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SUMMARY:Old Salt Festival
DESCRIPTION:Old Salt Festival\nJune 21-23  \nMannix Family Ranch in Helmville\, Montana \n\nPresented by the Old Salt Co-op\, the 2nd annual Old Salt Festival is a food & music celebration of Montana land stewardship held June 21-23rd\, 2024. We’re bringing together top chefs\, Americana musicians\, Montana ranchers\, and Western makers to celebrate in high Montana style on the Mannix Family Ranch.  \nWhat does that mean? It means that attendees will be eating food grown by Montana producers and cooked by celebrity chefs\, dancing to music with a deeply Western soul\, and engaging with artists hellbent on keeping craft traditions and handhewn creativity intact.  \nYou can also expect to learn about the ways of the working ranches that make up the Old Salt Co-op\, whether that’s attending the butchery demonstration\, learning about low stress livestock handling\, or digging into cooking over fire with our chef teams.  \nMusical Headliners: The Last Revel (Friday)\, Emily Nenni (Saturday)\, and Summer Dean (Sunday) \nFeatured Chefs: Chef Eduardo Garcia\, Mona & Jaret from Tournant PDX\, and Spike Gjerde of Woodberry Kitchen \nOther Experiences We’re Excited to Feature: \n— Well thought-out spaces for kids to play\, engage\, and learn \n— A mule packing demo with the Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation and Chris Eyer\, the “Mule Dragger” \n— Glamping onsite from Wild Productions \n— Talks with authors Hal Herring and Betsy Gaines Quammen led by Ed Roberson of Mountain + Prairie \nEvent Flyer \nFAQ \nPurchase Tickets Here \nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/old-salt-festival/
LOCATION:Mannix Family Ranch\, 142 S. Nevada Creek Rd\, Helmville\, MT\, 59843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240621T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240621T200000
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SUMMARY:Riparian Planting at Gallatin County Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:June 20-21\, 2024 \n04:30pm-08:00pm \n Gallatin County Regional Park \n5000 Tschache Ln\, Bozeman\, MT 59718 \nCelebrate the Summer Solstice and plant native trees and shrubs this Thursday and Friday from 4:30-8:00 pm at Gallatin County Regional Park! The Gallatin Watershed Council\, Craighead Institute\, and Sacajawea Audubon Society have partnered to enhance wildlife habitat\, improve water quality\, and increase shade along the small stream that runs through the park. This project is the second phase of planting at this site\, adding to last year’s successful planting of 58 native trees and shrubs. All are welcome\, and we hope to see you there on Thursday\, Friday\, or both evenings! \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/riparian-planting-at-gallatin-county-regional-park/2024-06-21/
LOCATION:Gallatin County Regional Park\, 5000 Tschache Ln\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240625T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240528T161419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T161420Z
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SUMMARY:National Watershed Coalition Webinar
DESCRIPTION:National Watershed Coalition Webinar\nUnlocking the EWP Program: Strategies for Success \nJune 25\, 2024 \n09:30AM \nDive a little deeper into the NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program with our exclusive webinar\, “Unlocking the EWP Program: Strategies for Success.” Join our expert panel as they share key insights\, tips\, tricks\, and strategies essential for mastering the EWP process. This session promises to share the path to success through a comprehensive exploration of sponsor strategies\, planning readiness\, overcoming common challenges\, and managing aggressive schedules. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise as we dive into the essentials of effective partnering\, aligning project expectations\, project phasing\, and optimizing compliance with a focus on best practices and checklists. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the EWP program\, this webinar is designed to transform your approach to the program and ensure successful outcomes. \nZoom Registration
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/national-watershed-coalition-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240604T163638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T163639Z
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SUMMARY:NACD GRANTS 101: Program overview\, application\, and effective management
DESCRIPTION:NACD GRANTS 101: Program overview\, application\, and effective management\nJune 26\, 2024 \n10:00am \nZoom \nJoin National Association of Conservation District staff and Erin Kilcullen\, Deschutes SWCD to learn more about NACD grant programs and effective management. \nPre-registration is required to get the meeting link and attendance is limited to the first 500! \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nacd-grants-101-program-overview-application-and-effective-management/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T151500
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240530T153839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T150544Z
