Private Lands Partnership Meeting
Private Lands Partnership Meeting
This event is for agency staff whose job focuses on private land conservation. Peers will share updates on programs and innovative ways to approach conservation. Time will be allotted for networking and collaborating around conservation.
9:00 to 10:00 a.m. – Social gathering – coffee, tea, and baked goods
SWCD and other partners show up early, connect with colleagues, and meet new employees as you share coffee/tea/juice and baked goods.
10:00 a.m. Meeting Begins
US Fish and Wildlife Service Partners Program – AnnMarie Krmpotich, FWS
An overview of the private lands program at USFWS and examples from the field.
US Fish and Wildlife Service Easements – Luke Anderson, FWS
An overview of the private lands conservation easements offered and administered by USFWS including examples from the field.
Precision Conservation – BJ Werk, Pheasants Forever
Learn how precision agriculture is being used to target unprofitable cash crops and turning them into profitable wildlife habitat.
Noon to 1:00 p.m. – Lunch
Smokehouse Buffet: Smoked beef brisket, grilled bbq chicken, buns, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans and potato chips.
BWSR Update – Kevin Roth and Jason Beckler, BWSR
Update on RIM easements, CREP, CRP incentives, and other relevant programs.
EQIP isn’t just for Farmers – NRCS and Pheasants Forever Staff
Learn to use EQIP to benefit wildlife. Examples from the field, and tips to deliver a successful project.