Calhoun County Soil & Water

06/23/2026

⚠️ Only one more day to register for the Barrels and Brews Workshop!

Don't miss your chance to join us Thursday, June 25th from 9-11 a.m. at Simmons Park in Historic Main Street Oxford at a workshop highlighting the benefits of collecting stormwater runoff with a rain barrel.

The fee is $50 and it includes a coffee drink from Southern Girl Coffee Roasting Co., a pastry, and a large rain barrel. We'll have paint if you would like to decorate your barrel. Installation information and supplies are included (some assembly required).

🔗 Register by scanning the QR code or go to https://www.cognitoforms.com/ChoccoloccoCreekWatershed/BarrelsAndBrews2026

06/20/2026

We are dreaming big about a potential Choccolocco Creek Science & Nature Center in our area.

Whether you love hiking, wildlife, education, or outdoor spaces, we want to hear what you would like to see built.

Scan the QR code in the image or visit the link below to take our survey. https://jsuoire.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6xnDuI6dGN19mLQ?Q_CHL=qr

Giveaway: Complete the survey by July 31st to be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card.

06/19/2026

Reserve your spot for the June 2026 Food & Farm Tour!

Tickets: $10 per person, and spots are limited. Your ticket grants you access to tours of local parks and farms, insights into conservation initiatives, and lunch at a farm/event venue.

📅 Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
🕘 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Meeting Point: Oxford Civic Center, 401 McCullars Lane, Oxford, AL
🚌 Transportation is provided
🔗 Register using the QR code or visit https://www.cognitoforms.com/ChoccoloccoCreekWatershed/FoodFarmTourRegistrationJune2026
☎️ For more information, please call (256-835-7821, ext. 3, or 256-499-8814)

06/18/2026

Here's your chance to get your own rain barrel and learn all about utilizing stormwater runoff.

Thursday, June 25th 9-11 a.m. at Simmons Park in Historic Main Street Oxford, come join us for a workshop highlighting the benefits of collecting stormwater runoff with a rain barrel. This is an efficient way to water your yard and garden and prevent erosion.

The fee is $50 and it includes a coffee drink from Southern Girl Coffee Roasting Co., a pastry, and a rain barrel. We'll have paint if you would like to decorate your barrel. Supplies to install are included (some assembly required). We will also provide educational information that includes tips on best ways to utilize the rain barrel.

Sign up for our Barrels and Brews Workshop today!
https://www.cognitoforms.com/ChoccoloccoCreekWatershed/BarrelsAndBrews2026

06/10/2026

In June you can celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month by taking advantage of freshly picked crops during the peak season for many early garden and farm harvests.

The observance of National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month has taken place since 1991 as a way to promote produce growers. Check out the local Farmer's Markets to support your overall health AND your community's hardworking farmers!

05/27/2026

May is National Egg month. National Egg Month has been observed since the 1960s, but the months varied over the years. In the 1990s, the American Egg Board re-established National Egg Month in May.

Thank you to all the Egg-celent U.S. farmers and producers who are dedicated to providing Americans with this essential food! 🥚🐣

One of the world's most affordable food sources, eggs contain all the nutrients a body needs except vitamin C. So if you're on a budget and want to stay healthy, add eggs to your superfood list. 🍳

05/23/2026

May is National Strawberry Month, celebrating the peak season for these berries with high nutrition content, including a full day's value of vitamin C in one serving. They are a heart-healthy fruit, rich in fiber and antioxidants.

🍓A “Berry” Interesting Fact:

These sweet red fruits with seeds on their surface aren't even really berries. Strawberries belong to the rose family and reproduce from runners, not seeds. There are over 400 different varieties, and each "berry" produces approximately 200 seeds on the outside of the fruit.

Learn more Strawberry information from USDA Snap-Ed Connection: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/strawberries

05/22/2026

Every year on May 22nd, the International Day for Biological Diversity seeks to increase awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues.

The UN General Assembly created the International Day for Biological Diversity in 1993. The original date was December 29th. Due to the busy holiday season, many countries could not focus their time and energy on planning events for this day. In 2000, the UN General Assembly changed the date to May 22nd.

The health of the earth suffers when biodiversity decreases. Biodiversity is very important for many reasons. It supplies the earth with clean water and oxygen. Biodiversity also enables plants to grow, which produces food for humans and animals. Other benefits of biodiversity is that it keeps pests and diseases in check and protects against flooding.

05/04/2026

Join us for the upcoming Hike the Headwaters event!

Date: May 8, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: 330 Forest Road 532, Piedmont, AL

Get ready to immerse yourself in nature as we explore the stunning beauty of the headwaters. Whether you're an experienced hiker or a beginner, this event is for everyone! Enjoy fresh air, great company, and the chance to discover the wonders of the great outdoors.

Don’t forget to bring your water, sunscreen, and your enthusiasm! Let’s make unforgettable memories together.
Sign-up now and tag your hiking buddies! We can’t wait to hit the trails with you!


https://www.cognitoforms.com/ChoccoloccoCreekWatershed/HikeTheHeadwatersForm

04/10/2026