Across the United States, 3,000 conservation districts are working to conserve and use land, water, forests, wildlife, and other resources for the benefit of all. More than 17,000 men and women serve on the governing bodies of districts.
A conservation district is a local subdivision of state government. Districts seek, utilize and coordinate assistance from appropriate available sources – private and public, local, state and federal. Districts work with more than 2.4 million cooperators nationwide, involving almost 800 million acres of land.
Known in various parts of the country as “soil and water conservation districts,” use the locally led process to address local conservation needs.
Organized in all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Pacific Basin islands and the District of Columbia, districts have formed statewide associations to carry on educational and research activities that will further the wise use of natural resources. Working in cooperation with these associations are state soil and water conservation agencies. These agencies are responsible under the laws of their states for the district program. They provide information about district work, assist districts in their efforts with legal, technical and financial resources, and coordinate district activities.
The National Association of Conservation Districts was organized by districts and their state associations to serve as the national voice for the conservation district movement.
(Submitted by Patrick SWCD)
