Fillmore SWCD sponsors conservations events throughout the year and also participates or promotes various other conservation events throughout the are.
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- 17Fillmore SWCD Regular Board Meeting5:00 pm
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- 22Groundwater in Action – Dye Tracing Event5:00 pm
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- 27Prescribed Fire: Not Just for Prairies12:00 pm - 2:00 pmJoin the Root River Prescribed Burn Association (RR PBA) on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12-2 p.m. with possible live burn demo after. We will see woodland fire breaks, discuss break construction, firing techniques, and fire ecology. Location: John Kochie’s place – 6934 County 20, Caledonia Wear clothe , ...
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Events Sponsored by the Fillmore SWCD
Forestry Field Day
Learn about incorporating several different Forestry management techniques that have a big impact on resource conservation and land productivity.
A light supper is typically provided. The location changes annually so different management practices can be introduced. Closed-toe shoes are highly recommended. Please prepare for bugs/ticks.
Prairie Walk
A prairie walk is held annually at different sites in Fillmore County. Participants explore the prairie, discuss management practices and id plants of the prairie.
The event is typically held late August-September. If you have any ideas of where to hold future Prairie Walks please contact Nikki Wheeler at 507-887-0240 or by E-Mail
5th Grade Tree Program
Staff from the Fillmore SWCD visit and deliver trees to 5th Grade students in Fillmore County.
Staff speak with the 5th Graders about the importance of trees in the landscape. Each student receives a seedling to take home and plant.
Friend of the Root River
Science Sundays Friends of the Root River host a series of events called Science Sundays. Events are held on Sundays in the Spring and Summer.
Topics covered range from floodplain restoration to karst topography. All events are free and family friendly
Events the Fillmore SWCD Participates in or Promotes in Fillmore County
- Farm Safety Day – 4th Grade Students
- Dairy Night on the Farm