2019 Tree and Fish Sales Going On NOW!
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While the days are still cold and snow is still falling... we cannot help but think about spring! You don't want to miss our annual Tree Sale. View our Tree Sale Guidebook for more information on our inventory, including conifers, hardwood trees, perennials, and more. We are featuring a new wildflower seed mix with 30+ DIFFERENT SPECIES, providing up to 5 years of beautiful color for our pollinator friends. Click here to download an order form and browse our selection!
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Looking to restock your pond? You've come to the right place! Our annual Fish Sale is going on now. We have several types of fish in different sizes, so click here to download our order form for the complete list. Information about stocking recommendations for ponds, how fish are delivered, and more can be found on the order form, as well.
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Due dates for order forms, payment information, and pick-up dates are listed on the order forms. For any more information and questions, please give us a call at (937) 456-5159, contact us through our Contact page, or stop in to see us!
Wanted: Conservation Day Camp Counselors!
Interested in volunteering as a day camp counselor this summer? We know just the camp! Come join us June 17th through June 21st from 9am to 3pm, as we host our 4th annual Conservation Day Camp here in Preble County! We are looking for fun, enthusiastic, and responsible young adults looking to gain experience in leadership, outdoor knowledge, and education. Enjoy a beautiful week exploring the outdoors as you lead our 2nd through 5th grade students through several learning activities and Conservation Day Camp traditions! As a day camp counselor, you will also be eligible to receive a recommendation for job and college applications, as well as volunteer hours for various organizations. To apply, click here to download a copy of the Day Camp Counselor Application and return it to the Preble SWCD office by April 15th. You may also email the completed application to katesills@prebleswcd.org. For more information or questions, please call our office at 937-456-5159! Don't miss the coolest volunteer opportunity of the year!
Attention College Students!
Attending an accredited college and enrolled in a 2 or 4 year degree program in the field of agriculture? We have a scholarship opportunity for you! Click here for guidelines and a copy of the application. Applications must be turned in on April 5th to be considered.
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A Message from the Ohio Department of Agriculture
Click here to view the letter from Ohio Department of Agriculture's (ODA) Director Dorothy Pelanda regarding "Affirmative Defense" for our producers. It is an educational letter explaining certain rights accessible to those involved in Ohio's food and agriculture industry. You may access the ODA website for more information and contacts.
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Cover Crop Field Day in March
On March 26th, we are hosting a Cover Crop Field Day at 5pm. We will have several vendors and applicators available, a guest speaker, and a field walk on Keith and Dan Schmidt's farm. If you would like to attend, click here for an RSVP flyer. This a free event with a meal provided by Beck's Hybrids, Fennig Equipment, and Brubaker Grain & Chemical! RSVP tickets must be turned in by March 15th.
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