SPRING FERTILIZER
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Did you know there are easy steps you can take to make a difference in your community?
Every day, the state’s sixty-six conservation districts work to prevent pollution in Pennsylvania. But we can’t do this alone. We need your help. Conservation can start in your yard! By taking a few simple steps, we can all make a difference: • Skip spring lawn fertilizer because o It can cause pollution; and o It is more effective applied in the fall. • If you do use fertilizer o use phosphorus-free fertilizer o Only use fertilizer if rain is not expected for 24 hours after application; and o Sweep excess fertilizer off pavement to prevent water pollution. Together, we can conserve our resources. Remember, it’s up to all of us to be good stewards of our commonwealth. For more information about conservation projects in your community, visit PACD.org. A message from the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts. |
WE MOVED!
The Columbia County Conservation District has a new office space. We are still located in the Ag Service Center Building at 702 Sawmill Road. Our entrance is now located on the lower level back side of the building. Our new address will be 702 Sawmill Road, Suite 103, Bloomsburg, PA. Our contact numbers and email will remain unchanged. |
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NATIVE PLANTS
Did you know there are easy steps you can take to make a difference in your community?
Every day, the state’s sixty-six conservation districts work to prevent pollution in Pennsylvania.
But we can’t do this alone. We need your help. By taking a few simple steps, we can all make a difference:
• Plant native plants; • Native plants don’t need to be watered as much as nonnative plants which saves you money;
• Native plants attract pollinators; • They will fare better through frost and drought;
• Plant native bushes and trees along streams to help prevent water pollution and flooding, and;
• If you have grass, set your mower height to three inches and never mow grass near a stream.
Together, we can conserve our resources and keep Pennsylvania growing.
Remember, it’s up to all of us to be good stewards of our commonwealth.
A message from the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts.
Did you know there are easy steps you can take to make a difference in your community?
Every day, the state’s sixty-six conservation districts work to prevent pollution in Pennsylvania.
But we can’t do this alone. We need your help. By taking a few simple steps, we can all make a difference:
• Plant native plants; • Native plants don’t need to be watered as much as nonnative plants which saves you money;
• Native plants attract pollinators; • They will fare better through frost and drought;
• Plant native bushes and trees along streams to help prevent water pollution and flooding, and;
• If you have grass, set your mower height to three inches and never mow grass near a stream.
Together, we can conserve our resources and keep Pennsylvania growing.
Remember, it’s up to all of us to be good stewards of our commonwealth.
A message from the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts.
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2021 DISTRICT BOARD MEETINGS:
THE 2021 REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BE HELD ON THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7:30 PM AT THE AG-SERVICE CENTER, 702 SAWMILL ROAD, BLOOMSBURG, PA. OR VIA ZOOM. COMMITTEES WILL MEET 1 HOUR PRIOR TO BOARD MEETINGS. 2021 Meeting Dates: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1. |
NPDES GENERAL PERMIT DEP has announced that the NEW ePermitting process for NPDES General Permits has begun. Click here for more information. |
****UPCOMING EVENTS****
April 12, 2021 - Fishing Creek Watershed Meeting (FCWA) - 7:00pm - Japanese Knotweed - Eat the Invasives! Register for the Zoom link HERE.
Click here for the FCWA website.
April 12, 2021 - Scholarship Applications Deadline - Click here for additional information.
April 12 - 16, 2021 - Envirothon - Click here for additional information.
April 13, 2021 - Trout Unlimited Meeting - 7:00pm Via Zoom
April 15, 2021, -Roaring Creek Valley Conservation Association(RCVCA)- 7:00pm. Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87689107849.
Click here for the RCVCA website.
April 22, 2021 - Earth Day Sunset Stroll @ Johnson Flats - 7:30pm - Register at https://forms.gle/N1giYpquSTYRFnFR7
April 23, 2021 - Poster Contest Deadline - Click here for additional information.
April 28, 2021 - Briar Creek Assoc. for Watershed Solutions (BCAWS) - 7pm - Guest Speaker: Mary Jo Gibson. Topic: Rain Gardens and Rain Barrels. Register for the Zoom link HERE.
Click here for the BCAWS website.
May 19, 2021 - Brood X Cicadas Webinar - 7:00pm - Register for the Zoom link HERE.
The COLUMBIA CONSERVATIONIST Annual Report is here:
Click here to view the 2020 Annual Report.
Click here to view the 2020 Annual Report.
2020 CONSERVATION DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS
Click here for more information.
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Missed our workshops but looking for some information? Check out our past workshops and resources HERE! |
Help stop the Spotted Lanternfly!
SPOT IT, SQUASH IT, REPORT IT.
More info about what you can do to help at https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly-management-for-homeowners
REPORT A SIGHTING
REPORT A SIGHTING
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Check out our NEW "Better Backyards" Certificate program for Columbia County residents HERE!
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We are officially a Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership partner!! The Partnership aims to facilitate the planting of 10 million new trees in priority landscapes in Pennsylvania by the end of 2025
Contact brittney.hartzell@columbiaccd.org to inquire about receiving trees for streamside planting within Columbia county (minimum 100+ trees/site) |
PACD Conservation District Fact Sheet:
Click Here to find out what conservation districts are all about!
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NOW AVAILABLE.... Cover Crop Roller Call 570.317.9456 for additional information. |
The Mission Statement of Columbia County Conservation District is....
To lead the citizens of Columbia County in sustainable use of our shared agricultural
and natural resources through partnerships, education, and technical assistance,
in order to assure the best quality for life for future generations.
RIGHT - TO - KNOW LAW:
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