2024

Pennington Conservation District Conference

September 25th  -  Ramkota Hotel, Rapid City

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Grasslands to Gardens: Ag is for All

Join us for a day of learning and networking with fellow conservation enthusiasts. The conference will feature expert speakers discussing the latest trends in conservation efforts. You'll have the opportunity to attend informative sessions and participate in the engaging rainfall simulator.

Whether you're a seasoned conservationist or just starting your journey, this event is perfect for anyone passionate about soil health and conservation. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and dig into regenerative urban and rural agriculture.


Mark your calendars and get ready for a day filled with inspiration and education at the Pennington Conservation District Conference!


Please register to attend. Adults are $25, and kids and students are free.

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Agenda

Time Speakers Topic
8:00-8:45am Registration
8:45am Shawn Freeland Welcome
9:00-9:45 Roy Thompson From Dis-ease to Abundant Life
9:45-10:00am Break
10:00-10:45 Breakout Sessions
Urban Ag Maggie Syversen Intro to Urban Ag
Rural Ag Roy Thompson Diamonds in The Roughage ie Composting
10:45-11:00am Break
11:00-11:45am Breakout Sessions
Urban Ag Kent Vlieger No-Till Gardening
Rural Ag Victor Tuschen Economics of Soil Health ie Tillage Vs No Till
11:45-12:00pm Break
12:00-1:00pm Lunch/Network
1:00-2:00pm Kent Vlieger/Shawn Freeland Rainfall Simulator Demonstration
2:00-2:45pm Barry and Eli Little Livestock on Grasslands and Croplands
2:45-3:00pm Break
3:00-3:45pm Breakout Sessions
Urban Ag Rick and Michelle Grosek Farm to Table and Distribution
Rural Ag Paul Pierson Forestry/ Private Land Thinning
3:45-4:00pm Break
4:00-4:45pm Josh Larson Windbreaks, Orchards, and Common Tree Diseases
4:45-5:00pm Shawn Freeland Closing Remarks
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