A local government partnership in the St. Croix River watershed
The St. Croix River, groundwater, lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands, and upland habitat in the Lower St. Croix watershed sustain healthy ecosystems, recreation, public health, tourism, agriculture, the economy, and quality of life in our communities.
From 2017-2020, 15 local government partners worked to create a collaborative and comprehensive plan to guide the protection and restoration of priority natural resources in the Lower St. Croix Watershed over the next ten years. This “One Watershed, One Plan” process was part of a statewide program led by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR). The plan was approved on Oct. 28, 2020.
Lower St. Croix Watershed Partners are now working to implement priority projects and programs outlined in the 10-year comprehensive watershed management plan.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Introducing our NEW Farmer Mentor Program. For farmers in Chisago, Isanti, and Washington counties looking to manage their land with soil in mind, meet the five local farmers and agronomists serving as our 2025 mentors.
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the plan
Review the plan to learn more about natural resources in the Lower St. Croix watershed, priority issues and goals, and the projects and programs planned for the next ten years.