2021 NACD/AFA Conservation Careers Virtual Workshop 10/18/2019
NACD and Agriculture Future of America (AFA) are working together to host the 2021 Conservation Careers Virtual Workshop, scheduled to be held from June 13-15, 2021. The NACD/AFA Conservation Careers Virtual Workshop will provide a unique experience for up to 50 undergraduate college students and showcase career paths in conservation, agriculture and natural resources management. Students will engage with… Continue reading →
A Reflection on the 2019 Conservation Careers Workshop 06/01/2019
By Sunni Heikes-Knapton The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) welcomed 10 students from universities across the United States to participate in the 2019 Conservation Careers Workshop at NACD's 73rd Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas. This workshop was aimed at introducing college students to the history, trends and… Continue reading →
2019 Conservation Careers Workshop 12/21/2018
The Conservation Careers workshop is an opportunity to introduce current college students to the history, trends and current careers in the field of conservation. Acceptance into the program is on a competitive basis. Applicants are evaluated by a selection committee for their academic and professional experience, as well as an essay on an assigned topic.… Continue reading →
NACD Calls for Immediate Action to Mitigate Effects of Freezes and Layoffs on Conservation Delivery 02/20/2025
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 20, 2025 CONTACT: Candice Abinanti candice-abinanti@nacdnet.org NACD Calls for Immediate Action to Mitigate Effects of Freezes and Layoffs on Conservation Delivery Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is deeply concerned about the severe impacts recent federal layoffs are having on our nation’s ability to conserve… Continue reading →
Mecklenburg SWCD’s Pupil to Practitioner Program – A Grassroots Pathway to Conservation Leadership 11/19/2024
By Barbara Bleiweis, Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District The Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is sparking a new wave of conservation education in North Carolina’s Charlotte-Mecklenburg region through Pupil to Practitioner, a hands-on pilot program designed to inspire and equip underserved students with the tools to become tomorrow’s environmental leaders. With support… Continue reading →
Duplin County SWCD Builds Local Conservation Team with TA Grants 10/08/2024
In the fall of 2016, Hurricane Matthew hit eastern North Carolina, causing widespread flooding and record-breaking storm surge. More hurricanes followed in 2017 and 2018, each impacting eastern North Carolina and its agricultural producers with high winds, storm surges, and flooding that damaged crops and livestock operations and washed out roads. In response, the Duplin… Continue reading →
National Conservation Foundation-Envirothon (NCFE) Alumni and Outreach Coordinator 09/27/2024
The NCF-Envirothon Alumni and Outreach Coordinator will facilitate the conservation careers pipeline for conservation districts and federal agency partners through recruiting new NCF-Envirothon participants and retaining alumni using communications and marketing strategies. The NCF-Envirothon Alumni and Outreach Coordinator will assist with State and Provincial Envirothon program members, Envirothon competition teams, and the NCF-Envirothon Alumni Databases.… Continue reading →
Pee Dee Conservation District Coordinator 08/27/2024
The Pee Dee Conservation District is hiring a district coordinator. Job responsibilities include: Maintaining constant communication and remaining current on logistics of assigned Conservation Districts by attending meetings, making office visits, and assisting with requests and issues. Providing and identifying needed/requested assistance to assigned Conservation Districts. Delivering Department and Conservation District programs, opportunities, trainings, and… Continue reading →
West Piedmont Conservation District Coordinator 08/27/2024
The West Piedmont Conservation District is hiring a district coordinator. Job duties will include: Maintaining constant communication and remaining current on logistics of assigned Conservation Districts by attending meetings, making office visits, and assisting with requests and issues. Providing and identifying needed/requested assistance to assigned Conservation Districts. Delivering Department and Conservation District programs, opportunities, trainings,… Continue reading →