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SUMMARY:Adapting With Virtual Fencing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Adapting With Virtual Fencing Webinar\nMay 12 (Part 1) & May 19 (Part 2) \n06:00PM-07:00PM \nJoin Quivira Coalition and World Wildlife Fund for a two-part webinar series on virtual fencing on May 12 and 19. Virtual fencing is still a new and developing technology\, but for many ranchers\, it has transformed how they raise livestock while protecting and rejuvenating native grasslands and wildlife that rely on intact and healthy working lands. Join for one or both sessions. \nMay 12: Join Andrew Jakes\, a senior research scientist with the Wyoming Migration Initiative and Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit\, and rancher Leo Barthelmess to learn about the connections between sustainable wildlife habitats and virtual fencing ranch management. \nMay 19: Interested in virtual fencing but don’t know which technology makes the most sense for your operation? Ask questions and hear from a panel of ranchers on different technologies available and what might be a best fit for you.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/adapting-with-virtual-fencing-webinar-2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250519T153000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
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SUMMARY:Don't Move Firewood Emotional versus Objective Language Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Move Firewood Social Media Message Frame Testing: Emotional versus Objective Language\nMay 19  \n02:00PM-03:30PM  \n\n\nEffective communication on invasive species is crucial for generating awareness and reducing further anthropogenic spread of forest pest and pathogens like EAB. Message frames in invasion biology have evolved as outreach efforts shift away from using potentially problematic metaphors to more ethically conscious language. We at Don’t Move Firewood tested two types of socially responsible message frames on Facebook: one with values-based\, emotional and protective language against one with objective\, fact-based language to determine if there were any differences in engagement.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/dont-move-firewood-emotional-versus-objective-language-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250519T133000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250414T142923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T142923Z
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SUMMARY:Impacts and Management of Emerald Ash Borer Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Impacts and Management of Emerald Ash Borer Webinar\nMay 19  \n12:00PM-01:30PM  \nThe emerald ash borer has killed billions of ash trees in cities and forests across the US and Canada. Several ash species in our region inhabit different types of forests and play important ecological roles. The results of 20 years of monitoring the impacts of emerald ash borer on ash populations and forest ecosystems show the ways this invasive pest has changed our forests. Management actions can be used in situation-specific combinations to mitigate the impacts of EAB\, preserve ash species\, and restore forest function. \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/impacts-and-management-of-emerald-ash-borer-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
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SUMMARY:Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week\nMay 18-24  \nImpacts and Management of Emerald Ash Borer Webinar | May 19 at 12:00PM  \nDon’t Move Firewood Emotional versus Objective Language Webinar | May 19 at 2:00PM \nRoots of Resilience Webinar: Fighting the EAB Impact on Wetlands | May 20 at 12:00PM  \nThe Impacts of EAB and the Efforts to Preserve Black Ash Webinar | May 22 at 12:00PM  \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/emerald-ash-borer-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250517T140000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250411T153222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T153223Z
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SUMMARY:Hill County CD: Rain Barrel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Hill County CD: Rain Barrel Workshop\nMay 17\, 2025 & May 24\, 2025 \n12:00PM-02:00PM  \nThe HCCD is hosting rain barrel workshops in late May for the community.\nRSVP to eleanorwilkerson@macdnet.org .\nInformational Flyer
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/hill-county-cd-rain-barrel-workshop/
LOCATION:Havre\, MT\, Havre\, 59501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250423T212601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T212755Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Elmo open for gas motorboat testing May 10 and 17
DESCRIPTION:Lake Elmo open for gas motorboat testing May 10 and 17\nMay 10 & 17  \nBefore boating season gets into full swing this summer\, Montana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks is opening Lake Elmo to gasoline motorboats for two Saturdays in May. The events are intended to give boat owners an opportunity to test equipment for safety and will be held May 10 and May 17. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/lake-elmo-open-for-gas-motorboat-testing-may-10-and-17-2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Lake Elmo
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250418T181634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T181634Z
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SUMMARY:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series: Reducing Unnecessary Herbicides
