Urban / Conservation Home Projects

Urban Conservation

Landowner? Owner? Neighbor? Here you'll find conservation information related to your house, yard, and daily living.

Resources

  • Rain Barrels, tree and native plant sales and workshops in the spring
  • Historical aerial imagery of Fayette County dating back to 1939

Assistance

  • Nutrient Management -  proper lawn fertilization link to Hamilton SWCD
  • Improving soil health through gardening with cover crops and composting
  • Responsible water quality and quantity issues from surface and subsurface runoff
  • Protecting wildlife habitats with food, water, and shelter enhancements for all types of animals
  • Conservation education resources tailored to adult and youth audiences
  • Backyard conservation audits give you ideas for your backyard
  • Guidance to local officials to protect or restore natural resources
  • Technical and educational presentations to small and large groups

Urban Resource Links