Montana Association of Conservation Districts

MSGA Water Education Webinar: The Role of the Judiciary
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
MSGA Water Education Webinar:
The Role of the Judiciary
October 24, 2024
06:00PM-08:00PM
Following the completion of the adjudication process, there leaves a question as to, what is the role of the judiciary? This session will cover the proposed changes to the current statutory structure for the post final decree administration and regulation of water rights. We will also cover how this proposed legislation is different and similar to the previous legislation, SB 72.
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Mile High CD Meeting
2024-10-28 11:00
Please call or email CD administrator Kris Hugulet for more information.

Flathead CD Business Meeting
2024-10-28 19:00 - 22:00
Please see the Flathead CD website http://flatheadcd.org/ for more info.

CMR Community Working Group Meeting
2024-10-29
CMR Community Working Group Meeting
October 29, 2024
on Tuesday, October 29 in Jordan, the last of a three part series focused on Rangeland Monitoring. This meeting’s focus is on resources to get started on your monitoring journey and learn from a few folks on how they use the information to make decisions on their ranch. While in-person attendance is encouraged, there will be a virtual option for attending this meeting. Please RSVP if attending in-person or virtually to mrcdc@macdnet.org by October 22.
If you have any questions, please let us know!
CMR Community Working Group Information Sheet

AGENDA
Meeting Theme: Examples and Resources to Help You Begin Monitoring (Part 3 of 3)
*Agenda Subject to Change*
9:30am – 9:45am Welcome and Grounding Question
9:45am – 10:30am Stakeholder Updates
10:30am – 10:45am Recap of Parts 1 and 2 of Series
10:45am – 11:30am Individual Ranch Examples of a Monitoring Plan in Action, Rick Caquelin
11:30am – 12:15pm Winnett ACES RMG Large Scale Example of a Monitoring Plan in Action, Ashley Gould
12:15pm – 1:00pm Break for Lunch (please be prepared to pay $5 in cash)
1:00pm – 1:45pm Garfield County Conservation District Pilot Monitoring Project Information and Update, Kaitlin Haidle
1:45pm – 2:30pm World Wildlife Fund RSVP funding, Aaron Clausen
2:30pm Adjourn
2:30pm – 3:30pm Planning Committee Discussion about the Future of the Community Working Group

Montana WILD Free October Events: Bat Talk
2024-10-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Montana Wild, 2668 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT, 59602, United States
Montana WILD Free October Events:
Bat Talk
October 29, 2024
06:30PM-07:30PM
Montana Wild in Helena, MT
The spooky season is approaching and so is bat week! Come and explore the fascinating world of bats and learn why they are important not only to our ecosystems, but the economy as well. This talk is great for adults!
Registration is required for most of these events. Reserve a spot by calling 406-444-9941 or emailing Jeanne.connolly@mt.gov.

Bitterroot CD Meeting
2024-10-29 19:00
Please see the Bitterroot CD website for more info.

Montana Forest Collaboration Network Annual Workshop
2024-10-31 13:00 - 2024-11-01 12:00 | The Hilton Garden Inn Missoula, 3720 North Reserve Street, Missoula, MT, 59808, United States
Montana Forest Collaboration Network Annual Workshop
“COLLABORATION IN A CHANGING OPERATING ENVIRONMENT”
October 31- November 1, 2024
10/31: 01:00pm-05:00pm, 11/01: 08:00am-12:00pm
Hilton Garden Inn
Missoula, MT
Please mark your calendars to attend the 9 TH Annual Montana Forest Collaboration Network (MFCN) Workshop scheduled for October 31 1:00-5:00pm and November 1 8:00am-12:00pm! The overarching purpose of MFCN is to assist collaboration in forest and grassland restoration, conservation, and resource utilization for the benefit of all.
Individuals interested in collaborative forest and grassland management—particularly representatives of collaborative groups working on or interested in natural resource issues across Montana, are invited to attend this Workshop. Input at the Workshop will enable MFCN to continue to be an organization that is helpful to the independent, locally formed, community-based groups that are working with public land management agencies.
Registration and Agenda
MFCN Advisory Council Membership Applications:
Please notify us at montanaforestcollaboration@gmail.com by October 15, 2024 if you are interested in serving on the MFCN Advisory Council. Advisory Council membership vote will occur at the Workshop. Advisory Council information is on the MFCN website at https://montanaforestcollaboration.org

Montana WILD Free October Events: Owl-oween
2024-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Montana Wild, 2668 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT, 59602, United States
Montana WILD Free October Events:
Owl-oween
October 31, 2024
03:00PM-06:00PM
Montana Wild in Helena, MT
Stop by Montana WILD for a spooky day of fun! We will have live raptor programs at 3, 4, and 5 p.m., a reptile and amphibian table with live animals, owl pellets to dissect, a bat cave, spooky crafts, and a photo booth set up with a variety of non-living props! Wear your costume! No registration is required.
Registration is required for most of these events. Reserve a spot by calling 406-444-9941 or emailing Jeanne.connolly@mt.gov.