DESCRIPTION:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series:\nReducing Unnecessary Herbicides in our Environment  \nMay 15\, 2025 \n06:00PM-07:30PM \nVia Zoom \nMissoula County Department of Ecology and Extension is hosting a four-part series to provide an educational opportunity for landowners\, applicators\, recreators\, and other stakeholders on the when\, where\, and why of herbicide use. This educational series will cover both terrestrial and aquatic applications and highlight the importance of understanding the potential environmental impacts of this treatment strategy. It is also an opportunity for applicators to earn continuing education credits. \nMore Information \nInformational Flyer \nReducing Unnecessary Herbicides in our Environment   \nThe fourth and final session of this series will integrate information covered throughout the series and focus on minimizing the impact of herbicide use on freshwaters. Janelle Groff will present the Flathead Lake Biological Station’s Montana Pesticide Stewardship Partnership Program and share about how land-based actions can have lasting impacts on our water. The Montana Pesticide Stewardship Partnership Program (MT PSPP) is a collaborative network in Western Montana working to reduce pesticide pollution in our waters through sustainable best practices. MT PSPP supports water quality monitoring\, community education and engagement\, and activities to improve water quality. This presentation will include information on how herbicides (such as those used in lawn care) can move into our soil and waterways. Additionally\, this session will cover the concept of integrated pest management (IPM) to describe actions that can be taken to reduce the risks of herbicide use and introduce alternative methods to manage invasive plant populations. \nMore Information on Session \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/herbicide-basics-webinar-series-reducing-unnecessary-herbicides/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T190000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250501T171319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171319Z
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SUMMARY:The Base Camp Bear Safety Awareness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Base Camp Bear Safety Awareness Workshop\nMay 15  \n05:30PM-07:00PM \nThe Base Camp  \n1730 Grand Ave. \nBillings\, MT 59102 \nMontana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks staff and The Base Camp will host a bear safety workshop at The Base Camp in Billings (1730 Grand Ave.) on Thursday\, May 15\, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone but will be specifically geared toward outdoor recreationists. \nFWP staff will discuss bear biology\, safety practices while recreating and how to prevent and handle bear encounters. Participants will also have a chance to practice using inert bear spray and enter a drawing to win their own bear spray.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/the-base-camp-bear-safety-awareness-workshop/
LOCATION:The Base Camp – Billings\, 1730 Grand Ave.\, Billings\, MT\, 59102
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T140000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250513T140128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T140128Z
UID:68947-1747310400-1747317600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series\nMay 14-May 15  \n12:00PM-02:30PM (May 14)\, 12:00PM-02:00PM (May 15)  \nJoin USDA for a free webinar series for military veterans\, transitioning service members\, and military spouses on how to work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prepare for a career in agriculture. This webinar series is designed to provide information about USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher resources for the military community. \nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 14\, 2025\n2:00 – 4:30pm Eastern \n\nUSDA Key Personnel Introduction and Overview\nVeterans and the USDA\, with Michael Sherman Introduction to USDA’s definition of military veteran farmer and rancher and how it differs across agencies.\nHow to Get Started\, with Michael Sherman Guidance on how to prepare for a successful appointment at the local Service Center.\nCredit Worthiness\, with Amanda Robertson Learn the factors FSA Loan Officers use to determine credit worthiness.\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025\n2:00 – 4:00pm Eastern \n\nValue-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)\, with Carlos Contreas and DeLea Taylor Overview of grant program to help with value-added production and sales.\nEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)\, with Floyd Nauls Learn how to integrate conservation practices into working land.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/usda-bfr-veterans-webinar-series-2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T113000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250423T153715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153715Z
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SUMMARY:Convention Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Convention Planning Meeting\nThird Thursday of every month  \n10:00AM-11:30AM \nWe are looking forward to seeing everyone in Billings this November 18-20 for the 2025 Convention!\n\nWe aim to keep Convention’s location central for venue logistics and reasonable travel while ensuring that all areas have the opportunity to participate as hosts (and no areas are overburdened)\, and I am excited to share that Area 1 and Area 2 will be hosting this year’s event! With that said\, Convention planning meetings are open to everyone\, and we invite all suggestions for training and content.\n\nConvention planning meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month – the first will be held tomorrow (4/17) at 10am! Planning meetings are open to all conservation district staff\, supervisors\, and partners. My apologies for sending out this notice last minute – meeting reminders and agenda will typically go out 1 week prior to meetings.\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 898 5985 3141 \n\nPasscode: 642957
