Montana Association of Conservation Districts

Tribal Nonpoint Source Management: Protect & Restore Waters
2022-06-08 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
Webinar Overview
Learn more about how to connect your Tribe/Nation with financial or technical support for projects that reduce nonpoint sources of pollution. This webinar explores how your Tribe/Nation can take advantage of leveraging opportunities between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Clean Water Act Section 319 Program and resources available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and local conservation districts. It will feature EPA’s new fact sheet, Tribal Nonpoint Source Management: Leveraging Opportunities to Protect and Restore Waters – Focus: USDA NRCS. Join representatives from the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, Penobscot Indian Nation, NRCS, and the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) to learn about partnership and assistance opportunities to advance Tribal nonpoint source program work.
Key Topics

Make connections with NRCS and conservation district staff
Plan projects and coordinate conservation services
Seek financial assistance and leverage resources
Implement and maintain projects successfully
Make your voice heard—advise NRCS on Tribal/Nation issues

Wildlife Speaker Series: Scaup
2022-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
Wildlife Speaker Series: Songbirds | June 1
Join the Ruby Habitat Foundation on the evening of June 1st for a free presentation on songbirds!
Wildlife Speaker Series: Scaup | June 8
Join the Centennial Valley Association for a free presentation on scaup. Jeff Warren of the US FWS will present.
Wildlife Speaker Series: Stoats and Mink | July 1
Join the Ruby Valley Conservation District for a free presentation on stoats and mink. The Montana Trappers Association will present.
Wildlife Speaker Series: Snake Savvy | Aug 3
Join the Madison Valley Ranchlands Group for a free presentation on snakes. Dr Jared Beaver (MSU) and Stephen M. Vantassell (MT Dept of Ag) will present.
Wildlife Speaker Series: Pika | July 9
Join the Jack Creek Preserve for a free presentation on pika. Dr. Eric Beever (USGS) will present.
Wildlife Speaker Series: Beavers | July 14
Join the Big Hole Watershed Committee for a free presentation on beavers. Torrey Ritter (FWP) and Elissa Chott (Clark Fork Coalition) will present.

Montana Drought Task Force Meeting
2022-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
The next Montana Drought Task Force meeting is March 9, 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.

Zoom registration
Agenda

For more information about the Montana Drought Management Plan, check out this Webinar or visit mtdroughtinfo.org.

MACD Spring Board Meeting
2022-06-14 - 2022-06-16 | Helena, Montana, Helena, MT, 59601, United States
MACD 2022 Spring Board Meeting
The MACD Spring Board Meeting will take place in Helena at the State Capitol from June 14th-16th. Check back here for more updates.

How Spokane CD Became a Conservation Powerhouse
2022-06-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Helena, Montana, Helena, MT, 59601, United States
How Spokane Conservation District Became a Conservation Powerhouse
Eat, Learn, and Grow during the 2022 MACD Spring Board Meeting
Learn how Spokane Conservation District (SCD) grew from a modest district to a self-sustaining one. Vice Chair Randy James and SCD Director, Vicki Carter, will share their districts journey, so you can learn how they became a conservation powerhouse in Washington State.
RSVP by June 1st
To RSVP, please email: Katherine Certalic (KCertalic@mt.gov)
Speakers
Vicki Carter
Vicki Carter currently serves as the Director of the Spokane Conservation District. Her management experience includes over 30 years in human resource management, accounting and financial management, project and program development, and governmental insurance programs. She provides input to policy and legislative matters at local and state levels.
Vicki is active in the veteran community of Spokane through her work as Director of Vets on the Farm. VOTF has gained statewide and national attention by emphasizing the growing need to fill a gap in our agricultural production with post 9/11 Veterans ready for a new mission. Vicki was instrumental in the formation of the Farmer Veteran Coalition Washington State Chapter and was recently appointed to the national Farmer Veteran Coalition Board of Directors. Over the last 5 years, Vicki has been instrumental in the purchase and development of a 50-acre former rock quarry in the heart of Spokane.
Randall S. James
Randy has lived in Spokane County in Washington State his whole life. He grew up loving the out-of-doors and continues to be an avid hunter, fisherman, backpacker, and camper. Randy’s family roots and culture instilled a fierce Conservation Ethic that has continued to grow over his 70 years. Randy has been married to the love of his life for 46 years, has three kids and two absolutely adorable and wonderful twin granddaughters that are five years old. He is currently retired from teaching after teaching science in a high poverty public school for 39 years. Randy absolutely loved his job and feels that he had the best job in the world; educating kids. Always wanting to be a farmer, the closest he has come has been helping his neighbors swath (He loves swathing) and harvest and being on the Spokane Conservation District board for the past 23 years. He would tell you that one of the highlights of his life has been watching and helping the Spokane Conservation District family continue to be a conservation leader in putting conservation on the ground. He loves his family, people, the out-of-doors, life-long learning, and Conservation. JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEudHJpYmUtZXZlbnRzLWV2ZW50LWltYWdlJTdCJTBBZGlzcGxheSUzQSUyMG5vbmUlM0IlMEElN0QlMEElM0MlMkZzdHlsZSUzRQ==

