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Vern and Becky Wick Named 2020 Conservation Leaders

As chaotic as 2020 has been, it’s important to take a step back and recognize the good that is happening all around us, and the positive...

Best Time of Year to Remove Buckthorn

As winter approaches, you may think your outdoor projects are done for the year, but if you have buckthorn removal on your list of...

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Restoration Brings 87 acres of Wetland Bank to Scott County

If you find yourself driving down County Road 11, look east just as you pass 225th Street for a magnificent view of a new asset in Scott...

Sustainable Farming Protects Lowell Schmitz’s Land in Belle Plaine

Scott County is filled with beautiful rolling hills and swaying landscapes, creating a picturesque scene when you look out to the...

Stabilize your Shoreline Workshop debuts online learning with Scott SWCD

The Scott SWCD jumped into the world of online learning with their recent stabilize your shoreline workshop. With abundant success, the...

Cooperation among Neighbors Helps Restore Shore Along O’Dowd

If you found yourself driving along the western edge of Lake O’Dowd last fall, you probably got a glimpse of the one of the largest...

Ag Equipment Available for Rent with Scott SWCD

As conservation farming techniques become the norm in Scott County, the Scott Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) wants to...

Grazing for Soil Health with the Meierbachtols

On a calm, cool afternoon in November 2019, a harvested field on Dale Meierbachtol’s farm in Belle Plaine was still hard at work. While...

5 Things to do Outside while Sheltering in Place

Scott County residents are learning how to navigate spring while maintaining safe social distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Many...

Special Meeting Wednesday, March 25th 1:00pm

Special Meeting to be held March 25th, 2020 at 1:00 pm. Location will be remote and will be facilitated via Teleconferencing The purpose...

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