mason-lake conservation district annual report calendar 2013

Mason - LakeConservation DistriCt2013 annuaL reportCaLenDar 2013

Ludington Daily NewsFebruary 2, 2013

BRAD ReeD / www.toddandbradreed.com

MissionThe mission of the Mason-Lake Conservation District is to provide leadership, technical assistance and education to aid individuals, groups and units of government conserve, improve, and sustain our natural resources and environment.

new aDMinistrator/Maeap teChniCian

2012 aCCoMpLishMentsThe Mason-Lake Conservation District/USDA Natural Conservation Service Office provided natural resource-related technical assistance to more than 1,670 walk-in, call-in customers. The executive director gave educational presentations to 436 students and 488 adults, provided on-site assistance to 31 customers and wrote 7 vegetative removal plans.

The conservation district sold 20,461 tree seedlings to 199 customers; 2,260 beachgrass plugs to 14 customers and 459 native wildflower plants to 47 customers. The district’s John Deere no-till drill was used to plant 573 acres of crops including: grasses, alfalfa, soybeans, and wheat into the previous year’s crop residue. This practice helps keep valuable top soil in place and reduces sedimentation to surface waters.

Lynda Herremans, who accomplished most of the above tasks, has moved on to a position with the Oceana Conservation District as a MAEAP Technician at the end of this last fiscal year. She was here at the district for 26 years and we will miss her hard work and community dedication.

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Mason-Lake Conservation DistriCt

Jordan DeVries is the newest member of the Mason-Lake Conservation District, serving as both District Administrator and part time MAEAP Water Stewardship Technician. Jordan specialized in aquatic ecology in

college, but soon after took a right-turn into the world of commercial composting; working with stream bank restoration, surface and groundwater management and sustainable agriculture among other projects. He then came to Mason County to work for The Nature Conservancy and later Arbre Farms. Now that he’s

with the Conservation District, Jordan is excited to be able to extend his knowledge and experiences to conservation-minded individuals in Mason and Lake Counties by creating dedicated relationships with many educators, growers, and resource managers in our area – both experienced and newly starting out like himself. Jordan hopes to grow our voluntary land-use reporting programs, native plant & tree sales, and seek business development grants to further the District’s goals to improve and sustain our natural resources and environment.

www.mason-lakeconservation.orghttp://www.facebook.com/MasonlakeCD

655 N. Scottville Rd., Scottville, MI 49454 • Phone (231) 757-3708 x3 • Fax 231-757-4133

Mason-Lake Conservation DistriCtprofit & Loss, oCt. 2011 through sept. 2012

tree of 2013paper BirChThe Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) is also called the White Birch or Canoe Birch, referring to the white bark that American Indians used to construct canoes, and baskets. This opportunistic tree is a good understory colonizer and stabilizer of moist soils around stream margins.

DiD you know? Like the Polar Bear, Paper Birch are adapted to cold and snowy weather – their bark is waterproof to withstand deep snowdrifts; the future distribution of these trees is also potentially affected by climate change, according to the US Forest Service http://nrs.fs.fed.us/atlas/trees.

Book DeaL!

BoarD of DireCtors (from left) eMpLoyeesJordan DeVries – Administrator/MAEAP Technician Murray Stall – MAEAP TechnicianPat Fricke – Administrative AssistantSeth Earl - NRCS District ConservationistKen Chaltry - NRCS Farm Bill Specialist

Bob Ohse – TreasurerSarah Slater – Board ChairPaul Bigford – Vice Chair

Tom Stakenas – DirectorMichelle DeKuiper – Secretary

Find books recommended by the Mason-Lake Conservation District on the Calendar: They will be 20% off their regular price during that month. Get your books at the M-LCD office: 655 N. Scottville Rd. Scottville.

Income Oct ‘11 - Sep 12State Grants ............................................................................................. 56,846.79Local Contribution & Grants .................................................................... 18,350.00Charges for Sales & Services ................................................................... 30,360.30Interest & Rental Control .......................................................................... 5,144.93Other Revenue Control ............................................................................ 10,683.12MiCorps Grant ............................................................................................ 1,289.98Total Income ..................................................................................... 122,675.12

Cost of Goods SoldCost of Goods Sold .................................................................................... 1,579.72Total COGS ................................................................................................. 1,579.72Gross Profit ....................................................................................... 121,095.40

Expense Operations Grant Exp. ............................................................................. 66,418.97MAEAP Expense Contol .......................................................................... 63,250.00MiCorps Expense .......................................................................................... 336.68Residential Expense.......................................................................................... 0.00Total Expense ................................................................................... 130,005.65Net Income .......................................................................................... -8,910.25

subject to audit finalization

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CoVER PHoTo: “Fish-Eye View” by Brad Reed, June 19th, 2012 from the book Tuesdays with Todd and Brad Reed, available at www.toddandbradreed.com

annuaL MeetingMason-Lake Conservation District’s Annual Meeting is a seventy-year tradition in our service area, with the primary purpose of electing vacant Board of Directors position(s) from the community and providing openness regarding the District’s accomplishments, priorities, and finances as a locally supported unit of government.

