The National Association of Abandoned Mine Land Programs (NAAMLP) is offering a $2,500 scholarship for those interested in pursuing a career in mine land reclamation. NAAMLP is a non-profit, professional organization that promotes the reclamation and restoration of lands affected by abandoned mining throughout the nation. Title IV of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) established …
March 26th-30th Free Drainage Water Nutrient Sampling by Lower Skunk River Watershed Project
The Lower Skunk River Water Quality and Soil Health Initiative Project will be having nutrient sampling days in the counties of Henry, Jefferson, Lee, and Van Buren. When & Where March 26, 2018 Henry County USDA/NRCS Office 709 S. Iris St. Mount Pleasant March 27, 2018 Jefferson County USDA/NRCS Office 605 S. 23rd St. Fairfield March 29, 2018 Van Buren …
Meet Our Board: Deke Wood
Deke Wood serves as Chair on the Board of Directors at Pathfinders RC&D, and is a Keokuk County Supervisor. Deke has served on the board since 2011, and as chair for the last 5 years. “One of my favorite projects at Pathfinder’s is the Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation. Even though none of the reclamation sites are in my county, I …
2018 Summer Internships Available at Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Three local Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) are offering summer internships in Mahaska, Marion and Wapello Counties. Interns will assist the SWCD and Division of Soil Conservation & Water Quality Mines and Mineral Bureau in their work developing interest in and commitment to implementation of conservation programs and activities. The internship positions will be 40 hours per week and …
2/16 Soil Health Workshop in Bloomfield
Soil Health Workshop with Ray Archuleta: Regenerating Soils by Mimicking Nature This 1-day workshop will take place on Friday, February 16th, 2018 from 8am-4pm at the Mutchler Community Center, 900 E North St, Bloomfield. The purpose of this workshop is to learn how to heal and regenerate your soils on your farm and ranch ecosystem. Learn how to reduce inputs …
2/16-2/17 Southern Iowa Grazing Conference 2018
The 6th annual Southern Iowa Grazing Conference will be held on Friday, February 16th, and Saturday, February 17th at the Mutchler Community Center in Bloomfield, IA. The Southern Iowa Grazing Conference exists to provide an educational and inspiring environment with information about life on the farm, especially life on a cattle farm. The event is for all ages and all levels of experience. …
Cedar Creek Watershed Meeting in Pekin Rescheduled to 1/22
The Cedar Creek Water Quality Initiative Project is developing a watershed management plan to support individuals, groups, and businesses to improve water quality and soil health. On January, 22nd at the Packwood Community Center from 12:00pm – 2:00pm, anyone who lives, works, farms, or owns property in the watershed is encouraged to attend a dialogue about opportunities and concerns relevant …
1/23 , 1/26, 1/30 Watershed Planning Participation Opportunities
Pathfinders will be facilitating community meetings to help develop the Lower Skunk River Watershed Management Plan. Anyone who lives, works, farms, or owns property in the watershed is encouraged to attend the following dialogues about opportunities and concerns relevant to the watershed: Salem @ the Salem Library from 10am – 12:30pm on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018 Stockport @ the American Legion Hall from 12-2:30pm on Friday, January …
Jan, Feb & March: Free Business Workshops and Seminars offered in Fairfield
Maharishi University of Management has received a $46,500 USDA Rural Business Development Grant which will be used to offer seminars and workshops open to local small businesses. The MUM College of Business is partnering with the Fairfield Economic Development Association, the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Pathfinders RC & D, the Fairfield CoLab, the Fairfield Entrepreneurs Association and SCORE to bring Jefferson …
Request for Proposal: Adaptive Reuse of the Libertyville School Building
Purpose The City of Libertyville and Fairfield Community School District are working collaboratively to find an adaptive re-use for the Libertyville School Building. The purpose of this Request for Proposal [RFP} is to solicit proposals for adaptive reuse of the Building with the intention to transfer ownership by sale or other responsible means to a third party that meets the …