Linn Soil & Water Conservation District
3025 7th Ave
Marion, IA 52302
Phone: 319-377-5960, Ext. 3
Fax 319-377-3117
 

Backyard Conservation

Bringing conservation from the countryside to your backyard

Farmers and ranchers use conservation plans to help them apply practices that will protect soil, water, air, plant and animal resources. Residential landowners can apply similar practices on their own lots to protect natural resources and beautify the landscape. For more information on Backyard Conservation or to receive a Backyard Conservation Booklet call 1-888-LAND-CARE.

Horticulture questions? Unbiased research-based information can be provided by the Linn County Master Gardeners - ISU Extension. The office location is 3279 7th Avenue, Marion IA 52302. Phone: 319-447-0647 or visit their website at: www.linnextension.org/mg_home.html

Call 1-888-LAND-CARE to get the free 28 page Backyard Conservation booklet shown below.
All SWCD programs and services are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or handicap.
Photos courtesy of USDA NRCS.