Deer Lake Conservancy
The purpose of the organization is the preservation of Deer Lake and the surrounding land that contributes to the natural, scenic, and recreational value of the lake.
Deer Lake is located in western Wisconsin, five miles east of the beautiful and historic St. Croix River Valley.
The lake is spring fed both internally and externally and covers over 840 acres with a maximum depth of 46 feet. A small dam at the east end of the lake helps assure a near constant water level.
The interesting and colorful trees lining the shoreline include towering evergreens and oaks.
The Deer Lake Conservancy (DLC) preserves Deer Lake primarily through reducing runoff which carries nutrients and sediment from its surrounding watersheds. This critical effort involves acquiring land and installing conservation projects on DLC-owned and private properties. We are supported by a strong community of DLC members. We welcome your participation and support of our efforts!
The Deer Lake Conservancy was the recipient of the North American Lake Management Society (NAMLS) 2015 “Lake Management Success Story” Award.
Projects
Since 1995, the Deer Lake Conservancy, in conjunction with the Deer Lake Improvement Association (founded in 1938), has worked toward the preservation of the lake. Many individual projects have been undertaken in an effort to help achieve this goal.
Support Us
The purpose of the DLC is the preservation of Deer Lake and the surrounding land that contributes to the natural, scenic, and recreational value of the lake. Every member receives access to a great natural resource: a lake with clean water and its surrounding watersheds with trails and public access.
Partner Organizations
- Amery High School
- Deer Lake Improvement Association
- Ducks Unlimited
- Farm Service Agency
- Harmony Environmental
- Landmark Conservancy
- National Park Service
- Natural Resources Conservation Service
- Pheasants Forever
- Polk County Land and Water Resources Department
- Polk County Parks and Recreation Department
- University of Wisconsin – Extension
- US Geological Survey
- Wisconsin Conservation Corps
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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