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Welcome to Lake of the Woods Water Sustainability Foundation

Our Vision for the Lake of the Woods basin: majestic waters with sustainable ecological integrity supporting health, economies and beneficial uses for current and future generations. Our Mission: To ensure the ecological integrity of Lake of the Woods and its watershed by being a champion for the Lake and a trusted essential partner with all interest holders.

April 8, 2025

2026 Forum Proceedings Report and Presentations Available Now!

Over the two days of the 2026 International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Forum, we heard from more than 30 speakers. Missed the event or want to refresh your memory on these presentations? Download your copy of the 2026 Proceedings Report now, or view the videos.

Proceedings of past Forum events are available at the Proceedings Archive: https://lowwsf.com/forum-proceedings

Videos from past Forum events can be found here: https://lowwsf.com/forum-video

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March 7, 2024

2026 Kallemeyn Award - Cary Hernandez

Cary Hernandez, a watershed project manager and long-time employee of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, received the 2026 Larry Kallemeyn Award, presented the award on behalf of the community of scientists and resource managers from the United States and Canada working in our watershed.

The Kallemeyn Award recognizes outstanding scientific contributions to the watershed.

For more information on the Kallemeyn Award:www.lowwsf.com/kallemeyn-award

Welcome Julianna Wanke, Communications & Information Management Specialist!

We are very happy to announce a new member of the LOWWSF team!

Julianna Wanke joined the Foundation in January 2026 as the first Communications and Information Management Specialist.

Julianna looks forward to bringing her creativity towards collaboratively working with the team to develop communications materials for the Foundation and ultimately, increase the environmental network within the watershed. Julianna can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..