Hawk Creek Watershed Project’s 24th Annual Meeting Set for February 27
The Hawk Creek Watershed Project (HCWP) is holding its 24th Annual Information and Appreciation Meeting on Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Renville Community Center, starting with registration at 9 a.m. and ending with lunch.
Presenters include Daniel Kaiser with the University of Minnesota who will discuss soil fertility and updated nitrogen rates; Sara Sietsema with the City of Willmar will present on PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals”, addressing sources, and possible solutions in the wastewater industry; and Heidi Rauenhorst, HCWP Coordinator, will give an annual update of the HCWP, sharing information on funds and technical assistance that is available to help residents with water quality and erosion projects on their property, water quality, aquatic invasive species, and other activities that benefit watershed residents.
Lunch will follow the presentations for those who RSVP. The full agenda and weather-related announcements are available at hawkcreekwatershed.org. Please RSVP by February 20 to (320) 523-3666 or [email protected].

