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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Climate Change in Minnesota

BWSR is committed to making climate resiliency and mitigation efforts a priority. Learn about the recently-released Climate Action Framework on the inter-agency Our Minnesota Climate website.

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Conservation stories

Browse our story library to learn more about BWSR's work and the work of our partners. Search by keyword, county, funding source, major watershed basin and more.

BWSR Newsroom

Sunday, November 3

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…