About Us 

We offer a selection of educational programs that are rooted in providing hands-on experiences for learners. Our goal is to prepare students to be responsible stewards of the Earth through environmental education. 

Contact Natalie Pattan to discuss programs and schedule a classroom visit. Email: natalie.pattan@richmondnc.com Phone: (910) 817-3223

EnviroScape

Richmond SWCD offers EnviroScape demonstrations to school classrooms and other events. The EnviroScape is a great way to teach about the sources and effects of water pollution. 

Annual Poster Contest

The N.C. Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts sponsors an annual poster contest. The contest is open to all public, private, and home schools and school groups in Richmond County. The contest is held for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. This year's theme is Wetlands are Wonderful.

Envirothon

The NC Envirothon is an exciting natural resource education program designed to challenge students in an interactive, outdoor competition where middle and high school teams are tested in areas of Wildlife, Forestry, Aquatic Ecology, Soils and Land Use, and Current Environmental Issues.