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Sponsors Sought for Third Grade Arbor Day Program

Although it may not feel like spring outside, we are anticipating warmer weather and that means gearing up to teach Coles County’s third graders all about trees this Arbor Day! Every third grade classroom that we visit will be presented…
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Education Update

Coles County SWCD’s Education Coordinator Misti Neal Lewis has been busy visiting area schools and delivering hands-on conservation and agriculture education to Coles County’s students. Last quarter, she visited second grade classrooms around the county and led the students in…
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Notice of Election of Directors

To All Owners and Occupiers of Lands Lying Within the Boundaries of Coles County Soil and Water Conservation District: Notice is hereby given that an election will be held on the 6th day of February, 2025 from 7:00am to 5:30pm…
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Fall is the Season for Forestry Management

Illinois has over 4.8 million acres of forest land, most of which, about 83%, is privately owned. With the weather cooling down and the leaves dropping, it’s time to start thinking about forestry management plans and this season’s management goals.…
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Fire Prevention and Safety Tips During Harvest

Harvest season is here, and according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor the majority of Coles County is “Abnormally Dry.” These abnormally dry conditions could enhance the potential for combine and field fires this fall. Low relative humidity levels and high winds…
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Charleston to Host Butterfly Festival on Saturday, August 3rd

Celebrating our Natural Resources: Kids Activities, Expert Advice, Nature Walks, Kite-Flying Performances, Food Trucks, Kayak Demos, and more! Come and learn about all the natural resources Charleston has to offer for leisure, mental and physical health, and best practices for conservation.…
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