CLEAN all visible aquatic plants, zebra mussels, and other prohibited invasive species from watercraft, trailers, and water-related equipment before leaving any water access or shoreland.
Itasca SWCD has Cost Share Funds to Help Improve Pollinator Habitat
Did you know that female monarch butterflies lay their eggs on all 9 types milkweed plants? That’s right- and swamp milkweed and common milkweed average the highest number of eggs! The monarch butterfly is now listed on the endangered species list. These pollinators (just like bees, moths, flies and other butterflies) are essential to help plants make fruits and seeds by moving pollen from one place to another.
Itasca Waters to Hold Free Virtual Series
Local non-profit conservation group Itasca Waters is going to hold a series of virtual learning webinars on the 1st Thursday of each month starting on April 7th from noon-1pm.
Itasca SWCD Recognizes Johnson, Adam, and Cromell with 2021 Award for Outstanding Community Conservation
Itasca County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) recognized three individuals with the 2021 Award for Outstanding Community Conservation; Cavour Johnson, Luke Adam, and Bill Cromell
2022 Master Woodland Owner Course
Are you a landowner who is interested in becoming a better steward of your woods?
The University of Minnesota Extension is offering a Master Woodland Owner Course in Itasca County starting in February 2022 and going to June 2022. This landowner education program teaches family forest owners the ins and outs of forest health, management for recreation and wildlife, monetizing your land, estate planning, and more!