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SUMMARY:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Session 6
DESCRIPTION:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Sessions\nThursday\, April 11 Miles City\, MT  \n5pm at the Miles City Livestock Commission \nThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) will hold a series of listening sessions throughout the spring as part of their Producer Profitability Initiative\, aiming to gather input and ideas from livestock producers on ways to strengthen the American livestock industry. The listening sessions are part of the organization’s Producer Profitability Initiative\, a grassroots movement started and led by cattle ranchers who have a vision to create a sustainable future for the American livestock industry. All livestock producers are invited to attend\, attendees do not need to be MSGA members. \nFull Event Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/msga-producer-profitability-listening-session-6/
LOCATION:Miles City\, Miles City\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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SUMMARY:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event
DESCRIPTION:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event\nFriday April 12  \nButte\, MT \nThe Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is hosting spring pesticide disposal events in the Columbia River Basin region through the Montana Pesticide Stewardship Partnership Program (MT PSPP). These events aim to improve the health and water quality of the upper Columbia River Basin. \nThere is no charge for the first 200 pounds of material; amounts over 200 pounds are assessed at $1.00 per pound\, and products are weighed on site. Additional fees may apply to pesticides with dioxins or dioxin precursors. \nMore Information Here \n2024 Waste Pesticide Disposal Event Brochure \nInformational Flyer \nPress Release \nRegistrations for pesticide waste collection events are accepted on a first come\, first-serve basis. \nThe pre-registration deadline for the spring event is Monday\, April 1\, 2024 \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-department-of-agriculture-waste-pesticide-disposal-event-3/
LOCATION:Butte\, Butte\, MT\, 59701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T150000
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SUMMARY:Montana Matters Youth Outdoor Experience
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US FOR THE 2024 MONTANA MATTERS YOUTH OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE  \nThe 2024 Montana Youth Matters Outdoor Experience will take place Saturday April 13th 2024 from 10AM-3PM at the Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds. \nThis event will have booths set up to interact with students and young adults and give them a chance to learn about conservation and go to a summer camp of their choice. \nThere will be 30-40 booths from organizations such as: Montana Fish and Wildlife Parks\, US Forest Service\, and the Wildlife Center. There they will learn about each of the organizations and participate in activities led by them. Guests will travel booth to both filling out a report card that will be signed off at each station. When they have filled out their report card for at least 12 stations they can put in for a summer camp of their choice! Camp hosts will be available to explain each of the summer camps that will be offered this year. \nAt the end of the day around 3PM  we will be giving out multiple scholarships to summer camps via lottery drawings for kids aged 7-17 to attend the conservation related summer camps. There is no cost for kids to attend these camps!  All of the camps will be located in western Montana\, some of these camps include: The Theodore Roosevelt Ranch at Dupuyer\,  MT and The Glacier Institute located north of Columbia Falls. \nOfficial Event Poster \nSetup can be done Friday the 12th from 1PM to 5PM or Saturday from 8AM to 9:30 AM. \nEVENT HISTORY \nWe started this event in the Bitterroot valley in 2013 and have been awarding these summer camps ever since. Our funds are gathered from some of the Wildlife organizations\, private donations. Also we are now holding an annual banquet to raise funds to cover the camp costs.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-matters-youth-outdoor-experience/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds\, 98 W Custer Ave\, Helena\, MT\, 59602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T180000
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CREATED:20240226T185808Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Watershed Coordination Council Fundraising Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Montana Watershed Coordination Council Fundraising Workshop\nApril 16-17  \nBest Western Helena Great Northern Hotel \n835 Great Northern Blvd\, Helena\, MT 59601 \nJoin the Montana Watershed Coordination Council for a workshop on fundraising. Certified Fund Raising Executive Chany Ockert will focus on conservation fund development\, stewarding donor relationships\, and building an annual fund development calendar. Lara Tomov from Stories for Action will host a Life in the Land film screening and discussion as well as a story workshop that will include creating a story pitch packet and budget. \nFull Agenda Here \nRegister Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-watershed-coordination-council-fundraising-workshop/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel\, 835 Great Northern Blvd\,\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T150000