When: Thursday, February 28, 2013 @ 6:00 pmWhere: Mason County Reformed Church on the corner of US-10 & Amber Rd. just west of Scottville. What’s for dinner: Baked Ham, Baked Chicken, Potatoes, Salad, Rolls, Drinks and Dessert.Guest Speaker: Matt Miller, executive director of the Human Nature School will be speaking about wilderness and survival skills. He is a native of the Traverse City area and a graduate of the Wilderness Awareness School. Matt takes great pleasure in sharing his love for the natural world with others.The program: following dinner we will also include a short staff presentations about 2012 activities and plans for 2013. The evening will conclude with an award presentation, the director’s election and door prizes. Please join us!Tickets: for dinner are $12.00 and are available by contacting the District Office- 757-3708 x3 or any of the directors, you can also pay at the door. Please RSVP by Monday, Feb. 22nd even if you plan on paying at the door so an accurate count can be made for dinner!

aBout huMan nature sChooL “Our mission is to foster a deep connection to and awareness of the natural world, ourselves, and each other.”

“Through teaching and practicing wilderness awareness and primitive living skills, we support others of all ages in awakening their innate ability to thrive in the natural world; to see and feel as one who is native to their place. In building strong relationships between people and nature, we work to restore the health of our human communities. Our goal is to one day live within a nature-centered culture full of healthy, joyful people… upon a healthy, bountiful Earth.”

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Annual Meeting, Mason CountyReformed Church6:00 - 9:00 pm

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MAEAP Phase I Mtg. Hart United Methodist Church9am - noon

BoardMeeting12:00 pm

tree of the Month: sugar MapLeThe Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is well-known as the source for maple syrup, requiring about 40 gallons of sap to make a single gallon of syrup. Its preference for rich moist soils produces a hard wood used for furniture, flooring & cabinets.DiD you know? Sugar Maples are the most ‘sporty’ tree: their wood is used in basketball courts, baseball bats, hockey sticks, bowling alleys and pins – even skateboard decks!

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• Substitute no-till for drainage!• Try to use less Herbicides and

Fertilizers• Use on poorly trained or

compacted soils without addressing water management

• Chop, disc, chisel, plow or disturb old crop residues before no-till planting.

• Do not go over 5 m.p.h.

• Select fields that are fertile well drained and relatively weed free.• Use insecticides and herbicides as recommended and at appropriate rates,

in a timely manner.• Fertilize and lime according to soil test.• Plant seed varieties that are recommended for no-tills.• Monitor fields after planting for possible insect damage.• If necessary apply additional herbicide on escape weeds.• Wait until soil warms up (50-55 degrees) before planting.• Use higher seedling rates.• Plan your fertilizer program in advance, especially how to apply nitrogen.

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no-tiLL DriLLThe No-Till Drill allows growers to plant seeds without plowing the soil and exposing organic matter to the surface – This conserves crop residues and biologically rich soil layers, which hold nutrients and moisture for crops to use during the growing season.

• In 1985, the Mason–Lake Conservation District purchased its first No-till Drill that farmers used to plant wildlife forage plots and small grains on over 7,000 acres.

• A new John Deere Drill No-Till drill was purchased in 2000, which has planted over 5,900 acres of soybeans, alfalfa, small grains and wildlife plots.

• The No-till Drill is available for rental at the rate of $10 an acre for a minimum of 5 acres - or $50 per use. To inquire about rental, call the M-LCD 231-757-3708 ext. 3.

march 2013


Daylight Savings Begins @ 2am

St. Patrick’s Day First Day of Spring

Palm Sunday Maundy Thursday Good Friday Holy Saturday

Easter


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tree of the Month: eastern white pine

CD Monthly Board Meeting USDA Service Center @ noon

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The State Tree of Michigan, Pinus Strobus, formed the backbone of the early lumber industry. Did You Know? The Colonists cut down white pines on the East Coast to prevent their use as ship masts by the Royal Navy.






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The Mason-Lake Conservation District spring tree seedling sale will be held on Friday, April 19th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, April 20th from 9:00 am to noon at the Mason County Fairgrounds.

annuaL spring tree seeDLing saLe — Mason Co. fairgrounDs apriL 19 & 20

For best selection, it is best to pre-order. Spring Tree Sale order forms and tree planting guides are available at the end of this calendar, or if you wish to email an order to us, download one from our web site: www.mason-lakeconservationdistrict.org. Pre-ordered trees will be available for pick-up and a variety of conifer and hardwood seedlings, shrubs, wildflower seed will be available for sale to walk-ins. Tree sales help support technical and educational services in natural resource conservation provided to landowners, residents and students of Mason County and the west half of Lake County. Last year the conservation district sold 20,461 tree seedlings to 199 customers!


