MILFORD - The Pike County Conservation District is now accepting applications from residents and communities who would like to be considered for gypsy moth spraying in 2009.

 This is a state program, run by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) with cooperation from Pike County. 

Any resident who would like to be evaluated for possible inclusion in the spring 2009 program must submit an application to the Conservation District office by August 1, 2008.

 To be considered for this program:

• A residence must be within 200 feet of the forest
• The property must have at least 250 egg masses per acre
• There must be a residence on the property 

The Gypsy Moth Program guidelines require a 23-acre minimum spray block size. 

It is strongly encouraged that residents speak with their neighbors to ensure that you meet this spray block size.

Individual applications must be submitted with a $10.00 non-refundable application fee. 

Community applications must be submitted with a $50.00 non-refundable application fee.

Applications are available on the web at www.pikeconservation.org, or they can be picked up at the County Administration Building, municipal offices, or by contacting the Pike County Conservation District. 

All applications must be received by the Pike County Conservation District by August 1, 2008.