Golden Triangle RC&D

The Golden Triangle RC&D (Resource, Conservation, and Development) Council is a 501(c)(3) organization made up of action-oriented volunteers and local leaders who identify problems, develop strategies, and implement beneficial programs and projects in our member county area. We focus on Land Conservation, Water Management, Community Development, and Land Management. The Golden Triangle RC&D Council is committed to natural resource conservation, community development, environmental protection, and cultural and historical preservation. They collaborate with state, federal, and local agencies and organizations to accomplish our mission. The Golden Triangle currently serves 15 counties in the SW Georgia area that include Baker, Calhoun, Clay, Early, Grady, Decatur, Dougherty, Miller, Mitchell, Randolph, Seminole, Stewart, Thomas, Terrell and Worth. 

The Four Focus Areas of RC&D Councils

• Land Conservation -  Councils work with local partners to identify, fund and complete land conservation projects of all types.
• Water Management - RC&D Water Management Projects often create recreation opportunities that also create jobs and make communities more attractive to development.
• Community Development- Working with community partners to improve the quality of life and address infrastructure needs in rural areas.
• Land Management – Supporting Landowners in implementing Best Management Practices (BMP’s) to get the most from their land, both now and in the future.