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April Fool’s Day

Spring Tree Order Deadline

Tree Sale @ Mason County Fairgrounds9-5

Tree Sale @ Mason County Fairgrounds 9-12

Federal & State Tax Day

Earth Day

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28 29 30 tree of theMonth: white oakWhite Oak, Quercus alba, produces lots of acorns for wildlife Did you know? The inner bark can be used as an antiseptic.







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This year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District Native Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, June 14th from 10:00 to 2:00. Examples of plants available are butterfly weed, New England aster, wild lupine, trillium and many other hard-to-find native flowers, ferns and grasses. For best selection, it is best to pre-order, though some extra plants will be available on the day of the sale. Order forms will be available for download from our web site: www.masonlakeconservationdistrict. org. In 2012 we sold 459 plants and 7 flats to 47 customers. Native plants look great in any yard or landscape and are more tolerant of Michigan conditions - including frost, drought, diseases, pests and weeds.

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This May, get your private pond ready for summer with our Pond Start-up Day: We will be partnering with Harrietta Hills Trout Farm to fill orders for rainbow trout, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, channel catfish, yellow perch and bighead minnows and aquatic vegetation for improving fish habitat. There is a minimum order of 25 fish for each species requested. Additionally, the Mason-Lake Conservation District and our friends will be providing pond start-up training and staff will be available to answer your questions on pond management including water quality, fish ecology, invasive species identification and aquatic plant selection. Butterfly Weed Trillium Purple Coneflower New England Aster

Native plants are great for any landscape and are more tolerant to our weather conditions here in Michigan. Also they are more

resistant to pests and drought conditions.


MAY 2013

National Day of Prayer

Cinco De Mayo Ascension Day

Mother’s Day

Pentecost

Memorial Day

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tree of the Month: BLaCk Cherry

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outstanDing Conservationist noMineeswill be voted on & announced during the 71st Annual Meeting: Feb. 28th Mason County Reformed Church

kisTlERCREsT faRms, owned and operated by Ron and Sue Kistler, is located in Summit Twp. on South Pere Marquette Hwy. The Kistlers operate their 180-acre orchard raising sweet and sour cherries and apples. Ron and Sue have been longtime supporters of the Mason-Lake Conservation District and through the years have adopted numerous conservation practices in their orchards. Ron has worked most of his adult years in the orchard business and took over Kistlercrest orchards in 1983. Conservation practices that have been adopted on their farm include grassed waterways, field windbreaks,

sediment basins, orchard floor cover, plugging abandoned wells, proper pesticide storage facilities, pesticide and fertilizer mix/load pad, pest and nutrient management plans and integrated pest management. Sue Kistler manages a farm market at their residence on South Pere Marquette Hwy. Ron and his father Dan tap 7,000 trees each year which produce 1,500 to 2,000 gallons of pure maple syrup annually. The Kistlers also make sugar candies from the syrup they produce and market them at their home all year long. Ron Kistler attended Ludington H.S., graduating in 1974. He graduated from Michigan State University in 1978. Ron is a member of Mason County.Farm Bureau, Pomsters, Michigan Maple Syrup Association, Ludington. & Scottville Chamber of Commerce and is a board member of Indian Summer Co-op.

JEff PaTulski and his wife Connie operate Freeman Creek Equipment, which is located on U.S. 31 Hwy., Free Soil, MI. He also farms roughly 400 acres of corn, soybeans and wheat. He does a large amount of custom harvest work for local farmers. Jeff has implemented many conservation activities on his operation that include Agri-chemical Handling Facility, cover crops and drift reducing spray nozzles. He has long supported conservation district activities by storing the no-till drill and assisting in the maintenance of the drill. He is enrolled in the Conservation Stewardship program, Conservation Security Program and has been an active within the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. He recently became MAEAP verified in the Farmstead and Cropping systems. He has been active member in the Pheasants Forever program in Mason County. He currently serves as the chairman of the Grant Township Planning Commission. Jeff is also the coach of the Manistee co-op hockey team.

JUNE 2013

Father’s Day First Day of Summer

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tree of theMonth:saskatoonserviCeBerry

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This Juneberry shrub, Amelanchier alnifolia, is common in the upper Midwest and Canada and is known for its berries that have a similar flavor to blueberries but can grow in less acidic soils. Did you know? The abundant high-nutrition fruit helped Native Americans migrate onto the plains - it was easily dried, stored & carried as pemmican.

Flag Day

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Pere Marquette Paddle Down-River Cleanup: starts 9:00 @ Riverside Park

Maeap farM tourThis year’s Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) Farm Tour will take place in Early August at a Farm (TBD) in Mason County. Come join staff from the Mason-Lake Conservation District and Natural Resource Conservation Service to learn about this voluntary farm practice reporting program and the steps involved in becoming MAEAP verified. Please contact us at (231) 757-3708 ext. 3 for details on this year’s Farm Tour if you are interested in attending.