2022 MACD Annual Barbeque
2022-06-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Ten Mile Brewing, Helena
MACD invites you to its 2022 Annual Barbecue following Wednesday’s Spring Board Meeting. We will be gathering at Ten Mile Brewing on Wednesday, June 15th. Food will be provided by Bad Betty’s Barbeque.

CD Financial Training
2022-06-15 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver)
On Wednesday, June 15th from 9 am-4 pm the Montana Conservation Districts Employee Organization (MCDEO) will host a Conservation District specific training for all things finance. We will cover personal financial considerations like retirement and health insurance, CD financial protocols and Board Member responsibilities and we will hold our in-person Quickbooks training to accompany the online training held in March 2021. All employees should attend!! There will be something for everyone, $25 for EO Members and $50 for non-EO members. Cost includes lunch!!! RSVP ONLINE NOW CLICK HERE TO RSVP.

MACD Annual Barbeque
2022-06-15 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Helena, Montana, Helena, MT, 59601, United States
MACD Annual Barbeque with Partners
MACD is hosting its Annual Barbeque with Partners held at Ten Mile Brewery on Wednesday, June 15th @ 5:30 pm. Ten Mile Brewery is located at 48 North Last Chance Gulch (on the walking mall). Free Dinner provided!

Pollinator Week 2022
2022-06-20 - 2022-06-26
Pollinator Week: Wings of Life!

Pollinator Week is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health that was initiated and is managed by Pollinator Partnership. It is a time to raise awareness for pollinators and spread the word about what we can do to protect them. The great thing about Pollinator Week is that you can celebrate and get involved any way you like! Popular events include planting for pollinators, hosting garden tours, participating in online bee and butterfly ID workshops, and so much more. However you choose to celebrate this year, be sure to register your event on the map below, and share your story with us by tagging us on social media using the hashtag #PollinatorWeek.

The folks at Pollinator.org have created a great Toolkit to use, with educational posters, logos and social media kit tools!

Nutrient Work Group
2022-06-20 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
The Nutrient Work Group meetings will be held every two weeks starting in August. A monthly meeting will be held in June and July. The July meeting time has been adjusted to help with scheduling conflicts. Please see the schedule below. Agendas with Zoom links will be provided in advance of each meeting. Meetings will be added to the calendar, according to the schedule below, as discussions with the Nutrient Work Group progress. If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please reach out to Christina using the contact information below.

Wednesday, June 22: 9 – 11 a.m
Wednesday, July 20: 8:30 – 10 a.m.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month beginning August 2022 from 9 to 11 a.m.
First regular meeting Wednesday, August 10: 9-11 a.m.

The DEQ website will be updated with the above dates. Please contact Christina Staten with any questions: CStaten@mt.gov, (406) 444-2836

Leadership Training Series: Working with the Community
2022-06-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Zoom
Leadership Training Series
MACD 2022 Virtual Leadership Training Series for Conservation District Supervisors, Employees, and Partners.
The 2022 MACD Leadership Training series will consist of five, 75-minute sessions surrounding leadership topics relevant to conservation district staff. board, and officials.
Sessions will be delivered live by Shannon Stober and recorded for viewing.
Recorded sessions will be housed on the MACD membership website.

