Why they choose to serve? 
Serving on the Wood SWCD board is voluntary.  Each board member shares a genuine concern for the protection and conservation of our local soil and water resources. Each member considers this position an opportunity to share ideas, provide solutions, implement projects, and educate the community to benefit not only the county residents but the entire region. 
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The district supervisors and staff work locally but think regionally.  Western Lake Erie Basin does not stop at the water’s edge. The Wood SWCD partners with other districts, local farmers, county residents, and local private entities to promote conservation practices from ag to urban communities.  Look for educational activities, workshops, field days, and media of interest to you. Take an active part in conservation right where you live.  We are here to help. 

Contact the district office or talk with a member of the Board of Supervisors if you have interest in serving. 
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"​The biggest takeaway for me over those years, was working with the many and varied volunteer District Supervisors, who were willing to take new risks and try new ideas and methods to improve our soil and water resources.  Who else would have done what they accomplished over the past 70 years?" - Ponderings on the Past by Gene Nagel, NRCS District Conservationist (retired)​
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District Staff

​The Wood SWCD staff pulls from a diverse background of education and experience to provide county residents with conservation information and resources.  We help landowners address water quality and soil health issues on all sizes of properties, from urban house lots to large farm operations, and provide education programs for all ages.  The staff also stays current on changes in state and federal regulations, and participates in ongoing development programs to make sure we provide the best services possible to Wood County residents, and protect the natural resources that northwest Ohio is known for.

Front L ​to R: Jeremy Gerwin, Jim Carter
Back L to R: Julie Lause, Sarah St. John, Beth Landers

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"Boots on the Ground" by Bernie Scott

Enjoy the story telling and experiences shared by Bernie. 

The Rest of the Story

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