Welcome to the Lake Koshkonong Wetland Association!
Our mission is to protect the existing wetlands on Lake Koshkonong and Rock River and to promote the life of natural plants, fish, birds, and other wildlife in the basin.
Upcoming events
September 14 – October 4, 2008: Legacy of Duck Hunting on Lake Koshkonong exhibit at the Hoard Historical Museum in Fort Atkinson. NOTE: Anyone who has materials or information that might be included in this exhibit and programs, please contact Dick Wannie 920 563-6274.
Latest News
Madison considers dropping Lake Mendota level
March 30, 2008 The Wisconsin State Journal has an article (offsite) about how Madison is considering lowering the level of Lake Mendota in an effort to save marshes and prevent flooding.
Wetland Plant Community Assessment Released
October, 2007: LKWA makes the final report available of its comprehensive vegetation survey and community quality assessment within wetlands adjacent to Lake Koshkonong. Download the wetland study (pdf)
Lake Koshkonong Water Level Decision Announced
December 1, 2006: Judge Coleman's decision supports the April 2005 order of the DNR. Read his decision...
LKWA Wins Award!
October 13, 2006: We received the Wisconsin Citizen-based Monitoring Program of the Year Award for 2006. Read more...
IBA Designation Achieved!
September 16, 2006: Today we held the official dedication of the Greater Lake Koshkonong Important Bird Area (IBA). Together with the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative (WBCI), we held a ceremony to recognize Lake Koshkonong and the surrounding area as an IBA. There were several speakers, including flutist Debra Towns (also a state Representative). The ceremony concluded with cake and a walk next to Lake Koshkonong, including the diverse habitats of a restored prairie, floodplain forest, and wet meadow. Read the press release... Go to our IBA page...
Water Level Controversy
The Rock-Koshkonong Lake District (RKLD) wants to increase the river and lake levels in an effort to improve boating and recreation. While we understand and sympathize with this desire, we are concerned about the potential adverse impacts to the more than 4000 acres of wetlands adjacent to the lake. Read more...
INVASION! Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)
Purple Loosestrife is perennial herb that is an aggressive invader of wetlands. Report any new sightings using the Purple Loosestrife Volunteer Watch Report at the WDNR's Purple Loosestrife page.
Check out our wildlife sightings page to see what's been spotted recently around Lake Koshkonong.
Have you see something cool? Tell us.
Attract more wildlife with our high quality wood duck and bluebird houses. Shipped right to your door or pick up at your convenience.
We welcome everyone who shares our passion for protecting the wetlands. Join us today.