Okeechobee Soil & Water Conservation District

06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day!

The year 1972 marked a turning point in the development of international environmental politics, with the first major conference on environmental issues, known as the Stockholm Conference. Later that year, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution designating June 5th as World Environment Day to encourage worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.

06/03/2026

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and talk about the beef industry and conservation.

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

The annual Florida Python Challenge™ is back for 2026! Kicking off on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m., and running until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m. Please follow this link to register! You may also humanely kill the invasive Burmese python on private lands with no permit or license.

The Florida Everglades is an extraordinary ecosystem unlike any other in the world! It is home to a variety of rare and unique wildlife including a diversity of native birds, mammals, fish and reptiles. 

05/19/2026

May 17-23 is designated as Florida Water Reuse Week. This is meant to highlight the states national leadership in water reuse. South West Florida Water Management District is partnered with local utilities and water users to optimize the beneficial use of reclaimed water as an alternative water supply to help meet current and future water supply needs. Please follow this link to learn more about SWFWMD's recognition as a leader in the promotion and development of reclaimed water.

Reclaimed water is highly treated wastewater and can be used for irrigation and other uses to extend our water supplies.

05/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday to discuss your resource concerns during our annual Local Working Group meeting.

05/12/2026

Request for Quote on lawn services at 200 NW 5th Street. Deadline is May 22.

05/07/2026

The UF/IFAS South Florida Beef Forage Program is hosting a Herd Health Seminar on Tuesday, May 26 from 5:30–8:00 PM at Arcadia Stockyard, focused on practical management strategies you can take home and use.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to Okeechobee on having three students place in the State Poster Contest!
• Ava Lamb – 2nd Place, Grades K–1
• Jet Schooley – 2nd Place, Grades 4–6
• Luke Streelman – 2nd Place, Grades 7–9