For those who work and play in the Upper Sugar River Watershed
The Staff & Board of the Upper Sugar River Watershed Association acknowledge the Upper Sugar River Watershed as part of the homeland of the Ho-Chunk Nation. We recognize that our stewardship efforts are founded on the creation care of the indigenous people before us.
109K
Acres within the watershed
115 miles
Of Rivers and Streams
90+
Volunteers
1
Watershed for Us to Protect
About Upper Sugar River
The Upper Sugar River Watershed Association’s mission is to provide leadership for continuous resource improvement through strategic partnerships that benefit the watershed’s land, water and people. We are a grassroots, self-sustaining, 501c3 non-profit conservation organization that serves all of those who live, work or play in the watershed. We have a board of directors, a paid membership and are able to complete many beneficial conservation projects with our own funds. We are considered to be a hands-on, project group that continues to rely on the outstanding dedication of our volunteers.
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The Upper Sugar River Watershed, with a drainage area of approximately 170 square miles (109,404 acres) and 115 stream miles, is located in Dane County in southern Wisconsin. It is rich in resources, including fisheries, wildlife habitat (including rare and endangered species), native plant communities (many in decline), and recreational opportunities.
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Volunteer With Us!
We are always looking for volunteers to help us with our exciting projects. We frequently have canoe outings, clear waterways, help restore habitat and perform field studies. We have lots of hands-on projects which are always fun and always benefit the communities. Give us a call to see how you can help!
Welcome Corkscrew Creek!
Corkscrew Creek, a previously unnamed tributary to of the Sugar River, has been officially named! This beautiful tributary was officially named through the hard work and dedication of one of our members, Rod Matthews. Corkscrew Creek joins the Sugar River near Frenchtown Road, and runs through Rod Matthews property. Rod has enjoyed watching beaver create a small dam on the creek, and enjoys the variety of wildlife the creek attracts. Though Corkscrew Creek is small (some dismiss it as a "ditch" in its upper reaches) it is an important source of water for the Sugar River. By naming the creek Rod hopes that people will respect it more and care for it more thoughtfully. Thank you so much Rod for your dedication to the health and visibility of our Upper Sugar River waterways!
To see the location of Corkscrew Creek, check out the newly updated map on our RESOURCES page!