98 Alexandria Pike- Suite 31, Warrenton Virginia 20186
540 347-3120, ext #3
FAX: 540-349-0878
johnmarshall.swcd@vaswcd.org

Mission

Our Mission is to provide leadership, technical assistance, information, and education to the citizens of Fauquier County in proper soil stewardship, agricultural conservation methods, and water quality protection so as to ensure the wise use of the county's natural resources.

Hours

7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday

John Marshall SWCD

Jennifer Hoysa
District Manager
PHONE: 347-3120 x 116
FAX: 349-0878

Thomas Turner
Conservation Manager
PHONE: 347-3120 x 3
FAX: 349-0878

Larry Dunn
Conservation Specialist
PHONE: 347-3120 x 3
FAX: 349-0878

Kris Jarvis
Conservation Specialist
PHONE: 347-3120 x 3
FAX: 349-0878

Claire Hilsen
Conservation Specialist
PHONE: 347-3120 x 3
FAX: 349-0878

Vacant
Education Specialist
PHONE: 347-3120 x 3
FAX: 349-0878

NEW!!

• Click here to sign up to receive John Marshall SWCD programs, newsletters, and the Annual Report electronically. When signing up, check the box next to the title, “John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District”.

• The JMSWCD and Extension Office are sponsoring Twilight Programs to include Pond Management on Thursday, May 30th and a Pasture Walk on Thursday, June 13th. These programs will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 8:00 p.m. The location is Highwater Farm at 12716 Marsh Road Bealeton, VA 22712
• Virginia Small Animal Feeding Operations (including self-assessment checklist)
• The IRS has issued a tax bulletin for farmers called Publication 225, Farmer's Tax Guide for use in preparing 2012 returns.
• Teacher's Conservation Newsletter (March 2013)
• Conservation Newsletter (Winter 2013)
  
• The John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District 2012 Awards Luncheon

• 2012 Annual Awards
• NRCS Funding now available for 2013 programs.
• Click here to view the 2012 Annual Report.
• Cost-Share Available to Homeowner’s and Farmers in Marsh Run Watershed
• Contact the John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District to purchase a rain barrel.
• JMSWCD staff recently developed a Power Point presentation/activity entitled “Reducing Your Animal’s Environmental Hoof Print”. This educational program is appropriate for small to medium size animal operations, including 4-H families and horse group members. It includes information on pasture and manure management. To schedule a presentation for your organization, contact Kris Jarvis at the JMSWCD office.
• Press Release: 2012 Water Quality Funding Available
• Find out more about the specifications for Continuous Stream Exclusion, Forested Riparian Buffers, and Herbaceous Riparian Buffers
• Find out if you are eligible for Pasture Mangement
• Livestock Exclusion and Rotational Grazing Video
  
• The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Virginia announces the debut of “Gaining Ground,” two videos promoting the benefits of continuous no-till and rotational grazing systems for Virginia farmers. The local office has a few copies to distribute.
• Rappahannock Conservation Resource Guide
• New Program Available: The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)
• VA Erosion and Sedimant Control Agricultural and Forestry Exemptions

Youth Opportunities

• Scholarship Program
• Youth Camp

Other Relevant County Links

• Fauquier County Extension Office Home Page
• Agricultural Development Office Home Page

External Links

• Agricultural Stewardship Act
• Cost-Share Program
• Department of Conservation & Recreation - E&S Program
• Department of Environmental Quality
• Department of Forestry
• Fish & Wildlife Habitat Management Leaflets
• Natural Resources Conservation Service
• Potomac Watershed Roundtable
• 2010 NPS Assessment and Prioritization
• Virginia Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts
• Virginia Erosion & Sediment Control Handbook
• Virginia Farm Bureau
• West Nile Virus (Centers for Disease Control)