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SUMMARY:CMR Community Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CMR Community Working Group Meeting\nRangeland Monitoring 101 Training and Tour  (Part 2 of 3) \nJune 27\, 2024 \n09:00am-03:15pm \nWinnett\, MT \nThe CMR Community Working Group (CMR CWG) is excited to keep moving forward with the three-part series of meetings related to rangeland monitoring. The next will be a hands-on monitoring opportunity June 27\, based out of Winnett\, MT. We have a great line-up of experts who will guide participants in hands-on demonstrations on how to do several different parts of a greater monitoring plan for your own ranch and land management. There is NO virtual option for this meeting and training\, as we will mostly be in the field. \nPlease RSVP by June 17 so we can plan for the day accordingly by emailing Molly at mrcdc@macdnet.org or calling 406-454-0056. \nCMR Community Working Group Agenda \nInformational Flyer
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cmr-community-working-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Winnet\, MT\, Winnet\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240617T171019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T171021Z
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SUMMARY:MEPA Working Group
DESCRIPTION:MEPA Working Group\nJune 27\, 2024 \n04:00pm \nZoom Registration  \nThe MEPA Workgroup convened by DEQ in January 2024 has released its draft final report for public review and comment. Over the past five months\, the workgroup met to discuss some of the biggest perceived challenges associated with implementation of the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). The workgroup heard presentations from DEQ staff and individual members\, considered public comment\, and discussed key challenges\, barriers\, and potential solutions. The report contains 12 detailed recommendations for consideration by state policymakers. Though the workgroup focused most of its attention on DEQ and DEQ’s implementation of MEPA\, these recommendations may apply to multiple state agencies. \nThe recommendations included in this report do not reflect full consensus from the workgroup. Where members disagreed\, the differing opinions and opposing viewpoints they shared are documented throughout the report. \nFor more information about the work group\, visit: https://deq.mt.gov/about/MEPA \nAssociated Documents: \n\nDraft Final Report of the MEPA Workgroup\n\nComment Period Closes: June 24\, 2024 \nSubmit Comments To: DEQ’s Public Comment Portal
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/mepa-working-group/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T152234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T152531Z
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SUMMARY:CEMIST Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CEMIST Quarterly Meeting\nJuly 8\, 2024 \n02:00pm-04:00pm \nYellowstone CD Office  \n1670 S. 48th Street West\, Suite #2 \nBillings\, MT \nThe focus of the meeting will be for our partners to give an update on their efforts in the Invasive Species Management as well as an update from CEMIST on our current efforts and focus. The meeting will be in person with zoom availability as well. \nFull Agenda Here \nZoom Link
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cemist-quarterly-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Yellowstone Conservation District Office\, 1670 S 48th St W\, Billings\, MT\, 59106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240227T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165912Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event
DESCRIPTION:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event\nTuesday\, July 9  \nEureka\, 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 summer event is Monday\, July 1\, 2024 \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-department-of-agriculture-waste-pesticide-disposal-event-4/
LOCATION:Eureka\, Eureka\, MT\, 59917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240709T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T155133Z
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SUMMARY:MISC Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MISC Council Meeting\nJuly 9\, 2024 \n08:30am-02:30pm \nBig Horn Resort  \n1801 Majestic Lane \nBillings\, MT \nRegistration Deadline: July 5 \nThe council will discuss plans for the invasive species summit\, review new videos\, and hear an update about invasive woody tree projects addressing saltcedar\, Russian olive\, and common buckthorn. A tour of a woody invasive tree removal project at a local park will follow the meeting. \nThis meeting is open to the public and virtual attendance is available with pre-registration. To attend the meeting in-person or via zoom\, register before noon on July 5th by emailing anna.connerton@mt.gov or calling (406)444-2613. Include your name\, email and affiliation when registering. Written comments can be emailed to staff and will be forwarded to the Council. \nFull Agenda Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/misc-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Big Horn Resort\, 1801 Majestic Lane\, Billings\, MT\, 59102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240709T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240703T153454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T153455Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Comprehensive Water Review Stakeholder Working Group Meeting\nJuly 9\, 2024 \n09:00am-4:00pm \nMontana Room\, DNRC Headquarters \nHelena\, MT \nJuly Meeting Objectives\n\nGain clarity and understanding of all bill drafts and recommendations on the table\nIdentify path forward for Exempt Well policy recommendations – red\, yellow\, and green\nareas\nDetermine next steps to finalizing bill drafts by August 19th SWG meeting\nIdentify small working groups for finalizing edits to bill drafts for SWG review/voting\nContinue to develop creative and inclusive solutions in addressing areas of concern\n\nMeeting Agenda \nZoom Registration
