Washburn County Lakes and Rivers Association

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Preserving the water resources of
Washburn county for future generations.

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Activities range from water quality
to zoning, lake biology, shoreland
restoration and more.

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Join us! Attend a meeting, make a
donation, or serve on a committee...
there are many ways to help.

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The Washburn County Lakes and
Rivers Association: working to preserve
our inspiring waterways.

Featured Story

Rain garden

What Happens On Your Lawn Doesn’t Stay On Your Lawn

Featured News, ShorelandsJuly 28, 2020

Sometimes less is more. In the case of lawn care, that approach can be helpful to both you and the environment, lakes, wetlands and rivers.…

Also In The News

Your Vote Matters

WCLRA Discusses Water Issues with Candidates for Office

September 21, 2020

This summer, WCLRA Board members met via videoconference with current state legislators and the candidates for election. Our intent was to share information about our…

Check Water Equipment for AIS Before Storing for Winter

September 17, 2018

Zebra mussels have invaded Washburn County and are now established in Big and Middle McKenzie Lakes.

Protecting the Waters

What you can do

Join your lake association or form one (Learn more)

Restore/Protect a vegetative
shoreland buffer (Learn more)

Follow WDNR pier regulations
in dock placement (Learn more)

Preserve/Restore coarse woody habitat
near the shore (Learn more)

Learn about native and invasive aquatic species (Learn more)

Remove all AIS from boats and trailers
when entering or leaving a lake (Learn more)

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