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Services

 

Water Testing Program

The SWCD provides a water testing program through Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio.  Individuals interested in testing their well water come into our office, purchase the kit with a check made out to Heidelberg College, take the kit home, collect the water sample, and then mail the water sample to Heidelberg College.  It usually takes six to eight weeks for results.  Test kit information and pricing is available by visiting the water quality lab website at Heidelberg College or by contacting our office.

Contractors List

The SWCD provides contractor information for Agricultural and Urban conservation practices.  The directory can be viewed here. The directory is updated on this website regularly.  Contact the office to be added to the list.

Conservation Assistance Directory

The SWCD has an assistance directory that lists the various Federal, State, and Local government offices.  The directory can be viewed here.

2009 Plat Books

2009 plat books are available!!!  They are $15.00 each.  To purchase your plat book, please stop in the office.  We can accept cash or check for payment.

Wildlife Books

Woodworking for Wildlife: Homes for Birds and Mammals

The SWCD has "Woodworking for Wildlife" and "Landscaping for Wildlife" books for sale.  They cost $10.00 each.  Both are published by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.  They can be purchased by stopping in our office.

Landscaping for Wildlife

Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Tree Sale

Order forms for the IDNR Tree Sale are available in our office from September to April.  Trees are available in bundles of one hundred.  This program is perfect for those who need a large quantity of trees.  The SWCD offers pick up service for Elkhart County residents.  The pick up fee is $5 a bundle.  Contact our office for more information on the pick up service and to receive an order form.  Order forms can also be obtained by visiting the IDNR website.  More information about the program is also available at this site.

Northeast Indiana Conservation Camp

            The Northeast Indiana Conservation Camp study program includes hands-on activities in wildlife, forestry, soils, and water.  Education programs are presented by Natural Resource Specialists.  Recreational activities include sports, arts & crafts, boating and swimming.  Interesting games, refreshments and special evening programs round out camp. 

Camp application packets are now available.  They are due to the Whitley County SWCD by July 17, 2009.  Please contact us to receive an application.

 

Other Services

If you don't see a service your are interested in on this page or on this website, contact our office.
 

Elkhart County Soil and Water Conservation District

17746-B County Rd. 34

Goshen, IN 46528

Phone: 574-533-3630 ext. 3      Fax: 574-533-4620