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outstanDing Conservationist noMineeswill be voted on & announced during the 71st Annual Meeting: Feb. 28th Mason County Reformed Church

sPRinGDalE faRms — Fifth generation agriculturalists Ron and Bill Schwass of Springdale Farms blend modern agriculture with stewardship of land and water resources. As society has changed through the years, Bill and Ron have adapted and focused on the diversification of their farm to remain productive and profitable. Ron and Bill have

focused on creating niche markets for their traditional cash crop and sustainable vegetable operation. In the early 1920s Springdale Farms was named with the formation of a silver fox farm. In the late 1930s in an effort to diversify the farm, they incorporated a registered Guernsey dairy herd into the farming operation until dairy was phased out in 1990. Regardless

of the size of the operation, they have maintained their focus on environmental stewardship. Springdale Farms has held many educational workshops and farm tours. Bill and Ron’s grandfather served on one of the first Conservation District boards and that trend continued as Ron has served on the Mason County Farm Bureau board. They have worked

hard to implement an agri-chemical handling facility, grassed waterways, grade stabilization structures and irrigation uniformity. They have been actively involved with the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Security Program (CSP) and the Household Hazardous Waste and Agricultural Clean Sweep Program.

nitrate sCreening DayOn Tuesday, July 9th, collect and bring in your well water for Nitrate Screening at the Mason-Lake Conservation District Office.

2012 Farm Tour @ Springdale Farms

JULY 2013

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Book of the Month Weekend Canoeing in Michigan $18.95

tree of the Month:white CeDarWhite cedar, Thuja Occidentalis, is good winter deer forage. Did you know? Its leaves can disinfect & relieve headache.

Independence Day

Mason-Lake Conservation District Nitrate Screening Day

Gillison’s at Mason County Fair July 23 - 27, 2013







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everyBoDy’s pitChing in!Mason County Household Hazardous Waste Clean-up Day:August 17th, 10 am - 2 pm

Prescription Medication, automobile fluids, diesel & gasoline,

ink jet cartridges, digital devices, non-latex paint, chemical cleaners,

lawn & garden products, adhesives and resins, fluorescent light bulbs,

mercury thermostats & thermometers, pool chemicals, household &

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what not to Bring: Tires, latex paint, ammunition or

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AUGUST 2013

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Tasting and Touring Michigan’s Homegrown Food: A culinary roadtripJaye Beeler $29.95

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Mason-Lake CD Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day & Clean Sweep9 am to 2 pm

tree of the Month:nanking Cherry

Prunus tomentosa, produces dense white blossoms in early spring and a edible fruit in late June. Did you know? It produces up to 10 lb. of fruit per plant, used in wine

Prunus tomentosa, produces dense white blossoms in early spring and an edible fruit in late June. Did you know? It produces up to 10 lb. of fruit per plant, used in wine and jams plant 2 for cross pollination!

Gillison’s at Oceana County Fair August 21, 22, 23, 24







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Mason-Lake Conservation DistriCt CoastaL CLeanup Day – sept. 21Every year a few district directors, staff and other interested volunteers help out with the International Coastal Cleanup in September by walking the section of beach between the Big Sable Point Lighthouse and the Ludington State Park Beach to help maintain this pristine stretch of coastline for fall visitors. Help us make this event a success by volunteering at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 21 at the Ludington State Park Beach House – rides to the Big Sable Point Lighthouse will be provided by Ludington State Park Staff! Contact the Mason-Lake Conservation District if you are interested in volunteering.www.facebook.com/MasonLakeCD.

MiDwest BeaChgrass heaDquartersThe Mason-Lake Conservation District has been Michigan’s source for beachgrass transplants since 1944! We sell bundles of 500 beachgrass culms from our inspected planting sites for $60.00 + delivery (if shipped) in April-May and September-October, depend-ing on weather, when the plants are dormant and ready for harvesting. Plant beachgrass for worry-free & drought tolerant landscaping or stick with its original use as a sand stabilizer to prevent erosion or wind-scarring of fruits & vegetables. Last yearwe sold 22,260 beachgrass culms to 14 customers!

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SEPTEMBER 2013

Labor Day

Patriot Day

First Day of Autumn

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American Hazelnut

tree of the Month:aMeriCan hazeLnutThis shrub, Corylus americana, is in the birch family and will sometimes resemble a small tree; its edible nuts become ripe in late September. Did you know? The inner bark can be applied to skin to treat sunburn.

Book of the MonthTrees of Michigan Field Guide $12.95

Wildflowers of Michigan Field Guide $16.95

Mason-Lake CD Fall Tree Sale,9 am to 5 pm

Coastal Cleanup Day at LudingtonState Park 9 am- meet at beach house







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Producers in Mason County will have access to several programs this year as part of our promotion of water stewardship. MAEAP assessment is available to farms of all sizes and all commodities and is a voluntary and confidential program. To become MAEAP verified, producers must complete three steps: 1) attend educational seminars; 2) conduct an on-farm risk

assessment; 3) development and implementation of a risk assessment action plan addressing potential environmental risks. The Michigan Dept. of Agriculture then conducts on-farm verification of voluntary compliance with the risk assessment.

