Henry County SWCD Contact Information
301 East North Street
Cambridge, Illinois 61238
Phone: 309.937.5263, extension 3
Fax: 309.937.2171
Andrew.Brachman@il.nacdnet.net
Sharon.Matson@il.nacdnet.net
“When the land does well for its owner, and the owner does well by his land – when both end up better by reason of their partnership – then we have conservation.”
- Aldo Leopold
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Articles
Conservation Notes: Conservation Habits
2010-02-16 11:34
Conservation Habits = Healthy Habitats is the Soil and Water Stewardship theme for 2010. It is a thought provoking and profound theme. Take a few moments and give it some thought. We are resposible for our actions. Our actions result in either positive or negative consequences. For this reason, we...
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Conservation Notes: Save the Rain for a Sunny Day
2010-01-25 11:20
Water is essentail to life. Promote water conservation through ths use of rain barrels.
What is a rain barrel? A rain barrel is a system of collecting and storing water from the roofs of homes, barns and sheds. Rain barrels prevent water from attaching to soil or pollutants and being carried away...
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Conservation Notes: A Year in Review at the Henry County SWCD
2009-11-18 13:29
It has been an interesting year in weather to say the least, but I do not have to remind fellow farmers of that. This year has displayed the wonders of nature. Nature is remarkable, yet at times can be destructive and devastating. No-till and other conservation practices have been put to the test...
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Conservation Notes: Fall in Love with Fall
2009-09-21 09:17
I have no favorite season, as I am fond of them all. In fact with each change in season, I find different aspects to love and appreciate. There are so many reasons to adore fall. On weekends, I love waking up to brisk, sunny fall mornings. Crisp mornings transform into beautiful, warm...