Hawk Creek Watershed Project to Host Annual Information Meeting

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The Hawk Creek Watershed Project is hosting its 24th annual information and appreciation meeting on February 27th in Renville, Minnesota. The event will feature updates on the organization's work, as well as presentations on water quality in the watershed, PFAS 'forever chemicals', and soil fertility.

Why it matters

The Hawk Creek Watershed covers a large area of western Minnesota, so the annual meeting provides an important opportunity for residents and stakeholders to learn about the latest environmental issues and initiatives impacting the region's water resources and agricultural lands.

The details

The meeting will include presentations from Heidi Rauenhorst, the Hawk Creek Watershed Project coordinator, who will provide an update on the organization's work. Sara Sietsema, an environmental specialist with the Willmar Wastewater Treatment Plant, will discuss PFAS 'forever chemicals' and their sources and potential solutions in the wastewater industry. Daniel Kaiser from the University of Minnesota will also present on soil fertility and updated nitrogen rates.

• The annual information meeting will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9 a.m.
• The RSVP deadline for the event is February 20, 2026.

What’s next

The full agenda and any weather-related announcements for the meeting will be available on the Hawk Creek Watershed Project website.