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SUMMARY:Montana Watershed Coordination Council Fundraising Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Montana Watershed Coordination Council Fundraising Workshop\nApril 16-17  \nBest Western Helena Great Northern Hotel \n835 Great Northern Blvd\, Helena\, MT 59601 \nJoin the Montana Watershed Coordination Council for a workshop on fundraising. Certified Fund Raising Executive Chany Ockert will focus on conservation fund development\, stewarding donor relationships\, and building an annual fund development calendar. Lara Tomov from Stories for Action will host a Life in the Land film screening and discussion as well as a story workshop that will include creating a story pitch packet and budget. \nFull Agenda Here \nRegister Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-watershed-coordination-council-fundraising-workshop/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel\, 835 Great Northern Blvd\,\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T120000
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CREATED:20220119T234558Z
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SUMMARY:Employee Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:EO Roundtable Meetings usually meet on the third Wednesday of the month. For this month’s zoom information contact Chris Evans (chris@lewisandclarkcd.org). [Note: The EO Roundtable meetings for July 2025 and August 2025 have both been cancelled. For more information\, contact Chris Evans.]\n\nTopic: MCDEO Roundtable\nTime: 10:00 AM Mountain Time (US and Canada)\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYlcO6vqj4vH9JCgJL-Wxx0Fi_fv8J3lFOD/ics?icsToken=DEGG1umcCWKBUYQiuQAALAAAADwKmtGvG2Rvb0Ff-PjxGh-OCZo8B4pWN1MFq51i9EHWuYLq0wiyxAIgdIFl_0MckQV3gWP3-FYgUYYRQTAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=lPa1Rf1TSMegj2n2gdrRKQ\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82877745556Meeting ID: 828 7774 5556\nPasscode: 626512— \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,82877745556#\,\,\,\,*626512# US (Houston)\n+16694449171\,\,82877745556#\,\,\,\,*626512# US \n— \nDial by your location\n• +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n• +1 669 444 9171 US\n• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n• +1 719 359 4580 US\n• +1 253 205 0468 US\n• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n• +1 689 278 1000 US\n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n• +1 305 224 1968 US\n• +1 309 205 3325 US\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n• +1 360 209 5623 US\n• +1 386 347 5053 US\n• +1 507 473 4847 US\n• +1 564 217 2000 US\n• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n• +1 646 931 3860 US \nMeeting ID: 828 7774 5556\nPasscode: 626512
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/employee-roundtable-2/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T120000
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SUMMARY:Conservation District Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Districts Advisory Council Meets April 18 \nHELENA\, MT —  The Conservation Districts Advisory Council (CDAC) will meet on April 18 from 10:00  a.m.- noon to review Conservation District Planning\, Project\, and Pollinator grant applications. \nThe purpose of the Council is to advise and assist the CDB on programs\, activities\, and programs relating to conservation districts. Specifically\, the Council will: \n\nAdvise and assist the Conservation Districts Bureau on district operations and conservation-related issues including impending conservation matters.\nFacilitate communication between the Conservation Districts Bureau and districts.\nAdvocate about the importance of the work and value of the districts to the public\, partners\, and stakeholders.\nActively participate in recruiting\, training\, and engaging district supervisors.\n\nTo participate via zoom\, email Denise Cook at dcook3@mt.gov with your name and a request. Instructions will be sent for joining and participating in the meeting by 5 p.m. the day before the meeting. Written comments may be emailed to CDB staff and forwarded to the Council. \nZoom Link Here \nMeeting ID: 868 9927 7264 Password: 368468 \nDail by Telephone +1 646 558 8656 \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/conservation-district-advisory-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T150000
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CREATED:20240402T140057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T140057Z
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SUMMARY:Gallatin Valley Earth Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gallatin Valley Earth Day Festival\nSaturday April 20th\, 2024 from 10am-3pm \nGallatin Valley Fairgrounds  \nBozeman\, MT  \nCome celebrate Earth Day at the Gallatin Valley Fairgrounds. There will be exhibits\, talks\, children’s activities\, food\, music and more! \nFull Agenda Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/gallatin-valley-earth-day-festival/