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/comprehensive-water-review-stakeholder-working-group-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Montana DNRC Headquarters\, 1539 11th Ave\, Helena\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240227T165353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165834Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event
DESCRIPTION:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event\nWednesday\, July 10  \nClearwater Junction\, 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 summer event is Monday\, July 1\, 2024 \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/41951/
LOCATION:Clearwater\, Clearwater\, MT\, 59823\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240514T161518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T161520Z
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SUMMARY:Riparian Grazing Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Riparian Grazing Management Workshop\n\n\nJuly 10\,2024 \n09:00am-03:00pm \nSweet Grass County Fairgrounds \n78 Fairgrounds Rd\, Big Timber\, MT 59011 \n\n\nMore Information Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/riparian-grazing-management-workshop/
LOCATION:Sweet Grass County Fairgrounds\, 78 Fairgrounds Rd\, Big Timber\, MT\, 59011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240712
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240227T165733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165734Z
UID:41955-1720656000-1720742399@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event
DESCRIPTION:Montana Department of Agriculture Waste Pesticide Disposal Event\nThursday\, July 11  \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 summer event is Monday\, July 1\, 2024 \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/montana-department-of-agriculture-waste-pesticide-disposal-event-5/
LOCATION:Butte\, Butte\, MT\, 59701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240703T154336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T154337Z
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SUMMARY:Feedback Call on HB 114 Preapplication Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Feedback Call on HB 114 Preapplication Meetings\nJuly 11\, 2024 \n10:00am-12:00pm \nZoom \nZoom Registration  \n\nMeeting Agenda \n– Purpose of preapplication meetings in HB 114 process \n– Summary data from 2024 preapplication meetings to date \n– Breakout Groups: discuss successes and challenges with preapplication meetings; ideas for improvement \n– Return to large Group & share summaries of small group discussions\, open up for additional feedback \n\nPublic participation is critical to the success of the Stakeholder Working Group\, and we are grateful to hear your input and concerns. There will be time for public comment at every SWG meeting\, and we are also committed to creating additional opportunities for participation. Do you have questions or concerns to share with the Stakeholder Working Group? Email us! Comments received are distributed to the SWG members\, and questions are directed to the appropriate DNRC staff or SWG member.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/feedback-call-on-hb-114-preapplication-meetings/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T172937Z
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SUMMARY:CD Water Reservation Training: Training 1
DESCRIPTION:CD Water Reservation Training\nTraining 1\nJuly 11\, 2024 \n01:00pm-03:00pm \nIn 1978\, the Board of Natural Resources and Conservation granted water reservations to 14 Conservation Districts in the Yellowstone River basin. Ten CDs were granted reservations in the upper Missouri River basin in 1992\, and eleven CDs were given reservations in the lower and Little Missouri River basins in 1994. Some CDs have reservations in more than one basin.  CDB will host a three-part virtual training series in July that will be recorded \nTraining 1 will be about history\, checklist\, and forms overview\, manual and maintenance\, public notice\, board meetings\, working with CDB and consultants. \n  \nMeeting materials and Zoom invites will be emailed prior to each training. There are new standardized forms that should be reviewed prior to the trainings. Reach out to your CD Specialist for more questions.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cd-water-reservation-training-training-1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240717T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20220119T234558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T143939Z
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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-2/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240717T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240709T163919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T163920Z
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SUMMARY:Taxes on Grant Awards Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Taxes on Grant Awards Webinar\nJuly 17\, 2024 \n11:00am-12:30pm \nIn most cases\, the funds from USDA grant awards are taxable income. This webinar provides information on the potential effects of grant programs on taxes and discusses offsetting tax deductions from the use of these funds. \nZoom Registration
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/taxes-on-grant-awards-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T174000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T174001Z
