Show us the beauty of Pope County!

Summer is here, and we know you’re out capturing stunning photos across the county. Share your favorite shots in our Pope SWCD Photo Contest for a chance to have your image featured in next year’s calendar! Plus, the top three winners receive prizes.

We love seeing Pope County through your lens—whether it’s landscapes, wildlife, agriculture, or community life.

To read the rules and submit your photos, please visit https://form.jotform.com/260224205673046 .

Filing for SWCD Supervisor positions opens May 19th and runs until June 2nd for the following Districts 1, 3, and 4. If you are interested in becoming a supervisor the filing period for these District’s opens on May 19th. Each SWCD is governed by a board of 5 elected supervisors that serve a 4 year term. The current SWCD Supervisor compensation/per diem maximum is $125 per day.

Board of Supervisors

Our SWCD Manager Holly Kovarik was formally recognized by the Minnesota Legislature in an official resolution honoring her achievement as the 2025 Outstanding SWCD Administrator Award recipient selected by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources. This recognition was presented to her yesterday during the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation District State Legislative Days, where several of our board members and staff had the opportunity to meet with legislators and share local conservation priorities.

Holly’s award highlights her exceptional leadership, dedication to conservation, and long standing commitment to supporting landowners and strengthening resource management efforts across the region. Congratulations on this achievement and recognition Holly!

Pictured: Kovarik with Representative Paul Anderson and Pope SWCD board members Randy Pederson and D. Gary Reents