LOCATION:Gallatin County Fairgrounds\, 901 N Black Ave\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240422T170000
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CREATED:20240222T175635Z
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SUMMARY:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Session7
DESCRIPTION:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Sessions\nMonday\, April 22 Chinook\, MT  \nEnd of Sale ~ 3 pm at the Bear Paw Livestock  \nThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) will hold a series of listening sessions throughout the spring as part of their Producer Profitability Initiative\, aiming to gather input and ideas from livestock producers on ways to strengthen the American livestock industry. The listening sessions are part of the organization’s Producer Profitability Initiative\, a grassroots movement started and led by cattle ranchers who have a vision to create a sustainable future for the American livestock industry. All livestock producers are invited to attend\, attendees do not need to be MSGA members. \nFull Event Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/msga-producer-profitability-listening-session7/
LOCATION:Chinook\, Chinook\, MT\, 59523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240424T130000
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CREATED:20240410T140127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T140127Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Leasing Through Grassland CRP
DESCRIPTION:Habitat Leasing Through Grassland CRP\nApril 24 12:00PM-1:00PM \nJoin Western Landowners Alliance and national experts to learn about habitat leasing through Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Grassland CRP is a voluntary\, working lands program managed through the Farm Service Agency (FSA) that contracts with producers and operators to protect grassland\, including rangeland\, pastureland\, and wildlife habitat while also maintaining the areas as grazing lands. In return for maintaining the grazing lands according to an NRCS-approved management plan\, the FSA pays producers annual rental payments and cost share assistance while allowing livestock production activities to continue. FSA bases rental rates on 75 percent of the cash rent data provided by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) plus a climate- smart practice incentive. While the signup period has not yet been announced\, the exact rental rates and program details for each state and county will be available when the sign up period opens this spring. During the webinar\, we will cover who qualifies\, how to apply\, how the program works\, what is required of the landowner or producer and general program details. \nOur expert panelists include:\n\nPatrick Lewis\, FSA Acting Grassland CRP Program Manager;\nKatrina Thompson\, NRCS National CSP Program Manager;\nChris Robinson\, Wyoming Landowner and CEO and co-owner of The Ensign Group\nMathew Stark\, California Producer\n\nZoom Registration Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/habitat-leasing-through-grassland-crp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240417T162348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T162442Z
UID:43236-1714046400-1714050000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Outcomes Web Series
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Outcomes Web Series: Emerging Findings on the Effects of Cover Crops on Grassland Birds\nApril 25  12:00pm-1:00pm \nAs the use of cover crops to improve soil health and reduce water quality concerns on working cropland has increased in recent years\, questions have emerged regarding the value of cover crops to wildlife. For example\, do cover crops provide needed habitat for grassland birds\, a group that has experienced widespread population decline in recent decades? What is the value of cover crop fields to grassland birds during the winter\, spring migration\, and breeding periods compared to cropland fields without cover crops or areas of perennial cover? \nDr. Adam Janke of Iowa State University and Dr. David Buehler of the University of Tennessee will provide answers to these questions and more during our free\, one-hour Conservation Outcomes Webinar. This webinar will share findings from recent studies examining bird use of cover crops in Iowa and Tennessee conducted in partnership with USDA’s Conservation Effects Assessment Project. Findings may be used to support on-the-ground cropland management decisions informed by a better understanding of the potential role of cover crops in grassland bird conservation efforts. \nMore Information  \n  \nJoin Meeting Below  \nJoin Teams Meeting  \nYou may also join via audio only: \nPhone Number: 202-650-0123\nPhone Conference ID: 554 587 395#
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/conservation-outcomes-web-series/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240411T195819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T195819Z
