Orders will be accepted through Monday, March 25, and pick-up dates are scheduled for Friday, April 29 and Saturday, April 30. Those who wish to submit an order are encouraged to do so as soon as possible as quantities are limited and orders will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bluebird nesting boxes are available to landowners during the spring and fall programs. Nesting boxes should be located in an open space and can be placed on fence posts, garden U-posts and metal posts at least three feet above the ground. A box mounted 4-5 feet high is ideal. Photo/caption information courtesy of HCSWCD website.

Interested parties are encouraged to call (315) 866-2520, extension 5 for more information or visit the Herkimer County Soil and Water Conservation District’s website at www.herkimercountyswcd.com in order to view a complete list of the many items available including detailed descriptions and prices, the tree and shrub order form and more. To keep tabs on HCSWCD updates, please reference the organization’s Facebook page. HCSWCD Mission Statement: To grow in our ability to serve and educate landowners, organizations, and government agencies while developing, conserving, and preserving the natural resources of Herkimer County.

Photo at top: The Herkimer County Soil and Water Conservation District has announced that their 2022 Tree and Shrub sale is currently underway. Offering these trees, shrubs and plants helps support conservation planting projects, wildlife enhancement, erosion control and windbreak development needs throughout the area. Photo courtesy of the HCSWCD website.