NACD issues a number of publications to keep our member conservation districts informed of NACD's activities, the latest conservation news affecting districts and their customers, and newly available tools and resources. Click here to join the mailing lists for the following publications, or fill out the form at the bottom of the page:  eResource eResource… Continue reading →

It is important to be able to translate the technical assistance work your district carries out into stories that connect with your constituents and beyond. You probably already do this through your website, newsletters, and social media. Below are some tips and resources to help you tell impactful, personal stories that will connect with your… Continue reading →

Host State Tour: Grand River Guided Walking Tour and Visit to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Monday, July 20, 2026 1:30 – 6:30 p.m. ET This tour is included in the cost of registration.  This tour will visit two sites in Grand Rapids: the Grand River and the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Stop 1:… Continue reading →

By Jackson Moody, NACD Membership and Development Coordinator  Did you know that NACD has a sister organization that cultivates, educates, and inspires conservation leaders of all ages? The National Conservation Foundation (NCF) was formed to develop our next generation of conservation leaders. Organized in 1952, the NCF supports the advancement of programs and partnerships to deliver conservation solutions through locally led environmental conservation and… Continue reading →

Mr. Lomax has been an ecologist and business adviser with The Lomax Consulting Group, agencies, and organizations for more than 50 years. His experience is in project management, inter-disciplinary team development and management, performing environmental assessments and site feasibility studies, ecological studies, assessment of issues and development of strategic plans for solving environmental/land use regulatory… Continue reading →

By Candice Abinanti, NACD Director of Communications in collaboration with the NACD Natural Resources Committee  Land conversion and the loss of working lands to residential subdivisions, solar arrays, data centers, and other development are concerns NACD hears from conservation districts across the country. The American Farmland Trust’s report, Farms Under Threat 2040: Choosing an Abundant Future, states that “From 2001–2016, our nation lost or compromised 2,000 acres of farmland and ranchland… Continue reading →

Conservation districts across the country continue to lead the charge on locally led conservation, bridging gaps between partners to enhance conservation outcomes, connect landscape-scale efforts, and drive greater impact where it matters most. As federal funding streams shift and traditional stewardship models evolve, districts are continuing to serve as vital local partners, critical to the… Continue reading →

Are you ready to step up your outreach game? Having specialized software to create social media posts, handouts, and custom designs is a great place to start. This guide will aid you in navigating the most popular options and help you decide which one is the best fit. Best of all, the NACD Outreach Subcommittee… Continue reading →

Did you know that NACD’s Bylaws (available on our Member’s Only page) allow for three standing committees and several subcommittees, each of which work on behalf of our membership? At the start of their term, the NACD President (in this case, Gary Blair of Mississippi), finalizes NACD's committee appointments, establishes any subcommittees, and generally charges… Continue reading →

Did you know that NACD serves close to 3,000 conservation district members, their boards, and their staff? We have a very robust data management system to serve that many conservation districts and individuals, which is tied to our website. As a result, each conservation district and many individuals have a unique login to perform certain… Continue reading →