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June 28, 2021
Twenty-six Nonpoint Source Mini-Grant Projects Completed 
In the 2020-21 Nonpoint Source Pollution mini-grant round, 26 projects were completed by 20 conservation districts, reaching over 1,460 adults. Click here to see the outcomes and here to see a map of projects completed. 
Financial and other support for the NPS Mini-grant Program is provided by the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, Inc. through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Register Now for the 2021 Management Summit
Leadership Development training returns to an in-person format in September with the 2021 Management Summit. The disruptions of the past 18 months have demonstrated the crucial importance of staff development and retention to district operations, and this year's Summit focuses on these areas with keynote workshops and interactive group-led activities.
 
The 2021 Summit is scheduled for September 15 & 16 at the Wyndham Garden State College. The Summit also includes a dedicated New Manager preconference Session day on September 14 for 2021 New Manager Training participants to complete their training course with in-person management leadership workshops. Summit sessions on Wednesday, September 15, and Thursday, September 16, are open to all district managers, assistant managers, team leaders, and agency partners.
 
For more information and to register visit the Building for Tomorrow website or contact Matt Miller, Leadership Development Coordinator.
 
Financial and other support for the Building for Tomorrow Leadership Development Program is provided through a grant from the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission. Guidance for the Program is provided through the Pennsylvania Conservation Partnership’s Leadership Development Committee.
Beaver County Conservation District Holds Agricultural Workshops 
The Beaver County Conservation District held two agricultural workshops in May. The Agricultural Gathering and Manure Management Plan Writing Workshop were held outside at the district pavilion. Participants learned about grazing and forage management, agricultural erosion and sedimentation, and manure management.
 
Photo caption: On May 12, 2021, Jen Linebaugh, Beaver County Conservation District’s Resource Conservationist, discussed with farmers the permits needed for agricultural activities. Photo provided by BCCD. 
Financial and other support for the NPS Mini-grant Program is provided by the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, Inc. through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Nominations for NACD Awards Due August 31
NACD presents awards annually to recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding work and leadership in soil and water conservation.
 
The Friend of Conservation Award recognizes an individual, business, organization, or agency outside the association for outstanding contributions to conserving our nation's natural resources. Any individual, business, organization, or agency that is not directly associated with conservation districts at the local, state, or national level is eligible to receive this award.
 
The NACD Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual within the association, a conservation district, or a state/territory association that has made significant contributions to the conservation and proper management of our nation's natural resources. Nominees can be involved with districts or the association at any level, including past NACD officers. Nominations are also accepted for individuals posthumously.
 
Visit the NACD website to nominate your conservation leaders now through August 31, 2021. Please contact awards@email.nacdnet.org with any questions. To view previous award winners, visit the NACD Awards Archives.
In Memory of Ernie Tarner, Former Frankin County Conservation District Manager 
Ernest D. Tarner Jr., 74, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania passed away June 24, 2021. For thirty years he was the District Manager of the Franklin County Conservation District prior to his retirement in 2013.
 
Click here to read the obituary.
 
Photo caption: Photo of Ernie Tarner provided by the Franklin County Conservation District. 
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Upcoming Events
July 8, 2021 | 1-2 p.m.
PACD Conservation Committee Video Conference

July 9, 2021 | 1-2 p.m.
PACD District Employees Committee Video Conference