ACPF Use Example: Wilson Creek Watershed in Western Wisconsin

This example shows how the Wilson and Annis Creek Watershed Partnership in western Wisconsin used the Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework (ACPF) to support collaborative watershed planning, focusing on protecting trout streams through targeted conservation practices. Analyzing with ACPF, along with tools like EVAAL and RUSLE2, helped identify critical areas and best management practices (BMPs), guide landowner engagement, and provide scientific support for funding proposals. Targeted mailers and community meetings encouraged stakeholder participation, resulting in the implementation of BMPs such as over 1,000 meters of grassed waterways and six kilometers of riparian corridor restoration. This example highlights the value of ACPF’s resources, planning, and engagement strategies for successful conservation.