Maxwells Win Kansas Bankers Award in Ottawa Area
Gene and Pat Maxwell of Ottawa area are named among three families in Franklin County Conservation District to receive the 1999 Kansas Bankers Award. They own 162 acres east of Ottawa with 91.7 acres cropland and pasture, plus Gene farms 445 acres cropland for others. Richard Maxwell signed the 1946 cooperative agreement, carried on by Gene. a conservation plan was made in 1987 with 10,700 feet of terraces and contour farming.
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New Activity Books Promote Conservation For Kids
Franklin County Conservation District offers two children's booklets Lets Recycle and Save Water. Lets Recycle teaches why and how to recycle at home and school with activities, while Save Water shows simple ways to conserve fresh water. Copies available for teachers youth groups and communities through 107 E 23rd Suite 2 Ottawa Kansas 66067 phone 242-1109.
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Prescribed Burns Require Wind, Planning and Help
The guide stresses wind speeds under 10 mph for burns and emphasizes notifying the local fire department, knowing the area, and securing help and equipment. It notes dangers of high winds and urges contacting the Kansas Highway Patrol near highways. It promotes NRCS burn planning assistance and Kansas burning laws.
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Check with Conservation Service before buying country home
Rural buyers chase land with a pond dream but rock depth soil quality and water availability often thwart pond and home plans. The article urges consulting the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Ottawa at 107 E 23rd or 242 1109 and reviewing free pamphlets before a purchase.
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