June 9, 2026
Bayfield County Forests: Where Timber, Recreation, and Conservation Meet
The LSC and Bayfield County Forestry and Parks co-hosted a Natural Resources Foundation field trip through the Bayfield County Forests.
Read more →Protecting & Restoring Wisconsin's Lake Superior Watershed
A network of organizations working together to coordinate protection, restoration, and climate resilience efforts in Wisconsin's portion of the Lake Superior watershed.
Our Shared Vision
Climate-Resilient Communities & Ecosystems
The communities and ecosystems of Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin are climate resilient and supported by sustained and collaborative conservation partnerships and projects.
The Lake Superior Collaborative formed in 2018 after regional organizations identified the need for continued collaboration, networking, and knowledge-sharing. The Collaborative evolved from previous efforts including the Lake Superior Basin Partner Team, the Chequamegon Bay Area Partnership, and the Lake Superior Landscape Restoration Partnership.
What We Work Toward
Restoration
On-the-ground stewardship practices & interventions that support resilient & dynamic systems.
Resilience
The ability to adapt and plan for future climate impacts and conditions.
Relationships
Convening to share information and build positive professional relationships.
Our Charter Goals
Align Regional Priorities
Align local natural resource management priorities with regional goals, including the Lake Superior Lakewide Action and Management Plan.
On-the-Ground Projects
Implement innovative collaborative projects on public and private lands that reduce pollution, improve land use, and preserve habitat.
Networking & Information
Facilitate networking and information exchange among Collaborative members working across Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin.
Public Outreach
Coordinate public outreach efforts to increase awareness and engagement in conservation stewardship across the region.
Pursue Funding
Pursue funding opportunities to coordinate and increase investment in protection and restoration work in Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin.
Assess & Communicate
Assess and communicate the value-added benefits of Collaborative efforts to protect and restore Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin.
Our Network
A Diverse Collaborative
The Collaborative brings together state, Tribal, and Federal agencies along with non-profit organizations, local governments, and academic institutions working across Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin.
Government Agencies
State, Tribal & Federal partners
Nonprofits
Conservation & environmental orgs
Academic
Research & educational institutions
Local Governments
Counties, cities & townships
Membership is free and open to any organization whose mission aligns with the Collaborative's shared vision.
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From the Blog
News, project updates, and stories from across Wisconsin's Lake Superior Basin.
March 16, 2026
Forever Wild
Collaborating with private landowners on land protection is an essential tool for conservation.
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March 5, 2026
Stronger Together
From the Lake Superior Basin Partner Team in 1998 to today, the story of collaboration spans over 28 years.
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Connect With the Collaborative
Have questions about the Collaborative or want to get involved? We'd love to hear from you.
Program Coordinator
Catie Geib
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center
29270 County Highway G, Ashland, WI 54806
715-820-1852
catie.geib@wisc.edu