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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
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UID:1547-1638964800-1638968400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Brine on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Matt Wittum\, Highway Superintendent with the Town of Linn\, joins us again to advise smaller municipalities or anyone interested getting into brine but running into budget issues. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/brine-on-a-budget/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T203410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203410Z
UID:1548-1638964800-1638968400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Black Farmer Justice: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:Black farmers have a rich history and promising future in the United States\, even though the Black history of agriculture is often reduced to slavery and cotton plantations. In Farming While Black (2018)\, Leah Penniman argues that justice for Black people\, farmers and otherwise\, requires learning about Black histories of agriculture\, creating new experiences in the natural world\, and getting in touch with our food systems. With a panel of Black scholars\, farmers\, and activists\, in this webinar we explore what justice for Black farmers is today\, what it has been in the past\, and what it can be in the future. \n 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/black-farmer-justice-past-present-and-future/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T203530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203530Z
UID:1549-1638966600-1638973800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Management and Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide practitioners with technical guidance for the successful stewardship of habitat including what to expect and recommended management actions over time. This module will also provide a better understanding of the importance of monitoring to evaluate the success or need to adapt management plans\, as well as include specific monitoring methodologies. \nTOPIC 1: Long-term management considerations and strategies.\nDan Zay\, State Resource Conservationist\, USDA/NRCS \nTOPIC 2: Disturbance\, prescribed fire\, and the importance of managing succession.\nJoe Robb\, Ph.D.\, Project Lead\, USFWS\, Big Oaks and Muscatatuck Nation Wildlife Refuge Complex\nQuanit Ali\, Wildlife Biologist\, USFWS\, Necedah National Wildlife Refuge\nAngela VanWinden\, Wildlife Refuge Specialist\, USFWS\, Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge \nTOPIC 3: The importance of monitoring: Incorporating the Integrated Monarch Monitoring Program (IMMP) into Your Project.\nJennifer Thieme\, Science Coordinator\, Monarch Joint Venture \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/habitat-management-and-monitoring/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T203649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203649Z
UID:1550-1638968400-1638972000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:History of Racism in US Agriculture and Organic
DESCRIPTION:Organic organizations have recognized the need for training providing baseline knowledge and common language around issues of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion across the organic community. \nThis presentation\, delivered by Beth Schermerhorn and Asha Carter from Cambium Collective with the input of the steering committee and focus groups\, will provide an overview of systemic racism in organic agriculture systems\, data on current demographics surrounding organic farmers\, consumers\, and service providers\, and existing policies contributing to or remediating discrepancies. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/history-of-racism-in-us-agriculture-and-organic/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T203800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203800Z
UID:1551-1638968400-1638975600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Identifying trees without their leaves can be difficult. However\, knowing how to use their twigs\, buds\, and bark can make it a lot easier. In this program\, we will cover the basics of winter tree identification through a combination of presentations\, in-field tree identification\, and twig identification practice. Join us as we explore the winter beauty of Schmeeckle’s trees and learn how to: \n\nuse dichotomous keys\,\napply key terminology to identify trees and twigs\, and\nidentify trees by bark\, twig\, and buds.\n\nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/winter-tree-identification/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T203924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T203924Z
UID:1552-1638990000-1638995400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:How (and How Not) to Apply for Agricultural Grants
DESCRIPTION:With a wave of new grant opportunities and emergency funding for farmers\, it can be tough to know where to start—or if you even should. \nGrants can help your farm upgrade\, innovate\, and grow. But the application process can have a steep learning curve and a quick turnaround. With no guarantee of funding\, it’s important to ask yourself if a grant is right for your farm and worth the work. \nIn this webinar you’ll hear from a farmer who successfully—and unsuccessfully—applied for funding\, a grants administrator\, and consultants from Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers. You’ll learn how to identify funding sources that make sense for your farm’s goals. You’ll also learn about the ebb and flow of funding cycles\, the differences between grants and emergency funds\, strategies for getting prepared to apply for grants\, and resources for getting help. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/how-and-how-not-to-apply-for-agricultural-grants/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T204114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T204114Z
UID:1553-1639044000-1639047600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Activate Soil Microbes to Unlock Nutrients and Improve Profitability
DESCRIPTION:Regardless of how many nutrients we apply\, without healthy soil they may never make it to the plant due to timing or severe weather. It’s not uncommon to experience nitrogen loss of 30-50% and up to 80% of applied phosphorus can get bound to elements in the soil\, leaving little in a form that plants actually use. This webinar will help you learn how to wake up your soil’s microbiome\, maximize profits\, and take back control. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/activate-soil-microbes-to-unlock-nutrients-and-improve-profitability/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T183548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T183548Z
UID:1543-1639051200-1639054800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Ladies' Lunch 'n Learn: Land Conservation Plans
