Last spring, the worst flooding in more than 25 years created havoc for farmers across much of Illinois, impacting more than 40 percent of the state’s population. Months before that, in a rare December outbreak, 27 tornadoes tore through parts of central and southern Illinois, destroying or damaging hundreds of homes, businesses and farms. As... Continue reading→

After a hiatus, we are pleased to share that the AISWCD’s Conservation Catchall publication is back! Check out the spring edition of the Catchall now! Click HERE to read!

The Conference is one of the premier events held annually in Illinois that attracts several hundred participants deeply committed to natural resource conservation, both in rural and urban settings. In addition, the Conference also provides an excellent opportunity for many sponsors and exhibitors to connect with these conservation professionals. View the Sponsor and Exhibitor Guide... Continue reading→

The National Association of Conservation Districts and AISWCD celebrate “Stewardship Week” each spring! The 65th annual celebration is April 26th through May 3rd, 2020! Tag us in your social media posts using the following tags: @AISWCD @NACDConserve. Don’t forget to use hashtags #ILSWCDs #NACDStewardshipWeek #PollinatorsAtWork #DistrictsAtWork. Learn more about Stewardship Week and get resources to... Continue reading→

The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) recognizes cover crops as one of the most effective in-field management strategies to stem the loss of both nitrate-nitrogen and total phosphorus from corn-soybean fields, yet less than 4% of Illinois’ cropland is planted to cover crops annually. Meeting the water quality goals of the NLRS will require... Continue reading→

The Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts (AISWCD) invites you to join us for the 2020 Annual Meeting & Summer Training Conference located at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Springfield, Illinois. This year’s conference will be held July 19th – 21st, 2020. Registration for the 2020 event is now available online, click HERE. Continue reading→

Soil and Water Conservation Districts work to protect Illinois’ greatest assets–the rich,fertile soils and water resources of the state through strategic conservation efforts. Soil and Water Conservation Districts,or SWCDs, have for decades overplayed a central role in efforts to sustain the viability of Illinois’ natural resources for future generations by working with environmental and agricultural... Continue reading→

The AISWCD is proud to host the Illinois Envirothon Competition each year. Envirothon is an academic competition featuring teams of high school aged students from across Illinois. Please click here to learn more or get involved!  

Save the date! The AISWCD’s 2020 Annual Meeting & Summer Training Conference returns to the Crowne Plaza in Springfield July 19-21st! Registration and sponsorship information will be soon forthcoming. Mark your calendars for another great year of training, education, fun, and networking!