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/convention-planning-meeting-2-2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250506T152003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T152003Z
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walks
DESCRIPTION:Pasture Walks\nSecond Wednesday of each month through September 2025  \n06:00PM-08:00PM  \nPetroleum County Community Center \n207 W Main Street  \nWinnett\, MT 59087 \nMay 14: Reseeding Native Perennials \nJune 11: Riparian Restoration & LTBPR w/Clint Smith\, FWP \nJuly 9: Cattle nutrition & forage testing w/Dr. Becca Woodford \nAugust 13: Grazing & Range Health w/Emily Standley\, RMG \nSeptember 10: Conifer Encroachment with ACES Conservation Committee \nFor more information\, contact Kendall at kendall@winnettaces.org. \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/pasture-walks/
LOCATION:PETROLEUM COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER\, 207 W Main Street\, Winnett\, Montana\, 59087
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T190000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250513T135725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T135725Z
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SUMMARY:Nightjars Night In
DESCRIPTION:Nightjars Night In\nMay 14  \n05:30PM-07:00PM \nFWP Miles City Office \n352 Interstate 94 Business Loop \n Miles City\, MT 59301 \n\nAre you a bird enthusiast? Would you like to learn more about species like common nighthawks and poorwills\, and maybe help FWP to conduct surveys of these fascinating creatures? Come join Montana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks’ non-game biology staff on Wednesday\, May 14\, at 5:30 p.m. at the FWP Miles City office for an informative presentation! FWP is partnering with Montana Audubon Society to bolster our data on nightjars. This is a great citizen science opportunity!\n\n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, email FWP non-game biologist Amanda Hall at amanda.hall@mt.gov or call 406-234-0900.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nightjars-night-in/
LOCATION:FWP Miles City\, 352 Interstate 94 Business Loop\, Miles City\, Montana\, 59301
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250324T151852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T151854Z
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SUMMARY:Red Lodge Ales Bear Awareness Pint Night
DESCRIPTION:Red Lodge Ales Bear Awareness Pint Night\nMay 14  \n05:00PM-08:00PM  \nRed Lodge Ales  \n1445 Broadway Ave N \nRed Lodge\, MT 59068
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/red-lodge-ales-bear-awareness-pint-night/
LOCATION:Red Lodge Ales\, 1445 Broadway Ave N\, Red Lodge\, Montana\, 59068
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250515T133000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250507T214351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T214351Z
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SUMMARY:PLPW Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PLPW Advisory Committee Meeting\nMay 14-15  \n01:00PM-05:00PM (5/14)\, 08:30AM-01:15PM (5/15) \nMontana FWP Region 4 Office  \n4600 Giant Springs Road \nGreat Falls\, MT 59405 \nThe Private Land/Public Wildlife Advisory Committee will meet May 14 and 15 at the Montana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks’ Region 4 office in Great Falls. The public is welcome to attend in person or register to make public comment via Zoom. The meeting runs from 1 to 5 p.m. on May 14 and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on May 15. For more information or to sign up to make public comment through Zoom\, go to fwp.mt.gov/plpw. For more information on PLPW and a full agenda\, visit fwp.mt.gov/plpw.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/plpw-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Montana FWP Region 4 Office\, 4600 Giant Springs Road\, Great Falls\, Montana\, 59405
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T143000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250513T140128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T140128Z
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SUMMARY:USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series\nMay 14-May 15  \n12:00PM-02:30PM (May 14)\, 12:00PM-02:00PM (May 15)  \nJoin USDA for a free webinar series for military veterans\, transitioning service members\, and military spouses on how to work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prepare for a career in agriculture. This webinar series is designed to provide information about USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher resources for the military community. \nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 14\, 2025\n2:00 – 4:30pm Eastern \n\nUSDA Key Personnel Introduction and Overview\nVeterans and the USDA\, with Michael Sherman Introduction to USDA’s definition of military veteran farmer and rancher and how it differs across agencies.\nHow to Get Started\, with Michael Sherman Guidance on how to prepare for a successful appointment at the local Service Center.\nCredit Worthiness\, with Amanda Robertson Learn the factors FSA Loan Officers use to determine credit worthiness.\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025\n2:00 – 4:00pm Eastern \n\nValue-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)\, with Carlos Contreas and DeLea Taylor Overview of grant program to help with value-added production and sales.\nEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)\, with Floyd Nauls Learn how to integrate conservation practices into working land.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/usda-bfr-veterans-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250506T164645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T164645Z
