PIKE COUNTY CONSERVATION
DISTRICT
OUR CONSERVATION MOVEMENT
Founded in 1953, PIKE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISRICT is a locally led organization that assists the community in addressing all natural resource concerns in Pike County. We are made up of seven supervisors and are nonprofit. Our goal is to protect natural resources and improve our soil and water quality in partnership with farmers, landowners, foresters, and wildlife enthusiast, by providing conservation programs.
Meet our Supervisors
Chairman: Steve Hogg, Vice-Chairman: Forest Dale Johnson, Member: Joey Collins
Member: Charlie Pinson
Member: Matt Hager
Member: Leanne Coleman
District Administrative Secretary Lesia Birchfield
BOARD MEETINGS ARE THE SECOND THURSDAY AT 6:00PM
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DO YOUR PART
We believe that there is no singular answer—every little bit helps when it comes to making an impact. There are many meaningful ways you can help us succeed in our mission. Have an idea that’s not listed below? Reach out and let us know.
VOLUNTEERING
Our work is never done, and we can use all the help we can get. One of the ways you can take part is by Volunteering. Spread the word about all that PIKE COUNTY CONST DIST is doing, and help us gain the support we need.
RECYCLE
Properly disposing of old appliances improves our water quality and the effects on the environmental and economic health of our county.
PROGRAMS
Media Center
In order to achieve our goals, we must raise our voices and make ourselves heard. News features and press releases are a great way to make this happen. Read on for some of our latest highlights.
SEED SWAP
Seed Swap will be held April 1, 2023 at Pike Central High School
APPLIANCE BUY BACK
2023 dates are announced Follow our facebook page
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PIKE COUNTY CAIP
Applications for 2023 has not opened yet. Producer meeting will be held after applications are accepted. This meeting is to help fill out applications and answer questions
ART & WRITNG CONTEST
Each fall we distribute tabloids to all the schools for the Art and Writing Contest. K-5 students participate in the Art portion and 6-12 students participate in the Writing portion. Awards are given out in April at the banquet.
COUNTY COST SHARE
Assist landowners in addressing conservation needs. This program is a 50/50 match with a max of $500.00 for  lime and fertilizer, pasture and hayland planting, Backyard Conservation includes pollinator gardens fruit trees, bat houses, rain barrels and compost bins.  For beekeeping 50/50 match with a max of $500.00 for equipment: smokers, honey extractors,  (including wooden ware) seeds (clovers, buckwheat, others), electric fence to keep out bears, feeds (sugar, pollen substitute. Application is under the tab
AGRICULTURE WATER QUALITY ACT
The goal of the Ag Water Quality Act is to protect surface and groundwater resources from pollution as a result of agriculture and silviculture activities Website to create your plan is under the tab
​Upcoming Events
JUNIOR CONSERVATION BOARD
What does a Junior Board do? Students 8 to 12 grade. Volunteer to create and implement local conservation projects. Get experience holding professional meetings, working as a team, gain experience public speaking and working with the public. Help Conservation District with Seed Swap, tree seedling giveaway, garden seed giveaway, setting up at farmer's market, build raised garden beds at Cedar Creek Assisted Living, collect donations for flood victims. participated in trunk or treat. Plan and help with educational programs such as remake learning day events, camp days for kids 5-7 years old.
Gives students to opportunity to earn volunteer hours and do community service work. Looks great on college and job applications. Seniors that are members for 2 receive $250.00 scholarship and a graduation cord.
