Field Trainings

Districts hold field trainings throughout the year on a variety of topics best experienced through hands-on demonstrations. Some trainings are open to the public while others are specific for professional development.

Chainsaw Safety Training in Somerset County

Chainsaw safety training at Somerset SWCD's Yankee Woodlot

Workshops

Workshops occur year-round for the public to learn more about conservation practices in their region. We often partner with other community groups and organizations to maximize educational opportunities.

DEP Erosion Control Training in Cumberland County

A classroom or conference room with a man standing and giving a presentation to an audience seated at tables. The presentation slide discusses 'Run-off & Water Flow' with diagrams. The room has pale green walls, a whiteboard, and a small Maine sign. Attendees are taking notes or listening attentively.

In the Community

Districts host and attends conferences, bus tours, open houses, fairs, and all kinds of other events to help the public learn more about local environmental issues and projects happening in their community.

Multi-District outreach at the Common Ground Fair

Booth of Waldo County Soil & Water Conservation District at an outdoor event with informational posters, brochures, and signs, including a yellow sign advertising free fishing tackle and a white sign for the district.

Online

District websites are valuable resource libraries of information. The public can also stay up to date on projects, funding opportunities, and events through District newsletters and social media.

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