Trap shooting is a growing sport in Fillmore and Houston counties of Southeast Minnesota. It is a sport deeply grounded in the area’s strong outdoor traditions. For decades, area sportsmen and sportswomen have gathered at local ranges to enjoy friendly competition, fresh air, scenic landscapes and a sense of community that extends well beyond the shooting line. Local … [Read more...]
Land Management with Prescribed Burns
Prescribed burns to the uninitiated might sound like some strange treatment a doctor might do, but in this case the term prescribed burn refers to the “intentional, expert-led application of fire to wild lands fuels.” One of the ideal times for prescribed burns is quickly approaching with the coming of spring. Once the winter snow and ice have disappeared and the dead growth is … [Read more...]
Major Milestone Achieved in Root River Restoration Near Eagle Bluff
By Staff of Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center A major milestone has been reached in the ongoing restoration of the Root River near Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, marking a significant step forward in efforts to address decades of erosion, restore natural river flow, and improve habitat for aquatic species. Phase 1 of construction – targeting three … [Read more...]
Conservation Remains Resilient in Fillmore County
By Riley Buley Fillmore Soil and Water thanks the Fillmore County Journal for providing us space to showcase the work the District has been doing in 2025. As with any year, 2025 was not without its challenges. Pauses in federal funding, a government shutdown, and the growing pains of a new program left – quite literally – hundreds of our producers wondering whether they … [Read more...]
Fillmore SWCD Staff
2026 Fillmore County Plat Book Now Available
The 2026 Fillmore County Land Atlas and Plat Book is now available. This newest edition published by Rockford Map Publishers is available for purchase from Fillmore County Soil & Water Conservation District, 912 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965. The new plat book accurately displays parcel boundaries, acreage data, roadways, waterways, railways, section lines, … [Read more...]
SWCD Awards Scholarships to High School and College Students
By SWCD Staff High School Scholarship The Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District will sponsor a $500 scholarship for a graduating Fillmore County high school student pursuing a degree in Natural Resources, Agriculture, or related field. 2025 High School Recipient Congratulations to our 2025 Graduating High School Senior Scholarship recipient, Mara Schwartz. … [Read more...]
Fillmore SWCD 6th Grade Conservation Tour
By SWCD Staff It was a beautiful fall day for the 38th annual Fillmore SWCD 6th Grade Conservation Tour. It was held on October 2, 2025, at Forestville State Park. With approximately 145 students from Fillmore Central, Kingsland, and Rushford-Peterson, our day was busy and exciting. Our organizer, Aaren Mathison, did a great job setting up the presenters, schedule, and … [Read more...]
Fillmore Board of Supervisors
District 1 Tim Gossman 2025 Vice Chair District 1 Townships Sumner Jordan Chatfield Spring Valley Fillmore District 2 Jason Wetzel 2025 Secretary District 2 Townships Pilot Mound Arendahl Rushford Village Holt Norway District 3 Kathy Tesmer 2025 Supervisor District 3 … [Read more...]
Fillmore County SWCD Tree Sales Celebrating 29 Years!
Fillmore County SWCD is proud to enter our 29th year of annual Tree Sales, helping landowners, homeowners, and conservation-minded residents plant for the future. Each year, we distribute approximately 10,000 trees throughout the county. We offer a wide selection of species to fit your planting goals: Deciduous trees available as bareroot stock Coniferous trees … [Read more...]