The Red Lake Watershed (HUC 09020303) covers an area of approximately 1,710 square miles in northwestern Minnesota. The watershed is characterized by a series of interconnected lakes and wetlands, which feed into the Red River of the North. The region experiences a continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. Snowpack is an important contributor to surface water availability, with winter precipitation contributing significantly to spring runoff. Agriculture is the primary land use in the watershed, with cropland accounting for approximately 50% of the area. Nutrient pollution from agricultural runoff is a significant concern in the region, and efforts are being made to improve water quality through a combination of best management practices and conservation programs. Recent trends in the region include increased precipitation and more extreme weather events, such as floods and droughts.