Established on May 1, 1946 to promote the conservation and wise use of our county's natural resources

EDUCATION

Cortland County SWCD provides numerous environmental education opportunities for all ages. 

Elementary school children enjoy a visit from Ronnie Raindrop ® and learn about water. 

Older Elementary and Middle School children enjoy these all day field trip activities: Conservation Field Days, Ag-Extravaganza and Farm Days. These are held as a join effort between SWCD, NRCS and other agencies like the Cornell Cooperative Extension and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. 

The Rural Landowner's Workshop is held annually in the spring. This workshop features speakers and topics of interest to landowners. 

Envirothon Conservation Field Days - Cortland County 6th Graders Ronnie Raindrop - For presentations or visits from Ronny Raindrop®, please contact Amanda Barber, District Manager, @ 756-5991 or by e-mail at: amanda.barber@cortlandswcd.org Rural Landowner's Workshop Ag Stravaganza - Cortland County 4th Graders Farm Days Spruce-Up America Annual Water Festival

Nature Adventure Backpacks

Nature Adventure Backpacks are available to community residents to borrow for excursions into Nature. The informational materials and activities are aimed at children and families to help develop an appreciation of Nature around them.

To reserve a backpack call: 607-756-5991.