Fillmore SWCD would like to recognize and congratulate Janet and Mike Erdman of Preston, MN, as our 2022 Outstanding Conservationists.   They own 450 acres of land that has been in their family since 1932.  The Erdman's have 225 acres of woodland and 150 acres of CRP including filter strips.  Work is continually being done to control weeds, trees and invasives, with Wild Parsnip and Canadian Thistle being the biggest challenge.   Janet is a strong advocate for native home landscapes and strives to use plants and shrubs that are native or pollinator friendly along with incorporating low mow grass into their landscape.  In their woodlands the Erdman's tackle more invasives, have built forest roads and recreational trails along with woodland thinning for timber and habitat improvement.   The Erdman's have a strong appreciation for our environment and advocate to be good stewards of the land.  Congratulations to Janet and Mike!