Community Outreach

Staff along with Supervisors focused on SWCD promotion and awareness by participating in local parades and fairs.

Annual Blue Earth County Fair

Blue Earth SWCD staff attended Kid’s Day during the 2024 Blue Earth County Fair. A booth was setup with information on who we are, what we do, programs available and examples of projects we’ve completed around the county. MPCA loaned their stream bank simulation table for the day which was a huge hit with the kids. Kids were able to move the “sand” around, create or remove curves in the “stream”, increase or decrease the flow of the water and watch how these things change the way water flows.

Education and Outreach Events

Blue Earth SWCD staff attended the Greater Mankato Career Expo at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems Civic Center which hosted over 1,600 10th grade students from around the area as well as dropped in on a few Prairie Winds Middle School classrooms to give an overview of what a Soil & Water Conservation District does. It was a great opportunity to educate them about the careers available at their very own Soil & Water Districts!

2019 Lake Crystal Battle of the Bands Parade

Blue Earth SWCD staff attended the 2019 Lake Crystal Battle of the Bands Parade. Our float highlighted the District’s Great Plains No-Till Drill and the seeding services we provide to local landowners. We appreciated everyone who came out and said “Hello” to us!