Water Quality Survey (Test)

The Hubbard County Extension is committed to offering educational workshops on water resource-related topics that meet the desires of those residing in the County. To help us determine what those desires are, we ask that you take a few minutes to fill out this online survey. At the end, just click submit - that's all there is to it!

1. What do you think are the top two most important uses of water in Minnesota? (Choose 2)

What do you think are the top two most important uses of water in Minnesota? (Choose 2) Drinking Water

Wastewater Disposal

Agriculture & Irrigation

Recreation (fishing, swimming, boating)

Hydro-power/Transportation

Ecological uses (for wildlife & plants)

2. What do you think are the top two most serious problems facing Minnesota's waters? (Choose 2)

What do you think are the top two most serious problems facing Minnesota's waters? (Choose 2) Unsafe drinking water

Nutrients & sediment

Chemical pollution

Climate change

Stormwater runoff

Overused with multiple demands

Invasive non-native plants

Loss of wetlands

3. Below are some educational seminars that the Extension Office could offer. Please choose up to four seminars that you are most likely to attend. (Choose up to 4)

Below are some educational seminars that the Extension Office could offer. Please choose up to four seminars that you are most likely to attend. (Choose up to 4) Rain Gardens - Learn how you can contribute toward cleaner water by protecting lakes & rivers from pollutants, enhance the beauty of yards and neighborhoods, and provide valuable habitat for birds, butterflies and beneficial insects.

Restore Your Shore - Resolve lakeshore problems by understanding natural shoreland management. Learn native plant species suitable for your area.

Conserving your Bluff - Keep lakes & rivers healthy for future generations by creating vegetative buffer strips. Prevent erosion by letting deep-rooted vegetation anchor the bluff slope.

Shoreland Ecosystems - Good habitats improve the health & diversity of shoreland for birds and wildlife. Develop a deeper understanding of how shoreland ecosystems promote a healthy community, environment, and economy.

Preserving Wetlands - Many amphibians, migratory birds and other wildlife depend on wetlands for nesting and food. Understand the value of wetlands and the role they play in promoting a healthy community.

Shoreland Best Management Practices (BMPs) - BMPs are actions you take to help protect and preserve water quality. Learn the guidelines that can reduce the threats that activities at homes, businesses, farms, and industries can pose to water supplies.

Aquatic Invasive Species - Identify invasive species of aquatic plants, invertebrates and pathogens in Minnesota. Grow native, protect Minnesota's shorelands from invasion.

Fish Contaminants - Why mercury is a problem in the game-fish of Minnesota's northeastern lakes.

Drinking Water - Either through municipal utilities or private wells, our drinking water comes from ground water, streams, rivers, springs or lakes in a watershed. Protecting the source is an important part of providing safe drinking water. Develop a deeper understanding of water composition, groundwater movement, susceptibility to contamination, regulations, and drinking water management.

Stormwater - Stormwater is rain and snow melt that run off surfaces from land and impervious areas. They often contain pollutants in quantities that could adversely affect water quality. Learn what protective measures you can do to prevent potential sources of contaminants.

Agricultural and rural sources - Water pollution can come from many sources as water moves over and through the ground. Runoff contaminated with fertilizer and pesticides is a source of pollution that can cause excess weed and algae growth and have significant impact on aquifers. Understand the potential dangers of improperly fertilizing fields, lawns, gardens, etc.

Homeowner Septic Systems - Septic systems are used to treat and dispose of wastewater from kitchens, clothes washing machines and bathrooms. When operating properly, septic systems pose a minimal threat to drinking water sources. If operating improperly the system can be a significant source of ground water contamination. Obtain a deeper understanding on how your septic systems works; seasonal maintenance, when to pump, how to protect it from freezing.

4. What type of residence do you have in Hubbard County? (Choose 1)

What type of residence do you have in Hubbard County? (Choose 1) Year-round residence

Seasonal residence

I do not have a residence in the County

5. (If you have a residence in the County) Which of the following best describes your residence's location?

(If you have a residence in the County) Which of the following best describes your residence's location? On a lake

In the country but not on a lake

In a city

6. What age group are you in?

What age group are you in? 18-25 years old

26-44 years old

45-64 years old

65 and older

7. Do you wish to share any other comments with us?

Do you wish to share any other comments with us?

Water Quality Survey (Test)Exit this survey