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman landowner interested in developing a conservation plan that stewards your land for future generations?  Wisconsin Women in Conservation is leading fan innovative and inaugural  state-wide initiative to support women landowners interested in developing a land conservation plan.  Join this virtual learning circle for women landowners where you’ll have the opportunity to learn from two leading NRCS conservation plan experts in Wisconsin who will help demystify the conservation plan process and connect you with resources.  This session will clearly explain the purpose and components of these plans and the tools and support NRCS provides\, including a free farm walk-through and funding opportunities like EQIP and CSP. \nInfo and registration here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/ladies-lunch-n-learn-land-conservation-plans/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T204238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T204238Z
UID:1554-1639051200-1639062000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Western Wisconsin Conservation Council (WCCC) Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda \n12 p.m. Lunch \n1-3 p.m. Programing \n\nWWCC year in review: Todd Doornink\, WWCC board president\n2020-member survey results review and The Nature Conservancy incentive program review: Steve Richter and Ricardo Costa\, The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin\nWWCC well-testing research update: Dr. Jill Coleman Wasik\, UWRF\nBiochar research product introduction: Dr. Patrick Woolcock & Dr. Natasha Rayne\, UWRF\nLessons from the field: WWCC farmer experience panel discussion: WWCC farmer members\n\n3:15 p.m. Members only Annual Meeting \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/western-wisconsin-conservation-council-wccc-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T204414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T204414Z
UID:1555-1639074600-1639080000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Working together and giving back
DESCRIPTION:We are all contributors on the journey to effective ecological restoration. We are part of the same Earth and connected by interwoven systems that govern how we live and interact with each other. This session will present an overview of the reciprocity of our actions\, and discuss how to collaborate with community partners\, create sustainable volunteer engagement\, and invite us to evaluate our motivations in caring for the land. \n\nInterwoven Systems of Reciprocity – Sarina Perchak and Dave Skene\nBuilding and sustaining volunteer motivation – Tim Alamenciak\nThe Manitoulin Phragmites Project – Judith Jones\nCreative approaches to community engagement – Martin Tamlyn\n\nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/working-together-and-giving-back/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T204704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T204704Z
UID:1556-1639132200-1639135800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Chemical Control of Cattail in Species-Rich Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Narrow-leaved cattail (Typha angustifolia) and hybrid cattail (Typha x glauca) are aggressive invaders of wetlands in Wisconsin. Integrated Restorations\, LLC\, has been evaluating the use of the selectively-targeted herbicide imazapyr (Polaris) for reversing cattail invasions in species-rich fen and sedge meadow wetlands of the Mukwonago River watershed in southeastern Wisconsin. The treatment protocol they developed reduced cattail stem densities by more than 99% with remarkable improvements in native wetland vegetation species richness\, diversity\, and floristic quality. Join Integrated Restorations operations manager and principal restoration ecologist Craig Annen to hear more about the research and its results and learn how this approach may help you control invasive cattail in your wetland. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/chemical-control-of-cattail-in-species-rich-wetlands/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T205336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T205336Z
UID:1558-1639153800-1639164600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Barriers to Opportunities for Peri-Urban Farm Startups and Expansions: Navigating Access to Land\, Capital\, and Production Capacity
DESCRIPTION:Washington State University in partnership with Oregon State University announces “Farming on the Urban Edge”\, a series of online Conferences starting throughout winter 2021 through Spring 20-22 that will launch the new Peri-Urban Agriculture Network. The mission of this initiative is for farmers\, policy-makers\, educators\, and food system stakeholders to learn strategies to improve the viability of farming in urbanizing areas\, and ways that communities can sustain and enhance the growth of peri-urban farms and food economies. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/barriers-to-opportunities-for-peri-urban-farm-startups-and-expansions-navigating-access-to-land-capital-and-production-capacity/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211215
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T205442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T205443Z
UID:1559-1639267200-1639526399@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:The MASWCD annual convention includes business meetings\, updates on current issues\, a keynote address\, informational sessions\, a trade show\, and recognition of outstanding soil and water conservation districts (SWCDs) and individuals. \nFrom grassroots initiatives to innovative conservation practices\, the convention provided attendees with new ideas that can be implemented across the state. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/minnesota-association-of-soil-and-water-conservation-districts-annual-convention/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T205606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T205606Z
UID:1560-1639386000-1639389600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Building Resilient Farms and Farm Families
DESCRIPTION:Farm and farm families experience a variety of stressors that lead to disruptions on the farm. Building resilience is necessary to reduce the impact of stressors and strengthen the farm and farm families. This session will share strategies that promote resilience and identify signs of stress on the farm. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/building-resilient-farms-and-farm-families/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T205732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T205732Z
UID:1561-1639396800-1639402200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Making Conservation Profitable
DESCRIPTION:Iowa County’s Uplands Watershed Group supports farmers in implementing conservation strategies that protect soil\, recycle nutrients\, increase water infiltration\, support wildlife\, and hold carbon in the soil\, among other benefits. \nEveryone has to eat lunch! Come join us as we explore a variety of strategies to make conservation profitable and ways to assess the economic value of those strategies on your farm. We will survey information on cover crops\, alternative crops; value-added opportunities\, managed grazing\, agri-tourism\, and emerging market opportunities. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/making-conservation-profitable/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T205854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T205854Z