Farms that are MAEAP verified can display signs announcing their MAEAP compliance. MAEAP verifications are valid for three years and are renewable. Owners and operators of MAEAP-verified farms are not subject to civil fines for discharges into waterways if they act promptly to correct the condition and report the situation to the Michigan DEQ within 24 hours; however, producers will still be liable for clean-up costs.

safe fooD*a*syst prograMAgain in 2013 the safe food program assessment will be available in Mason County. This program is designed for producers whosell their products at farm markets, hospitals, restaurants, etc. and are not required to be GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) verified. It is a voluntary and confidential food safety program for small, direct-market fruit and vegetable growers. The assessment addresses all phases of food safety issues involved from planting the crop to harvest and sale of the fruit or vegetable. After completing the risk assessment and implementing items identified in the food safety action plan a producer with an 80% conformance will receive a Safe Food Certificate. Many grocery chains and institutional produce buyers want of know their suppliers have completed a safe food audit.

water use reporting

Producers who have a well or combination of wells being used for agricultural production that have the capacity of pumping 70 gpm (gallons per minute) are required to report use to the State of Michigan. In past years the water use reports were done by mail from forms farmers received from MDA. The 2012 reporting year is due April 1st and must be done on-line from your computer. Also any new large water withdrawals must use the on-line water withdrawal tool. The MAEAP technicians in Mason-Lake, Manistee and Oceana Counties are planning a MAEAP Phase 1 meeting for February 12 that will address the water use reporting program and large water withdrawals. Producers may bring their water use records to this meeting and technicians will assist them in entering the data on computers that will satisfy the State of Michigan requirements. Call the office at (231) 757-3708 x 3 for more details.

OCTOBER 2013

Columbus Day

Halloween

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Book of the Month Lake Michigan’s Rock Picker’s Guide $15.95

tree of the Month:BLaCk waLnutThis tree, Juglans nigra, produces a quality heartwood used for furniture & flooring. Did you know? Walnut skin contains a toxin that harms other plants - it was used by settlers as hair dye!







Custom Beef & Pork Processing Available

SANDERS MEATS237 S. Main, Custer 757-4768 • 1-800-968-5035

Serving the area since 1925Sanders salutes area farmers and wishes them a

prosperous season and continued success

Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Sat. 8 a.m-12 noon

You can put your trust in Sanders!

The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) was founded in 1935 in response to the “Dust Bowl”. SCS was designed to be a technical service driven agency that

worked to eliminate soil erosion on agricultural operations across the country. The 1920s was the height of westward expansion. It was a time of prosperity and as settlers moved west they began what is known as the “Great Plow-

up”. Propaganda and stories of corn ears as big as a wagon spread like wildfire across the country. Gentleman farmers flocked to areas that stretched from North Dakota to Texas to try their hand at farming. Over 98% of our grasslands were converted to agriculture.

The prosperity of the 1920s quickly gave away to a severe drought in the 1930s. Once prosperous land

dried up and became a barren landscape. As our country slumped into depression, windstorms swept across the Great Plains creating “Black Blizzards”; or dust storms so severe it turned day into night. The Dust Bowl was popularized by many songs and books, such as the “Grapes of Wrath”.

According to legend. Hugh Hammond Bennett lobbied to congress in April of 1935 about the need of an agency specifically designed to fight soil erosion. His plea went late into the day and he would not let congress out of session. Prior to talking to congress, Bennett had received word of a massive dust storm sweeping east from the Great Plains and as the storm arrived in Washington he instructed congress to look out the windows as the sky blackened. Reports of “Black Sunday” filled newspapers and ultimately congress voted to organize the Soil Conservation Service. Mr. Bennett was named SCS’s first director.

In 1994 SCS was renamed the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The renaming was to reflect our broader mission of improving, protecting, and conserving our natural resources. NRCS is still the world’s premier soil erosion prevention agency.

However, in recent years the agency has morphed into the only non-regulatory cost-share assistance-driven agency. The agency’s mission to “Help People Help the Land” has rung true as the popularity of our programs is higher than ever.

In 2012 the Scottville service center contracted $705,537.58 in new program dollars. That resulted in 19 new contracts within the Environmental Quality Incentives, Wildlife Habitat Incentives, and Conservation Stewardship Programs. The anticipation of a new Farm Bill will ultimately shape the future of our agency and what programs are offered at the local level. The Conservation Delivery Streamlining Initiative (CDSI) is expected to be released in 2013 with the hopes that local field staff will be spending up to 90% of their time in the field helping address conservation-related issues.

nrCs annuaL report

Seth EarlNRCS District Conservationist

NOVEMBER 2013

All Saints Day

Daylight Savings Time Ends

Veteran’s Day

Thanksgiving Day


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Book of the Month Woodworking for Wildlife, $16.95

tree of the Month: aMeriCan LarChAlso known as tamarack, Larix laricina, is recognized by needles that turn yellow in the fall and drop before winter; it grows well in open areas and is known for being one of the first trees to invade receding bodies of water. Did you know? Needles that fall into large lakes can form ‘Larch Balls’ through recurring wave action.







