Conserving Natural Resources
Double El Conservation District is hiring a part-time position as follows: District Manager (Administrative Assistant). Hours are approximately 32 hrs per week. Salary range $12-$15 hourly commensurate with experience. Requirements: Applicant must be able to pass drug screening and a USDA security clearance check Agricultural experience preferred Position requires High School Diploma or GED, computer […]
We invite you and your family to join us for the 47th Annual Dinner/Meeting of the Double El Conservation District (CD) to be held on Monday, October 22nd at 6:30 pm. The dinner/meeting will be held in the cafeteria of the Simla School, 18091 CR 125, Simla, Colorado. Cost of the meal will be $7 per […]
Double El Conservation District has some extra trees for sale. Bare Root Stock Bare root stock are in bundles of 10 for $20 and includes Chokecherry Hybrid Cottonwood Buffaloberry Hackberry Small Container Stock Small container stock can be purchased individually for $4 each, or sold in a case of 30 for $90 and includes: […]
Approved applications can receive up to 50% maximum reimbursement of the actual cost of an approved windbreak, not to exceed $750. All approved applications must meet Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) guidelines and specifications (i.e. proper tree spacing, proper species selection and site location). Double El CD requires a minimum of two rows, weed barrier […]
Double El Conservation District (CD) will be conducting a free Windbreak Design and Tree Workshop on February 12th in Simla, Colorado. This is a great opportunity to learn how to plant seedling trees and windbreaks successfully. Workshop sponsored by Double El Conservation District, Simla Natural Resources Conservation Service and Colorado State Forest Service. Workshop Details: […]
Double El Conservation District Supervisors have funded a Drip Irrigation System Rebate program to encourage the installation of drip irrigation systems in windbreak plantings. Because of the ongoing drought conditions, Double El CD initiated a drip irrigation system rebate program to assist producers in making their windbreak plantings more successful. Anyone purchasing and installing a […]
Glenn Benjamin of Benjamin Ranch was nominated by the Agate Conservation District and Upper South Platte Watershed Association as 2017 Ranching Conservationist of Year. Glenn operates approximately 15,610 acres of rangeland in Elbert County, of which 2305 acres is state land lease. The land unit is located within the Agate Conservation District. Glenn also jointly […]
Double El CD recently honored Melvin & Norma Cusic of Colorado Springs, Colorado as the 2017 Outstanding Small Acreage Manager. Melvin’s parents purchased the property in 1947 (Roy & Lula Cusic). Melvin & Norma purchased the property from his parents in 1970. They installed the 1st pond in 1970. A second spring fed pond was […]
Marian Nall was recently awarded the prestigious Ranching Conservationist of the Year by Double El Conservation District and also by Upper Arkansas Watershed Association. Her rangeland operation is approximately 900 acres; in addition she leases 320 acres from her brother that is adjacent to her property. Marian and her late husband purchased their first ranch […]
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 […]
