The Cook County Soil & Water Conservation District (Cook SWCD) has an immediate opening for a supervisor to fill the seat vacated in District 5, east end of the county. The Board is looking for a person with commitment and concern for protecting the land and water resources of Cook County. Supervisors provide local and regional leadership and make decisions... READ MORE >
The Cook County Soil & water Conservation District (Cook SWCD) is holding its annual tree sale. Conservation trees and shrubs are available at $25 and $40 per bundle of bare-root plants. Choose from a variety of species and order early for the best availability! Order forms are available at the Cook SWCD office and online at cookswcd.org. The order deadline... READ MORE >
For the past 12 years, Don Goodell has diligently given of his time as a Supervisor for the Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD). Don’s background as a geologist has aided in his introspective consideration of conservation projects and programs, asking many great questions and always mindful of the mission of soil and water conservation. Don was chairman of the... READ MORE >
The Cook County Soil & Water Conservation District (Cook SWCD) is holding its annual tree sale. Conservation trees and shrubs are available at $25 and $40 per bundle of bare-root plants. Choose from a variety of species and order early for the best availability! Order forms are available at the Cook SWCD office and online at cookswcd.org. The order deadline... READ MORE >
Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District held a Spring into Conservation – Landowner Workshop, on Tuesday, February 19. It was standing room only! Participants were provided a map of their property, a folder of resources, and additional print materials they could choose from during the evening. The first hour was spent learning about Natural Landscape Designs and the Conservation... READ MORE >
This November, voters in Cook County will head to the polls to elect, among other positions, supervisors for the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). Positions on this year’s ballot will include those representing Districts 2 and 4. District 2 includes the Lutsen Area and the townships above, while District 4 includes the Maple Hill Area and the townships above.... READ MORE >
Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District is holding a rain barrel and compost bin sale in conjunction with the annual tree and shrub sale. Pre-orders will be due on April 14, 2017 and distribution will be on May 11, 2017. As part of Cook SWCD’s commitment to conservation, we are pleased to announce this community conservation program to help... READ MORE >
