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Upper Huerfano Conservation District |
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Promoting the wise use of natural resources in Huerfano and Las Animas Counties. |
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Tourism, rural living and agriculture co-exist in Huerfano County. Each use makes its own demands on the natural resources of the area.
©Photo 2005: Carol Sirko Dunn |
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· Extensive brochure and literature library at the UHCD office. · Support of the Living Snowfence program. · Support of the Colorado Forest Service tree seedling sale. · Work with Colorado Division of Wildlife to identify important wildlife habitats. · Work with landowners to get conservation practices installed on the land. · Participation in the Huerfano County Ag Coalition. · Pursuing funding to address the Maitland Arroyo wind erosion problem. · Participation in efforts of Huerfano County Weed Management Board. · School programs on conservation topics. · Sponsorship of the Fourth Grade Foresters Project. · Sponsorship of Eastern Colorado State FFA Range Judging Contest. · Conservation cost-share program to help fund on-the-ground conservation projects. · Sponsorship of Ag in the Classroom—Adopt a Classroom. · Birdhouse sale. · District cap sale. · Supplying Huerfano County Soil Surveys to area landowners, schools, libraries and realty offices. · Tours and seminars pertinent to today’s agricultural producer. |
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· Conservation Photo Contest · Conservationist of the Year award · Conservation Teacher of the Year award · Conservation Poster Contest for students · Earth Day Coloring Contest · Scholarships for teachers to the Conservation Teachers’ Workshop · Scholarships for students to Camp Rocky |
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Welcome to the Upper Huerfano Conservation District. The UHCD relies on grants and tax mill levy income to operate its programs and projects. |
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711 Walsen Ave., Suite A Phone: (719) 738-1171
E-mail: jennifer.vargas@co.nacdnet.net
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2010 Accomplishments:
· The District’s cost-share program approved 14 contracts and awarded $29,547.55 in funds
Grants received:
· Direct Assistance Grant
· District Conservation Technician Grant
· District Conservation Technician Grant from Huerfano County Commissioners
· Matching Grant
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