Working with the Community | June 23
Working with Projects | July 21
Working with Volunteers | August 25
Working with Staff | September 22
Working with Boards | October 20

Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/i/6536456726
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Water Pollution Control Advisory Council (WPCAC)
2022-06-24 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
June 24 Meeting Agenda with Zoom Link
Linked below is the agenda for the June 24th Water Pollution Control Advisory Council meeting, scheduled at 10 a.m. This will be a virtual meeting held via Zoom. The Zoom link can be found in the agenda. The agenda and additional meeting materials can also be found on the DEQ website.
Please contact Meagan Gilmore with any questions: Meagan.gilmore@mt.gov

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Nominations for CD Advisory Council (CDAC)
2022-06-27
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is seeking nominations and applications for conservation district supervisors to serve on the newly formed Conservation Districts Advisory Council (CDAC). CDAC was created to replace the former Conservation Resources Advisory Council (RCAC).
Council’s Name and Agency
Conservation Districts Advisory Council, Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
Council’s Composition
The composition of the Council shall be seven (7) members with one (1) from western Montana, one (1) from south central Montana, one (1) from northwestern Montana, two (2) from eastern Montana and two (2) from north central Montana.
Council’s Purpose

Advise and assist the Conservation Districts Bureau on district operations and conservation-related issues including impending conservation matters.
Facilitate communication between the Conservation Districts Bureau and districts.
Advocate the importance of the work and value of the conservation districts to the public, partners, and stakeholders.

Council Member Responsibilities
The Council will meet at a minimum of 2 times per year. Members will be tasked with ensuring that the Conservation Districts Bureau is in alignment with its purpose of empowering conservation districts to meet their mission through legal and operational support, financial assistance, and professional development.
If interested, please complete the gubernatorial application and send to Stephanie Criswell. She is available for questions and nominations at 406-444-6669, steph.criswell@mt.gov.
Sincerely,
Amanda Kaster
AMANDA KASTER
Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Director

Feral Swine Table-Top Exercise (Save the Date)
2022-06-30
Feral swine are an invasive species that can damage resources, destroy crops, and spread disease. The threat of feral swine in Montana will mostly likely come from animals that migrate from Canada or humans that transport animals into our state.
The Montana Invasive Species Council (MISC) and MT Department of Livestock are co-hosting a meeting for key members of county, state, federal, and tribal agencies to discuss and plan for feral swine detections in Montana.

Please save the date for a meeting on June 30 in Helena. Watch for a formal invitation coming soon.
In-person participation is preferred but a virtual option will be available.

MISC Website

Feral Swine Tabletop Exercise
2022-06-30
Feral Swine Table-Top Exercise – June 30 in Helena, MT
The Montana Invasive Species Council (MISC) and MT Department of Livestock are co-hosting a meeting for key members of county, state, federal, and tribal agencies to discuss and plan for feral swine detections in Montana.

Please save the date for a meeting on June 30 in Helena. Watch for a formal invitation coming soon.
In-person participation is preferred but a virtual option will be available.

Feral swine are an invasive species that can damage resources, destroy crops, and spread disease. The threat of feral swine in Montana will mostly likely come from animals that migrate from Canada or humans that transport animals into our state.

COCO AIM Grant Applications (Rolling)
2022-07-01
COCO NOW ACCEPTING AIM GRANT APPLICATIONS | Rolling through July 1
The COCO AIM grant is funding for forestry or fuel mitigation projects. The team is releasing a Summer 2022 Request for Proposals. For the summer round, we request everyone submit a full application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1, 2022 until July 1, 2022. We highly recommend getting your application submitted as soon as possible!
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1, 2022 through July 1, 2022
You will be notified within two weeks of submitting your application on whether your project was selected for funding. If selected, we expect to finalize contracts no later than August 1, 2022.
PLEASE VISIT THE AIM GRANT WEBPAGE FOR ALL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE AIM GRANT OPPORTUNITY
Please thoroughly read the RFP HERE.
DOWNLOAD the AIM Grant application HERE.

