The nation’s farmers have worked at protecting soil and water resources for more than 60 years, but, in the past ten years, progress has been remarkable. The time has come to share these successful conservation practices with non-farm neighbors. More than 92 million acres of U.S. land is developed land and much of it is in the care of homeowners.
Whether you have acres in the country, an average-sized suburban yard, or a tiny plot in the city, you can help protect the environment and add beauty and interest to your surroundings. Ten conservation practices have been scaled down for homeowners and city residents to use in their yards.
Backyard Pond, Backyard Wetland, Composting, Mulching,
Nutrient Management, Pest Management, Terracing, Tree Planting,
Water Conservation & Wildlife Habitat
The Henry County Soil & Water Conservation District has free copies of the tip sheets and a colorful 28 page Backyard Conservation booklet.
The National Association of Conservation Districts has produced A Backyard Conservation Starter Kit in a box. The kit includes 28-page color booklet outlining the 10 conservation practices
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9-minute video showing the conservation practices
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10 tip sheets giving more detail on each practice
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Fun pack envelope containing:
4-page color guidebook with backyard ideas
3-D poster
Fun Backyard Board Game
Backyard Butterflies educational comic book
Nature Pals children's activity book (K-3)
Operation Backyard children's activity book (4-6)
This kit can help you, your family, school class, or civic organization apply any of the 10 conservation practices introduced as well as learn ways to enjoy your backyards more. It is available from the National Association of Conservation Districts.
Call 1-800-825-5547 ext. 32 or see www.nacdnet.org