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SUMMARY:Water Quality 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Water Quality 101 Webinar\nApril 25 1:00pm-2:30pm via Zoom \nLearn about the fundamentals of water quality as they relate to water monitoring during a Water Quality 101 webinar collaboratively hosted by Montana State University Extension\, Montana Department of Environmental Quality\, Monitoring Montana Waters\, and MWCC. The webinar is geared for volunteer monitoring program coordinators but is open to anyone with an interest in water quality topics. \nThis webinar will be led by Dr. Adam Sigler (MSU Extension) and Abbie Ebert (DEQ) in coordination with Dr. Rachel Malison (Flathead Lake Biological Station) and the Montana Watershed Coordination Council. \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/water-quality-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240411T193809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T144220Z
UID:43161-1714125600-1714136400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Yellowstone Conservation District Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Yellowstone Conservation District Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway\nApril 26 10:00am-1:00pm \n1670S. 48th St. West Billings\, MT 59106 \n  \nThe Yellowstone Conservation District is providing free trees to Yellowstone County residents in celebration of Arbor Day. Over 300 bagged trees will be given away as well as free planting guides for the trees. \nThe trees that will be given away this year are: \n1. Ash\, Green – 2-3’ bareroot\n2. American Plum – 3’+ – bareroot\n3. Amur Maple – 3’+ bareroot\n4. Cottonwood Siouxland – 3-5’ bareroot\n5. Lilac\, Villosa – 3’ bareroot\n6. Linden\, American – 3-5’ bareroot\n7. Ponderosa pine – 10 cubic inch containers\n8. Red Osier Dogwood – 2-3’ bareroot\n9. Quaking Aspen – 10 & 27 cubic inch containers \nTrees will not be given out before 10:00am. Tree quantities are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. \nContact Yellowstone Conservation District if you have any questions. \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/yellowstone-conservation-district-annual-arbor-day-tree-giveaway/
LOCATION:Billings\, MT\, Billings\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240222T180359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T180359Z
UID:41755-1714410000-1714417200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Session 8
DESCRIPTION:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Sessions\nMonday April 29 Missoula\, MT  \n5:00 pm at the Five Valleys Livestock Auction \nThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) will hold a series of listening sessions throughout the spring as part of their Producer Profitability Initiative\, aiming to gather input and ideas from livestock producers on ways to strengthen the American livestock industry. The listening sessions are part of the organization’s Producer Profitability Initiative\, a grassroots movement started and led by cattle ranchers who have a vision to create a sustainable future for the American livestock industry. All livestock producers are invited to attend\, attendees do not need to be MSGA members. \nFull Event Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/msga-producer-profitability-listening-session-8/
LOCATION:Missoula\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240502
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240416T184809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T184809Z
UID:43205-1714521600-1714607999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Rangeland Resources Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rangeland Resources Committee Meeting\nMay 1\, 2024  \nFull Agenda Here  \nZoom Link Here \nMeeting ID: 848 5543 3650 \nPassword: 513789 \nDial by Telephone \n+1 646 558 8656 \nFind your local number: https://mt-gov.zoom.us/u/kEXLns2Yv
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/rangeland-resources-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240401T202859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T202859Z
UID:42833-1714726800-1714755600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Montana Agritourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:2024 Montana Agritourism Conference: Building Agritourism from the Ground Up: Inviting You to the Table.\nMay 3\, 2024 9am-5pm \nMontana State University  \nBozeman\, MT \nThe Montana Agritourism Conference is organized by the Montana Agritourism Fellows and MSU\, where professionals from various fields like tourism\, agriculture\, education\, and government come together to explore agritourism. The theme\, “Building Agritourism from the Ground Up: Inviting You to the Table\,” guides discussions on starting and managing agritourism businesses\, effective marketing strategies\, funding opportunities\, state-level initiatives\, and more. Keynote speakers\, including founders of successful agritourism ventures and researchers\, share their insights. It’s a great chance to learn\, connect\, and get inspired in the agritourism industry. \nFull Agenda Here \nClick Here to Register \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-agritourism-conference/
LOCATION:Montana State University\, Culbertson Hall\, 100\, Bozeman\, MT 59717\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240410T134116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T134116Z
UID:43098-1714734000-1714743000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Cattle Handling and Stockman Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Cattle Handling and Stockman Clinic\nMay 3rd\, 2024  \nLewistown Livestock Yards   \nLewistown\, MT \nCome join a cattle handling and stockmanship clinic in Lewistown on May 3rd. There will be presentations\, free lunch\, and more! \nFor more information reach out to Ryan or Megan Green at (406) 462-5408. \nEvent Poster
