Minnesota is armoring its shorelines with rocks, but lakes are paying a price
MPR has published an informative article on the use of riprap to address shoreline erosion. While it used to be the preferred method, experts now place riprap at the bottom of the list of options, advocating for the installation of native plants instead.
If you're concerned about shoreline erosion on your property, you can contact the Stearns Conservation District (Info@StearnsCD.org) or the SRCLA's Land Use lead, Rick Reimer (rick.reimer64@gmail.com) for advice.