District Conservationist Paul Billig prepared an informational video clip for the Annual Meeting of the Double El Conservation, sharing ways to preserve, protect and assess rangeland health. “Think of the grassland as a checking account at your bank. If you continually take out of it (continuous grazing), you’re going to end up with nothing in […]
Good Grazing, Good Grass
Double El 2017 Annual Dinner/Meeting
We would like to invite you and your family to the 46th Annual Dinner/Meeting of the Double El Conservation District (CD) to be held on Monday, October 23rd at 6:30 pm. The dinner/meeting will be held in the cafeteria of the Simla School, 18091 CR 125, Simla, Colorado. There will be a short presentation on […]
Memorial for Dale Lucore September 15, 2017
With deepest sadness, we share the loss of friend and Double El CD Board member, Dale Lucore. Dale passed away suddenly and unexpected at home on September 5, 2017. Dale has served on the board of supervisors since 2004. Many years he served as Vice President for Double El CD. Dale was an active supporter […]
Celebrating Conservation Milestone
Reed and Erin Petersek joined the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) along with hundreds of farmers and ranchers. Through their participation, the milestone of 7 million acres are now being cared for by those who give extra care to the acres they oversee. USDA NRCS thanks each and every one of our participants.
Range Land Management Seminar – Canceled
***Seminar has been cancelled due to not meeting the minimum registration requirements of 10 people*** Double El and Agate Conservation Districts in partnership with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are sponsoring a free rangeland seminar August 26th, 2017, from 8:30 am -1:30. Attendees will gather at 17645 N Calhan Hwy, Calhan, for pasture visit to begin […]
DIY Rain Barrel Installation
Colorado State University Extension shows how to build and install your own rain barrel for maximum stability and ease of use.
Poisonous Plants in Colorado
The following CSU Extension video of Small Acreage Management Webinar discusses poisonous plants in Colorado. Presented by Dr. Tony Knight, CSU Clinical Science Professor.
Job Announcement – Double El District Manager
Double El Conservation District is hiring a part-time position as follows: District Manager (Administrative Assistant) The position is 20 hours/week beginning Sept 1, 2017 until May 31, 2018. Beginning June 1, 2018 opportunity for full time employment with a minimum of 32 hours per week. Salary range $12-$15 hourly commensurate with experience. Applicant must be […]
2017 Seedling Trees & Perennial Flowers – Discounted!
We have extras and they are discounted! Contact us today to get extras or replacements for your home on the range, at even MORE affordable cost!
2017 Camp Rocky July 9th-15th
54th Year and Award Winning Camp Rocky Camp Rocky is an educational, week-long residential camp for 14 through 19-year-olds who enjoy the outdoors and are interested in natural resources! Camp is located outside Divide, Colorado. Camp Rocky’s professional staff helps participants learn about their environment through hands-on experiences. Students work in teams, making new friends […]