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cattle-handling-and-stockman-clinic/
LOCATION:Lewistown\, Lewistown\, MT\, 59457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240222T180823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T180823Z
UID:41758-1715274000-1715281200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Session 9
DESCRIPTION:MSGA Producer Profitability Listening Sessions\nThursday\, May 9 Great Falls\, MT  \n5:00 pm at the Western Livestock Auction \nThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) will hold a series of listening sessions throughout the spring as part of their Producer Profitability Initiative\, aiming to gather input and ideas from livestock producers on ways to strengthen the American livestock industry. The listening sessions are part of the organization’s Producer Profitability Initiative\, a grassroots movement started and led by cattle ranchers who have a vision to create a sustainable future for the American livestock industry. All livestock producers are invited to attend\, attendees do not need to be MSGA members. \nFull Event Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/msga-producer-profitability-listening-session-9/
LOCATION:Great Falls\, Great Falls\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240508T133910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T133911Z
UID:43741-1715698800-1715706000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting\nMay 14\, 2024 3:00pm-5:00pm  &  May 15\, 2024 8:30am-3:00pm \nFort Peck Interpretive Center\, 157 Yellowstone Rd\, Fort Peck\, MT 59223 or Zoom \nMay Meeting Objectives\nFull Agenda  \n\nDetermine path forward on the role of the judiciary\nDiscuss and refine draft policy concepts and language for provisional permits\nGain shared understanding of and discuss recommended approach on reconciling changes with final decrees\nGain shared understanding of proposed science-based criteria as related to exempt well discussion and evolving policy recommendations\nDiscuss and understand potential policy concepts regarding exempt wells\nContinue to develop creative and inclusive solutions in addressing areas of concern\nReminder: Recordings of prior Stakeholder Working Group meetings\, as well as notes and other handouts\, are all available in the Meetings & Materials archive on the Comprehensive Water Review website.\n\nMay 14 Zoom Registration \nMay 15 Zoom Registration
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/comprehensive-water-review-stakeholder-working-group-meeting-2/2024-05-14/
LOCATION:Fort Peck\, Fort Peck\, MT\, 59248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240508T133910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T133910Z
UID:43743-1715761800-1715785200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting\nMay 14\, 2024 3:00pm-5:00pm  &  May 15\, 2024 8:30am-3:00pm \nFort Peck Interpretive Center\, 157 Yellowstone Rd\, Fort Peck\, MT 59223 or Zoom \nMay Meeting Objectives\nFull Agenda  \n\nDetermine path forward on the role of the judiciary\nDiscuss and refine draft policy concepts and language for provisional permits\nGain shared understanding of and discuss recommended approach on reconciling changes with final decrees\nGain shared understanding of proposed science-based criteria as related to exempt well discussion and evolving policy recommendations\nDiscuss and understand potential policy concepts regarding exempt wells\nContinue to develop creative and inclusive solutions in addressing areas of concern\nReminder: Recordings of prior Stakeholder Working Group meetings\, as well as notes and other handouts\, are all available in the Meetings & Materials archive on the Comprehensive Water Review website.\n\nMay 14 Zoom Registration \nMay 15 Zoom Registration
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/comprehensive-water-review-stakeholder-working-group-meeting-2/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:Fort Peck\, Fort Peck\, MT\, 59248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20220119T234558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T143920Z
UID:28529-1715767200-1715774400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Employee Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:EO Roundtable Meetings usually meet on the third Wednesday of the month. For this month’s zoom information contact Chris Evans (chris@lewisandclarkcd.org). [Note: The EO Roundtable meetings for July 2025 and August 2025 have both been cancelled. For more information\, contact Chris Evans.]\n\nTopic: MCDEO Roundtable\nTime: 10:00 AM Mountain Time (US and Canada)\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYlcO6vqj4vH9JCgJL-Wxx0Fi_fv8J3lFOD/ics?icsToken=DEGG1umcCWKBUYQiuQAALAAAADwKmtGvG2Rvb0Ff-PjxGh-OCZo8B4pWN1MFq51i9EHWuYLq0wiyxAIgdIFl_0MckQV3gWP3-FYgUYYRQTAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=lPa1Rf1TSMegj2n2gdrRKQ\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82877745556Meeting ID: 828 7774 5556\nPasscode: 626512— \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,82877745556#\,\,\,\,*626512# US (Houston)\n+16694449171\,\,82877745556#\,\,\,\,*626512# US \n— \nDial by your location\n• +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n• +1 669 444 9171 US\n• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n• +1 719 359 4580 US\n• +1 253 205 0468 US\n• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n• +1 689 278 1000 US\n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n• +1 305 224 1968 US\n• +1 309 205 3325 US\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n• +1 360 209 5623 US\n• +1 386 347 5053 US\n• +1 507 473 4847 US\n• +1 564 217 2000 US\n• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n• +1 646 931 3860 US \nMeeting ID: 828 7774 5556\nPasscode: 626512