Ray Keith and wife, Audrey, reside at their farm in Victory Township on Fountain Road. Ray has lived on the farm his entire life and became the owner and operator in 1974. The 730-acre Keith farm was a dairy enterprise for many years until the cows were sold in 1999. At that time the farm was converted to a cash crop operation, raising commodities of corn, soybeans, wheat, oats and alfalfa. Some of the corn and oats are marketed at the farmstead year-around. Throughout his years of farming Ray has implemented numerous conservation practices and always strives to be a good steward of the land and to protect the environment. Grassed waterways, erosion control structures, tile drainage, no-till, conservation tillage, cover crops, and tree planting are some of the practices installed and used on the farm. Ray Keith is a former director

of the Mason-Lake Conservation District, having served on the board for 12 years. Ray and Audrey have supported the Conservation District and many of its activities and programs. The Keiths have been married 43 years and have a son who teaches school in Norway, MI, and a daughter who is a corporate secretary living in Royal Oak, MI. Ray graduated from Mason County Central In 1960, attended Michigan State University for a year. He is member of Mason County Farm Bureau. Audrey served on the Victory Township Board for 20 years.

The Mason-Lake Conservation Board of Directors, District and NRCS staff congratulate the Keiths for this well deserved recognition and thank them for their present and future support of District programs and activities.

LegaCy awarD inDuCtee: ray keith

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december 2013

First Sunday of Advent Pearl Harbor Remembrance

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January 2014

Book of theMonth Fish of Michigan (waterproof) $13.95

tree of the Month:white spruCeThis tree, Picea glauca, is native to Northern Michigan and produces a light but strong wood due to its thick sap. Did you know? Native Americans used this tree’s roots and sap to bind Birch Canoes

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THE HEAVYWEIGHTS

MiCheLLe Dekuiper Mason-Lake ConservationDistriCt DireCtor 2004-2013

Lynda Herremans left her job as Mason-Lake Conservation District (M-LCD) Executive Director to take on the full-time position as MAEAP Technician for the Oceana Conservation District this past October. Herremans had worked for the M-LCD in various capacities for the past 26

Michelle DeKuiper was first introduced to the Conservation District through the AmeriCorps program where she worked for two years as an AmeriCorps member doing groundwater education. After those two years were finished, the Oceana and the Mason-Lake Conservation District hired Michelle to do more of an environmental education program, which also included marketing and grant writing. In 2004 she took a job with Michigan State University Extension, though a position on the Mason-Lake Conservation District’s board became available and she was elected to serve the district once again. Michelle served on the board for the past 8 years and sincerely enjoyed serving the District during that timeframe. For most of those years, she was Board of Directors Secretary and helped the Executive Director by taking and sending out the minutes from Board meetings. Michelle was involved with every tree sale for those 8 years — even taking vacation days from her MSU Extension job in order to help wrap trees! She also helped out with the District’s native plant sales, annual meetings, beach cleanups and even picked beachgrass a time or two. For the past three years, Michelle served on the Household Hazardous Waste Committee, of which Conservation District’s play a large role. It’s been incredible seeing how much and what sorts of things the committee has helped to get cleaned up and protected from Mason County’s groundwater supply. She now has two young children at home and has taken on a larger focus on MSUE programming; therefore Michelle is taking a break from serving on the District’s Board but looks forward to once again having the time to give to the Conservation District.

LynDa herreMans Mason-Lake ConservationDistriCt exeCutive DireCtor 1986-2012

years, beginning her tenure as a Conservation Technician for many years. Administration duties for the M-LCD as well as the West Central Groundwater Stewardship Program were added to her technical duties during the mid ‘90s.

Some of the M-LCD Programs that were started during Herremans tenure of which she is most proud include Mason County Cooperative Integrated Pest Management Program, Annual Native Plant Sales, a local Pheasants Forever Chapter, Groundwater Stewardship and the AmeriCorps Programs and the Clean Sweep/Household Hazardous Waste Program. Other highlights of her career include working with NRCS District Conservationist Fred Kirchner on streambank stabilization projects for the Pere Marquette and Big Sable River partnerships, providing assistance to landowners for purchasing and planting trees and beachgrass and making presentations to thousands of children and adults about subjects such as groundwater, trees, wildlife, native plants, natural shorelines, erosion control and soils. According to Herremans, “All these programs were made possible by the many partnerships, directors, employees and most importantly the residents of Mason and Lake County that I have had the privilege to work with. I am grateful for the opportunities I had to do my part to conserve our natural resources.”

