IN THIS ISSUE:

is one of the most effective ways to help landowners and communities achieve their conservation goals.  The Saratoga-Encampment-Rawlins Conservation District (SERCD) was started in 1945 by area ranchers concerned with erosion.  It was then known as Soil & Water Conservation District No. 16.

Today, SERCD occupies the center of Carbon County and includes 2.7 million acres.  Of this total, 37% is privately owned, 58% is public lands managed by the BLM and U.S. Forest Service, and 5% is owned by the State of Wyoming. 

The SERCD Board of Supervisors recognizes natural resource policy decisions in regard to this land are ongoing and dynamic.  Careful planning and a proactive approach is    needed to protect the resources which make this area a great place to live. 

People define themselves by “their land”.  The land and all its resources is among the most basic and important assets of a community.  Natural resources provide all the necessary ingredients for survival-food, water, shelter, and room to roam.  People, livestock, and wildlife are clearly included in this concept.

The responsibility to maintain and improve those resources is being carried out each day by the district-through on-the-ground projects, youth and community education program, and bringing various interested parties together to achieve a common goal.                  

Land & Water Conservation Tour   2

Wind Energy Workshop             3

Education Highlights             3

Cost-Share Tree Planting Program 4

2010 Tree Order Form List        4

Did you know?                    4

 

SERCD is beginning the process of amending it’s Long Range Plan.  This document provides guidance for district operations and projects over a five year period. It also defines issues in regard to environmental impacts on natural resources. The current plan is through 2011.

Work on the new plan has begun early in order for the district to be proactive and more effective in natural resource conservation.

Public input is needed.  Your opinion is vital in providing direction for SERCD.  If you live, work and play in Carbon County, please take time to complete our survey.

The survey can be accessed at www.SERCD.org

Thank you for your input!

 

SERCD Program Areas

The following  programs are listed in the current Long Range Plan and FY Plan of Work:

▪ Trees

▪ Range

▪ Water Quantity & Quality

▪ Environmental Policy

▪ Soils

▪ Wildlife

▪ Education