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/employee-roundtable-2/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240522T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240516T185614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T185614Z
UID:43860-1716382800-1716388200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Conversation\nMWCC Fundraising Workshop Follow-Up\nMay 22\, 2024 \n 01:00pm-02:30pm \nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 22 for a Conservation Conversation with Certified Fundraising Executive Chany Ockert  about some of the key concepts she shared at the Fundraising Workshop\, including annual fund development planning\, donor relationships\, budgeting\, tracking\, evaluation\, and more! \nRegister HERE
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/conservation-conversation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240424T152457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T152458Z
UID:43367-1716458400-1716462000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Early Detection Rapid Response Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Early Detection Rapid Response Webinar\nMay 23\, 2024 at 10:00am-11:00am  \nMontana Department of Agriculture will be hosting a Spring 2024 Early Detection Rapid Response Webinar\, via Zoom. \nZoom Link Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/early-detection-rapid-response-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240517T161237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T161238Z
UID:43870-1716469200-1716472800@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Reserve Program Outcomes Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Reserve Program Outcomes Webinar\nMay 23\, 2024  \n01:00pm-02:00pm \nSpatial Models of Grassland Quality and Risk of Conversion for Evaluating CRP Enrollment \nPresenter: Kevin W. Barnes\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service \nAbstract: Grasslands\, especially those on the economic margin\, face mounting threats from agricultural expansion and development. To safeguard these valuable systems\, Grassland CRP offers financial support to protect high-quality grasslands at risk of conversion while allowing sustainable grazing and haying. \nUsing consistent\, transparent\, evidence-based decision-support tools for prioritizing Grassland CRP enrollment can ensure program effectiveness and accountability. \nThis study introduces three innovative spatial models for evaluating candidate parcels: \n\nLand cover classification model identifying potentially undisturbed grasslands\nLandscape-scale predictions of future grassland conversion to cropland or development\nBioindicator metrics of ecosystem health/wildlife benefits\n\n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor more information about webinars and assessments\, visit FSA’s Monitoring\, Assessment\, and Evaluation page. \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/conservation-reserve-program-outcomes-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240530T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240530T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240516T192522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T192523Z
UID:43865-1717075800-1717079400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:The National Council of Nonprofits New Federal Grant Rules Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The National Council of Nonprofits New Federal Grant Rules Webinar\nMay 30\, 2024  \n01:30pm-02:30pm  \nThe federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently unveiled significant changes to the grantmaking rules governing federal funding. The networks of the National Council of Nonprofits are hosting a special\, nationwide free webinar\, OMB Uniform Guidance: What the Updates Mean for Nonprofits \nRegister Here \nMore Information on the New Changes
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/the-national-council-of-nonprofits-new-federal-grant-rules-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240603T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T202636Z
