Conservation Team
The folks that really do all the work!
Dayna resides in Davenport where she spends her time gardening, riding her bike, and hanging out with her pets. Please reach out to Dayna by calling her at 309-764-1486 Ex: 3001 or emailing at: dgillespie@rockislandswcd.org
Rich has served the District for over 13 years and loves to see the result of helping land users put conservation on the land. You can reach Rich at 309-764-1486 x3 or email him at: rstewart@rockislandswcd.org
Joey grew up in Manhattan, IL and graduated from SIU with a bachelor’s degree in forestry in 2020. He currently lives in Edgington. You can reach Joey at 309-581-3002 (direct) or email him at: joeyd@rockislandswcd.org
Joe retired from the NRCS as District Conservationist in 2018 and joined the SWCD team in 2019. He is available to provide assistance with conservation planning, conservation programs, and native wildflower plantings. You can reach Joe at: (309) 764-1486 x 3.