UPPER OCMULGEE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

The Yellow, Alcovy, and South rivers of north Georgia converge to form the majestic Ocmulgee River. This confluence of water in the agricultural heartland of central Georgia makes up the Upper Ocmulgee watershed. Nutrient rich soil and ample moisture make this district a haven for plant and livestock farmers. The vast lands that are touched by the Upper Ocmulgee.

The Upper Ocmulgee Conservation District aims to protect these lands for generations to come. This board of farmers and community members steward the land with mindfulness and the knowledge of people who grew up on this land. The Upper Ocmulgee basin continues to thrive because of the dedication of the men and women who strive to protect it.

 

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News


On 11/21/23, Phillip Standard, Chairman of the Upper Ocmulgee River SWCD, was presented a 50 year service pin by GACD's NE Regional Program Manager, Dana Tripp. Thank you for your service and dedication to the district.  Congratulations, Mr. Standard!


EVENTS


UPPER OCMULGEE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES FOR POSTER CONTEST

Monticello, GA, January 23, 2024—The Upper Ocmulgee River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), a local agency dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of the area’s natural resources, is now accepting entries for their Poster Contest for students located within the District’s service area. The service area includes Jasper and Newton counties. Education is a critical element of the conservation effort at the local, state and national levels. Educating young people about the benefits of conservation helps to ensure the next generation will be wise stewards of America’s natural resources. 

The annual Poster Contest provides public, private and homeschooled students in kindergarten through 12th grades the chance to have their art selected to advance on to the state contest. Upper Ocmulgee River SWCD has opened the competition to grades 6-8. Prizes will be awarded for the top three winners. Each year, the poster topic reflects National Association of Conservation Districts’s annual Stewardship theme and highlights the work of Conservation Districts to protect and enhance natural resources. This year’s theme “May the Forest Be with You Always” focuses on the importance of our forests. The deadline to enter the contest is February 29, 2024. 

The Upper Ocmulgee River Soil and Water Conservation District is a unit of state government that directs natural resource management programs in Jasper and Newton counties. The Conservation District works with farmers, landowners, and with other units of government to educate and actively promote programs and practices that support the conservation, and use and development of soil, water, and related resources. More information can be found at www.gacd.us/upperocmulgeeriver.


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Meeting Information

The Upper Ocmulgee River Conservation District meets the third Tuesday of every other month at 10 AM.

The meeting location switches between the Jasper County Farm Bureau Office and the Newton County Administrative Building every other meeting.

 

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