Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM The Athens SWCD is a political subdivision of the State of Ohio, associated with the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) - Division of Soil and Water Conservation, and funded by county, municipal, and state funds. |
MISSION STATEMENT Provide leadership by promoting the wise use and enhancement of Athens County’s natural resources for current and future generations. |
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Athens SWCD
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Monthly meetings of the Athens Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) Board of Supervisors are held the 3rd Thursday of each month. Due to COVID - 19 restrictions, the meetings will be made available via Zoom. If you wish to attend or have any questions, please call 740-797-9686 ext. 5.
MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS May 19, 2022 - 4:00 pm June 16, 2022 - 4:00 pm July 21, 2022 - 4:00 pm August 18, 2022 - 4:00 pm September 15, 2022 - 4:00 pm October 20, 2022 - 4:00 pm November 17, 2022 - 4:00 pm December 15, 2022 - 4:00 pm |
View the current
Athens SWCD Newsletter here!
Athens SWCD Newsletter here!
2022 Fall Fish Sale
Deadline to order has been extended until October 6th!
Click here for Order Form and Stocking Information
Athens SWCD 76th Annual Meeting
Please join the Athens Soil and Water Conservation District as we celebrate 76 years of conservation during our annual meeting!
Enjoy an evening of fellowship at Rooster’s Ridge!
Enjoy an evening of fellowship at Rooster’s Ridge!
When: Thursday, October 20, 2022
Where: Rooster’s Ridge (OUTDOOR EVENT - weather permitting)
6329 Perry Road, Athens, Ohio 45701
Cost: $ 5.00 per person
Agenda: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. - Registration & Social Time
- SWCD SUPERVISOR ELECTION VOTING
- Talk shop with representatives from NRCS, FSA, FB, ODNR, and OSU Extension
5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - Meal - Catered by Texas Roadhouse
Buffet style - Chicken Breast or Pulled Pork, salad, mashed potatoes, green beans, hot rolls, dessert, and drinks
6:15 - 6:45 p.m. - Presentation of Awards
6:45 - 7:15 p.m. - Presentation on the Future of Agriculture,
by Scott Shearer, OSU Department of Food, Ag & Bio Engineering Professor and Chair
Door Prizes and Raffle Drawing
Reservations are due by October 13, 2022 - Give us a call at 740-7987-9686 ext. 5 to make your reservation!
Where: Rooster’s Ridge (OUTDOOR EVENT - weather permitting)
6329 Perry Road, Athens, Ohio 45701
Cost: $ 5.00 per person
Agenda: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. - Registration & Social Time
- SWCD SUPERVISOR ELECTION VOTING
- Talk shop with representatives from NRCS, FSA, FB, ODNR, and OSU Extension
5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - Meal - Catered by Texas Roadhouse
Buffet style - Chicken Breast or Pulled Pork, salad, mashed potatoes, green beans, hot rolls, dessert, and drinks
6:15 - 6:45 p.m. - Presentation of Awards
6:45 - 7:15 p.m. - Presentation on the Future of Agriculture,
by Scott Shearer, OSU Department of Food, Ag & Bio Engineering Professor and Chair
Door Prizes and Raffle Drawing
Reservations are due by October 13, 2022 - Give us a call at 740-7987-9686 ext. 5 to make your reservation!
LEGAL NOTICE
Athens SWCD Supervisor Election
The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors of the Athens Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code. Individuals who own or occupy land within the Athens SWCD and are 18 years of age or older may vote for supervisor.
There are 3 ways an eligible voters can cast a ballot:
1. At the Athens SWCD office from September 21, 2022 until October 19, 2022 during normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Thursday, and 8:00 am - 4:30 pm on Fridays; or on October 20, 2022 from 8:00 am - Noon; or
2. At the SWCD Annual Meeting, which will take place at Rooster’s Ridge, 6329 Perry Road, Athens, Ohio 45701 on Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm; or
3. By voting absentee from September 21, 2022 until October 20, 2022 by requesting the Voter Verification and Election Ballot from the Athens SWCD office at 69 S Plains Road, The Plains, Ohio 45780, or by calling 740-797-9686 ext. 6280, or by emailing cathybobo@athensswcd.org. Absentee ballots must be received by Noon on October 20, 2022.
One Supervisor will be elected to a three-year term commencing January 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2025. Nominees are: Bryan Ford and David Swanson (see bios below).
There are 3 ways an eligible voters can cast a ballot:
1. At the Athens SWCD office from September 21, 2022 until October 19, 2022 during normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Thursday, and 8:00 am - 4:30 pm on Fridays; or on October 20, 2022 from 8:00 am - Noon; or
2. At the SWCD Annual Meeting, which will take place at Rooster’s Ridge, 6329 Perry Road, Athens, Ohio 45701 on Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm; or
3. By voting absentee from September 21, 2022 until October 20, 2022 by requesting the Voter Verification and Election Ballot from the Athens SWCD office at 69 S Plains Road, The Plains, Ohio 45780, or by calling 740-797-9686 ext. 6280, or by emailing cathybobo@athensswcd.org. Absentee ballots must be received by Noon on October 20, 2022.
One Supervisor will be elected to a three-year term commencing January 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2025. Nominees are: Bryan Ford and David Swanson (see bios below).
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Bryan Ford - Bryan graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Agricultural Education and from Ohio University with a master's degree in Educational Administration. While in college, he worked for ODNR Division of Soil and Water Conservation in the soil survey department and was a 4 year member of the Ohio State soil judging team. Bryan has been employed as the agricultural education teacher and assistant principal at Alexander High School since 2005. Prior to that, he was employed by the USDA NRCS for 5 years as a student trainee and soil conservationist. Bryan and his wife Kristi, own and operate a small Farm in Lodi Township where they have a cow-calf operation using management intensive grazing principles. They also make hay for the cattle operation on several other farms in the area. They have two children, Jackson and Grace. In his free time, he enjoys working on the farm, helping his children with their FFA projects, and attending their sporting events.
David Swanson - Dave is an instructor in the School of Natural Resources. He has been teaching at Hocking College since 2007. David teaches courses in wildlife resources management and biological sciences. He is a graduate of West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Resources Management and a Ph.D. in Forest Resources Science. He earned a Master of Science degree in Range and Wildlife Management from Texas A&M University – Kingsville. He is a Certified Wildlife Biologist through The Wildlife Society. David serves on the Assessment Council, Credentials Committee, Natural Resources Cross-Curricular Committee, and the Natural Resources Education and Outreach Committee. Before teaching at Hocking College, he was Forest Wildlife Research Supervisor with the Ohio Division of Wildlife for 14 years. In his spare time, he loves to hunt, fish, garden, and spend time with his family. He manages his 10.25 acres in Ames Township for a variety of wildlife species ranging from pollinators to white-tailed deer.
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Athens SWCD Wildlife Specialist / Forestry Technician Vacancy Announcement
The Athens Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is accepting applications for the Wildlife Specialist / Forestry Technician position. The vacancy announcement, position description, and application form is available by clicking on the tabs below.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT PARTICAPATED IN THE 2022 OHIO RIVER SWEEP ON THE HOCKING!!!
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