UID:44506-1721293200-1721300400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:CD Water Reservation Training: Training 2
DESCRIPTION:CD Water Reservation Training\nTraining 2\nJuly 18\, 2024 \n09:00am-11:00am \nIn 1978\, the Board of Natural Resources and Conservation granted water reservations to 14 Conservation Districts in the Yellowstone River basin. Ten CDs were granted reservations in the upper Missouri River basin in 1992\, and eleven CDs were given reservations in the lower and Little Missouri River basins in 1994. Some CDs have reservations in more than one basin.  CDB will host a three-part virtual training series in July that will be recorded. \nTraining 2 will be about forms and workflow processes. \n  \nMeeting materials and Zoom invites will be emailed prior to each training. There are new standardized forms that should be reviewed prior to the trainings. Reach out to your CD Specialist for more questions.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cd-water-reservation-training-training-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240718T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240712T150630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T150808Z
UID:44733-1721298600-1721302200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Convene Webinar: How to Work with (Almost) Anyone
DESCRIPTION:Convene Webinar: How to Work with (Almost) Anyone\nJuly 18\, 2024 \n10:30am-11:30am \n\nYour happiness and your success depend on your working relationships.\n\n\nHow well you work with your boss.\nThe people you manage. \nThe way collaboration happens with colleagues and peers.\nHow you connect with clients and the people you serve.\n\n\n \n\n\nBut the hard truth is this: most of us leave the health and fate of these relationships to chance. We say “Hi\,” exchange pleasantries … and hope for the best. But many relationships become suboptimal at some point\, whether it’s a good one that goes off the rails or one that was poor from the start. But it doesn’t have to be like this. Every working relationship can be better. In this webinar Michael Bungay Stanier will show you how to build the best possible relationships.\n\n \n\nYou will learn: (Learning Objectives)\n\n\n5 powerful questions that deepen trust.\nHow to set relationships up for success from the beginning.\nHow to maintain relationships so they thrive.\nHow to rebuild poor relationships.\n\n  \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION  \nRegister Here \nDistrict Employees should select the National Conservation District Employees Association as their organization to register.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/convene-webinar-how-to-work-with-almost-anyone/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240726
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240401T204242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T204242Z
UID:42842-1721606400-1721951999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:2024 Western Regional Cooperative Soil Survey Conference
DESCRIPTION:2024 Western Regional Cooperative Soil Survey Conference\nJuly 22-25\, 2024 \nMissoula\, MT \nThe 2024 Western Regional Cooperative Soil Survey Conference will be hosted by Montana State University and held in Missoula\, Montana. The conference theme is: “Soilscapes to Landscapes: Focused Conservation for Reinvigorating Healthy Communities.” \nMore Information and Agenda Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/2024-western-regional-cooperative-soil-survey-conference/
LOCATION:Missoula\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240618T011754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T011949Z
UID:44338-1721728800-1721732400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MACD Resolution Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Resolution Info Session \nJul 23\, 2024 10:00 AM\nJul 30\, 2024 1:00 PM \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/86059134335?pwd=aTEugwQSSepl39pcYb3YUbJdjl6rag.1 \nMeeting ID: 860 5913 4335\nPasscode: 189066 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+12532158782\,\,86059134335#\,\,\,\,*189066# US (Tacoma)\n+13462487799\,\,86059134335#\,\,\,\,*189066# US (Houston) \n  \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/macd-resolution-info-session/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T161431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T160407Z
UID:44500-1721815200-1721818800@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Northern Great Plains Joint Venture Quarterly Webinar Series: Grazing 101
DESCRIPTION:Northern Great Plains Joint Venture Quarterly Webinar Series\nGrazing 101\nJuly 24\, 2024 \n10:00am-11:00am \nJoin Here \nThe Northern Great Plains Joint Venture is launching a quarterly webinar series for the region’s private lands conservation field staff. All webinar topics come directly from you\, our audience\, via event activities and surveys! Please send your ideas for future webinars to Krista Erdman at kerdman@ducks.org or Tayler Scherr at tscherr@ducks.org. Our target audience is Northern Great Plains private lands conservation staff\, but our webinars are free and open to all. \nDr. Krista Ehlert\, South Dakota State University Assistant Professor and State Extension Range Specialist\, will join us to talk about the fundamentals of grazing in the Northern Great Plains. Come learn about the principles of range management\, whole system planning\, and the impacts of grazing on plant growth and development. Join the event from the Microsoft Teams app or from Microsoft Edge or Chrome. \nRegister Here 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/northern-great-plains-quarterly-webinar-series-grazing-101/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240701T174633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T174634Z
