Our Work

"I consider the soil conservation districts movement one of the most important developments in the whole history of agriculture."            

-Hugh Hammond Bennett

Our quality of life  is closely linked with the quality of natural resources. Our work is focused on protecting, improving, and enhancing natural resources and the environment.  We work cooperatively with residents and landowners through the delivery of voluntary and non-regulatory programs, initiatives, and processes, by providing sound scientific knowledge, insight, and assistance. 

Work With Us

Technical Assistance

Assistance for Natural Resource concerns - Contact us at 810.230.8766 x3 Conservation Planning - Contact us at 810.230.8766 x3 Farm Bill Programs and Practices promotion - Contact us at 810.230.8766 x3 High Tunnel (hoophouse) Assistance - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Invasive Species Management - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Produce Safety Rule (Food Safety Modernization Act) - Contact us at 810.820.2681



Manage Natural Resources

Reforestation & Afforestation projects - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Urban & Community Forestry Management - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Watershed Management projects - Contact us at 810.820.2681



Foster Environmental Stewardship

Fish Sales for pond stocking - Contact us at 810.820.2681 I Grew Up in Flint Urbanwood - Contact us at 810.820.2681 MAEAP - MI Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program - Contact us at 810.230.8766 x3 Outreach Events - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Reforestation Events - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Stormwater & Watershed Management - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Tree City U.S.A. - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Workshops - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Youth Education - Contact us at 810.820.2681



Help Create Sustainable Communities

Climate Change Adaptation promotions - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Energy Reduction promotions - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Green Infrastructure projects - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Local Food Systems support - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Recycling promotions - Contact us at 810.820.2681 Watershed Management projects - Contact us at 810.820.2681



Learn About Board Governance

Michigan's Conservation Districts are locally controlled resource management agencies with oversight by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Like other Michigan Conservation Districts, Genesee Conservation District is governed by a local, publicly-elected, five member board serving four year terms. For organizational continuity, Board Director elections are staggered. The qualifications for becoming a Board Director are to be at least 18 years of age and a resident Genesee County. Board members should have a passion for natural resources conservation. Board participation includes monthly meetings and involvement at events. The Board receives no compensation. The next Board Director public election will be held in March 2021. One 1year position will be up for election. Genesee County residents of legal age may vote at the election or by absentee ballot. An absentee ballot may be obtained in person at the District office or by phone during regular business hours.



Job Postings

Environmental/Agricultural Engineer - Genesee Conservation District is seeking an Engineer to plan and design conservation engineering practices addressing animal waste management, water management, farm resource management flood control, and wetland creation or restoration.

Education & Outreach Coordinator - Genesee Conservation District is seeking a Coordinator to deliver environmental education to youth and the general public as well as leading the implementation of the Gilkey Creek subwatershed survey project.