Conservation INsight
August 18, 2021
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NEXT VIRTUESDAY: Training
for Indiana District Staff and Supervisors
(click on the date to register)
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IASWCD Resolution Submission
Districts - if you would like to submit a resolution for consideration, please fill out this Google Form. Resolutions are due by Friday, September 17, 2021.
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Nominations Now Open for Indiana Conservation Awards
Friend of Conservation, Supervisor of the Year and Conservation Farmer of the Year Award nominations are open now through September 10. Information can be found on the IASWCD Awards page.
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Perkins Good Earth Farm Field Day
The Urban Soil Health Program will host a field day at Perkins Good Earth Farm on August 25th from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Time. This event will be an opportunity to learn about vegetable production, soil health, cover crops, equipment used on the farm, etc. In addition, it will provide an open space to directly ask questions to the farmer, Dan Perkins, a previous SWCD employee. Register in advance.
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August U&C Webinar Addresses Urban Canopy Cover
Tree canopy cover within urban environments can provide several benefits for communities, not limited to buffering high temperatures, reducing air pollution, and increasing biodiversity while providing wildlife habitat and increasing property values. In the August NACD Urban and Community (U&C) Conservation Webinar, scheduled for August 19 at 12 p.m. Eastern, learn from three organizations who are working to enhance urban tree canopies at the county, state and national level.
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NRM Today Debuts This Month
Natural Resources Management Today (NRM Today), a new monthly digital newsletter launches this month. NRM Today is developed for North American natural resources professionals who manage fish, forests, range, water, wildlife and other resources, as well as for the people who depend on or enjoy these resources. Registration is free, but required for access.
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NACD Awards Nomination Deadline Approaches!
Only a few weeks left to send in your nominations for the 2021 NACD Service Awards. This opportunity offers national recognition to outstanding individuals and organizations for their work and leadership in soil and water conservation. Deadline August 31.
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NACD Announces Call for Breakout Session Proposals
NACD is now accepting proposals for breakout sessions for the 76th Annual Meeting to be held in Orlando, Florida, February 12-16, 2022. Applications can be completed online and must be submitted by Friday, Sept. 24, 2021.
NACD offers a number of informational breakout sessions during the annual meeting, focusing on the work of conservation districts and their partners across the country. Sessions typically run 60-90 minutes long and most often showcase several speakers at 20-30 minutes each.
This year NACD is seeking proposals that fit into one of four themes:
- Natural Resources Policy & Protection
- District Operations & Partnerships
- Stewardship & Outreach
- Conservation Innovation
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NCPP Now Accepting HHB Award Nominations
The National Conservation Planning Partnership (NCPP) is pleased to be accepting nominations for the 2021 Hugh Hammond Bennett Award for Conservation Excellence! NCPP created the award in 2017 to honor the legacy of Hugh Hammond Bennett by recognizing producers and conservation planners from within the NCPP partnership who have exemplified outstanding service through development and implementation of sound conservation planning and other conservation techniques.
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Red Gold and ISDA Recognize Growers
for Conservation Efforts
Elwood, Ind. (Aug. 6, 2021) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture and Red Gold announced the winners of the Red Gold Stewardship award. McKillip Farms of Wabash, Ind. and Lievens Bros. of Petersburg, Mich. were awarded first and second place, respectively.
“Red Gold is a reputable agribusiness and valuable partner for the State of Indiana and our farmers,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. “This award is a wonderful example of how farmers, private agribusinesses and the state can work together to continue to drive soil conservation forward in Indiana and throughout the Midwest. Congratulations to this year’s award recipients.”
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EPA and Army Announce Public Meeting Schedule, Solicit Pre-Proposal Recommendations on “Waters of the United States”
EPA and Army are announcing a series of engagement opportunities on defining “waters of the United States”, including an opportunity for stakeholders and the public to provide written recommendations; a series of public meetings in August; and a plan for regionally-focused and inclusive roundtables during the fall and winter.
August meetings:
- August 18, 3:00-5:00 p.m., EDT
- August 23, 1:00-3:00 p.m., EDT
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August 25, 3:00-5:00 p.m., EDT - this meeting is intended for small entities (i.e. small businesses, governments and organizations)
- August 26, 6:00-8:00 p.m., EDT
- August 31, 3:00-5:00 p.m., EDT
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Grant Opportunity: Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Program Overview
The State and Private Forestry; Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) competitive grant program funds collaborative, science-based restoration of priority rural forest landscapes, leverages public and private resources, and supports; State Forest Action Plans. Program outcomes include: Improve fish and wildlife habitat; improve water quality and watershed function; mitigate invasive plants, insect infestation, and disease; reduce wildfire risk; improve forest ecosystem health; and measure ecological and economic benefits.
- Eligibility: State agencies, Federally Recognized Tribes, nonprofit organizations (501c3), universities, and units of local government.
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Final applications are due to Grants.gov by 6 p.m. Eastern November 5, 2021. Note: All applicants except Federally recognized tribes are required to submit their draft application to the relevant State Forester(s) by September 24, 2021.
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August 19 & 26: Farm Bureau Wetlands Compliance Webinars
This is a two part learning session, with the first session looking at federal compliance with speakers from USDA and Army Corps, and the second session looking at new state compliance with speakers from IDEM and IDNR. You can register for the individual webinars by clicking on them in the Farm Bureau events list and registering. You do not need to be a Farm Bureau member to register.
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River Rally is Heading to Washington DC
June 4-6, 2022
River Rally is an annual gathering of water leaders and protectors packed with learning opportunities, field trips, social events, and live music. We're thrilled to be back in-person for 2022, gathering in Washington, DC, marking the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act. Look for more information on submitting workshop proposals, nominating River Heroes, and new ways to get involved later this month!
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Job Postings :
Current list of Conservation Job Opportunities now posted on the IASWCD website.
Note: Job Postings can be submitted to Amy Work at: amy-work@iaswcd.org . Please include job description and deadline to apply in a single PDF file or with a link.
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Upcoming Conservation Events :
August 24 - VirTuesday: Human Resource Management 101, Contract Employee vs. District Employee
September 21 - VirTuesday: Records Retention
September 21 - State Soil Conservation Board Mtg
October 5-7 - IDEA Conference for Indiana SWCD Staff
October 19 - VirTuesday: Turning Data into Action
December 1 - State Board of Accounts Training
*As more events begin to take place in person, please check the individual hosting organization's website and/or Facebook page for the latest information on locations, guidelines and details. Thank you.
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