The District promotes wise use and conservation of Oregon’s natural resources within Yamhill County. Yamhill SWCD provides local leadership, technical assistance, information, and improved access to state and federal cost-share assistance to make positive changes on your land.

The Vision: Provide Natural Resource Leadership

Natural Resource Concerns: Soil protection, water quality and quantity, wetland and floodplain protection, native plant and wildlife protection, land use and development, forest and woodland management.

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Download: 2008-2009 Annual Workplan

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Contact Information:
2200 SW 2nd Street
McMinnville, OR 97128
Tel.:(503)472-1474x102
Fax: (503) 472-2459
josiereid@yamhillswcd.org

History of Success - Yamhill SWCD Awards History

  • “Distinguished Oregon Conservation District Award”
    1964, 1966, 1975, 1980 (runner-up), 1985, 1991, 1999, 2002 and 2007

  • “Best Education Program”
    1991, 1994, 1995, also Pacific Region Award 1995

  • “Sponsoring Conservation Educator of the Year”
    1987, 1989, 1994

  • “Conservation Landowner of the Year” (Yamhill landowners winning statewide award)
    1979, 1992, 1995, 1996, 1999

  • Top Honors: “Annual Report Content and Presentation”
    1968, 1974, 1978, 1996, 1993 (runner-up), 1995 (runner-up), 2002

  • Oregon Association of Conservation Districts Wetlands Award
    1994

  • Certificate of Appreciation from Oregon State Attorney General
    1996 (response to flood)