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The Dubois County Soil & Water Conservation District was officially established on September 19th, 1945 with the first year of official duties being completed in 1946.
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Staff
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As Executive Director, Helming oversees the operations of the Dubois County Soil and Water Conservation District and is responsible for all projects and programs. She serves as the County Department head, supports the SWCD Supervisors in carrying out the program in accordance with state regulations and supervises the SWCD staff. Helming is excited about the opportunity to serve the Dubois County Community as the Executive Director of the Dubois County SWCD.
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Kaylee accepted the Administrative Assistant Position in January 2025. As Administrative Assistant, Jacob assists producers with equipment rental and ensures files are up to date. Jacob processes correspondence and ensures inquires are handled accordingly. If she doesn't know the answer she will get you to someone who does. Jacob maintains all public forums such as the website, Facebook, and also prepares quarterly newsletters. Jacob also assists in creating displays and/or flyers for our local events and assists the NRCS District Conservationist with administrative functions in the office. She is excited for the challenges that arise with this new position at the SWCD. Her goals are to get a better understanding how the grant process works and how to reach more locals in the community about what SWCD offers.
She is one of two head leaders that help run our local Dubois County 4-H Horse and Pony Club. She enjoys helping kids succeed in achieving their goals with horses and currently helps a training facility nearby in her free time. Aside from horses, Kaylee also has dogs, sheep, and chickens at home. Kaylee is married to her husband, Daron, and has a __ month old baby boy named Bennett. Kaylee is originally from the Jasper area but has since moved to some acreage in Birdseye with her family.
She is one of two head leaders that help run our local Dubois County 4-H Horse and Pony Club. She enjoys helping kids succeed in achieving their goals with horses and currently helps a training facility nearby in her free time. Aside from horses, Kaylee also has dogs, sheep, and chickens at home. Kaylee is married to her husband, Daron, and has a __ month old baby boy named Bennett. Kaylee is originally from the Jasper area but has since moved to some acreage in Birdseye with her family.
Andrew started with the SWCD on May 13th, 2024 filling a position as a Resource Specialist. He grew up in Benton County amongst flat farm fields and towering white windmills. His education took him down Highway 41 where he attained a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Indiana State University. After graduating and getting married he moved even further down 41 to the city of Vincennes.
He humorously remembers being knocked over as a young boy by the rooster on his grandfather’s farm and fondly remembers getting peanuts from the elevator with his dad during harvest time. He now has a rooster of his own and it survives as a hobby. He and his wife have sweet corn in the garden and peanuts in the pantry. We look forward to seeing him grown here at the SWCD as he explores a new side of agriculture and conservation.
Corbyn Schnell
Resource Specialist Board of Supervisors |
Corbyn joined the SWCD in January 2025. She graduated from Vincennes University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agribusiness in May 2025. During her time at Vincennes University, she was very involved in colligate Farm Bureau where she connected with other young agricultural professionals. Corbyn was a 10 year 4-H member where she showed livestock and completed small projects. She now volunteers by being a leader in multiple 4-H Clubs. Corbyn was very involved with FFA which includes being a chapter and district officer. She enjoys being outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and raising livestock.
Soil and water conservation have always been important to her, and it is something she is very passionate about. The beef cattle on her family farm have been rotationally grazed since 2007 when her grandpa and Dad started following a Grazing Plan. They installed a water distribution system to provide water in every paddock. Legumes are frost seeded every three years in a rotation in their pastures and hayfields. The USDA NRCS assisted with teaching and partially financing the conservation practices they maintain and still implement today on her family farm. |
Brenda Sermersheim
Chair |
Glenn Goeppner
Vice Chair |
Patrick Eckerle
Member |
Mark Welp
Member |
Arlene Fleck
Treasurer, Member |
Partners
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Volunteers
We welcome your involvement! Work with us to develop and present programs for local landowners and elected officials. Help us put conservation on the land, and promote urban and agricultural best management practice (BMPs) Join us as we plan field days, fundraisers, develop youth and adult education events, or survey conservation practices.
