Exhibits

General Information

Those responsible for setting up and taking down exhibits need to treat them with care. If there are any repairs needed on exhibits, please report them to the State Office Public Affairs Staff.

A Nomadic exhibit frame is provided for the Nomadic exhibits. The state office has four Nomadic frames with carpets ranging from a table top (5' x 7 1/2') to three floor models (one approximately 8' x 8' and two 8' x 10'). One 8' x 10' frame with end caps only for use with exhibit panels is also available. Lights are available upon request. Each area office also has a table top frame for loan. The table-top frame must be requested from the area office or the state office. It is not automatically sent. An instruction sheet explaining how to set up, tear down, and repack the exhibit is included. Please be sure this instruction sheet is returned with the frame and that any mailing instructions for returning the exhibit are followed.

The state office also has one Downing Board. The Downing Board is placed on a table. A 6-foot table can be used; however, an 8-foot table works best for an exhibit display. Each area office also has a Downing Board for loan. Downing Boards must be requested as they are not automatically sent with the requested exhibit.

Plain table skirts (size 7' x 13' in blue or gray) are available to use with any of our exhibits. A reversible blue table shirt with the NRCS emblem on one side and the conservation district emblem on the other side is also available.

Various banners and headers are also available. Contact the State Office Public Affairs Staff to see if one is available to meet your needs.

If you desire any accompanying materials with the exhibit (i.e., publications), you must request them.

To Request Items From State Office

Unless otherwise instructed, requests for any of the items should go through your area office. If an item is available from your area office and it is not in use, please use the one at the area office.

Downing Boards

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Career in Engineering (2002) An invitation to consider an engineering career in NRCS. Depicts conservation engineering projects and relates what to consider when planning a career. Best used at career days, college open houses, etc.
Agricultural Waste Systems (1996) Shows the development of an up-to-date ag-waste system. Ag-waste systems can help maintain clean water for water supplies and recreational activities. (Has accompanying fact sheet "Ag-Waste Management Systems." A camera-ready copy has been distributed to each office).
Backyard Conservation-It’ll Grow on You (1999) Shows ten conservation activities, adapted from farms and ranches that can be used in your backyard. This exhibit is very colorful and can be accompanied with the brochure, Backyard Conservation—Bringing Conservation From the Countryside to Your Backyard. (Two exhibits are available)
Celebrate the Land (1995) Can be used to say "Thank You" and recognize the people who have made significant improvements in natural resources conservation — farmers, ranchers, and the rural and urban communities that support them. A selection of photos allows the exhibit to emphasize local conservation practices.
Challenging Careers in NRCS (1999) This exhibit closely follows the careers publication, "You Can Make A Difference — Challenging Careers in the Natural Resources Conservation Service". This display is for use at career fairs where those interested in a career in natural resources might gather. The careers publication can accompany this exhibit. Each area office has this exhibit for loan.
Conservation Planning - Investing in Our Future (2007) Explains what NRCS offers in regards to Conservation Planning.
Continuous CRP (2002) Refer to the Continuous CRP Nomadic Exhibit for picture and description. The downing board exhibit is a smaller version of the nomadic exhibit.
CRP and Wetlands Enhance Wildlife and Water Quality (1994) Highlights how Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and Wetlands benefit wildlife and water quality.
Getting to Know Your Natural Resources (2002) This display for junior high or high school audiences explores career choices. It tells who we are; highlights youth camps, competitions, and chapters of professional societies; and points out learning opportunities: Earth Team, Student Career Experience Program, Apprentice, or volunteering.
Good Stewardship on Kansas Grazing Lands (2007) Depicts how NRCS can assist farmers and ranchers in managing their rangeland.
Home On the Range - Open for Business (1991) Shows photos of rangeland alternatives: working cattle ranch; hunting; trail rides; picnicking; wildflower tours; photography; wintertime activities; wildlife ranching, etc.
It's Up To You! Protecting Kansas Water Quality (1993) (Water, Water Everywhere and Not a Drop to Drink) Depicts "our water," "threatened waters," "water protection programs," and "protecting our water." (Header available)
Let Us Help You Improve Your Wildlife Habitat (2005) This exhibit give special tips on how to attract wildlife.
Maintenance Holds the Keys to Successful Windbreaks (1991) Points out the steps to establish a windbreak and how to achieve the benefits.
New Life for Aging Dams (2002) Many watershed dams are turning 50. Exhibit depicts dams constructed by program, year, and age; issues of aging dams; and rehabilitation solutions with today’s criteria.
Soil Does More Than Get You Dirty (1992) Highlights conservation education activities that are available for kids (K-6) on soil and conservation. (Has accompanying activity booklet – must request).
Tried Buffers Yet? (2002) Highlights how buffers can be beneficial economically and environmentally, practices included, and conservation programs to sign up through. Request from your area office.
Upland Wildlife - Where The Habitat Is (1993) Shows the importance of developing wildlife food and cover habitats and managing habitat resources with photographs of tree planting, trees with weed barrier fabric, mature flood plots, native grass, flood plot/windbreak, quail and checks, and grass regrowth.
Wetlands Reserve Program (2002) Highlights the Wetlands Reserve Program’s emphasis, compatible uses, restoration plan, and objectives accompanied with installation pictures.
Wildflowers for Cultural Uses (1992) "Go Wild…Wildflowers" shows uses of wild-flowers for conservation and aesthetic purposes. (Has accompanying fact sheet upon request.)

