Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District

06/15/2026

Last Friday, we joined Great River Greening for an on-site biochar demonstration at Rotary Riverside Park in Brainerd! 🌱🔥 Natural resource professionals and community members got a hands-on look at how biochar can support ecosystem restoration ahead of upcoming park improvements.

A large number of piles of wood waste were successfully converted into biochar as part of a project with the city of Brainerd and Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District. Thanks to everyone who came out, events like this are what make conservation work in Crow Wing County so rewarding.

More Info on biochar 👉https://www.greatrivergreening.org/biochar

06/11/2026

On the fence about going to Soil Health 101 on June 23? Learn about livestock, soil health, and using fencing to facilitate rotational grazing. Register by the end of Friday, June 12, to be guaranteed a free lunch!

Fencing is for the cows, so register now 😁
👉cwswcd.org/soil-health-101

06/09/2026

Biochar demo this Friday! Have you registered?

Mark your calendars! Great River Greening will be hosting a biochar demonstration on June 12 at Rotary Park in Brainerd. The event is open to the public, but is geared toward natural resources and fire professionals.

👉 Learn more and register: givepulse.com/event/704819-20260612-on-site-biochar-demonstration-brainerd

06/08/2026

On Wednesday June 3rd, we assisted with a native planting workshop that was taking a look at two of our sites, Baxter Elementary Prairie and Whiskey Creek Stormwater Project. During the workshop, we discussed management of native planting projects, identified some early stages of current vegetation, and what sorts of things to look for and consider with these types of projects. Thanks to Pheasants Forever for putting this together, The Xerces Society for providing technical expertise, and staff from various conservation districts and NRCS who attended.

06/01/2026

Ready to support pollinators in your own yard, but not sure where to start or what to do next? Check out this free program!

You’re not doing this alone. 🌿

Lawns to Legumes: Habitat at Home is a free, guided program from Blue Thumb that connects you with the tools, knowledge, and community support you need to create pollinator habitat at home.

Throughout the program, you’ll tap into a network of partners, educators, and organizations from across Minnesota. We’ll share webinars on topics like native plants and pollinator habitat, promote hands-on workshops and events, and connect you with trusted guides, tools, and local resources.

You’ll also be able to learn alongside other participants—sharing questions, progress, and inspiration as you go.

It’s everything you need to grow your knowledge—and your habitat.

Sign up to get connected: https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes/habitat-at-home/



Habitat at Home is offered through Lawns to Legumes, a collaborative state-funded effort administered by Blue Thumb and the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources.

📷 Photo credit: Sarah Nagel

05/28/2026

The latest edition of the SWCD newsletter includes info on an upcoming biochar demonstration, the rentable no-till seed drill (pictured), SWCD supervisor opportunities, and more!

👉 Check it out:
https://cwswcd.org/so/c5PuhwmKm?languageTag=en&cid=33bd5314-9919-48af-ba6b-79e01b1fb59d

05/24/2026

The Crow Wing SWCD office will be closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Interested in becoming an SWCD supervisor? We have two supervisor positions up for election this year. Candidates must file for the 2026 Minnesota General Election by 5 p.m. on June 2. Contact us to learn more!

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