COCO Grant Applications
2022-07-01
COCO NOW ACCEPTING AIM GRANT APPLICATIONS
The team is releasing a Summer 2022 Request for Proposals. For the summer round, we request everyone submit a full application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from June 1, 2022 until July 1, 2022. We highly recommend getting your application submitted as soon as possible!
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Wildlife Speaker Series: Stoats and Mink
2022-07-01 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Denver)

Wildlife Speaker Series: Pika
2022-07-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver)

Lewis and Clark CD Local Work Group Meetings
2022-07-14 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver)
Lewis and Clark CD Local Work Group Meetings | Jul 14 @ 10:30am
We invite agricultural producers, landowners, conservation partners, and other member of the community to discuss the natural resource needs in the county. Based on information gathered, theNatural Resources Conservation Service will update the their Long Range Plan and develop new Targeted Implementation Plans to address resource concerns. The Conservation District will revise their Long Range Plan and Operations Plan for 2023 according to feedback.
These meetings will be in-person only. For more information call 406-449-5000 ext. 5 or email chris@lewisandclarkcd.org

Wildlife Speaker Series: Beavers
2022-07-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)

Resolution Process Information Session
2022-07-21 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
MACD previously hosted an informational session about the resolution and committee updates on May 26th. There is an upcoming informational session on the updated resolution process. This session will be recorded and posted on the MACD Youtube page. If you have questions and are not able to attend, please reach out to rebecca@macdnet.org.
Resolution and Committee Process Webpage
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Leadership Training Series: Working with Projects
2022-07-21 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Zoom
Leadership Training Series
MACD 2022 Virtual Leadership Training Series for Conservation District Supervisors, Employees, and Partners.
The 2022 MACD Leadership Training series will consist of five, 75-minute sessions surrounding leadership topics relevant to conservation district staff. board, and officials.
Sessions will be delivered live by Shannon Stober and recorded for viewing.
Recorded sessions will be housed on the MACD membership website.

Working with the Community | June 23
Working with Projects | July 21
Working with Volunteers | August 25
Working with Staff | September 22
Working with Boards | October 20

Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6536456726
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MRCDC Quarterly Meeting
2022-07-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
MRCDC July Quarterly meeting in Winnett, Montana.

MRCDC River Rendezvous
2022-07-22
The 2022 River Rendezvous, hosted by the MRCDC, is July 22nd in Winnett, Montana.

If you would like to attend, please sign up by July 8th at www.EventBrite.com and search for River Rendezvous 2022 or you can click on this direct link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/354108507077. The registration fee is $25.00. This fee will cover the All-Day tour, breakfast, lunch & dinner.

This year we will be touring sites in Petroleum County; viewing bank stabilization projects, drought-resilient low-tech process-based restoration structures, and Petrolia Lake irrigation infrastructure. For additional info you can contact Molly Masters at 406.454.0056 or email MRCDC@macdnet.org, or the website MissouriRiverCouncil.info. The River Rendezvous info flyer is attached. Hope to see you there!

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MACD Board Executive Committee
2022-07-25 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
MACD Board Executive Committee – July 25th at 7:30am via Zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86364184220?pwd=[REDACTED]

Area 6 Convention Planning Committee
2022-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
Tuesday, July 26th at 10am via zoom.
(These meetings are held every other Tuesday at 10am via zoom)
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81248130393?pwd=[REDACTED]

Madison Watershed Speaker Series: Native Fish Conservation
2022-07-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
Madison Watershed Speaker Series: Native Fish Conservation in Southwest Montana | July 26 @ 5pm, Ennis
Meeting link:
https://madisonconservationdistrict.my.webex.com/madisonconservationdistrict.my/j.php?MTID=m7d62766ff4b7c7498d3e084f996cc276

Resolutions Q and A Session
2022-07-28 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Denver) | Zoom
Resolutions Q and A Session: Thursday, July 28th at 1pm via zoom
This session will be recorded and posted on the MACD youtube page. If you have questions and are not able to attend, please reach out to rebecca@macdnet.org.
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MACD Board Finance
2022-07-29 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
MACD Board Finance – Friday, July 29th at 1pm via zoom
(All MACD financial reports are posted to the MACD private page – which all districts have access to. Information on how to access is below.)
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89357057777?pwd=[REDACTED]
