Wildlife Programs & Information

Belmont SWCD works with landowners to provide technical assistance with nuisance wildlife.

The Wildlife/Forestry Specialist provides the following technical services to Belmont County landowners:

• Wildlife crop damage and solution recommendations
• Damage prevention methods and materials
• Provide Nuisance Wildlife Permits for Deer, Canada Geese, Muskrat and Beaver
• Nuisance Trapper Information
• Live Traps available for rent
• Propane Cannons unavailable for rent
• Management Plans and Recommendations
• Food Plot Recommendations
• Wildlife Related Educational Programs

Propane Cannons Currently UnAvailable for Rent

Two propane cannons were purchased by Belmont SWCD to help landowners deter pest birds and other wildlife from their agricultural crops. The cannons are available at a rate of $10 per week. Propane is included in the price.

Questions about wildlife? 

Contact Liza Butler at the Belmont SWCD office:                                   

email: butlerswcd@att.net                                                                   

phone: (740) 526-0027

Wildlife Seed Sale (Available Next April) 

Belmont SWCD is pleased to offer full-quality, discontinued and slightly outdated seed though a cooperative effort with Pheasants Forever.  The seed in this program will germinate at rates roughly 70 to 90 percent and is available at reasonable rates. Through Pheasants Forever and the Belmont SWCD, the following seeds are being offered to you on a first-come, first serve basis.  While we may not always receive the type and quantity ordered, the District will do it