The Vanderburgh County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) in Evansville, IN, is dedicated to promoting conservation and education in the local community. Through partnerships with organizations like the Four Rivers Resource Conservation and Development Council and The Nature Conservancy, the SWCD has acquired 127 acres of land known as the Eagle Slough Natural Area (ESNA). This area serves as a valuable resource for educating children and raising awareness about the importance of preserving bottomland forests and wetlands in Southwestern Indiana.
The SWCD, along with volunteers and generous grants from companies like Alcoa and Toyota, has been actively involved in cleaning up and developing ESNA. With the help of a dedicated steering committee, various projects have been completed, including the construction of a visitor kiosk, road sign frame, duck boxes, and a 1.3-mile trail. The district is also in the process of building an observation deck to further enhance the visitor experience. ESNA has become a popular destination for local schools, providing opportunities for children to connect with nature and learn about the importance of conservation.
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