The Kanabec Soil and Water Conservation District (Kanabec SWCD) is a political subdivision of the state or local government organization that serves the residents and landowners of Kanabec County, Minnesota. Kanabec SWCD is governed by an elected five-member Board of Supervisors that represent their respective Districts. Regular monthly meetings, which are open to the public, are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 2:00 PM in the Kanabec SWCD Board Room. Virtual and remote attendance options are also available. See “Governance” for more information on monthly Board of Supervisors meetings.

Our Mission

The Kanabec Soil and Water Conservation District is dedicated to promoting the wise and sustainable use of our soil, water, and related resources; to working with and empower landowners and local groups on conservation options; to working in partnership with other agencies; to educating the public; to providing technical assistance; to administering state programs; and to serving as a county-wide soil and water conservation and natural resource information and referral center.

What Do SWCD’s Do?

Our Mission:

The Kanabec Soil and Water Conservation District (Kanabec SWCD) is dedicated to:

• promoting the wise and sustainable use of our land and water related resources;
• working with and empowering land occupiers and groups in understanding conservation options;
• working in partnership with other agencies;
• educating the public on natural resources topics;
• providing technical assistance;
• administering state natural resources programs; and
• serving as a county-wide soil and water conserveration and natural resources information and referral center