Michael Takes Soil Conservation Post

Recent ENV/GIS graduate Evelyn Michael recently accepted a position with the Frederick Soil Conservation District as a soil conservation planner II. Evelyn will be applying many of her ENV/GIS skills from Hood in efforts to encourage landowners to participate in plans to improve water quality and reduce soil erosion. Her work involves taking inventory and evaluating Best Management Practices (BMPs) through on-site assessment, constructing plans to achieve each landowner’s goals, and promoting practices consistent with District and Maryland Department of Agriculture priorities. She will also determine BMPs eligible for Maryland Agricultural Cost Share funding. Finally, Evelyn’s responsibilities will involve cost share flat rates, certifications, inspections, and periodic monitoring–all in an endeavor to conserve Maryland’s natural resources for future generations.