january 2014

New Year’s Day

Epiphany

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday

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Book of the Month Animal Tracks of the Midwest $14.95

tree of the Month: ROSELOW CRABAPPLE (SARGENT)This Shrub, Malus sargenti, has dense branches that make it an excellent wind-break though it is more often appreciated for its prolific white flowers in mid-to-late May. Did you know? This shrub is useful for pairing with fruit trees as an alternative forage for deer who prefer its small and more easily accessible fruit.








spring tree saLe | 2013

seeDLing pLanting guiDe

Mason-Lake Conservation DistriCt655 N. Scottville Rd.Scottville, MI 49454(231) 757-3708 x3mason-lakeconservation.org

2013Spring Tree Order Form


Turn over for the rest of the order form

Office Use OnlyOrder #______________Date Rec'd____________Ck#______/CA/V/MC/D

Balance______________

CONIFERS SIZE 10 50 100 1000 QTY. COSTRed Pine (3-0) 6"-12" $25 $36 $200White Pine (3-0) 8"-14" $25 $40 $210Blue Spruce (2-0) 6"-12" $24 $35 $175Norway Spruce (2-0) 6"-12" $24 $35 $175White Spruce (2-0) 6"-12" $24 $35 $175White Cedar (4-0) 12"-24" $13 $45 $83American Larch (3-0) 18"-24" $8 $30 $65

(500 trees of same variety at 1/2 the 1000 rate)

TRANSPLANTS SIZE 10 50 100 QTY COSTWhite Pine (2-2) 24"-36" $20 $60 $100Blue Spruce (2-2) 15"-24" $25 $80 $140Norway Spruce (2-2) 15"-24" $25 $80 $140White Spruce (2-2) 15"-24" $25 $80 $140

DECIDUOUS SIZE 10 25 50 100 QTY COST*Black Cherry 2'-3' $14 $31 $54 $92Black Walnut 12"-24" $10 $21 $37 $65Sugar Maple 12"-18" $20 $44 $78 $135Native Paper Birch 8"-15" $13 $29 $50 $84White Oak 8"-14" $13 $29 $50 $84Hybrid "Carolina" Poplar 4'-6' $20 $45 $80 $140

SHRUBS SIZE 10 25 50 100 QTY COSTHighbush Cranberry 12"-24" $9 $21 $38 $68Red-osier Dogwood 6"-12" $6 $10 $18 $30Ninebark 10"-20" $8 $15 $26 $60*Roselow Crabapple (Sargent) 1'-2' $11 $25 $46 $84American Hazelnut 18"-24" $11 $25 $46 $84Nanking Cherry 1'-2' $12 $27 $50 $92Rosa Rugosa 1'-2' $12 $27 $50 $92Butterfly Bush rootLilac Bush root

SMALL FRUIT & VEGETABLES SIZE QTY COSTStrawberries-Albion EverbearingSaskatoon Serviceberry 1'-2'Asparagus Crown - Jersey Giant

Phone: (231-757-3708 x3)

PRICE

Orders will be filled on a first-come basis, based on time of order NOT on time of pick-up.

5/$5 or 10/$8NOTE: BOLDED SPECIES DENOTE NATIVE SPECIES

If you need help with selection of tree species and/or quantities, or you don't see a native species you want, give us a call!

mason-lakeconservation.org

____________ZIP:_______________

TREE ORDER DEADLINE-April 1st. Call for availability after this date! Order Early for best selection. PICK-UP will be Fri., April 19 (9-5), Sat., April 20 (9-noon) at Mason Co. Fairgrounds

THE DISTRICT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SEEDLINGS AFTER PICK-UP / It is unlawful for nursery stock to be resold with roots attached.

$.75 each $.60 each

10/$6$1.50 each

2013 SPRING TREE ORDER FORM

NAME:____________________________________________________________ADDRESS:______________________________________________________CITY:_________________________________________________ STATE:

PHONE_______________________E-MAIL_______________________

Amount______________

MASON-LAKE CONSERVATION DISTRICT655 N. Scottville Rd.Scottville, MI 49454

Please turn over for the rest of the order form

tree order deadline - april 1st. Call for availability after this date! Order early for best selection.

piCk-up will be Fri., April 19 (9-5) and Sat., April 20 (9-12) at Mason Co. Fairgrounds.

