District Staff:
Theresa F. Williams - Executive Director
Theresa joined the district in 2010 after many years working for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Forest Service. Additionally, she has owned and operated an organic farm for nearly two decades, taught agricultural science courses at a local community college, and served twice as a Peace Corps volunteer. She earned both Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees in forestry from Michigan State University, and would be happy to assist you any aspect of natural resources management. You can contact Theresa at theresa.williams@mi.nacdnet.net.
Theresa joined the district in 2010 after many years working for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Forest Service. Additionally, she has owned and operated an organic farm for nearly two decades, taught agricultural science courses at a local community college, and served twice as a Peace Corps volunteer. She earned both Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees in forestry from Michigan State University, and would be happy to assist you any aspect of natural resources management. You can contact Theresa at theresa.williams@mi.nacdnet.net.
Larry Czelusta - District Forester
Larry Czelusta (pronounced sa-less-ta) joined the District staff in June of 2016. He earned a Bachelors of Science degree in forestry from Virginia Technological University and brings with him a variety of forestry experience in both the public and private sector. Larry enjoys assisting landowners with improving the health and quality of their forests and woodlots. He is available to work with landowners in both Wexford and Missuakee Counties to assist them in actively managing their woodlands. You can contact Larry at Larry.Czelusta@macd.org
Jodi DeHate - MAEAP Technician
Jodi grew up on a dairy farm in Osceola County. From there, she obtained a degree in education from Calvin College and taught for 13 years. In 2009 she became the recycling educator for Missaukee Conservation District, and in November of 2011, Jodi started a new position with four conservation districts in our area as the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program technician. In that role, she visits farms to help them assess their environmental risks and become MAEAP verified. She still finds time to milk cows on the weekends! You can reach Jodi at: jodi.dehate@macd.org
Jodi grew up on a dairy farm in Osceola County. From there, she obtained a degree in education from Calvin College and taught for 13 years. In 2009 she became the recycling educator for Missaukee Conservation District, and in November of 2011, Jodi started a new position with four conservation districts in our area as the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program technician. In that role, she visits farms to help them assess their environmental risks and become MAEAP verified. She still finds time to milk cows on the weekends! You can reach Jodi at: jodi.dehate@macd.org
Jeff Fewless - CTAI Technician
Jeff has been working through the CTAI program (a partnership between the USDA and the MI Dept. of Agriculture) as a technician covering Wexford, Missaukee, and Osceola-Lake Conservation Districts since May 2012. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his prior work where he dealt with contamination prevention as well as resource conservation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Biology and is currently working on finishing up his master’s degree. Jeff grew up on a dairy farm, and is happy to have the opportunity to apply his life-long learning and experiences to this field of work. He works in tandem with Jim Williams, and specializes in the areas of irrigation management and construction oversight. Jeff can be reached at: jeff.fewless@mi.nacdnet.net.
Jeff has been working through the CTAI program (a partnership between the USDA and the MI Dept. of Agriculture) as a technician covering Wexford, Missaukee, and Osceola-Lake Conservation Districts since May 2012. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his prior work where he dealt with contamination prevention as well as resource conservation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Biology and is currently working on finishing up his master’s degree. Jeff grew up on a dairy farm, and is happy to have the opportunity to apply his life-long learning and experiences to this field of work. He works in tandem with Jim Williams, and specializes in the areas of irrigation management and construction oversight. Jeff can be reached at: jeff.fewless@mi.nacdnet.net.
Associated Staff:
Jim Williams - USDA Natural Resources District Conservationist
Jim has been the District Conservationist for Wexford County since 1988, As part of his more than 25 years of service here, he assists farmers and landowners with soil conservation, manure / nutrient management, wildlife habitat improvement, and water quality concerns. He holds a Bachelor's degree in agriculture science from Michigan State University. Contact Jim if you would like to discuss how you can receive assistance in these areas. Jim can be reached at: jim.williams@mi.usda.gov
Jim has been the District Conservationist for Wexford County since 1988, As part of his more than 25 years of service here, he assists farmers and landowners with soil conservation, manure / nutrient management, wildlife habitat improvement, and water quality concerns. He holds a Bachelor's degree in agriculture science from Michigan State University. Contact Jim if you would like to discuss how you can receive assistance in these areas. Jim can be reached at: jim.williams@mi.usda.gov
