Lewis County Soil & Water Conservation District

SEEKING SUMMER INTERN! The Lewis County Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking applications to fill a Pratt-Northam Water Quality Intern Position. This temporary position is 40 hours per week, up to 350 hours, running May through August of 2021. Applicants Must: - Be 18 years of age and have a valid NYS driver’s license... - Live in Lewis County, Carthage or Boonville area (area designated by Pratt-Northam) - Be enrolled in college in a subject area related to the intern position for the fall semester of 2021 This intern position will include but is not limited to: Assisting with data collection, maintenance and monitoring of stream gauges in the Black River Watershed. Assist in inventory, assessment and control of invasive species. Prepare materials for educational events such as the Lewis County Fair and Riverfest. Participate in surveying, installation and inspection of best management practices, prepare SEQR Environmental Assessment forms and assist landowners with environmental permits. The District will work with any participating college to offer college credit for the internship. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, application and resume to [email protected] by May 3, 2021. For more information call the District at (315) 376-6122.

UPDATE! We still have a very limited number of Berry Bushes, Shrubs & Trees available to order from our Spring Sale. Pick up is April 22 or 23. Here is what is left as of 1:00PM 3/31. I'll be by the phone all day to take your orders, so call them in soon! 315-376-6122. Refer to the Order form Link for pricing. Species and Quantity Available are listed below. https://lewiscountysoilandwater.com//_docs/2021TreeOrderFo Seedlings: Norway Spruce-60 Colorado Blue Spruce- 25... Black Cherry-15 White Oak-70 River Birch-50 Transplants: White Spruce- 50 Shrubs & Berry Bushes: Lilac-37 Arrowwood-35 Serviceberry- 47 Blackberry- 60 Packets: Bird & Butterfly-2 Nut Tree- 2 Perennial Flower Packet- 2 Wildflower Seeds: Sunny Mix- 21oz remaining Shady Mix- 30oz remaining

Tree, Shrub & Berry Bush Orders Are Due by this Friday, March 5th! We are cutting our order back on Monday 3/8, so if you are interested in purchasing don't delay! There will only be a very limited supply available for sale after the cutback, so don't miss out. Call us today to place your order! 315-376-6122... Please note: Balsam Fir is SOLD OUT! https://lewiscountysoilandwater.com//_docs/2021TreeOrderFo

Congratulations to Wayne White! He was the winner of our "Tree Time Trivia Contest" that was in our winter newsletter. Wayne has won a $25 Gift Certificate to be used at our 2021 Tree Sale. Thanks to all who participated in the contest! If you would like to be added to our bi-annual newsletter mailing list please call us (315)376-6122 or email [email protected].

Hey Everyone! TREE SALE UPDATE... BALSAM FIR IS SOLD OUT! Get your orders in by March 5th for the best selection. We have a great assortment of other Seedlings, Transplants, Fruit & Shrubs for you to choose from. Pick Up will Be April 22 & 23.... We now accept credit card payment and can take orders over the phone, so give us a call. (315) 376-6122 Click on the link below for our 2021 Tree & Shrub Order Form. https://lewiscountysoilandwater.com//_docs/2021TreeOrderFo See more

Hi Everyone, We have had an abundance of calls lately so we wanted to update you on our current status. Staff are (and have been) working full time, however, please note: Our building is still not open for walk ins due to Covid-19. We are NOT accepting any water samples at this time. Samples must be taken directly to Converse Laboratories 800 Starbuck Ave Watertown. (315)788-8388... If you need to meet with our staff please call ahead to schedule an appointment. (315)376-6122 We are all anxious for restrictions to be lifted. Thank you for your understanding.

Happy Friday everyone! Just a reminder that the District still is not accepting water samples at this time. If you have any questions regarding a sample or drop off times, please give Converse Laboratories a call at (315) 788-8388 The District does still have water sample bottles available for pick up at your convenience. Just give us a call at (315) 376-6122 to set up arrangements. We hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween.

As part of our Black River Watershed Conference Series that will be going on through October, Emily Sheridan presented Ten Years of Progress in the Black River Watershed. Copy the link and paste it in hour browser to check out our YouTube video for the recording: https://YouTube.be/70w3yVkHZag.

FISH ORDERS ARE DUE TOMORROW BY 4:00PM! Phone in last minute orders to 315-376-6122

Time to get that order in so you can stock your pond. Fish Orders are due September 24! Click here for our order form... https://lewiscountysoilandwater.com//_docs/2020FishOrderFo

Www.epa.gov/septic Follow this post to learn more about safeguarding your families’ health, protect the environment and save money. It’s EPA’s Eighth Annual SepticSmart week!