The Aldo Leopold Conservation award, sponsored by the Sand County Foundation in partnership with the Utah Farm Bureau and the Utah Cattlemen's Association, was presented to Fred, Laura, Brett, and Michelle Selman.

Through four generations, the Selmans have employed numerous conservation practices through the years, including planting windbreaks for wildlife and bird nesting; rotational grazing; planting native vegetation; developing alternate water sources to protect riparian areas; preserving water quality and quantity; and enhancing habitat for rare wildlife.

The Leopold Conservation Award is a competitive award that recognizes landowner achievement in voluntary conservation. The award consists of a crystal depiction of Aldo Leopold seated on a horse and a check for $10,000. For more information, visit www.leopoldconservationaward.org.

24th Annual Utah Conservation Field Day

The 24th annual Utah Conservatin Field Day (UCFD) will be held in Box Elder County June 18-19, 2008. The theme is "Practical Solutions to Controversial Topics."

On June 18, in conjunction with board meetings, there will be a conservation fair from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM. The fair is open to the public and admission is free. Topics include global warming; carbon credits; alternative energy; organic farming; no till farming; and sustainable communities and landscapes.

For more information, check out our brochures below, or contact Thayne Mickelson at (435) 753-6029 ext. 38.