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SUMMARY:Interagency Bison Management Plan Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Interagency Bison Management Plan Virtual Meeting\nMay 14 \nPartner agencies in the Interagency Bison Management Plan will meet virtually on May 14 for their annual spring meeting. \nThe meeting will be held over Zoom\, and the link is available on the IBMP’s new website\, ibmpinfo.org. There will be a public feedback session during the meeting. Individuals who wish to provide feedback must register online by May 13 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time. \nTo view the meeting agenda and to register to participate in the public feedback session\, click here.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/interagency-bison-management-plan-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250513T190000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250513T183628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T184232Z
UID:69060-1747159200-1747162800@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Weed pull at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park
DESCRIPTION:Weed pull at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park\nMay 13  \n06:00PM-07:00PM  \nFirst Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park  \n342 Ulm Vaughn Rd. \nUlm\, MT 59485 \nJoin park staff for a land improvement event from 6-7 p.m. to help remove noxious weeds that threaten the prairie landscape within the park. Gloves and water will be provided for volunteers\, or bring your own\, and wear closed-toe boots along with long pants and shirts. Call 406-866-2217 or email firstpeoplesbuffalojump@mt.gov to register. First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park is three miles north of Ulm.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/weed-pull-at-first-peoples-buffalo-jump-state-park/
LOCATION:First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park\, 342 Ulm Vaughn Rd.\, Ulm\, Montana\, 59485
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250512T190000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250506T152719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T152719Z
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SUMMARY:Adapting With Virtual Fencing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Adapting With Virtual Fencing Webinar\nMay 12 (Part 1) & May 19 (Part 2) \n06:00PM-07:00PM \nJoin Quivira Coalition and World Wildlife Fund for a two-part webinar series on virtual fencing on May 12 and 19. Virtual fencing is still a new and developing technology\, but for many ranchers\, it has transformed how they raise livestock while protecting and rejuvenating native grasslands and wildlife that rely on intact and healthy working lands. Join for one or both sessions. \nMay 12: Join Andrew Jakes\, a senior research scientist with the Wyoming Migration Initiative and Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit\, and rancher Leo Barthelmess to learn about the connections between sustainable wildlife habitats and virtual fencing ranch management. \nMay 19: Interested in virtual fencing but don’t know which technology makes the most sense for your operation? Ask questions and hear from a panel of ranchers on different technologies available and what might be a best fit for you.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/adapting-with-virtual-fencing-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250423T212601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T212753Z
UID:66122-1746835200-1746921599@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Lake Elmo open for gas motorboat testing May 10 and 17
DESCRIPTION:Lake Elmo open for gas motorboat testing May 10 and 17\nMay 10 & 17  \nBefore boating season gets into full swing this summer\, Montana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks is opening Lake Elmo to gasoline motorboats for two Saturdays in May. The events are intended to give boat owners an opportunity to test equipment for safety and will be held May 10 and May 17. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/lake-elmo-open-for-gas-motorboat-testing-may-10-and-17/
LOCATION:Lake Elmo
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250401T202345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T202345Z
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SUMMARY:SRWG Rain Barrel Workshop in Fairfield
DESCRIPTION:SRWG Rain Barrel Workshop in Fairfield\nMay 10  \nFor more information\, contact Madison Coyler. \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/srwg-rain-barrel-workshop-in-fairfield/
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250509T193000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250423T212634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T212634Z
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SUMMARY:Nightjar Citizen Science Training
