SWCD Member Resources
This is a resource page for SWCDs in Minnesota.
If you have a resource suggestion please email us.
Below are resources and tools that are beneficial to Minnesota's SWCDs. Please find links to our partner websites below that maintain expert and up-to-date information on each topic listed.
Area Meetings
The MASWCD Area Meeting Handbook is your complete guide to planning and organizing area meetings, inviting speakers, managing agenda content and meeting logistics. Along with helpful templates for your area meetings, there is also an extensive list of local experts you may invite to speak at your meetings and engage your community. EMAIL US FOR YOUR COPY
Meeting resources & committees
Open Meeting Law
MASWCD AWARDS
MASWCD offers several award programs to recognize the outstanding conservation achievements taking place throughout Minnesota between SWCDs and their cooperators.
The award application period for 2026 will open in the Fall.
The 2025 MASWCD 89th Annual Convention was held December 1-3 at the Double Tree by Hilton, Bloomington-Minneapolis South where many were recognized for their dedication to conserving Minnesota's soil and water resources.
Below are just a few award recipients highlighted at the 2025 convention. To view all award recipients, visit the Awards page on the MASWCD Convention website or visit the MASWCD Facebook page.
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2025 SWCD of the Year - North St. Louis SWCD
2025 Supervisor of the Year Award - Tom Schulz of Wadena SWCD
2025 SWCD Administrator of the Year Award - Holly Kovarik of Pope SWCD
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2025 Outstanding Conservationist of the Year Award -
Blue Line Farm, The Trieglaff Family, nominated by Becker SWCD
Blue Line Farm
2025 MACDE Award for Extraordinary Contribution - Holly Hatlewick of Renville SWCD
2025 Filed Staff of the Year Award - Wes Drake of Becker SWCD
SWCD Operations & Governance Tools
Visit these partners for valuable resources in topics such as: Open Meeting Law, Human Resources, Data Security, financial and records management, parliamentary procedure, and more!
BWSR - SWCD Operational Handbook:
Under Resources, use the TOPIC drop down list to choose from multiple Operations focused topics:
​Visit NACD's Members Only page to download various educational materials:
NACD - District Programs & Operations
Taking Minutes Made Easy
Pocket Guide: Parliamentary Procedures
Stewardship & Outreach
Social Media Tips & Trends
Effective Communication
More Dollars for your District
Board Recruitment and Management
Human Resources - Employee Management
Employee Recruitment, Hiring and Termination
Compensation and Benefits
Personal Conduct
Human Resources and Employee Management:
​Visit NACD's Members Only page to download various educational materials:
Building District Capacity
Sample Job Descriptions
Effective Communications
Personnel Manager Reference Book​
Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103C
A full version of the SWCD law, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103C, is available online via the Minnesota State Legislature website.
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Additional Resources for SWCDs
