Upper Sugar River Watershed Association

06/12/2026

Thank you for doing this work Southern Wisconsin Trout Unlimited, Stihl, Dane County, WI Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, and TU Driftless Area Restoration Effort (TUDARE)! The knowledge, coordination, and sweat that went into this workday is very admirable.

Improving watershed connectivity and decreasing erosion on the Sugar River is a must!

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

We want to extend a warm welcome and congratulations to Adrien!

Adrien is joining Upper Sugar as a Conservation Outreach Intern for summer 2026. This role is responsible for conducting crucial Clean Boats, Clean Waters outreach at four lakes: Lake Wisconsin, Beckman Lake, Yellowstone Lake, and Cox Hollow Lake. Clean Boats, Clean Waters helps engage boaters in practices that prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

Adrien is currently a senior at the University of Wisconsin - Madison majoring in Conservation Biology with a certificate in Freshwater and Marine Science. After graduation, Adrien plans to attend graduate school for marine biology or marine conservation, with a focus on working with either orcas off the Seattle coast or shark-reef interactions within pacific islands. In his free, time he enjoys playing volleyball, singing, and exploring different places in and around Madison.

Thanks for joining us, Adrien!

06/10/2026

The forecast is looking great for our Volunteer Stewardship Day this Saturday morning! Sign up to lend a hand as we take on a mix of invasive species, including garlic mustard, Dame’s rocket, burdock, Japanese hedge parsley, and wild parsnip. We’d love to have you join us for a productive morning on the Hillside Savanna.
https://www.saukprairie.org/events

06/10/2026

See a turtle on the road? 🐢
Here’s how to help ⬇️

⚠️ Most turtles can be safely moved off the road, but use extra caution with Snapping Turtles, which may bite if they feel threatened. Watch our video for tips on how to safely help Snapping Turtles: https://bit.ly/4v0bRAB

06/10/2026

💧 ¡Una mañana de ciencia en familia! 💧 Aprovecha esta oportunidad única de aprender ciencia en familia. Aprenderás a medir cinco parámetros para determinar la salud de un arroyo y conocer más sobre la calidad del agua en nuestra comunidad. No se necesita experiencia previa. Actividad recomendada para adultos y niños mayores de 10 años.

📅 Fecha: Sábado, 13 de junio
⏰ Hora: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Lugar: Waunakee Village Park,410 E Main St, Waunakee, WI 53597

Registrate: https://forms.gle/w4GFmggX5S7e1ZkFA

En colaboracion con Rock River Coalition, Inc. Water Action Volunteers

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Happy Watershed Wednesday 😝

06/09/2026

June is Invasive Species Action Month!

Invasive Species Spotlight: Yellow Flag Iris

Yellow Flag Iris, Iris pseudacorus, is restricted in the state of Wisconsin and transport, transfer and introduction is illegal.

These plants form dense stands which interfere with recreation and limit light for native plants.

If you have these plants DO NOT SHARE THEM. Instead please dispose of them by freezing, incinerating, and land filling them.