Deer Lodge Valley / North Powell Conservation Districts

05/27/2026

It's not too late to sign up for the upcoming Montana Range Tour! Powell County's own Thomas Herefords will be hosting the event on their ranch, and you won't want to miss it. Contact us if you'd like a copy of the agenda or more information about the tour!

05/26/2026

Today on Memorial Day, we pause to honor the extraordinary courage and selfless sacrifice of our nation’s fallen heroes — the brave men and women who answered the call of duty and laid down their lives so that America could remain free. 🇺🇸

From the battlefields of the past to the fight for liberty today, their devotion to our country reminds us what true patriotism looks like. These American heroes didn’t just defend our land… they defended our way of life, our Constitution, and the God-given rights that make this the greatest nation on earth.

May God bless our military heroes, their loved ones, and the United States of America.

05/19/2026

🌿Natural Resource Field Day 2026🌿

We had an incredible day hosting our annual Natural Resource Field Day for local 6th graders at Racetrack Campground! The students enjoyed hands-on learning at stations presented by a variety of state and local agencies.
Topics included:
-Bear Awareness
-Forestry
-Fisheries
-Noxious Weeds
-Wildland Firefighting
-Soil Health
A huge thank you to Montana Correctional Enterprises for generously donating the ice cream for the kids! We're grateful to all our presenters who helped make this educational event such a success. Investing in the next generation of natural resource stewards is always worth it!

05/05/2026

We had the perfect weather on Friday to celebrate Arbor Day. The District teamed up with Powell County Montana Invasive Plants to plant a tree at the county courthouse with a local 3rd grade class. The kids got their hands dirty, learned the importance of planting trees, and even got a little Arbor Day history along the way! 🌳

03/24/2026

On this National Ag Day, we come together to honor the heart and soul of our nation – the farmers and ranchers who work tirelessly to cultivate the land and nurture our communities. Your relentless efforts and passion are the driving force behind America's agricultural success.

In every seed you plant, every field you tend, and every animal you care for, you are building a legacy of abundance and sustainability. Your hard work ensures that our tables are filled, our families are nourished, and our future is bright.

Today, we celebrate not just your labor, but your passion, your innovation, and your unwavering commitment to excellence. You are the stewards of our land, the backbone of our economy, and the champions of our future.

Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. 🌱

03/19/2026

🌾 Happy National Agriculture Week from Montana Farmers Union! 🌾
From early mornings in the field, to late nights balancing books, coaching teams, and leading communities—
Our farmers and ranchers do more than feed the world…
they are the backbone of rural Montana.
At Montana Farmers Union, we believe agriculture is more than an industry—
it’s a way of life rooted in community, cooperation, and resilience.
This week, we celebrate the people behind Agriculture—
The Farmers
The Ranchers
The Producers
The Ag Educators
The Ag Leaders
We are agriculture. We are community.
Join us in celebrating National Ag Week—and the people who make it all possible.
👉 Become part of the community: montanafarmersunion.com

03/12/2026

We're excited to partner with the Blackfoot Challenge and the Powell County Montana Invasive Plants for this year's Spring Landowner Meeting! Join us for great information, good food, and the chance to earn pesticide applicator credits (TBD). Free event - no registration necessary! Hope to see you there!

01/22/2026

Another seminar in the books! Our 53rd Annual Conservation & Livestock Seminar on January 10th was a success, bringing together local producers and community members. A big thank you to all the presenters, attendees, and supporting businesses! Got any topic suggestions for next year? Let us know!

12/18/2025

Got plans for Saturday, January 10th? You do now! 🎉
Mark your calendars for our Annual Conservation & Livestock Seminar! We’ll be featuring presentations from Bruce Thomas, Montana DNRC, CHS, and the Clark Fork Vet Clinic. We’re looking forward to another great year filled with valuable information you can take home and put to use!

For more details, give our office a call at (406) 560-3214.

12/18/2025