Double El Conservation District
Conserving Natural Resources
In our thirty-first year of awarding scholarships, Double El has decided to award scholarships to two students. In addition to our regular $1,500 award that is paid out over two years, we awarded an additional one-time payment of $500. We want to thank all of the applicants and wish everyone well as schools are opening […]
A reminder that the deadline for the Double El Conservation District Scholarship application is on April 1, 2020.
The Double El Conservation District is hosting a free Windbreak Workshop on February 4th at 6:30 p.m. at the Big Sandy School cafeteria, 18091 CR 125, Simla, Colorado. (Just south of Hwy 24, east side of Simla) Topics Topics covered include trees selection, tree spacing, windbreak placement and tree planting and care. Door prizes will […]
Workshop Details: The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) will host a series of energy smart agriculture workshops in early December to detail energy savings and climate resiliency opportunities for farmers and ranchers. Created through a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service, state government […]
The USDA Farm Service Agency and Colorado State University will conduct trainings throughout Colorado regarding the 2018 Farm Bill and how it impacts your farming future. Topics: What is ARC-PLC How does ARC-PLC impact your farming future What are the deadlines for enrollments and elections How to use the online tools for making your decision […]
The Double El Conservation District and Agate Conservation District are both offering financial assistance to applicants interested in attending Camp Rocky, a week long camp for 14-19 year old students interested in natural resources. Please Contact Us or call (719) 541 – 2359 x 180 for additional information.
Just a reminder, the Thirtieth Annual Double El Conservation District Scholarship deadline for application is Friday, April 5, 2019. Past Scholarship News:
Join Elbert County Extension for the third installment in their seminar series highlighting responsible land stewardship with experts in conservation, range, small acreage, and vegetation management. Speakers will address federal programs offered by the NRCS, rangeland inventories, small acreage management and seed mixes specific to Elbert County. Seminar Info & Registration Information When: January 19, […]
Double El CD is hosting a free Windbreak Workshop on January 14, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Simla School Cafeteria 18091 CR 125, Simla, CO. Topics covered include tree selection, tree spacing, windbreak placement, and tree planting and care. Door prizes will be given away!! Refreshments will be served. Additionally, we have a Matching Grant […]
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: […]
