Douglas County Conservation District

Douglas County Conservation District Clean Water, Healthy Lands, Bright Future. The Douglas County Conservation District offers many services for the citizens of Douglas County, Kansas.

The Douglas County Conservation District's mission is to provide leadership and assistance in promoting individual responsibility for the conservation of Douglas County natural resources. Our Goals are:

1. Provide financial assistance to landowners through the allocation and distribution of state water resource and non-point source funds.

2. Provide technical and planning assistance to landowner

s of Douglas County for the implementation and construction of conservation practices.

3. Provide conservation education to residents of all ages living in Douglas County.

4. Assist the NRCS with office workload (per NRCS MOU the district must allocate 50% of one employee’s time to NRCS assistance).

06/01/2026

If you’ve been on the fence about cover crops, this program covers a lot of the risk. Farmers for Soil Health is putting $35/acre on the table for you to adopt cover crops and will pair you with a technical advisor who knows your local agronomy. Learn more and sign up at https://farmersforsoilhealth.com/

05/29/2026

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05/27/2026

Join us NEXT Monday, 6/1, for a soil health webinar led by Douglas County Agriculture Agent, Margit Kaltenekker.

Healthy soil is far more than minerals and organic matter. It is alive with intricate relationships. In this seminar, we'll explore the fascinating new biology that reveals how plants, fungi, and microbes work together to cycle nutrients, build soil structure, and foster resilience.

Scan the QR code, or click on the bit.ly link to register for the Zoom webinar today! This webinar serves as a precursor to our in-person soil health workshop on June 8th at the Garden at Dogwood Forest. We hope to see you at both events! 🌱🪱

05/27/2026

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Our next email newsletter is going out later this week, which means it's a great time to subscribe and start receiving our periodic newsletters straight to your inbox.

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🌱 Upcoming events
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🌱 ...and more

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05/27/2026

Moving out? Don't leave hazardous materials behind.

Old paint, cleaners, batteries, pesticides, automotive fluids, and mystery garage bottles don't belong in the trash or recycling cart, but proper disposal is easy. Schedule a drop-off appointment with the City's Household Hazardous Waste team before you move.

Learn more: lawrenceks.gov/swm/hhw

Tentative enrollment closing date is August 31, 2026. Please call us if you want any help enrolling!
05/26/2026

Tentative enrollment closing date is August 31, 2026. Please call us if you want any help enrolling!

05/26/2026

Farmers for Soil Health is a farmer-led program dedicated to maintaining the integrity of your farm’s land through science and practices you’re likely already doing, like cover crops. Enroll your cover crop acres and earn $35/acre on up to 2,000 acres and get support from local technical advisors. Get started today at https://farmersforsoilhealth.com Farmers for Soil Health

05/26/2026

🎉 School's out for summer! 🎉

As you're planning all those fun adventures, activities, and maybe a few sneaky educational opportunities for your kiddos, don't overlook Cloverbuds Camp!

Designed especially for youth ages 5–7, this two-day camp is packed with hands-on learning, creativity, exploration, and fun—all while helping young children build confidence, make friends, and discover new interests.

The best part? Registration is just $10 per child!

Give your young learner a chance to explore the world through engaging activities in a safe and welcoming environment. Spaces are limited, so don't wait to register.

🌱 Ages: 5–7
💲 Cost: $10
📝 Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xwx5vwa

05/26/2026

A big THANK YOU to all the farmers who participate in the Kansas Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program! 🧑‍🌾

Because of your hard work and dedication, low-income seniors across Kansas can enjoy fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey every season. Your support helps Kansas achieve healthier lives by reducing the number of people diagnosed with chronic diseases.

If you haven't signed up to participate this season, there's still time! Visit https://bit.ly/4fOrlTc to contact us today!

Address

4920 Bob Billings Pkwy
Lawrence, KS
66049

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17858434260

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