GOGEBIC CONSERVATION DISTRICT
  • Gogebic Conservation District
  • Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control
  • Forestry Assistance Program
    • Forest Programs
    • Referrals >
      • List Of Foresters
  • Events
  • 5-Year Survey
  • Native Plant Sale
    • Native Wildflowers
    • Native Grasses
    • Garden Kits

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.
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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 typically* held every 3rd Friday at 10 am CST at the County Natural Resources Center, 500 N. Moore St. Bessemer, Michigan.

Meeting Notice

The next board meeting will be held on April 22 at the Watersmeet Town Hall.
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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.
Gogebic County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Enforcing Agency

Current Events & Projects



Invasive Species Control

We are regularly working on controlling, treating, and providing education on common invasive species.

If you're looking for a great resource to either identify or report invasive species, check out the Midwest Invasive Species Network: 
https://www.misin.msu.edu/











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Gogebic Conservation District Freedom of Information Act Policy
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Gogebic Conservation District - 500 N. Moore Street - Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4512​
soil@gogebiccountymi.gov
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  • Gogebic Conservation District
  • Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control
  • Forestry Assistance Program
    • Forest Programs
    • Referrals >
      • List Of Foresters
  • Events
  • 5-Year Survey
  • Native Plant Sale
    • Native Wildflowers
    • Native Grasses
    • Garden Kits