Discover the watershed.
The VLAWMO watershed covers all or parts of Gem Lake, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township.
VLAWMO works to protect and improve our community's water and natural resources.
Partnership is central to our organization. We collaborate with public and private partners, as well as watershed residents, to guide our community toward a resilient, water-wise future.
Winter Salt Week offers wisdom on keeping freshwater fresh
January 26, 2026
Learn more about an event series taking place from January 26-January 30, 2026.
Recognizing local water stewardship
December 22, 2025
Nominations are now open for VLAWMO's watershed awards!
Protect people and water with your winter maintenance
December 2, 2025
Discover winter maintenance best practices that keep people and water safe.
Featured Events
Jan 26, 2026, 12:30 PM – Jan 30, 2026, 1:30 PM
VLAWMO is joining partners from across the country to spotlight the growing challenge of chloride pollution during Winter Salt Week. This week is dedicated to helping communities understand the impacts of salt and explore practical steps we can all...
Feb 11, 2026, 8:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Monthly Technical Commission (TEC) meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall.
Feb 16, 2026
The VLAWMO office will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day.
Feb 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Board of Directors meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall.
Mar 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Support pollinators and water quality by switching to a turf alternative like a bee lawn or low maintenance turf! Learn how in VLAWMO's upcoming Turf Alternatives workshop with Blue Thumb.
Mar 11, 2026, 8:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Monthly Technical Commission (TEC) meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall - council chambers.
Apr 8, 2026, 8:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Monthly Technical Commission (TEC) meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall - council chambers.
Apr 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Board of Directors meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall.
May 13, 2026, 8:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Monthly Technical Commission (TEC) meeting at the Vadnais Heights City Hall.
Map View
Use the GIS Viewer to interact with watershed data. Click here for more information on how to use the GIS Viewer.