Roll-Up

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Small Nomadic

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Conservation Security Program - Rewards the best…motivates the rest! Conservation Security Program (CSP) is a stewardship program, and this exhibit promotes the conservation and improvement of soil, water, air, energy, plant and animal life, and other conservation purposes on Tribal and private working lands. Working lands include cropland, grassland, prairie land, improved pasture, and range land, as well as forested land that is an incidental part of an agricultural operation. To set up this exhibit: Request small nomadic frame and lights from area office Request exhibit panels from Public Affairs Staff at the state office
Farm Bill 2002 What's In It For You? The 2002 Farm Bill offers America's farmers and ranchers more incentives than ever before to voluntarily conserve natural resources on our nation's privately-owned farmland and grazinglands. To help promote the 2002 Farm Bill, two new exhibits, one targeted to Cropland (wheat field) and one targeted to Grazingland (rangeland), are available for loan from the State Office Public Affairs Staff. To set up these exhibits: Request Small Nomadic Frame from your area office. Request exhibit panels from the state office
The publication "Conservation practices and programs for your farm" which provides information about the 2002 Farm Bill programs is a good publication to use in conjunction with these exhibits. The state office has good supply of this publication that can also be requested from the state office.

Large Nomadic

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Conserving Water for Kansans (2004) This exhibit reminds viewers that we want to keep water clean and plentiful. Five photos show scenes of recreation, wildlife, people drinking water, buffers, and irrigation. A large Nomadic frame will be sent with the exhibit.
Continuous CRP (2000) Exhibit lists practices and benefits of Continuous Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) supported by pictures depicting filter strips and wildlife.
Cooperative Conservation (2007) This exhibit shows the support roles provided by the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts, State Conservation Commission, and NRCS in the delivery of voluntary conservation programs at the local level. Four photos show scenes of partnership, private lands, voluntary and on-site solutions.
Farm Bill 2002 (2003) Features the conservation programs supported by the new 2002 Farm Bill.
What Does the Kansas Conservation Partnership Do For You? (2005) This exhibit reminds folks of what the NRCS, State Conservation Commission, and Kansas Association of Conservation Districts can do for the people of Kansas. Nine photos show scenes of a USDA Service Center, NRCS personnel, riparian buffer, prairie chickens, storm drain, crop residue, rangeland, and partners. A large Nomadic frame will be sent with the exhibit.
Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) (2005) This exhibit explains the WHIP in Kansas.
Working Together - Keeping Watersheds Healthy (2006) We all live in a watershed. This exhibit depicts that everything we do in our watershed affects the soil, water, air, plants, and animals and reminds us to work together to keep our watersheds healthy. This exhibit is a partnership effort of the NRCS, the State Conservation Commission, and the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts. Contact the Public Affairs Staff for supporting educational materials.
Working with Trees (National Agroforestry Center, Lincoln, Nebraska) Exhibits for the Working with Trees series are available from the National Agroforestry Center. Visit the National Agroforestry Web site to view these exhibits - select "Multimedia" from the top menu and then click on "Displays." There are also accompanying brochures for each exhibit. Instructions are available on their Web site to request and exhibit and/or brochure.

Archived Exhibits

National Nomadic Exhibits

The National Office has large nomadic exhibits that can be reserved for events. Use the national nomadic exhibits web site to view the exhibits.

Requests, scheduling, and delivery of NRCS exhibits is handled by the Des Moines LANDCARE staff.  Your primary point of contact for scheduling exhibits is Alan Benge, (515) 289-0325, Ext. 104. Exhibit requests can also be sent to landcare@usda.gov.

All exhibits should be returned to the Des Moines address.  In most cases a pre-printed return FedEx air bill will accompany exhibits when they are delivered for your use. FedEx charges for shipping exhibits both directions will now be covered by LANDCARE. When making your exhibit request include the date you would like to receive the exhibit, the dates you will be using the exhibit at your event, and the date you will be shipping the exhibit back to LANDCARE. Please send an email or call if you notice damage or if the exhibit requires any type of repair following use at your event.

The address for the Des Moines LANDCARE office:
LANDCARE Office
Attn: Alan Benge
5140 Park Ave. Suite C
Des Moines, IA  50321

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Last Modified: 01/28/2008