Smith County Conservation District

Mission Statement: Our mission is to conserve, protect, and enhance our natural resources through responsible stweardship, education, and community partnerships. We are commited to promoting sustainable land use, protecting water and soil health, supporting agriculture, and ensuring that future generations inherit a thriving and resilient enviroment. 

Smith County Conservation District Board: 

Eric Hermanns, Chairman

David Herredsberg, Vice Chairman

Art Befort, Treasurer

Jay Overmiller, Member 

Cory Rahjes, Member

The Smith County Conservation District is a political subdivision of the State of Kansas. We work together with a variety of other agencies to assist landowners with technical and financial assistance for conservation related projects. This can include resource concerns such as water quality, rangeland manegment, soil erosion, and woody encroachment. If you want to explore options for conservation planning or financial assistance, call Hayden at 785-282-7938.