Geauga SWCD News and Events

Office hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

PUBLIC CLOSURE NOTICE: 

Office Closing to Public, Day-to-day Operations Continue

For the health and safety of the public and staff, Geauga SWCD office is currently closed to the public during the current COVID-19 pandemic until further notice.  The staff are working remotely where and when possible and can be reached at the email addresses listed below.  You are also welcome to leave a message at 440-834-1122 and we will return your call as soon as we are able.  If you have something to drop off there is a drop box located at our office entrance, but please contact us first to make arrangements. 

The Spring Tree and Fish Sales are also POSTPONED due to public health risks.  The Fish Sale will be posponed until the fall and the Tree Sale will be postponed until April 23-24, 2021.  If you have already placed an order for either sale, you will be contacted soon with more information.  We appreciate your patience and understanding! 

Carmella Shale, District Director/Engineer  cshale@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Lair, Administrative Assistant  clair@geaugaswcd.com

Gail Prunty, Education/Communications Specialist  gprunty@geaugaswcd.com

Bob Griesmer, Technician  bgriesmer@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Sharp, Natural Resources Technician  csharp@geaugaswcd.com

Katie Nainiger, Conservation Education Coordinator  knainiger@geaugaswcd.com

Mike Tadaj, Technician  mtadaj@geaugaswcd.com

Spence Nash, Conservation Technician snash@geaugaswcd.com

Events & Happenings ~

Geauga SWCD Bids Farewell (from a distance!) to Beloved Technician Bob Griesmer!

Consult and Respect Your Neighbors: Parting Wisdom from Technician Bob Griesmer

Geauga SWCD Promotes April as Ohio's First Native Plant Month!

Upcoming Woodland Wednesdays Programs: Stay tuned for notice when programs resume

In search of Geauga County's Biggest Black Walnut - 2020 Big Tree Contest!

Ohio Scenic Rivers is Seeking Stream Monitors for NE Ohio

Geauga SWCD Board of Supervisors Reorganize

For Teachers & Students ~

Register today for the 2020 Advanced Wonders Of Watersheds Teacher Workshop, June 22-24

Teacher Workshop Scholarships for Geauga County Teachers!!  Apply by April 24

Conservation Poster Contest "Where Would We Bee Without Pollinators?"

Recent News ~

The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD), in partnership with the NACD Auxiliary, announced the winners of the 2019 Poster Contest during the 74th NACD Annual Meeting. Congratulations Kaden Knake, a senior at West Geauga High School on a beautiful poster and your well-deserved first place win!

Take it to the Bank! Chargin River Watershed Partners' Cost-Share Program Available for Streambank Erosion

Through the Years: The History of Geauga SWCD in Celebration of Our 75th Year!

Also check out these videos showcasing two Geauga County Bicentennial Farms:

Haskins Family Farm of Bainbridge Township-1818

Clarke/Sudyk Family Farm of Huntsburg Township-1818

For the health and safety of the public and staff, Geauga SWCD office is currently closed to the public during the current COVID-19 pandemic.  The staff is working remotely where and when possible.

Please check our website www.geaugaswcd.com for email addresses and updates to office status.  If you need to reach us, you are welcome to leave a message at 440-834-1122.     

Carmella Shale              cshale@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Lair                    clair@geaugaswcd.com

Gail Prunty                     gprunty@geaugaswcd.com

Bob Griesmer                bgriesmer@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Sharp                csharp@geaugaswcd.com

Katie Nainiger               knainiger@geaugaswcd.com

Mike Tadaj                      mtadaj@geaugaswcd.com

Carmella Shale              cshale@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Lair                    clair@geaugaswcd.com

Gail Prunty                     gprunty@geaugaswcd.com

Bob Griesmer                bgriesmer@geaugaswcd.com

Colleen Sharp                csharp@geaugaswcd.com

Katie Nainiger               knainiger@geaugaswcd.com

Mike Tadaj                      mtadaj@geaugaswcd.com

Mission Statement

"To conserve, protect, and enhance the soil and water resources of Geauga County by providing leadership, education, and assistance to all."

Who We Are

The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) was established in 1944. It was the 29th SWCD to be established in Ohio. The Geauga SWCD is a legal entity of the State of Ohio and is administered by a five-member, elected Board of Supervisors.  These Board members make important decisions regarding conservation within the county and set the direction for the District Staff.

The District works cooperatively with other county agencies, local officials, and conservation groups.  The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service works with the District by offering assistance to agricultural producers within the county.   Each of the 88 Ohio counties has its own SWCD, and funding is obtained through the County Commissioners, the State of Ohio, grants, and donations.

The individual Soil and Water Conservation Districts within the state serve the varying needs of the county in which they are located.  The Geauga SWCD serves the residents of Geauga County by providing many quality services.  The District works with the local community to increase the awareness and appreciation of the county's valuable natural resources.

Contact Information

Please contact us here at the District if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.  Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.  The office is closed all government holidays.

We are located at the Geauga County Fairgrounds at the North entrance, next to the Ohio State University Extension Office at the Patterson Center.

Board Meeting Schedule

Board meetings are held at 7:30 am at the Geauga SWCD office in the Patterson Center, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road, in Burton, on the third Tuesday of the month. 

Telephone:              440-834-1122

Fax:                          440-834-0316

 

Postal address:      14269 Claridon-Troy Road

                                 PO Box 410

                                 Burton, Ohio 44021

 

General E-mail:  gswcd@geaugaswcd.com