02-04-2025
Douglas County supervisor honored for conservation work
Apr. 1—DOUGLAS COUNTY — Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association recognized Douglas County's Land Conservation Committee chairperson for leadership and commitment to protecting Wisconsin's natural resources.
Supervisor Sue Hendrickson was recognized with the 2025 Outstanding Land Conservation Committee Member Award during the organization's 72nd annual conference.
The award celebrates land conservation committee members who provide effective leadership in promoting resource conservation.
Hendrickson, who studied biology in college, has served on the Douglas County Board since 2004 and has served on the Land Conservation Committee for 14 years. She was first selected to serve as chair of the Douglas County Land Conservation Committee in 2016.
Hendrickson said she has championed youth education programs, surface water protection and providing unwavering support for conservation staff.
Hendrickson also serves as a leader in Wisconsin Land and Water's Northwest Area Association, where she said she strives to keep member counties informed on local and state conservation issues so counties can work together to address them.