DESCRIPTION:Nightjar Citizen Science Training\nMay 9 \n06:00PM-07:30PM  \n7026 S. Billings Blvd. \nBillings\, MT 59101 \nMontana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks and Montana Audubon are hosting a nightjar citizen science training on Friday\, May 9\, at the Montana Audubon Center (7026 S. Billings Blvd.) from 6-7:30 p.m. The training will include a presentation on Montana’s two nightjar species—common nighthawks and common poorwills—and details on citizen science survey efforts this summer. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/nightjar-citizen-science-training/
LOCATION:Montana Audubon Center\, 7026 S. Billings Blvd.\, Billings\, Montana\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250506T162427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162440Z
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SUMMARY:LCCD Regular Supervisor Meeting
DESCRIPTION:LCCD Regular Supervisor Meeting\nMay 8  \n06:30PM-08:00PM  \nLake County Conservation District Office \n64352 US-93 \n Ronan\, MT 59864 \nFor more information\, contact Caroline at LakeCD@macdnet.org.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/lccd-regular-supervisor-meeting/
LOCATION:Lake County Conservation District Office\, 64352 US-93\, Ronan\, Montana\, 59864
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250423T211505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T211728Z
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SUMMARY:Amphestival: An Amphibian Education Night
DESCRIPTION:Amphestival: An Amphibian Education Night\nMay 8  \n06:00PM-08:00PM  \nMontana Audubon Center \n7026 S. Billings Blvd. \nBillings\, MT 59101 \nMontana Fish\, Wildlife & Parks and the Montana Audubon Center are hosting an amphibian education night with family-friendly activities focused on learning about and celebrating amphibians. All ages are welcome at this free event. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/amphestival-an-amphibian-education-night/
LOCATION:Montana Audubon Center\, 7026 S. Billings Blvd.\, Billings\, Montana\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250203T193340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T200835Z
UID:53589-1746727200-1746734400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Land Stewardship Series: Montana Noxious Weeds
DESCRIPTION:Land Stewardship Series\nMontana Noxious Weed Identification and Management\nMay 8  \n06:00PM-08:00PM  \nJoin local experts at the Land Stewardship Series at Flathead Valley Community College to learn techniques for managing your land. \nThursdays\, 6 -8pm\, April 3 – May 8 \nThis course is an introduction to Montana and Flathead County noxious weeds including identification\, associated regulations\, and management options. \nInstructors: Noel Jinings\, Noxious Weed Education and Compliance Officer\, Flathead County and Dawn Lafleur\, Glacier National Park. \nLearn more and Register Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/land-stewardship-series-montana-noxious-weeds/
LOCATION:Flathead Valley Community College\, 777 Grandview Dr\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T193000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250418T180446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T180447Z
UID:65741-1746727200-1746732600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series: Terrestrial and Riparian Herbicide Applications
DESCRIPTION:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series:\nTerrestrial and Riparian Herbicide Applications\nMay 08\, 2025 \n06:00PM-07:30PM \nVia Zoom \nMissoula County Department of Ecology and Extension is hosting a four-part series to provide an educational opportunity for landowners\, applicators\, recreators\, and other stakeholders on the when\, where\, and why of herbicide use. This educational series will cover both terrestrial and aquatic applications and highlight the importance of understanding the potential environmental impacts of this treatment strategy. It is also an opportunity for applicators to earn continuing education credits. \nMore Information \nInformational Flyer \nTerrestrial and Riparian Herbicide Applications \nThe third session of Missoula County’s herbicide webinar series is a presentation by Jeffrey Pettingill focused on terrestrial and riparian applications for herbicide. This presentation will cover small-scale terrestrial application considerations such as weed identification\, seasonality\, weather conditions\, chemical options\, and PPE basics. Additionally\, this presentation will describe how to differentiate between irrigation corridors and riparian areas to limit non-target impacts of terrestrial herbicide use. \nMore Information on Session \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/herbicide-basics-webinar-series-terrestrial-and-riparian-herbicide-applications/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250508T173000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250506T161706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162513Z
UID:68186-1746720000-1746725400@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When
DESCRIPTION:Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When\nMay 8  \n04:00PM-05:30PM \nPolson Public Library  \n102 1st St E  \nPolson\, MT 59860 \nFor more information\, contact Caroline at LakeCD@macdnet.org.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/climate-behind-gardening-what-to-plant-when/
LOCATION:Polson Public Library\, 102 1st St E\, Polson\, Montana\, 59860
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250327T142037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T142037Z
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SUMMARY:MISC Science Advisory Panel
DESCRIPTION:MISC Science Advisory Panel\nMay 5-7  \nMissoula / Virtual  \nMore information coming soon.
