Conservation District Activities
Conservation districts work locally to accomplish organizational goals, implement policies and procedures, provide program assistance, and identify existing needs. At the center of this work are conservation district employees, whose blend of technical expertise, community engagement, and administrative support helps landowners protect and improve natural resources. This video from NACD emphasizes the varied, complex and ongoing work of conservation districts.
Select each image to review the many activities of conservation districts.
Help landowners and communities protect soil, water, forests, air, energy, plants and wildlife habitat through voluntary conservation planning programs.
Engage in outreach and education, including working with schools, homeowners, and small and large-acreage landowners, to raise awareness of land and water stewardship.
- Work alongside NRCS staff, state agencies, nonprofits, and local governments to deliver conservation services.
- Serve as a bridge between landowners and partner agencies.
Provide technical advice, planning support, equipment rentals, and cost-share opportunities for conservation practices.
- Collect soil, water, or vegetation data needed for conservation planning or reporting.
- Assist with mapping, GIS tasks, and documenting conservation practice implementation.
Oversee daily office operations, budgeting, grant management, and reporting requirements.
– Hugh Hammond Bennett
– Hugh Hammond Bennett