Dubois County Soil and Water Conservation District

06/17/2026

Get ready to explore the beauty of the Jasper Parklands! 🌾✨
Join us Tuesday, June 30th from 6:30–8:30 PM for the Parklands Prairie Walk, a guided nature walk led by native plant and wildlife experts.
Discover the fascinating story of how a former golf course was transformed into a thriving prairie ecosystem, and learn about the native plants that call it home. 🌼🦋
📍 Meet at the Parklands Pavilion
From there, we’ll head onto the trails to explore the park’s low‑stature prairie up close.
This event is free, educational, and perfect for nature lovers of all ages.
For more information:
📧 [email protected]
📞 812‑482‑1171 ext. 3

06/11/2026

Have Questions about your garden?

🌱 Calling All Women Who Grow! 🌱

2026 is the International Year of the Woman Farmer, and we’re celebrating with a welcoming, hands‑on learning circle designed for women of all ages and experience levels, from backyard gardeners to first‑time planters!
Join us for Soil Health Starts at Home: Build Your Own Garden Greenhouse, a fun and relaxing workshop where you’ll
• Learn simple soil‑health tips
• Connect through shared stories
• Create your own DIY mini‑greenhouse using a recycled jug to take home.

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 VUJC‑CTIM Building, 961 College Ave, Jasper, IN
🥪 Lunch and snacks provided
👥 Space is limited - Up to 20 attendees
📅 Please RSVP by June 12th
📞 812‑482‑1171 x3
📧 [email protected]

Come learn, relax, and grow with us! 🌼💚

06/02/2026

Join the Invasive Species Awareness Coalition (ISAC) of Dubois County, and the City of Jasper Parks Department for this free evening event Tuesday, June 30th, 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Jasper Parklands, 800 W 15th St. Jasper, IN 47546.

06/02/2026

🌱 Calling All Women Who Grow! 🌱

2026 is the International Year of the Woman Farmer, and we’re celebrating with a welcoming, hands‑on learning circle designed for women of all ages and experience levels, from backyard gardeners to first‑time planters!
Join us for Soil Health Starts at Home: Build Your Own Garden Greenhouse, a fun and relaxing workshop where you’ll
• Learn simple soil‑health tips
• Connect through shared stories
• Create your own DIY mini‑greenhouse using a recycled jug to take home.

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 VUJC‑CTIM Building, 961 College Ave, Jasper, IN
🥪 Lunch and snacks provided
👥 Space is limited - Up to 20 attendees
📅 Please RSVP by June 12th
📞 812‑482‑1171 x3
📧 [email protected]

Come learn, relax, and grow with us! 🌼💚

05/27/2026

🔵Did you know your septic tank should be pumped every 3–5 years to help prevent costly system failures?
🔵The Lower East Fork White River Watershed 319 Grant is offering discounted septic tank pump outs for eligible residents within the watershed area! Reimbursements are available after service is completed by a Registered Septic Pumper.
🔵Not sure if you qualify or live within the watershed? Contact Watershed Coordinator Julie Loehr at ☎️812-779-7924 (call or text) or email ✉️ [email protected] for more information!

05/27/2026

05/07/2026

Take a look at what’s coming up and mark your calendar! If you have any questions, please reach out to us! Phone: 812-482-1171 x3

🌱 Compost & Cover Crop Workshop (FREE)
May 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7 PM
GTIM Building @ VUJC, Room 227/226
Learn simple composting methods and cover‑crop techniques for your home, garden, or farm. Registration starts at 5:15 PM.
RSVP by May 8 to enjoy dinner and raffle entry!
Featuring speakers from Evanston Valley Enterprise and IN Small Farms Conservation.

🌿 2026 Plant ID Walks (FREE)
Explore native plants, learn identification tips, and enjoy guided walks with local experts.
• Thursday, May 7 – Dubois County Park
• Saturday, June 6 – Jasper Riverwalk
• Saturday, August 22 – Patoka Lake
• Thursday, October 29 – Niehaus Park

🏡 Soil Health Starts at Home: Build Your Own Garden Greenhouse
June 20, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 2 PM
A Women-Only, Hands‑on workshop covering:
• Building a small greenhouse
• Gardening tips
• Soil health basics
• DIY tools and techniques with in person resources
Lunch and snacks provided.

📸 Dubois SWCD Photography Contest
Theme: Conservation in Action
Submission deadline: June 12, 2026
Open to Dubois County residents.
Theme: Conservation In Action

🌳 Invasive Swap – Swap Invasives for Natives!
Learn which problem plants to remove and pick up native alternatives to help improve local habitat.

05/06/2026

Photo Submissions accepted until June 11th!
More information on our website https://www.duboisswcd.org/photo-contest.html

05/04/2026

Join us this Thursday for a plant ID Walk at the Dubois County Park. Meet at shelter house #4

05/04/2026

SWCD Office will be closed May 5, 2026

Board Meeting will be held May 7, 2026 @ 4:30pm - USDA Conference Center