BWSR Updates

Key information for our most popular core programs.

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Strategic Plan Update

BWSR is engaging in an inclusive, participatory strategic planning process. 

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BWSR Academy Registration

Registration for the 2024 BWSR Academy is now open. Register online by 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 4.

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BWSR Story Library

This searchable library contains stories from all of BWSR’s regular publications including Snapshots, Featured Plant, and Conservation Stories. Search by keyword, county, major watershed basin, publication date, funding source, or publication type. 

BWSR Newsroom

Thursday, September 19

BWSR Funding

BWSR implements state soil and water conservation programs and wetland policies through a statewide partnership. Learn more about our funding sources.
The General Fund is base funding…
In the 2020-2021 biennium, 55% of…
The Outdoor Heritage Fund (OHF) is…
For the 2020-2021 biennium, bonding dollars made up 8% of BWSR's total budget. Bonding dollars are unique in that while they are appropriated in a specific…
A small part of BWSR's budget is made up of transfers from other state agencies, federal funds, and special revenue funds.  For example, some staff…