RESOURCES
Conservation Starts Here
Explore resources designed to support conservation efforts across Sweetwater County. Learn more about our local projects, annual tree sales, and grant opportunities available to our community.
Projects
Grants
Sweetwater County Conservation District Community Enhancement Grants
Do you have a great idea for a conservation project?
The Community Enhancement Grants are now available to provide opportunities for groups and organizations to serve their communities by working together on projects to enhance our natural resources and improve community awareness with a focus on natural resources. Projects that address soil erosion, water quality and quantity, vegetation resources, energy conservation, wildlife habitat, natural resource education or that beautify the natural landscape along public corridors are all eligible. The grants are open to any groups, teams, clubs, schools, partnering agencies, businesses, church groups, scout groups or other civic organizations with a sincere interest in making a difference and providing service to your community. Applications can be written for any amount up to $5,000.00. For more information on potential projects, ideas and eligible expenses visit our website for grant guidelines and applications at www.swccd.us; give us a call at the office 307–875-4995; or send us an email; admin@swccd.us – Applications are due Monday April 1, 2024.
Tree Sales
Sweetwater County Conservation District Tree Sales Program
The 2025 Seedling Application for Seedling Trees is now available. You can download the order form online. Choose the PDF file for an order form. See below for tree/shrub descriptions. You can also call the office and have one mailed to you. The deadline is on April 14, 2025. Trees will arrive by the end of April.
Below is a list of what we usually offer. Although all species listed here have been proven adaptable to northwest Wyoming conditions, each species may have limited adaptability to local soil types and conditions. While the district does everything possible to promote the survivability of the stock, no guarantees can be provided.
Bare Root Shrubs
Bare Root Trees
Potted Stock
Conservation-Grade Seedling Tree Program
The Sweetwater County Natural Resource District has offered low-cost conservation-grade seedling trees and shrubs to Sweetwater County citizens for many years. This program is to encourage the establishment of conservation tree plantings such as Windbreaks, Living Snow Fences, Erosion Control, Wildlife Habitat, Visual Screens, or Noise Barriers. Beginning in early fall, the tree order form is prepared, and trees are pre-ordered from nurseries. In the November/December newsletters, the tree order forms are sent out, the program is advertised, and we will start accepting orders in November/December through March. In May, the trees are ready to be picked up. The district also offers a variety of seedling survival aids, including fertilizer tabs, and provides information on how to properly plant and maintain tree seedling survival.
Plan Before You Plant
Proper planning will ensure that your tree planting meets your needs. The site needs to be properly prepared, the proper species selected, and the spacing and design plan. Properly planned tree planting can provide many benefits.
Public Documents
Board Meetings
*Previous Board Meeting Minutes are available by calling the Sweetwater County Conservation District Office at 307.875.4995.