Earth Team Volunteer Program in Connecticut

Volunteering began with the organization of conservation districts in 1937. In recognition of the interest and skills many Americans have in conservation, Congress passed legislation -- Section 1526 of PL97-98, Food and Agriculture Act -- in 1981 permitting NRCS to use volunteers. In 1985, the volunteer effort was organized as the Earth Team, primarily due to the Farm Bill and the increased workload of NRCS. The primary purpose of the Earth Team is to expand NRCS services by using volunteer time, talent, and energy to help accomplish the NRCS mission. Since 1982, approximately 428,000 Earth Team volunteers have donated more than 13 million hours.

• National Earth Team Page

Connecticut Success Stories

• Earth Team Volunteer Enjoys Summer of Soil
• Celebrating Agriculture in Connecticut
• Martin's Big Adventure

Contact

For more information about the Earth Team Program in Connecticut, contact Carol Donzella, Earth Team Coordinator, (203) 389-6925.

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