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The Cape Cod Conservation District serves the citizens of Barnstable County in helping to address the resource concerns of its soil, water and other resources. Established in 1947, as a subdivision of state government to bring USDA conservation methods to area farmers, the District currently is comprised of seven volunteer members from Barnstable County. The District Board of Supervisors works in cooperation with its federal partner, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and many federal, state and local agencies to assist local landowners solve resource problems in Barnstable County. The philosophy of the District recognizes that local citizens involved in helping to preserve and enhance their natural resources is the best solution. The District offers not only thoughtful environmental approaches to conservation, but also emphasizes education about our natural resources. The District sponsors many environmental education programs that promote wise use of soil, water and related resources. There are 14 districts in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts all serving their respective counties. |
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NEWS No Fall 2008 Plant Sale Is Scheduled - - - - - - - - - - - Cape Land and Sea Harvest [CLASH] September 25-28, 2008 CLASH is a weekend long celebration of the rich fishing heritage and abundant local foods of Cape Cod. 2008 will mark the third year of this popular and growing event. For details visit: www.capecodclash.org - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - Cape Cod Water Resource Restoration Project The Barnstable County, Massachusetts, coastal area, also known as Cape Cod, is pressured by urban development and is a popular recreation area with a high influx of tourists during the summer. Water quality is a major concern on Cape Cod, particularly as it affects the ground water aquifer, salt marshes, shellfish beds, and herring runs. Shellfish beds are often closed for extensive periods during the year because of poor water quality. Storm-water runoff is a significant source of pollutants. Barriers that interfere with the migration of fish are also a concern. The Cape Cod Water Resources Restoration Project will address these issues through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service's Small Watershed Program. The program, which targets watersheds less than 250,000 acres, presents a unique and flexible approach to area-wide water resource planning and management. The Small Watershed Program uses conservation land treatment measures to impact water quality downstream in the watershed. Interdisciplinary teams are used to emphasize comprehensive watershed planning. A partnership comprised of the Cape Cod Conservation District, Barnstable County Commissioners, the Natural Resources Conservation Service and other federal, state and local agencies, as well as all Barnstable County towns is collaborating on this project.
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Conserving land, water, forests, wildlife and related natural resources |
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CAPE COD CONSERVATION DISTRICT |
