Coastal Prairie Conservancy is hosting an event on June 18th, from 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm, convening the Prairie Partner Outreach Committee at the Katy Prairie Welcome Center at Indiangrass Preserve.
This group was originally formed in support of the Texas Coastal Prairie Initiative and continues to serve as a network for regional conservation partners. Our goal is to support the protection and management of prairie habitat by sharing resources, funding opportunities, and providing a space for networking and connection.
Our evening program will highlight 3 conservation partners, who will share details on what regional conservation programs are available to the public, and how these programs are striving to improve our region's natural resources and water quality. This Committee Meeting is open to anyone, so please let us know if you have other connections who may like to join us!
Agenda
1) Regional conservation funding update from CPC
2) Guest Presentations on conservation programs and resources for regional land owners & land stewards
Matthew March, County Extension Agent - Agriculture & Natural Resources, Waller County Office, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Brian Koch, Regional Watershed Coordinator, Wharton Regional Office, Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board
Harvey Laas, Chairman of the Navasota Soil and Water Conservation District (Serving Waller and Grimes County)
3) Tour the new Welcome Center and Indiangrass Preserve
4) Enjoy refreshments and networking
Partner Descriptions
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is a statewide educational agency that brings research-backed knowledge from the Texas A&M University System to local communities. It offers practical training, resources, and programs in agriculture, health, the environment, and youth development to help residents improve their daily lives
The Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) is a state agency that administers Texas' soil and water conservation law and coordinates conservation and nonpoint source water pollution abatement programs throughout the state.
Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) are independent political subdivisions of state government responsible for coordinating natural resource conservation. Operating across the state, 216 SWCDs provide technical and financial assistance to local landowners to prevent soil erosion, improve water quality, and promote sustainable agriculture