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/misc-science-advisory-panel/
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250203T193720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T200843Z
UID:53593-1746122400-1746129600@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Land Stewardship Series: Soil and Pasture Health
DESCRIPTION:Land Stewardship Series: \nLandowner Fire Preparedness \nMay 1  \n06:00PM-08:00PM  \nJoin local experts at the Land Stewardship Series at Flathead Valley Community College to learn techniques for managing your land. \nThursdays\, 6 -8pm\, April 3 – May 8 \nSoil is the foundation for a healthy ecosystem that often gets overlooked. We will learn how to build and maintain soil health and fertility and learn how to manage pastures for healthy soils and livestock. \nInstructors: Montana State University Extension and Natural Resources Conservation Service. \nLearn more and Register Here \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/land-stewardship-series-soil-and-pasture-health/
LOCATION:Flathead Valley Community College\, 777 Grandview Dr\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Trainings and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T193000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250418T175449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T175450Z
UID:65736-1746122400-1746127800@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series: Aquatic Herbicide Case Studies
DESCRIPTION:Herbicide Basics Webinar Series:\nAquatic Herbicide Case Studies\nMay 01\, 2025 \n06:00PM-07:30PM \nVia Zoom \nMissoula County Department of Ecology and Extension is hosting a four-part series to provide an educational opportunity for landowners\, applicators\, recreators\, and other stakeholders on the when\, where\, and why of herbicide use. This educational series will cover both terrestrial and aquatic applications and highlight the importance of understanding the potential environmental impacts of this treatment strategy. It is also an opportunity for applicators to earn continuing education credits. \nMore Information \nInformational Flyer \nAquatic Herbicide Case Studies \nFor the second session of Missoula County’s herbicide webinar series\, Jon Gosselin will be presenting an overview of aquatic herbicide application. Gosselin will discuss the methods\, modes of action\, monitoring efforts\, and regulations of aquatic herbicides. This presentation will focus on real-life examples of aquatic herbicide applications highlighting several different species and water body types. Additionally\, he will touch on the EPA’s role\, the state registration process\, approvals\, permits\, and notifications for aquatic herbicide use. \nMore Information on Session \nRegister Here
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/herbicide-basics-webinar-series-aquatic-herbicide-case-studies/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar,Miscellaneous
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T140000
DTSTAMP:20251001T140849
CREATED:20250325T160653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160653Z
UID:61105-1746097200-1746108000@macdnet.org
SUMMARY:Lewis & Clark Pollinator Seed Pick Up
DESCRIPTION:Lewis & Clark Pollinator Seed Pick Up\nMay 1  \n11:00AM-02:00PM  \nLewis & Clark Library – Lincoln Branch  \n102 9th Ave S  \nLincoln\, MT 59639  \nStaff time is limited. If you have signed up for seed and cannot pick it up on one of these dates\, you will need to contact Chris Evans at chris@lewisandclarkcd.org to set up an appointment to pick up the seed. \nSeed is being claimed quickly this year. If you’ve not yet signed up for seed\, and would like to\, go to our website at https://lewisandclarkcd.org/programs/pollinator-initiative/ and sign up. \nThose who are willing to provide follow up monitoring (one email a year requesting photos of your plot)\, will get priority for seed this year. \n 
URL:https://macdnet.org/event-calendar/lewis-clark-pollinator-seed-pick-up/
LOCATION:Lewis & Clark Library Lincoln\, 102 9th Ave S\, Lincoln\, Montana\, 59639
CATEGORIES:Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Lewis and Clark Conservation District":MAILTO:lccd@mt.net
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