The Ross Soil and Water Conservation District held their annual meeting recently. Aside from a panel discussion on where our water comes from and what’s being done to protect water quality, they handed out two awards.
The district’s cooperator of the year is Clarksburg farmer Zach Zurmehly, who was recognized for the numerous conservation practices on his farm.
Tar Hollow State Park Naturalist Amy Fitton was recognized for her wildlife and environmental education programs in what may be the district’s first “Educator of the Year” award.
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