Uintah Conservation District supports landowners and local communities by protecting soil, water, and natural resources while promoting sustainable land management in eastern Utah. Uintah Conservation District Uintah County Mission Statement "The Function of the conservation district – To take available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever their source, and focus or coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of soil, water, and related resources." Programs & Projects Get Started: The Uintah Conservation District is a non-regulatory local agency that works with landowners to help resolve their natural resource issues on their land. Please contact us if you have questions about the soil, water, and wildlife conditions on your property. No-Till Drills: A drill is available to rent from the conservation district. This drill has a three-foot planting width. The district also has a new 12-foot Esch drill available for rent. Meeting Information Second Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in the Western Park Boardroom. Meeting Date: Date: 2nd Monday, 1:00 pm Place: , Western Park Boardroom, Vernal Contact Darrell Gillman to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-722-4621 ext 127 Email: dgillman@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Board Members Bryan Bell – Chairman Jimmy Dale Slaugh – Treasure Steve Hanberg Todd Thacker Johnathen McKee Andrea Merrel - Clerk

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Leadership Programs Conservation Gallery Educational Resources Hicken Leadership Initiative Scholarship Opportunities Utah conservation districts often provide individual district scholarships to local high school seniors to attend the college or university of their choice. The UACD Auxiliary Scholarship is awarded annually to a Utah State University junior or senior demonstrating academic achievement and financial need. This scholarship fund was endowed in the USU College of Agriculture in 1994. The UACD Auxiliary Scholar Program also provides a $500-$750 scholarship to graduating seniors in each UACD zone. Check back in January 2026 for the 2025-26 school year application for your area. Contact your local conservation district for more information. Educational Resources Hicken Conservation Leadership Initiative Hicken With the generous financial support and encouragement of Claude and June Hicken in 2008, the UACD revised and expanded its efforts in continuing education for all district officials. Claude and June are former members of UACD where Claude had served as chairman of the Wasatch Conservation District and as a member of the UACD Board of Directors. June served as the UACD Auxiliary President. The goal of the Hicken Conservation Leadership initiative is to educate and increase the leadership capacity of district officials to enable them to better understand and fulfill their statutory responsibilities. It includes the following elements: Annual new supervisor conservation leadership orientation held each spring Supervisor leadership instruction through sessions at the UACD annual convention, as well as at zone meetings and monthly district meetings as time permits Leadership and related educational materials available as internet based, self-taught packages and as conventional publications Incentives that recognize progress toward and completion of the nationally recognized NACD District Official Accreditation program Scholarships to encourage attendance at regional, state and national meetings Financial assistance for the Auxiliary Scholarship Fund for students pursuing a degree in agriculture and/or conservation majors For more information about the Hicken Conservation Leadership Initiative, please contact Kristy Davis, CFO, at 435.881.7688.

Upper Sevier Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to conserve soil, water, and watershed resources while supporting sustainable land management in south-central Utah. Upper Sevier Conservation District Garfield County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 1st Monday of the month, 12:00 pm Place: Kenny Ray’s Restaurant, 80 N Main St, Panguitch, UT 84759 Contact Tyce Palmer to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-676-8189 Email: tpalmer@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.”

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Price River Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to protect soil, water, and watershed health while supporting sustainable land management in Carbon County, Utah. Price River Conservation District Carbon County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 07:00 pm Place: Place: NRCS Office, Price UT 84501 Contact Ryan Jones to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-899-1048 Email: ryanj@utah.gov You could also email: prwcdclerk@gmail.com “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Like Follow them on Facebook

2025 UACD Convention Highlights 2025 UACD Awards Connecting Conservation Award Recipient: Nathan Daugs The Connecting Conservation Award recognizes individuals whose dedication to partnerships and collaboration has strengthened conservation efforts across Utah. This year’s recipient, Nathan Daugs, Manager of the Cache Water District, exemplifies this spirit of service. Nate works tirelessly to oversee water resources and promote storage projects that ensure a reliable water supply—supporting both agricultural operations and growing urban communities while planning for Utah’s long-term water needs. 2025 UACD Awards President's Award Recipient: Bill Zanotti Selected by the UACD President, this award honors exceptional leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to UACD’s mission. This year’s recipient, Bill Zanotti, recently retired from the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands, consistently prioritized conservation districts throughout his career. Bill attended district meetings, ensured open communication between the agency and districts, and built meaningful connections that improved statewide collaboration. UACD extends sincere appreciation for Bill’s leadership, service, and the lasting impact he leaves on Utah’s conservation community. 2025 UACD Awards Bill Rigby Award Recipient: Jason Morgan, Morgan Conservation District This year’s Bill Rigby Award goes to Jason Morgan, whose lifetime of service reflects unwavering dedication to agriculture, conservation, and community. Jason manages his 4th-generation family ranch in Morgan County, established in 1952. He and his wife Rhonda run Diamond D Beef—raising Angus-cross cattle with high-quality local feed—and grow produce for local families using a high tunnel and irrigated crop ground. National Anthem Performance We were honored to have Seilala Tofu, winner of our National Anthem Contest, perform at this year’s Annual Convention. Her beautiful voice and uplifting presence set the perfect tone for our event. Thank you, Seilala, for sharing your talent with the UACD community. Dust Bowl Presentation What was Utah’s Dust Bowl, and why does it matter today? Pat Hearty breaks down the history, causes, and lasting effects of major dust events in Utah, connecting past land-use decisions to present-day conservation efforts. Photo Gallery DSC09653 DSC09693 DSC09453 Describe your image DSC09653 1/53 Conference Presentations DUST BOWL CLICK HERE ZONE 2 CLICK HERE ZONE 3 CLICK HERE ZONE 4 CLICK HERE ZONE 5 CLICK HERE ZONE 7 CLICK HERE Regional Economic Values of the Bear River CLICK HERE UTAH LANDOWNER CONSERVATION RESOURCE CLICK HERE DUSCHESNE CLICK HERE CLICK HERE

