Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District

Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District UCSWCD provides technical assistance to landowners to preserve the natural resources of Ulster Co.

This week Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program staff helped DEP's Watershed Conservation Corps Coordinator lead S...
06/05/2026

This week Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program staff helped DEP's Watershed Conservation Corps Coordinator lead Stream Feature Inventory training in the Ashokan Watershed. Participants visited sites along the Beaver Kill, Warner Creek, and Stony Clove to learn techniques utilized in monitoring, maintenance and restoration of stream corridors.

05/12/2026

The District's Row Mulcher has been out and about this season - Row Mulchers save valuable time and effort while spreading mulch or compost, which helps with w**d suppression, water conservation and moderating soil temperatures. This equipment is part of our rental program and is available to farmers in Ulster County. Check it out in action last week at Hurds Family Farm!

Len Tantillo, our board chairman, our friend and a long time Ulster County farmer was recently honored for 50 years of ...
05/04/2026

Len Tantillo, our board chairman, our friend and a long time Ulster County farmer was recently honored for 50 years of service with the Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District. Thank you Len for all you do!

In with the good and out with the bad! Our Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program staff have been working hard to r...
04/29/2026

In with the good and out with the bad! Our Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program staff have been working hard to remove invasive plants and establish a native vegetated buffer at this Catskill Streams Buffer Initiative site. The roots of these native plants along with those of the live stakes which were put in a few weeks ago will help to stabilize the banks and prevent sediment from reaching the Panther Kill downslope.

Our Catskill Stream Buffer Initiative (CSBI) within the Ashokan Watershed, is in full swing with riparian planting proje...
04/29/2026

Our Catskill Stream Buffer Initiative (CSBI) within the Ashokan Watershed, is in full swing with riparian planting projects. Stream buffers, which entails planting native trees and shrubs, significantly improves habitat, encourages pollinators and reduces stream bank erosion. Plants are typically more effective and economical compared to hardening the banks with rock before stream banks are too degraded.

04/27/2026

Want to work with UCSWCD? We are now accepting applications for our open District Technician position - link to the job posting is provided in the comments!

Happy Earth Day!
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

UCSWCD is honoring Earth Day by delivering our annual tree and shrub sale. We offer low cost native plants and various b...
04/15/2026

UCSWCD is honoring Earth Day by delivering our annual tree and shrub sale. We offer low cost native plants and various bird nesting boxes. This is our third decade offering this program. We look forward to seeing our new customers and returning customers.

Keeping our local farms thriving—one drop at a time!Ulster County Soil & Water Conservation District recently secured fu...
04/11/2026

Keeping our local farms thriving—one drop at a time!

Ulster County Soil & Water Conservation District recently secured funding to design and implement a livestock watering system that supports rotational grazing, soil health, healthier livestock, improved farm efficiency, and ensures reliable access to fresh water for these hardworking animals. Amanda is checking on the herd with the farmer!

Projects like this strengthen local agriculture while helping farmers steward their land for generations to come.

Healthy riparian areas and forests are essential to our watersheds. They act as a natural sponge, filtering stormwater r...
04/08/2026

Healthy riparian areas and forests are essential to our watersheds. They act as a natural sponge, filtering stormwater runoff and preventing erosion. They also provide habitat for wildlife, such as this Barred Owl seen near the Ashokan Reservoir last month.

Photo by Logan Freed of Bucks County Conservation District

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5 Park Lane
Highland, NY
12528

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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