Wildlife & Pollinator
Programs
Welcome to Wildlife & Pollinator Programs in
South Dakota
South Dakota is home to diverse wildlife and essential pollinators. Explore programs that aim to create and enhance habitat for these species while promoting biodiversity. Join us in nurturing the rich tapestry of wildlife and pollinators that call our state home.
USFWS Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program
Agency:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service​
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Program Website:
https://www.fws.gov/program/partners-fish-and-wildlife
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About the Program:
Technical and financial assistance with certain grazing management, grassland restoration and wetland restoration projects with wildlife conservation benefits.
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Agency Contacts:
Kurt Forman
605-697-2500
Conservation Commissions Grant
Agency:
Resource Conservation & Forestry
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Program Website:
https://danr.sd.gov/Conservation/Conservation/GrantsandLoans.aspx
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About the Program:
The Conservative Commission Grant offers program provided cost share assistance to private landowners (through the local conservation districts) to improve the natural resources within the state of South Dakota.
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Agency Contacts:
Bill Smith
605-773-3623
South Dakota Habitat Pays
Agency:
SD Department of Game, Fish and Parks and SD Department of Agriculture
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Program Website:
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About the Program:
Habitat Pays is designed to provide more information and education to assist landowners in designing, developing and funding habitat on their land. Working directly with habitat advisors who possess the knowledge of federal, state, and local programs, landowners can find the right programs to meet their personal habitat and land use goals.