UID:1562-1639422000-1639425600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Crane Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Each fall\, upwards of 10\,000 sandhill cranes congregate along the Wisconsin River just behind Leopold’s Shack—and this year is no different. The cranes are arriving by the thousands at their annual stopover in Baraboo\, Wisconsin\, and the Aldo Leopold Foundation is committed to sharing the experience with you. \nEngage in a live presentation with Dr. Stan Temple\, get a behind-the-scenes look at the conservation work we do to protect these majestic birds\, and witness the captivating sight of thousands of cranes flying in to roost for the night. This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/virtual-crane-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211216
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211112T163137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T163137Z
UID:1458-1639440000-1639612799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Missouri State Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:This two-day virtual conference features presentations and discussion panels about cover crops and soil health. Speakers include farmers experienced with cover crops and soil health along with other soil health experts. Topics to be covered include the latest approaches with cover crop management\, grazing of cover crops\, soil health measurement\, carbon payment programs\, and strategies for boosting soil health. \nThe conference will be held from 9am – 12pm each morning of the conference. \nA detailed agenda\, including speaker bios and presentation topics\, will be sent to registered conference attendees and available on our website later in November. \nConference registration is free!  \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/missouri-state-conference-on-cover-crops-and-soil-health/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211216
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210000Z
UID:1563-1639440000-1639612799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Soil Management Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Soil Management Summit emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science. Straight from the fields\, learn how heavier\, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till\, reduced tillage\, and cover crop farmers as they share their experiences\, so you can be spared the same hard-learned lessons. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-management-summit/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210140Z
UID:1564-1639483200-1639488600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Hiring practice to build and retain diverse teams
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for ways to build a more diverse work environment? Join this workshop to learn different hiring practices that can help you build and retain diverse teams. \nParticipants will begin by discovering the dimensions of diversity\, then delve into human behaviors such as implicit biases and how these can manifest within hiring practices. After exploring what often leads to discriminatory workplace culture\, attendees will advance to what builds and retains diverse teams. The goal of this training is to move beyond old ways and transition to healthier outlooks and policies. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/hiring-practice-to-build-and-retain-diverse-teams/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210251Z
UID:1565-1639483200-1639488600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Connecting Farm to School
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Farmers Union and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture\, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) are teaming up to host “Bridging the Gap: Connecting Farm to School.” Join us for a conversation with farmers and supply chain partners to lay groundwork on Farm to School procurement amid new opportunities. \nThis free webinar will offer an overview of how schools and farmers can work together to enhance access to locally grown products. Presenters from both DATCP and the Department of Public Instruction (DPI)\, who have identified needs and opportunities for education around producers and local food businesses in working with schools. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/bridging-the-gap-connecting-farm-to-school/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210401Z
UID:1566-1639483200-1639488600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Using Ecological Forestry to Support Bird Management Objectives
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Forest Ecology Working Group (FEWG) and NCTC\, working in collaboration with many FWS programs and partners\, have developed a monthly lecture series to address the 50-year decline of 3 billion birds through partnerships\, conservation science and forest management. The series tells a compelling story about forest bird population declines\, partnership opportunities\, and forest management actions that can support bird population recovery and sustainability. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/using-ecological-forestry-to-support-bird-management-objectives/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210654Z
UID:1568-1639486800-1639490400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Managing Tribal Fisheries and Employees on the Reservation
DESCRIPTION:Tribal natural resource management agencies continue to provide employment opportunities within the fisheries field\, and while much is known about Western ways of managing fisheries\, native culture and its views on fishery management are largely unknown to non-natives. In this presentation\, we give guidance on how to prepare to work for tribe\, effectively manage employees\, create fishery regulations\, and more. We also discuss native culture\, Treaty Rights\, history\, and modern day tribal governance/sovereignty. This presentation aims to inform those who are interested in working for a tribe or for those wanting to gain more knowledge about the people of the first nations. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/managing-tribal-fisheries-and-employees-on-the-reservation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210514Z
UID:1567-1639486800-1639492200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Preserving Local Food Systems with Federal Financing