UID:44509-1721826000-1721833200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:CD Water Reservation Training: Training 3
DESCRIPTION:CD Water Reservation Training\nTraining 3\nJuly 24\, 2024 \n01:00pm-03:00pm \nIn 1978\, the Board of Natural Resources and Conservation granted water reservations to 14 Conservation Districts in the Yellowstone River basin. Ten CDs were granted reservations in the upper Missouri River basin in 1992\, and eleven CDs were given reservations in the lower and Little Missouri River basins in 1994. Some CDs have reservations in more than one basin.  CDB will host a three-part virtual training series in July that will be recorded. \nTraining 3 will continue with forms and workflow processes. \n  \nMeeting materials and Zoom invites will be emailed prior to each training. There are new standardized forms that should be reviewed prior to the trainings. Reach out to your CD Specialist for more questions.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/cd-water-reservation-training-training-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240729T173911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T181518Z
UID:45479-1722243600-1722265200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Flathead Waters Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Flathead Waters Clean-Up\nAugust 10\,2024 \nClean-up: 09:00am-03:00pm \nAfter-Party & Prize Giveaway: 04:00pm-08:00pm \nThe 2024 Flathead Waters Cleanup will take place on Saturday\, August 10th – mark your calendars! The cleanup itself will occur between 9AM and 3PM. After-Party & Prize Giveaway – 4 PM to 8 PM. After the cleanup\, join us at Sacred Waters Brewing Co. for food\, drinks\, and chances to win amazing prizes! \nMore Information and Registration Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/flathead-waters-clean-up/
LOCATION:Flathead Lake\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240618T011754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T011950Z
UID:44340-1722344400-1722348000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MACD Resolution Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Resolution Info Session \nJul 23\, 2024 10:00 AM\nJul 30\, 2024 1:00 PM \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/86059134335?pwd=aTEugwQSSepl39pcYb3YUbJdjl6rag.1 \nMeeting ID: 860 5913 4335\nPasscode: 189066 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+12532158782\,\,86059134335#\,\,\,\,*189066# US (Tacoma)\n+13462487799\,\,86059134335#\,\,\,\,*189066# US (Houston) \n  \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/macd-resolution-info-session/2024-07-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240731T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240731T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240722T153044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T153044Z
UID:45400-1722414600-1722420000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Rangeland Resources Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rangeland Resources Committee Meeting\nJuly 31\, 2024 \n08:30am-10:00am \nThe Rangeland Resources Committee (RRC) will hold its next meeting on Wednesday\, July 31\, virtually. \nThe Rangeland Resources Program (RRP) helps assure that sustainable rangelands support people\, wildlife\, recreation\, clean water\, and the natural scenic beauty of Montana. \nTo attend\, please email Shantell at shantell.frame-martin2@mt.gov.  For more information about the meeting and to access meeting materials\, contact Stacey Barta\, State Rangeland Resource Coordinator at (406) 594-8481 or Shantell Martin\, Program Specialist at (406) 531-4584. \nFull Agenda Here \nZoom Meeting Information  \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://mtgov.zoom.us/j/86815260808?pwd=RgwIviaj3A6nNP0abFbWe3bxoGBIwn.1\nMeeting ID: 868 1526 0808\nPassword: 777562\nDial by Telephone\n+1 646 558 8656\nMeeting ID: 868 1526 0808\nPassword: 777562\nFind your local number: https://mtgov.zoom.us/u/kRoAF8rvB
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/rangeland-resources-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240805
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240729T160046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T160050Z
UID:45475-1722643200-1722815999@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Boating Bonanza: AIS Event
DESCRIPTION:Boating Bonanza: AIS Event\nAugust 3-4\, 2024  \nGeorgetown Lake  \nGrassy Point Picnic Area \nInvasive Species Action Network (ISAN) and the Western Montana Conservation Commission (WMCC) are hosting outreach activities for boaters at Georgetown Lake August 3-4\, 2024! Find them at the Grassy Point Picnic Area boat ramp with a wealth of information on AIS and giveaways of tools like boot brushes\, sponges\, towels\, and dry bags. These tools will assist boaters in CLEANING off any mud or debris\, DRAINING standing water\, and thoroughly DRYING all types of watercrafts between uses. ISAN and WMCC will also be helping boaters use the lake’s brand new CD3 unit to ensure their gear is free of invasive species. The CD3 unit features a large brush\, hose\, vacuum\, and everything else boaters need to thoroughly clean all their water toys. Additionally\, if you present a recent boat inspection receipt or use the CD3 unit to clean your watercraft\, you’ll be entered to win a Lifetime paddle!