Name ___________________________

Address _________________________

City ____________________________

State ____________ Zip ___________

Phone __________________________

Email ___________________________

Credit card type: Visa ____ MC ____ Disc ____

Credit card # _______________________

Expiration date _______ / _______

MASON-LAkE CONSERVATION DISTRICT655 N. Scottville Rd., Scottville, MI 49454

(231) 757-3708 x3 • mason-lakeconservation.org

QTY COST

GROUNDCOVER/VINES QTY COST

WILDFLOWER & GRASS SEED PACKETS (ask about our bulk prices for big areas) QTY COST

QTY COST

QTY COST

Plantsykdd Granular (repellent for rabbits & mice)

Wren Houses (made by Old Engine Club)

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

Flagging Ribbon (fluorescent orange, pink or blue) $2.00 each

FRUIT TREES Note: You need 2 species for cross-pollination

Expiration Date: ______/_______

Sub-total (front)

Sub-total (back)

6% Sales TaxTax Deductible Donation

TOTAL

Wire Marking Flags (fluorescent red or orange)

"Trees Planted -- Keep Off" signs

Down Payment

BALANCE DUE

Total (Front & Back)Make checks payable to Mason-Lake CD

Credit Card Type: Visa MC Disc________ Credit Card #

$150.00 eachCoco Weed guards

$16.95$12.95

$.15 ea. or 100/$12

$.25 ea or 100/$20

$1.50 each

Fertilizer Packets

$2.60 each

$22.00 eachPlantsykdd (animal repellent-pre-mixed 1 quart spray)

Terra sorb (1oz. pkt-enough to dip 2000 seedlings)

$28.00 each$12.00 each

$2.00 each

$100.00 each

$14$14

Tree Protectors (3 ft. vented)

Plantsykdd (1 lb. soluble powder)

Native Woodland Edge MixNative Pollinator Sand Mix - 1 oz. covers 200 sq. ft.

$5.00 1/4 oz pkt. Or $9.00 1/2 oz pkt.

*Gibson Golden Delicious (5/8 inch caliper) 5'-7'

$12.95

$10.00 each

50% down payment required on orders over $50, Balance Due upon Receipt of Seedlings

Wood Duck Box (made by Old Engine Club)

This is a partial list of books carried in our office year round. Books will be available at the sale also.

$25.00 each

Stakes 6' Bamboo(for 5' tree tubes not for hard ground) $1.75 each

OTHER CONSERVATION ITEMS

Rain Barrel (55 gallon, includes valve and soaker hose)

Bluebird Nest Box (made by Old Engine Club)

*Rubinstar Jonogold Apples (5/8 inch caliper) 5'-7'

$60/bundle (approx. 500 plugs)

* Planting Restrictions - species so noted are known to harbor pests of fruit trees. These species must not be planted within 1/2 mile of a commercial orchard to comply with Act No. 72 P.A. 1945. In part, this law is meant to protect farmers from injurious pests originating from

untreated fruit trees. The Michigan Department of Agriculture regulates these plants.

"Birds of Michigan Field Guide" by Tekiela

$1.25 ea or 5/$5

"Landscaping for Wildlife" Minnesota DNR"Woodworking for Wildlife" Minnesota DNR

Native Grass Mix- switchgrass, little & big bluestem, indiangrass

PRICEAmerican Beachgrass (Marram grass)

$1.60 each

American Bittersweet

Big Blue Stem - 1 oz. covers 200 square ft.Canada Wild Rye (cool season grass)

MI Native Septic Mix- good for drainfields & over septic tanks

CONSERVATION BOOKS

"Fish of Michigan" by Bosanko w/waterproof pages

$11.70$16.95

$6.00-1 oz. pkt./$70.00-1 lb. pkt.

Grow Bed for potatoes (18"x18"x42" high) $50.00 each

Tree Tubes (5 ft. vented) $3.50 each

Liatris spicata bulbs (Marsh Blazing Star) 10 bulbs for $2.50

"Wildflowers of Michigan Field Guide " by Tekiela$13.95

"Trees of Michigan Field Guide" by Tekiela

Composter (55 gallon, includes base & aeration insert)

$8.00 each

$2.00-1 oz. pkt. / $16.00-1 lb. pkt. $4.00-1/4 oz. pkt/$7.50 1/2 oz pkt.

$2.00-1 oz. pkt. / $16.00-1 lb. pkt. $3.00-1 oz. pkt. / $22.00-1 lb. pkt.

Payment in full on orders of $50 or less

PRICE

PRICE

Deep Water Signs $3.00 each

OffiCe USe ONlyOrder # _______________Date Rec’d _____________Ck# ______ / CA / V / MC / DAmount ______________Balance _______________

Payment in full on orders of $50 or less.50% down payment required on orders over $50, Balance due upon Receipt of Seedlings. Make checks payable to Mason-Lake CD

Sub-total (front) $ __________

Sub-total (back) $ __________

Total (front & back) $ __________

6% sales tax $ __________

Tax deductible donation $ _________

TOTAL $ __________

Down Payment $ __________

BALANCE DUE $ __________

You can put yourtrust in Sanders!

Custom Beef & Pork Processing Available.

SANDERS MEATS237 S. Main, Custer

757-4768 • 1-800-968-5035

Serving the area since 1925

Sanders salutesarea farmers and

wishes them aprosperous season

and continuedsuccess

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