DESCRIPTION:Traditional development finance tools can be used to support food-related businesses and projects\, leveraging further investment to catalyze local and regional food systems. Food can be a powerful tool for revitalization\, in terms of both economic growth and improvements to the built environment. Many food-related enterprises are small businesses that keep dollars local and create jobs\, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture has a multitude of financing programs available for these efforts. Offerings such as the Business and Industry Loan program\, AMS loans for agriculture\, and the new Regional Food System Partnerships are options that should be considered by small rural areas to mitigate the impacts of the pandemic on food systems. During this installment of the CDFA Federal Financing Webinar Series\, hear from experts at the USDA about their various programs available for rural food systems and agricultural producers to recover from the pandemic. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/preserving-local-food-systems-with-federal-financing/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210807Z
UID:1569-1639508400-1639512000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Ranching with Birds
DESCRIPTION:This free webinar is part of the Ranching with Wildlife Winter Webinar Series from World Wildlife Fund’s Sustainable Ranching Initiative Team. Each monthly webinar features regional experts in different species\, with a focus on how wildlife interact with ranch management. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/ranching-with-birds/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211216
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211025T202130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T202130Z
UID:1354-1639526400-1639612799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Farms Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Discovery Farms Annual Conference is back. This year we will utilize our robust dataset from water quality monitoring over the last 20 years to assess tradeoffs of on-farm management decisions. \nMitigating risk to water quality might look different on every farm but every farm has areas that can be improved. Join us for this one-day event in Wisconsin Dells as we take a deep dive into our data and discuss farm management strategies for balancing water quality tradeoffs to on-farm management decisions. \nMore info here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/discovery-farms-conference/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170428
CREATED:20211207T210943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T210943Z
UID:1570-1639558800-1639569600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Shoreline Stabilization Outreach Project
DESCRIPTION:Each of the 72 Wisconsin land conservation departments received a box of printed pamphlets created based on practices used in Northern Wisconsin lakes’ projects. This webinar will discuss the process and participants involved with creating the publication as well as the background leading up to its development. \nFurther discussion will go through the lakeshore protection technical design methods and reference some WDNR permitting examples specific to projects and techniques used in various counties. Project examples will be shared by Stacy Dehne (DATCP) as well as Travis Tulowitzky (Bayfield County) and Heather Palmquist (Iron County). \nOne Professional Development Hour (PDH) will be offered. \nDepending on interest\, a spring tour will be planned to follow up on site visits and viewing of the practices in the field. \nRegister by Dec. 13 \n 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/an-introduction-to-the-shoreline-stabilization-outreach-project/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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UID:1571-1639569600-1639573200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Private Well Assessment and Outreach for EHPs
DESCRIPTION:This 4-hour online workshop covers the use of a new assessment tool for the evaluation of private well vulnerability to contamination and best practices for well owner outreach. Participants will learn private well fundamentals\, how to assess a private well using the assessment tool\, how to effectively engage private well owners\, how to develop a program for outreach to well owners\, and best practices for managing a well owner program. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/private-well-assessment-and-outreach-for-ehps/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
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UID:1572-1639573200-1639576800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Classical Biological Control of Weeds – About Misconceptions and Untapped Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Modern classical biological control (or importation biological control) of invasive non-native weeds aims to mitigate their negative impacts on biodiversity\, ecosystem services and human well-being. It implies the deliberate release of specialist natural enemies from the weed’s native range to reduce the densities or the spread of a weed in its introduced range. Assessing the likelihood of non-target effects by a potential biological control agent is one of the fundamental challenges of pre-release studies in biological control projects. The long history of pre-release studies in biological weed control has significantly contributed to the development of environmental risk assessment procedures. Yet despite its wide application across the world\, discussions about the risks involved in classical biological weed control are often dominated by misunderstandings and misconceptions. By addressing some of these misconceptions\, I will elaborate key questions that should be raised in public and scientific debates on the potential risks and benefits of releasing exotic organisms to control exotic invasive weeds. Finally\, I will propose a path forward to further increase efficacy and safety in future projects and conclude by advocating to do classical biological control of weeds more rigorously and more often. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/classical-biological-control-of-weeds-about-misconceptions-and-untapped-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T150000
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CREATED:20211207T211809Z
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UID:1574-1639576800-1639580400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Seven Best Practices for Risk Communication
DESCRIPTION:Understanding risk is a key component for initiatives focused on helping communities prepare for and respond to weather and climate hazards. This interactive webinar introduces participants to seven best practices\, numerous techniques\, and examples for communicating about coastal hazards. Whether beginning a new effort or trying to keep people motivated to better prepare for future hazards\, applying risk communication principles will lead to more effective results. Please note that this training focuses on improving risk communication skills for coastal hazards planning and preparedness\, not crisis communication. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/seven-best-practices-for-risk-communication/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211217
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UID:1576-1639612800-1639699199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/mental-health-first-aid/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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