Welcome to your New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District
We are here to serve the community in several ways: to bring environmental education to any interested class, group or organization, to assist public and private land owners with storm-water management, and to aid the community in open lands preservation and conservation. To read the latest edition of our newsletter, ‘Changing Tides‘, click the link.
To learn more about your District click to download our informational brochure, then click here to read our mission statement and learn more about Soil & Water Conservation District history and your local Board of Supervisors.
A NHC District program, Outdoor Environmental Learning Centers, has recently been recognized with an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards program recognizes innovative county government programs that enhance services for residents. View the video here.
Upcoming Events
Jan
29
Fri
Public Speaking Contest Information:
- Eligible Grades: 7th and 8th Grades
- Open to all public, private, and homeschool students in New Hanover County
- Open to student clubs (i.e. 4-H, FFA) in New Hanover County
- Participants will perform their speech during a live Zoom presentation on January 29, 2021. Winners will be announced via email later that day.
Important Dates:
- Each participant must register for the contest in advance by January 22, 2021. To register, email arenfranz@nhcgov.com.
- Contest: January 29th, 2021 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
- Contest Winner Award Recognition Ceremony: TBD
Prizes:
- There will be a 1st and 2nd place award in each grade category.
- 1st Place Winners: Will receive a $25 gift card, an Awards Certificate, and an invitation to the Award Recognition Ceremony
- 2nd Place Winners: Will receive an Awards Certificate and an invitation to the Award Recognition Ceremony
Feb
17
Wed
The New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold their monthly meeting via Zoom. To join the meeting follow the link below or email Dru Harrison at drharrison@nhcgov.com to have an invite sent to your email.
Topic: NHSWCD Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting
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Meeting ID: 910 9746 7676
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Mar
17
Wed
The New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold their monthly meeting via Zoom. To join the meeting follow the link below or email Dru Harrison at drharrison@nhcgov.com to have an invite sent to your email.
Topic: NHSWCD Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 910 9746 7676
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Meeting ID: 910 9746 7676
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