April 15, 2026 2:50 a.m. 

Covering coastal Douglas County:

The Umpqua Soil and Water Conservation District will have a local workgroup meeting happening on Wednesday, May 13th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. It will take place at the Port of Umpqua Annex on Winchester Avenue in Reedsport.

A release said local workgroup meetings are a valuable part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service planning process, providing an opportunity for local land managers and producers to be part of a collaborative effort to improve natural resources within the country.

Attendees will:

*Learn about Soil and Water District projects and programs

*Learn about NRCS projects and programs which may prove beneficial to residents

*Connect with partners and new audiences to seek opportunities to leverage partnership funds.

*Share community natural resources concerns and issues

For more information, call the Umpqua Soil and Water Conservation District at 458-314-2183.