Kinnickinnic River Land Trust

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Headwaters Preserve

For hunting and trapping rules and regulations, please see below. 

The Headwaters Preserve formerly known as Trumpeter Swan Preserve is a 48-acre KRLT property that includes the headwaters of the Kinnickinnic River, wetlands, groundwater seeps, planted pine and oak trees, uplands, and a former Trumpeter swan nesting site. The preserve is bordered on the south by the Wisconsin DNR Headwaters Fish and Wildlife Area and a private property that the KRLT holds an easement on. After gaining direct access to the once-landlocked property in 2020, we have since installed a parking lot, are working on finalizing signage, and will also be continuing the work of restoring the preserve to native prairie and oak savannas. We look forward to sharing the progress of this preserve with you!

We are in the beginning stages of the restoration the preserve using an existing forest stewardship management plan and insights from UW-RF, our goal is to restore the area to native prairie and oak savanna by addressing overdue management of the pine plantation and other invasive trees and plant species. This will allow the remaining oaks to thrive and the site to be more suited for future seeding of native prairie grasses, wildflowers, and oak savanna habitat. Additionally, this management strategy will improve access to the property and encourage partnerships with the community and natural resource organizations.

General Public Rules & Regulations

Permitted Activities:

  • Fishing according to state regulations.
  • Wildlife observation and photography.
  • Environmental education and interpretation.
  • Hiking.
  • Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
  • Collecting wild edibles for personal consumption according to state regulations. 
  • For hunting or trapping information, see below or contact our office at 715-425-5738.

Prohibited Activities:

  • Unleashed pets.
  • Horseback riding.
  • Camping, campfires, or overnight use.
  • Littering.
  • Use of motorized vehicles.
  • Firearms or other weapons unless engaged in a legal hunting activity.
  • No personal property, including hunting equipment, may be stored overnight. No target shooting allowed.

 

Hunting & Trapping Regulations

Hunting, fishing, and trapping are permitted on the Headwater Preserve according to State and Federal regulations. For more information on hunting, fishing, and trapping rules, regulations, and season dates, please refer to The State of Wisconsin Hunting, Fishing, and Trapping Regulations or see the DNR website at dnr.wi.gov and search keyword: regulations. Headwater Preserve Regulations and General Information

  • Off-road motor vehicle use is prohibited.  Certain exemptions apply to Class A, and certain Class B disabled hunters.  Individuals seeking an exemption should contact Kinnickinnic River Land Trust at 715-425-5738 for a permit. 

  • All pets must remain on a leash except for legal hunting activities during open seasons.

  • Please respect private lands near the Headwater Preserve.

  • You are responsible for undertaking your recreational activity in a safe and legal manner.

  • Non-hunting visitors are also enjoying the Headwaters Preserve during Hunting and Trapping Season; they may or may not be wearing blaze orange.

  • Hunters should be especially aware of gun safety and be certain of your target and what is beyond.

It is illegal to:

  • Discharge a firearm, bow, crossbow, or air gun from, on, or across a designated trail, access lane or from the parking lot.

  • Shoot a firearm within 100 yards of a building devoted to human occupancy on lands you do not own without permission. Target shoot on the Headwater Preserve.

  • Trap within 100 yards of a designated trail or parking lot and within the 66 foot access lane.

  • Park in the Headwaters Preserve parking lot overnight. Camp anywhere on the Headwater Preserve.

  • Start fires or have campfires on the Headwater Preserve. Store personal property on the Headwaters Preserve.

Tree Stands and Hunting Blinds:

– Only portable tree stands, and hunting blinds are permitted and must be removed daily after use.
  • Damaging trees, cutting shooting lanes, marking trees, and the use of screw-in tree-stands or steps are considered damaging and are illegal.

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Location: South of 70th Ave and west of 150th Street in the Town of Warren, St. Croix County.

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Due to the predicted snowstorm, the KRLT office wi Due to the predicted snowstorm, the KRLT office will be closed tomorrow, with staff working remotely. 

Our nature preserves will remain open, but snow removal at the parking lots may not take place until next week as it is done by wonderful volunteers and KRLT staff. 

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Check out this fantastic poster of the Kinnickinni Check out this fantastic poster of the Kinnickinnic River and its tributaries painted by Greenwood Elementary student Arabelle Ganske! It was entered in an area and regional conservation poster contest held by Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation and is now headed for competition at the state level! This year's theme is "One Water". Good luck, Arabelle!
We are excited to introduce our new executive dire We are excited to introduce our new executive director, Steve Leonard. Steve joins the Kinnickinnic River Land Trust with extensive experience from The Ridges Sanctuary in Bailey’s Harbor, Wisconsin, where he served as Executive Director for 14 years. As we start our 30th year conserving, protecting, and restoring land in the Kinnickinnic River Watershed, we are looking forward to Steve guiding the KRLT to create a vision for this future.
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Sponsorships include access to the VIP lounge with food, beer/wine provided, signage, Tattersall gift bottle, and entry to the film fest. Sponsorships are limited, so don’t wait if interested. 
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1. Click on the link below.
2. Signup at your desired sponsorship level ($200, $400, $600, and $1000). If you want to donate more, let us know, and we will certainly accommodate. 
3. Show up on March 3rd and claim your RSVP tickets/wristbands.
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All proceeds from the 2023 R4F event go to the KRLT and the Rhino’s foundation.
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The birds at Kelly Creek Nature Preserve were singing away even with the snowy weather! The dried seed heads from the prairie plants offer a great food source for the birds that are brave enough to stick around in the winter. 

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The natural springs on the preserve flow year-round and is an important tributary to the Kinnickinnic River. The water remains cool even in the heat of the summer. The restored prairie is a haven for migratory birds and birds that stick around in the cooler months. 

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