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/boating-bonanza-ais-event/
LOCATION:Georgetown Lake\, Anaconda\, CA\, 59711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240806T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240722T142650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T153433Z
UID:45394-1722927600-1722952800@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:NRCS Montana Conservation Field Day
DESCRIPTION:NRCS Montana Conservation Field Day\nAugust 6\, 2024  \n07:00am-02:00pm \nNorthern Cheyenne Buffalo Pasture\nCrazy Head Spring\nLame Deer\, MT 59043 \nSave the Date Card \nJoin us as we visit sustainable ranchers who are leading conservation agriculture in their own operations\, in their communities and in the industry. During the farmer-led field day experience\, you’ll hear from ranchers who share their challenges and successes in implementing conservation practices on-the-ground and receive education around regenerative grazing\, water management\, composting\, range management\, biodiversity and biochar. \nHosted by Conservation Steward Brandon Small \nBrandon Small is a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in Lame Deer MT and is the director of the Northern Cheyenne Tribes buffalo ranch. He manages the day to day operations and implements all stewardship practices within the 15\,000-acre buffalo range. He is also a co-author of the Bison Shared Stewardship Strategy which is currently in development process. \nRegister Here \nAgenda \n7:30 a.m.                        Registration Opens \n8:00 a.m.                        Welcome \n8:30 a.m.                        Rotating Learning Sessions featuring: \n                                         Water Use/Water Management – Ty Morin and Kathy Knobloch – NRCS) \n                                         Regenerative Grazing and Fencing\, Range Health – Brandon Small and Kathy Knobloch \n                                          Buffalo Herds and Their Power to Restore Lands – Shane Mussetter \n12:30 p.m.                        Lunch Program \n1:00 p.m.                          America’s Conservation Ag Movement Partners \n2:00 p.m.                         Closing
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nrcs-montana-conservation-field-day/
LOCATION:Lame Deer\, Lame Deer\, MT\, 59043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240815T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240812T163154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T163154Z
UID:45705-1723714200-1723723200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:MT Drought and Water Supply Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MT Drought and Water Supply Advisory Committee Meeting\nAugust 15\, 2024  \n9:30am-12:00pm \n DNRC Headquarters \n1539 11TH Ave.\, Helena \nMeeting virtually and in person in the Montana Room at the DNRC Headquarters (1539 11TH Ave.\, Helena).
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/mt-drought-and-water-supply-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Montana DNRC Headquarters\, 1539 11th Ave\, Helena\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T085815
CREATED:20240807T184833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T184834Z
UID:45674-1723719600-1723723200@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fencing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Webinar 1: Exploring the Boundaries of Virtual Fence\n11:00am-12:00pm \nAugust 15\, 2024 \nLearn about the basics of virtual fence (VF) technology\, including an overview of the components\, potential applications\, and compare the current and emerging VF vendors. We hope this webinar will empower you to effectively evaluate VF for sustainable rangeland management. This 1-hour webinar is the first of a three-part series on VF. Learn more and register! [rangelandsgateway.org]
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/virtual-fencing-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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