Resources

For Farmers and Producers

For Homeowners, Businesses and Others

  • Conservation Planning and Technical Assistance

    Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District works with citizens and businesses to provide recommendations to address natural resource concerns.

  • Urban Cost Share Program​ (UCSP)

    The Urban Cost Share Program is an incentive-based program to help land users address existing erosion and other non-point source water pollution issues in approved watersheds.

  • New Landowners Manual

    This manual communicates solutions to a number of land management issues. It was compiled by the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) member districts and partners.

For Students and Educators

  • Conservation through Education

    MSWCD Education Contests are offered to students attending school in Mecklenburg County.

  • Competitions and Workshops

    Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District competitions and workshops for students.

  • Classroom Presentations

    Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District personnel are available to visit schools at any time throughout the school year to discuss conservation topics related to soil and water.

  • Outdoor Classroom Resources

    Resources and grants for educators who utilize outdoor classrooms in their lessons.

  • 2026 Educational Contests and Programs Guide

    2026 Educational Contests and Programs Guide coming soon.
     

For Environmental Professionals

  • Polaris 3G

    Authoritative map data for Mecklenburg County produced and managed by the GIS department.

  • NC OneMap

    NC OneMap is a strategic resource providing a collection of authoritative data and web services.