MACD Executive Committee
2024-11-04 07:30 - 09:00 | Zoom
The MACD Executive Committee meets on the first Monday of the Month at 7:30am via zoom. Contact Rebecca Boslough for meeting details.
Board Organization Documents

North Powell CD Meeting
2024-11-04 13:30

Toole CD Meeting
2024-11-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Shelby USDA Service Center, 1125 Oilfield Avenue, Shelby, 59474, United States
Contact the conservation district for the most up-to-date meeting information

Park CD Meeting
2024-11-05 11:00
Please see the Park CD website for more information.

Stillwater CD Meeting
2024-11-05 14:00

Custer County CD Meeting
2024-11-05 17:30

Judith Basin CD Meeting
2024-11-05 19:00

Roosevelt County CD Meeting
2024-11-05 19:00
Please see the Roosevelt County CD website for more info.

Wibaux CD Meeting
2024-11-05 19:00

Roosevelt CD Board Meeting
2024-11-05 19:00 - 22:00 | USDA Culbertson Office, 508 E 6th, Culbertson, MT, United States
Contact Roosevelt CD for the most up-to-date meeting information.

WMCC CBSM Workshop
2024-11-06 - 2024-11-08
WMCC CBSM Workshop
November 6-8, 2024
WMCC is hosting a free, virtual Community-Based Social Marketing (CBSM) Workshop this November 6-8, 2024. The workshop is three virtual half days (morning to lunch) and focuses on strategies and tools to foster behavior change in communities surrounding water quality and sustainability. Limited spots are available. Please reach out to Stephanie.Murphy@mt.gov to register.

Montana Ag-Tech Innovation & Investment Summit
2024-11-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Montana State University, Culbertson Hall, 100, Bozeman, MT 59717, Bozeman, MT, 59717, United States
Montana Ag-Tech Innovation & Investment Summit
November 6, 2024
09:00AM-04:00PM
Montana State University
Norm Asbjornson Hall
Bozeman, MT
The Montana Ag Technology Innovation and Investment Summit is a strategic opportunity to bring cutting-edge agriculture technology and innovation to the forefront of North America’s agriculture economy. The summit is brought to you by the Montana Agricultural Business Association Foundation.
Event Agenda
Final Agenda Topics May Be Subject to Change!

8:00 am Check-In and Networking Coffee

8:30 am Welcome to 2024 Montana Ag-Tech Innovation & Investment Summit

9:00 am Montana’s Role in Accelerating Agriculture Technology & Investment

10:00 am Coffee & Networking Break
10:30 am Bringing Agriculture and A.I. Solution to Market

11:30 am Leading North America’s Energy Transition Movement

12:00 pm Networking Lunch

1:00 pm Creating a Digitally Native, Purpose-Driven Food & Agriculture Venture

1:30 pm Buffalo Nations Regenerative Agriculture

2:00 pm Networking Break

2:30 pm Growing Solutions: Harnessing Agriculture to Mitigate Climate Challenges

3:30 pm Leveraging Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Outreach

4:00 pm Closing & Key Takeaways

More Information and Registration Here

Garfield County CD Meeting
2024-11-06 17:00

Powder River CD Meeting
2024-11-06 19:00

McCone County CD Meeting
2024-11-06 19:00
Please see the McCone County CD website for more info.

Eastern Sanders County CD Meeting
2024-11-06 20:00

Bighorn CD Meeting
2024-11-07 13:30

Little Beaver CD Meeting
2024-11-07 17:30 - 19:30
Please see the Little Beaver CD website for more info.

Teton CD Meeting
2024-11-11 07:00

Dawson County CD Meeting
2024-11-11 13:00 - 13:30

Sweet Grass County Conservation District
2024-11-11 17:00 - 17:30

Missoula Conservation District
2024-11-11 17:30
