Upper Sugar River Watershed Association

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Upper Sugar River Watershed Association See our upcoming events here: https://www.uppersugar.org/news

Everyone lives in a watershed.

Organizational Vision:

USRWA will serve as a steward of the river and its upland environments, and encourage projects and behaviors that enhance the quality of these resources and mitigate issues such as sedimentation and phosphorus runoff. The organization will facilitate community engagement and new partnership formation by implementing innovative approaches to solving watershed problems that are both pragmatic and cost-effective. Through these measures, USRWA will be known as a vital voice in the community that advocates for the river and bolsters awareness and watershed literacy.

Get ready for some very cool science😎 In 2024, a small population of Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) was identifi...
11/09/2026

Get ready for some very cool science😎

In 2024, a small population of Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) was identified at Hemlock County Park. Purple loosestrife is an invasive flowering plant that can easily spread and quickly dominate wetlands and shorelines outcompeting native plants. LRE staff contacted Upper Sugar River Watershed Association staff who provide support to prevent the spread of invasive species to come up with an action plan. Due to the Purple Loosestrife population size, biocontrol using Galerucella beetles was recommended. These beetles provide highly effective control by feeding on leaves and shoots and studies have found that they do not threaten native plants or cause other issues. The department is currently working through the first step in the process which is beetle rearing. Purple loosestrife plants were collected to provide the food and habitat the beetles need. Beetles will live in enclosed “nursery” pools until they are ready to be released at Hemlock County Park later this summer. These nursery pools are being cared for by Sauk County Parks + Recreation staff at White Mound County Park. Feel free to stop by the park to see the beetles and learn more about the project.

11/02/2026

TOMORROW is in ! The polls are open Tuesday, November 3rd, 7 AM - 8 PM. As long as you're in line by 8 PM, you can vote.

Not sure where your polling place is? Visit myvote.wi.gov!

Valid forms of ID include: driver's license, state ID card issued by the DMV, military or veteran's ID card, tribal ID card, US passport, certificate of naturalization, and college ID cards (with date of issue, student signature, and expiration no later than two years after it was issued).

Don't forget you CAN register at the polls. If you need to register or update your registration, bring proof of residence (e.g., copy of lease, utility bill, or bank statement). You can show your proof of residence on your phone. You must have lived at the new address for at least 28 days. If you have lived at your new address for less than 28 days, you can vote using your previous address and registration. If you name has changed, bring proof of name change.

! Our land and water depends on it 💧🌱❤️

11/02/2026
11/02/2026

Happy Friday!🌿🌸

Did you know it's a myth that invasive species increase diversity?

The truth is that invasive species' fast-growing and spreading nature allows them to quickly invade natural areas and outcompete native species. This can result in dense monocultures that push out native species, reducing biodiversity.

11/02/2026
11/02/2026

What do you do with these pumpkins now that Halloween is over? Compost them! (After you remove the paint, wires, candles, and other non-compostable stuff).

You can set them out with your leaves (get your leaf set out date from the Streets Division's website: www.cityofmadison.com/YardWaste)

You can take them to a food scraps drop-off site (Details available at www.cityofmadison.com/FoodScraps)

Or, you can just compost them at home (Learn more about composting at www.cityofmadison.com/Composting)

11/02/2026

Bats are an important part of our native ecosystem. Learn how to provide bats with the habitat essentials they need and get your outdoor space recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat®!

Address

207 E. Main Street, P. O. Box 314
Mount Horeb, WI
53572

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16084377707

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