Jennings County Soil & Water Conservation District

08/20/2026

Wildlife Habitat Workshop - Prescribed Burn Demonstration

📅August 25, 2026
⏰11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍3685 West County Road 1000 North
Westport, IN 47265

📞RSVP: Shannon Winks 812-358-2253 or [email protected]

08/20/2026

POND MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP:
🐟Algae & Aquatic Plant Management
🐟Predator Control
🐟Fish Management & Habitat
🐟New Construction

📅Thursday, August 27th
⏰5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍Tom Schneider's Pond
510 W County Road 580 N
North Vernon, IN 47265

🪑Grab your favorite folding chair and enjoy a relaxing, informative evening uncovering the secrets to a thriving pond and great fishing!

📞RSVP: Jennings Co. SWCD at 812-346-3411 X 3

08/20/2026

Non-chemical mosquito management

08/10/2026

08/07/2026

https://youtu.be/G78ihulTx1k?si=VKkSPSrRqx0kGi64

This 21 minute video walks viewers through the establishment of the soil conservation movement during the Dust Bowl, and Hugh Hammond Bennett's (known as "The Father of Soil Conservation") life work - without him, we would be living in a drastically different world.

08/06/2026

Books are being ordered tomorrow - Pre-order your copy today by stopping by the office or calling (812) 346-3411 ext. 3

We appreciate all the love and support!

08/04/2026

🎉 We have some BIG news! 🎉

Our brand-new children's book, "The Adventures of Sienna Soil and Wiley Waterdrop: Pollination and Seed Dispersal", is officially available for pre-order today.

100% of the proceeds will be used by the District to fund our annual 3rd and 5th Grade Elementary School Field Days.

Perfect for 2nd graders, teachers, and parents, this fun tale breaks down science into an unforgettable ecosystem adventure. Inside, Sienna and Wiley team up with busy bees, fluttering butterflies, and furry forest animals to learn the secrets of pollination and seed travel.

How to get your copy:

👉 PRE-ORDER NOW: Contact the SWCD Office. We have 50 copies available for just $8.00 each.

OR

👉 AMAZON LAUNCH: Wait until the official release on August 7th to purchase your copy on Amazon for $10.00.

🏫 Teacher Note: This book is perfectly aligned with Indiana Standard Code: 2-LS2-2 for easy classroom integration!