Orleans County NRCD
The Orleans County Natural Resource Conservation District (OCNRCD) was established in 1946 as a non-regulatory organization led by local landowners. We strive to protect natural resources by seeking solutions to local environmental concerns and providing resources to address them.
Our current focus is to support Orleans County communities and landowners in their efforts to improve water quality issues. Our extensive partnerships with state, federal and local organizations enable us to coordinate resources locally to support conservation land use practices.
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Our Annual PLANT SALE is CLOSED.
please go to: www.orleanscountynrcd.org to learn more about pick day details.
SEEKING NEW BOARD SUPERVISORS!
The Orleans County Conservation District seeks new board members (called supervisors). Landowners residing in Orleans County with a strong interest in agriculture, community engagement, and soil and water conservation are encouraged to inquire.
Orleans county farmers doing good conservation work
The Farm at Wheeler Mountain — owned and operated by Orleans County NRCD board chair, Joanna Lidback — has been focusing on conservation efforts since 2017. They have been implementing BMPs with assistance from OCNRCD staff and with technical and financial support through the USDA NRCS Memphremagog RCPP program. Check out the farms accomplishments in this one pager.
Water Quality Reports & Resources
- VTDEC Lake Memphremagog Basin Plan – September 2023
- Lake Memphremagog Water Quality Reports
- Watch this YouTube video on Vermont’s Tactical Basin Planning Initiative – Past, Present, and Future
Connect with us on Social Media
Mission Statement
Protect and enhance the soils and waters of Orleans County by providing leadership, education and services for implementation of sound land stewardship practices.
Contact us:
59 Waterfront Plaza
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-6090 x 7008
sarah.damsell@vt.nacdnet.net
Upcoming Events:
Saturday April 27th 9-12:00: Volunteer tree planting in Greensboro.
Saturday May 4th 9-12:00: Plant Sale Pick Up Day and Conservation Fair.
Quarterly Newsletter
Get the latest news and learn how Orleans County NRCD is conserving natural resources in Vermont. To sign up and view past newsletter, click here.
Conservation Success Stories!
Orleans County NRCD highlights local farmers who reduced their nonpoint source pollution by installing best management practices that have measured phosphorous runoff reductions in Orleans County watersheds!
Click here to read the Jones Farm conservation practice adoption success story.
Click here to read the Morin Farm over 85% phosphorus reduction success story.
Click here to read the McCormick Farm 50% phosphorus reduction success story.
I don’t think people realize the effect that these projects can have on the environment.”