Soil & Water Conservation Districts
East Cassia
Minidoka
West Cassia
Our Soil & Water Conservation Districts
The East Cassia, Minidoka, and West Cassia Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) are sub-units of state government, responsible for soil and water conservation activities within their boundaries. All 3 Districts are managed by a board of district supervisors elected to the position by Cassia County and Minidoka County residents. They serve voluntarily and without pay.
The SWCD supervisors work with farmers and ranchers, cities, counties, and government agencies at all levels. By encouraging basic conservation work on private land, SWCD activities help control soil erosion and improve water quality.
Mission Statement
To encourage responsible natural resource best management practices (BMP) which improve air, soil, and water quality while improving wildlife habitat. And, to educate both youth and adults about our local conservation practices and needs.
Partnerships
Together with partner agencies, the SWCD strives to provide programs, education, and assistance to landowners for improving conservation practices in the Mini-Cassia area.
DISTRICT ACTIVITIES
Quaking Aspen SOLD OUT
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Planting Instructions.....Windbreak info
2024 Seedling Order Forms.....Seedling varieties & descriptions
Kathy Poulton 1945-2023
We mourn the passing of Kathy Poulton. Kathy Poulton was an active West Cassia Supervisor for 14 years. She served as treasurer for the West Cassia board for 11 years. Kathy passed away on May 27 of this year. Kathy was active in many district projects including educational activities, the seedling tree sale, the Land & Soil Evaluation Event, financial matters, and personnel support. There will be scholarships awarded in Kathy’s name in the Spring of 2024. She will be missed.
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East-West Cassia Swcd
East Cassia SWCD
(From left to right)
Kurt Heward, Supervisor
Ken Woodworth, Treasurer
Steve Ward, Vice Chairman
Rob Cottle, Chairman
Hannah Sanders, Supervisor
Mark Webb, Associate Member
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West Cassia SWCD
(From left to right)
Ken Black - Treasurer
Kathy Poulton - deceased
Brent Stoker - Retired Supervisor
Richard Kunau - Chairman
Jordan Searle, Vice-Chairman
Kyle Bowers - Associate Member
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Not Pictured:
Chad Searle, Member
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Minidoka SWCD
(From left to right)
Jeff Schow, Supervisor
Lance Lovell, Treasurer
Luke Stevenson, Supervisor
Dusty Wilkins, Chairman
Reid Bowen, Vice Chairman
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