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There are two great times to plant trees The first was 20 years ago - the other is now!

2026 Tree Sales Open! –  Need Help? Contact Us!

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2026 Annual Tree Program Open!

2026 Annual Tree Sales Program is OPEN for Orders. Order from Jan 1st – March 31st, and pick up your order in late April, Early May.

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Beneficial Plants for Pollinators

Many of our Annual Tree Sales varieties are Beneficial Partners, Native and thrive in Double El Conservation District

Windbreaks for the Plains

It’s that time of year to order in supplies, and plan for your new or extending your Windbreak areas.

Tree Tip Articles

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Tree Planting & Care – Start Here

Planting Bare Root Seedlings

McKnight Tree Planting Service

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Weed Barrier Increases Tree Survival

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Windbreaks

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Windbreaks are planted to protect soil, crops, livestock, and homes or other farm buildings from high winds. Windbreaks provide many environmental benefits such as conserving energy, reducing flood … Continue Reading this post about Windbreaks

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Tree Selector

Rocky Mountain Juniper

Find Just What You're Looking For: Select filter options to view species matching your needs and available through one or both of our Annual Tree Programs, as well as research options for next year's … Visit our Tree Selector page about Tree Selector

Living Snow Fences

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Starting Conservation on Small Acreage – Part 2

The team at Double El CD serves small acreage producers too! Contact Us for assistance, in your goal to be a Partner in Conservation while improving your home and land.

In the Field

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Double El Conservation Board

Mission Statement: Local group organized to assist ranchers/farmers and other land users to accomplish their conservation goals now and for the future through educational, financial and technical assistance. Serving Parts of El Paso, Elbert, & Lincoln counties, covering over 631,000+ acres. Monthly Board Meeting: Our Board usually … Read More... about Double El Board

Partners & Resources

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Double El  Conservation District offers work in cooperation with and support of many agencies & organizations, all who exist to further conservation efforts in a variety of topics, arenas and services.   We will continue to expand website content to bring you information regarding these other resources available to you in your … Read More about Resources

Local Service Providers

The following service and equipment lease providers serve the areas contained within Double El Conservation District, as well as neighboring areas. List With Us Contact Us if you provide services or equipment lease for the above categories and wish to be listed in our Services Directory. Print Full Service Directory Additional … View Directory about Service Providers

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  • Phone: (719)541-2359
  • Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 9am-4pm
  • Closed: Holidays
  • Address Map & Directions: 504 Washington Avenue, Simla, CO 80835
  • Mail: PO Box 215, Simla, CO 80835
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