Join the Washington Water Consortium for a driving tour by bus to visit three innovative examples of conservation development and permanent land protection in Marine on St. Croix, Scandia, and May Township. Tour stops will include:

• Jackson Meadow - a cluster style, conservation development in an upland area of Marine on St. Croix that features 190 acres of protected habitat, minimal impervious surfaces, and a communal constructed wetland that removes up to 95% of pollutants from wastewater.

• TiiGavo – a conservation development on Big Marine Lake in Scandia that features a shared community boat dock, raingardens and water quality treatment basins, and preserved natural habitat.

• Kelly Farms - 3000+ acres of private land permanently preserved through partnership with Trust for Public Lake, MN DNR and Washington County Land and Water Legacy Program. 685 acres will be added to Big Marine Regional Park and 2,600 acres has been established as a DNR Wildlife Management Area.

We will begin and end our tour at the Brookside Bar & Grill in Marine on St. Croix, so you can grab a drink and a bite to eat before or after the event. There is no cost to attend but please register in advance so we know how many people to expect.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/stcroixconservtour.