Macon County Soil and Water Conservation District

09/02/2026

‼️CARP ORDERS ARE DUE TODAY!

Today is the LAST DAY to place your carp orders! Give us a call or stop by the office to place your order by 4:00 PM today.

🐟Other Fish Orders: Due September 14
🌳 Tree Orders: Due September 21

Don’t miss your chance to get your orders in!

08/18/2026

It's that time of year! If you are in need of container grown trees, shrubs, and other plants or looking to add some fish to your pond we've got what you are looking for!

Let us know if you have any questions! 🌳🐟

07/27/2026

Looking to learn more about managing your pollinator patch?
Wondering how your CRP is doing but don't have a good point of reference?

Join us as our friend Hunter from Pheasants Forever leads us on a habitat tour! The tour will be hosted by the Browns on the corner of Strawn Rd and Shetland Rd.

Hunter will be discussing best management techniques, plant identification, and how to establish a healthy native habitat! Contact Hunter to RSVP at435-429-1687.

05/28/2026

A great opportunity to learn more about drainage tactics right here in Decatur! Be sure to register by June 25th!

04/08/2026

*UPDATE*

The power has been restored and the Conservation Area is back open!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

There is a downed power line on Brozio Lane and power is out to all facilities at the Rock Springs Conservation Area. Access to the Conservation Area it's is also closed. We will post when we are able to reopen. Thank you for your understanding.

04/07/2026

So thankful for the opportunity to partner with our Farm Bureau friends to inspire the next generation of farmers, conservationists, conscious consumers, and educated community members!

Agucation gives area fifth grade students a firsthand approach to agriculture and how it touches their lives.

03/24/2026

Happy National Ag Day!

On , we recognize the unwavering dedication of American farmers, ranchers, and producers who provide the food and resources that sustain our communities. USDA is committed to putting farmers FIRST by supporting their vital work, always ❤️🇺🇸🧑‍🌾

03/05/2026

Join our friends at Macon County Farm Bureau, American Farmland Trust, and the City of Decatur to learn about the FLASH group! Landowners and community members are encouraged to attend the meeting on March 17th to see how they can get involved and benefit from this conservation program.

03/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Meeting!

We truly appreciate the landowners, partners, and community members who took the time to join us for breakfast, participate in our board elections, and learn more about conservation efforts happening here in Macon County. Your support and engagement help make our work possible.

A special thank you to our speakers from ADM, NRCS, IDNR, and SWCD for sharing valuable information about conservation and cost-share opportunities available to local landowners.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our generous sponsors who helped make this event possible: ADM, Scheels, Seevers Farm Drainage, Adams Aerial Solutions, Brown Seed Sales, and Sharp Edges. Your support of conservation in Macon County is greatly appreciated.

We look forward to continuing to work together to protect and improve our natural resources in Macon County. Thank you for being part of our conservation community!