Local Government & Limited Purpose Entity Registry In this video, we’ll walk you through how to request registration for your district, a requirement that must be completed annually. Deadline: July 1st

Shrubs American Elderberry Size: 2-3' Price: $30.00 per bundle Native American Plum Size: 2-3' Price: $30.00 Shrub or tree 25-50' Zone 3. Profuse white flowers. Very hardy. Excellent for wildlife food or habitat. Chokecherry Size: 2-3' Price: $30.00 Golden Currant Size: 2-3' Price: $35.00 To 6', Zone 2. Erect shrub. Clusters of 2" long, bright, fragrant, golden-yellow flowers and colorful fruit attract birds. Native to the western U.S. Outstanding red fall color. Common Purple Lilac Size: 12-18" Price: $25.00 Serviceberry, Alleghany Size: 18-24" Price: $25.00/bundle of 10 Sumac, staghorn Size: 2-3' Price: $30.00/bundle of 10 Red Splendor Crabapple Cost: $30.00 Size: 2-3' The Red Splendor crabapple is a large, open, upright spreading crab that gets about 20' high and wide. It showcases single pink blooms, preceded by the 1/2" bright red fruit are the most persistent as it never falls off. The dark reddish-green glossy foliage is very attractive and turns reddish purple in fall. Red Osier Dogwood Size: 2-3' Price: $30.00/bundle of 10 7-10', Zone 2. Colorful all year. Grows rapidly to multi-stem shrub. Ideal for holding soil on steep banks. Dwarf Russian Almond Size: 12-24" Price: $30/bundle Seaberry Size: 10-24" Price: $30.00 These attractive plants feature bright orange clusters of berries and narrow, silvery-green leaves, and are often grown in hedgerows as ornamental shrubs. These bushes thrive with full sun in dry, sandy locations and are tolerant of salty soil and air, since they are commonly found on sea coasts. Seaberries are high in vitamins, oils, and antioxidants — ideal for making nutritious juices, jellies, sauces, and smoothies. Honeysuckle-Freedom Size: 18-24" Price: $30.00/bundle Buffalo Berry Size: 2-3' Price: $24.00/bundle

Find resources and guidance on Financial Certification to help conservation districts meet reporting requirements and maintain financial transparency. Financial Certification In this video, we guide you to the financial certification document and explain where to access it for filing. Deadline: June 29 or Dec 30 (180 days after year-end) Financial Certification Document: Financial Certification

Weber Conservation District supports landowners and communities by conserving soil, water, and natural resources while promoting sustainable land management in northern Utah. Weber Conservation District Weber County Mission Statement "The Function of the conservation district – To take available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever their source, and focus or coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of soil, water, and related resources." Programs & Projects Get Started: The Weber Conservation District is a non-regulatory local agency that works with landowners to help resolve their natural resource issues on their land. Please contact us if you have questions about the soil, water, and wildlife conditions on your property. No-Till Drills: The District also provides agricultural equipment rental services, offering two No-Till drills in 7-foot and 12-foot widths. Rental rates are available upon inquiry. RENT A NO-TILL DRILL HERE Invasive Species Program: The Weber Conservation District manages invasive species like Yellowstar Thistle, Rush Skeletonweed, and Phragmites. Yellowstar Thistle is controlled with herbicides, manual removal, and biological control research. Rush Skeletonweed is managed with selective herbicides, grazing, and competitive vegetation. Phragmites is controlled using aquatic-approved herbicides, mechanical cutting, and controlled burns. Meeting Information Meeting Date: 1st Thursday of the month, 1:00 pm (Meeting time subject to change.) Place: FSA Office 1568 N 5900 W, Ogden UT Contact Parker Wayment to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 385-405-7264 Email: pwayment@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Board Members John Degiorgio - Chair Trevor D Wayment - Supervisor Kelly Wangsgard - Supervisor Matthew M Peterson - Treasurer Ronald O Stratford - Supervisor

The UACD annual report page shares the conservation efforts throughout the year UACD Annual Reports Explore Our Work Learn more about UACD’s conservation efforts and accomplishments in the 2026 Annual Report. Explore Our Work Learn more about UACD’s conservation efforts and accomplishments in the 2025 Annual Report.