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Welcome to the 79th Annual Meeting of the National Association of Conservation Districts! 

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Venue: Regency Ballroom (4th) clear filter
Monday, February 10
 

9:00am MST

Opening General Session
Monday February 10, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
A plenary session to welcome participants to NACD's Annual Meeting, hear NACD's President's Address, and be inspired by keynote speaker Erik Weihenmayer, one of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes in the world.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Crowder

Michael Crowder

Immediate Past President, NACD
Immediate Past President Michael Crowder holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in natural resources and environmental sciences, as well as numerous conservation awards, including Benton County and Washington state’s “Wildlife Farmer of the Year” awards, the Washington Association... Read More →
avatar for Kim LaFleur

Kim LaFleur

President, NACD
President Kim LaFleur is the state advisor and program director for the Massachusetts FFA Association and an independent consultant to agricultural organizations and associations. LaFleur has served as president (2007-2010) and vice president (2010-2012) of the Massachusetts Association... Read More →
avatar for Erik Weihenmayer

Erik Weihenmayer

Athlete, Author, No Barriers Co-Founder
Erik Weihenmayer is one of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes in the world. In 2001, he became the only blind person in history to climb Mount Everest. When he stood on the top of Carstensz Pyramid in 2008, he completed his quest to climb all of the Seven Summits-the tallest... Read More →
Monday February 10, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
  Main Sessions & Banquets

12:00pm MST

Leadership Luncheon
Monday February 10, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
This event is included in the cost of full registration.

Hear from keynote speaker Marilyn Vetter, President and CEO of Pheasants Forever, and celebrate photo and poster contest winners, NACD membership awardees, and more during this plated luncheon.
Speakers
avatar for Gary Blair

Gary Blair

President Elect, Natural Resources Committee Chair, NACD
avatar for Marilyn Vetter

Marilyn Vetter

President and CEO, Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever
Marilyn Vetter became the third CEO in Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s history at the beginning of 2023, succeeding longtime President & CEO Howard Vincent who was appointed in 2000. She brings twenty-five years of strategic leadership, business management, and volunteer experience... Read More →
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Mark Masters

Secretary-Treasurer, NACD
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Frank Williams

District & Partner Relations Committee Chair, NACD
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Brent Van Dyke

Chair, National Conservation Foundation
Monday February 10, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
  Main Sessions & Banquets

6:00pm MST

NCF Auction
Monday February 10, 2025 6:00pm - 9:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
This event is included in the cost of full registration.

Join us for the annual National Conservation Foundation (NCF) Live Auction! Auction proceeds directly fund NCF's conservation education programs, which prepare students and adults to be the next generation of natural resource protectors.


Speakers
avatar for Lane Nordlund

Lane Nordlund

Multimedia Farm Broadcaster
Lane Nordlund is a trusted voice in agriculture and rural America. Raised in Central Montana, Nordlund’s deep roots in production agriculture shape his award-winning work as a farm broadcaster. He co-anchors Western Ag Network reports, airing on over 114 radio stations across ten... Read More →
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Johnny Regula

Auctioneer
Monday February 10, 2025 6:00pm - 9:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
  National Conservation Foundation
 
Tuesday, February 11
 

7:00pm MST

Appreciation Banquet
Tuesday February 11, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
This event is included in the cost of full registration.
Celebrate the recipients of awards from the National Conservation District Employees Association (NCDEA), National Conservation Planning Partnership (NCPP), NRCS, and NACD during this plated dinner. See the swearing-in of NACD's Executive Board and officer team.
Speakers
avatar for Kim LaFleur

Kim LaFleur

President, NACD
President Kim LaFleur is the state advisor and program director for the Massachusetts FFA Association and an independent consultant to agricultural organizations and associations. LaFleur has served as president (2007-2010) and vice president (2010-2012) of the Massachusetts Association... Read More →
avatar for Lane Nordlund

Lane Nordlund

Multimedia Farm Broadcaster
Lane Nordlund is a trusted voice in agriculture and rural America. Raised in Central Montana, Nordlund’s deep roots in production agriculture shape his award-winning work as a farm broadcaster. He co-anchors Western Ag Network reports, airing on over 114 radio stations across ten... Read More →
Tuesday February 11, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm MST
Regency Ballroom (4th)
  Main Sessions & Banquets
 
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