Notice:

Our office is open by appointment only. We are happy to take your call at 906-285-1497 between 8:30 am and 4:30 am, CST, or email at info.gogebic.cd@gmail.com.


CALL FOR DIRECTORS!
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The Gogebic Conservation District is seeking interested persons to serve on the Gogebic Conservation District Board of Directors. The function of Conservation Districts is to assist landowners with practices to improve and/or protect their land and water resources; and manage habitat for fish, wildlife and other natural resources for present and future generations. 
The Board participates in identifying the conservation needs and desires of the citizens of the district and through resources of available natural resource programs, coordinates and manages the implementation of activities addressing those needs and desires. If interested in membership on the Gogebic Conservation District Board of Directors, please contact the District Office at 906-663-4512.
GOGEBIC CONSERVATION DISTRICT 
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
FRIDAY August 21, 2020
10 AM CST
 
CONFERENCE CALL IN-LIEU OF IN-PERSON MEETINGS AS A RESULT OF COVID-19
This meeting is open to the public with two-way communication, as permitted by Michigan Executive Order 2020-129 (Covid-19)*
 
To join the call, first dial: 1 (872) 240-3212
When prompted, enter the access code: 610 729 709
 
You can additionally connect to the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone:
https://www.gotomeet.me/GogebicCD
Additional meeting materials may be found at gogebiccd.org
 Members of the public may provide input or ask questions on meeting business by sending an email to info.gogebic.cd@gmail.com prior to the start of the meeting, or call 906-285-1497  
A public comment period will be held if you wish to speak. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes. If members of the public wish to communicate with a  Board member please call 906-285-1497 to get in contact. 
 

About Gogebic Conservation District

Gogebic Conservation District is one of Michigan's 78 Conservation Districts.  We are providers of natural resource management services and information.  Our goal is simple: To help local citizens manage their lands and preserve our environment for a clean, healthier, economically stronger Michigan.

History

Conservation Districts were formed during the dust bowl years.  At one time we were referred to as The Soil Conservation District.  That has since changed to reflect our total environmental conservation goals.

Our Mission

Mission:  To encourage the wise use of our natural resources through promotion and education.

Vision:  We will protect, conserve and encourage the use of our natural resources in a responsible manner.

Join us

The Gogebic Conservation District monthly board meetings are held every 3rd Friday at 10 am CST at the County Natural Resources Center, 500 N. Moore St. Bessemer, Michigan.

Meeting Schedule
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We are also the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Agent for gogebic county

If you are planning on building or doing any sort of earthwork in the county, you may require a permit.
​For forms and applications regarding SESC permits in Gogebic County, use the button below.

Current Projects

Download our 2018 Annual Report (below).

Native Shrubs for Wildlife and Multi-Story Cropping: Click on the link to the right to download the full PDF version. The guide contains 13 species, photos, general descriptions of each shrub, a section on how to cultivate, importance to wildlife, and interesting fun facts on each species. 
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Invasive Species Control

Stay informed on current invasive species in the Northwoods region. It is up to all of us to prevent the spread of these hostile plants.












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Gogebic Conservation District - 500 N. Moore Street - Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4512​
info.gogebic.cd@gmail.com