UID:44165-1717286400-1717891199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Montana’s Noxious Weed Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Montana’s Noxious Weed Awareness Week\nJoin the Montana Department of Agriculture in celebrating Montana’s Noxious Weed Awareness Week (MNWAW). This year\, MNWAW will be celebrated Sunday\, June 2nd – Saturday\, June 8th. \n  \nThis year\, MWCA will be sharing a variety of resources daily\, via our email system and Facebook page. We will also hold our gun raffle fundraiser LIVE on the MDA Noxious Weeks Facebook page every day at 12 p.m. MT. The following are topics of focus for each day: \nSunday\, June 2nd: Prevention \nMonday\, June 3rd: Biocontrol \nTuesday\, June 4th: Revegetation/Natives \nWednesday\, June 5th: Chemical \nThursday\, June 6th: Grazing/Cultural \nFriday\, June 7th: Mapping/Monitoring \nSaturday\, June 8th: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) \nThe Montana Department of Agriculture is serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky. For more information on department programs and services\, visit agr.mt.gov.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montanas-noxious-weed-awareness-week/
LOCATION:Montana
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240226T122928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T184045Z
UID:41859-1718064000-1718323199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MACD Spring Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 MACD Spring Board Meeting will take place in Helena from June 11th to June 13th. Please see the MACD Spring Board page for further details.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/macd-spring-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Montana
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240304T222939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T170538Z
UID:42125-1718064000-1718323199@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:406 Grazing Academy
DESCRIPTION:406 Grazing Academy\nJune 11-13 in Miles City \nRegistration Ends: April\, 26\, 2024 \nJoin us for the 406 Grazing Academy; a 3-day hands-on workshop for ranchers wanting to sharpen their skills for solving grazing management challenges on their ranch. The event will feature a field day\, educational speakers\, and hands-on learning opportunities. \nWorkshop cost is $200 per person and includes educational materials\, monitoring kit\, dinner and lunch all 3 days. Participants are responsible for travel and hotel costs. A limited number of scholarships to assist those interested in attending are available through the Montana Rural Employment Opportunities (REO) program. \nA block of rooms has been reserved at The Miles City Inn & Suites\, use code: 406 Grazing Academy to reserve your room. Room block and event registration both end 4/26/2024. Class size is limited\, so register today! \nIf you need assistance registering\, contact Stacey Barta at (406) 594-8481  \nor Shantell Martin at (406) 531-4584 \nRegister Here \nScholarship Information \n406 Grazing Academy Informational Flyer
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/406-grazing-academy-2/
LOCATION:Miles City\, Miles City\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240322T183730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T170050Z
UID:42457-1718179200-1718211600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MCDEO Spring Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MCDEO Spring Board Meeting\nJune 12\, 2024 \n02:30pm-05:30pm \nMontana Conference Room\, DNRC\, 1539 11th Ave \nHelena\, MT \nWe will be reviewing the new framework of the organization’s strategic plan\, for which we’ll be seeking feedback and ideas from our members. Those will be incorporated into the plan as possible\, and the final draft will be available for review by the MCDEO Fall Membership meeting. Following the Spring Board meeting\, in-person attendees are invited to take part in the MACD Sponsored dinner at Ten Mile Brewery. \nFull Meeting Agenda  \nPlease RSVP on here. \n  \nZOOM MEETING INFORMATION  \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88697812186?pwd=akZGSFhBTk5tS08ycmVmazFIRi9DUT09 \nMeeting ID: 886 9781 2186\nPasscode: 877521\n—\nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,88697812186#\,\,\,\,*877521# US (Houston)\n+16694449171\,\,88697812186#\,\,\,\,*877521# US\n—\nDial by your location\n• +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n• +1 669 444 9171 US\n• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n• +1 719 359 4580 US\n• +1 253 205 0468 US\n• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n• +1 507 473 4847 US\n• +1 564 217 2000 US\n• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n• +1 646 931 3860 US\n• +1 689 278 1000 US\n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n• +1 305 224 1968 US\n• +1 309 205 3325 US\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n• +1 360 209 5623 US\n• +1 386 347 5053 US \n  \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/mcdeo-spring-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Montana DNRC Headquarters\, 1539 11th Ave\, Helena\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T154240
CREATED:20240507T140833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T140834Z
UID:43714-1718213400-1718220600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MACD Annual Barbeque
DESCRIPTION:MACD Annual Barbeque\nJune 12\, 2024 at 5:30pm \nTen Mile Brewing 48 N Last Chance Gulch\, Helena\, MT 59601 \nFollowing the MACD Spring Board Meeting you are invited to the Annual MACD Barbeque at Ten Mile Brewing\, food will be provided by Bad Betty’s Barbeque. \nMACD BBQ Invitation
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/macd-annual-barbeque-2/
LOCATION:Ten Mile Brewing\, Helena
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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