Kankakee County Soil and Water Conservation District
Showing the public a better way to manage our natural resources.
Welcome!
Our mission at the Kankakee County SWCD is to provide leadership and coordinate programs focusing technical, financial, and educational assistance to help protect, preserve, and enhance our natural resources.
WHO WE ARE
The Kankakee County Soil and Water Conservation District provides information and services regarding the conservation, development, and management of our natural resources. Working closely with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), we help farmers and landowners establish practices that promote clean water and healthy soil.
We provide Natural Resource Information (NRI) reports for those seeking zoning changes, variances, and special use permits through the County Planning Department. We also sell trees and shrubs, fish, marking flags, and pollinator seed.
Education is an important component of our mission, and we strive to provide the community with conservation-centric outreach opportunities and resources.
Seeking 2023 Intern
Seeking part-time 2023 intern. Pay is $16-17 per hour with a flexible schedule!
Our intern will be working alongside the District Conservation Coordinator to continue and expand our “Soil on Demand” project through planning, field trial setup and maintenance, agronomic data collection, farmer communication, event facilitation, and more.
Soil on Demand
A tool for local farmers.
Real-time soil temperature and moisture readings from farm fields in Kankakee County.
Educational Resources
Need some great content for e-learning this year?
Check out our education webpage for activities, lesson plans, videos, and other resources focusing on soil health, water quality, native plants, and pollinators!
