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Listen in to learn about real-world examples of SCD thinking outside the box, implementing conservation practices through innovative partnerships and funding opportunities.

Why is it important to provide internship opportunities? How can partners be utilized to create a unique and positive experience? What are general pointers when creating an internship opportunity? - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension along with Tanner Gue and Robert Ford with ND Ducks Unlimited along with Darrell Oswald with the Burleigh County SCD as they discuss these questions and more! You're not going to want to miss out! - To learn more reach out to: Robert Ford at [email protected] https://www.ducks.org/north-dakota/ducks-unlimiteds-north-dakota-conservation-programs Darrell Oswald at [email protected] https://menokenfarm.com/

How do "terms" get in the way of promoting or implementing better farming practices? Where did this idea of regenerative agriculture come from? Where is it headed? What role do Soil Conservation Districts play? Is there a time and place for conventional practices? - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension, along with Helena Agri-Enterprises Ron Kessel out of New England, and Burleigh County SCD employees Jay Fuhrer & Darrell Oswald as they discuss the evolution of conservation agriculture from conservation tillage to soil health and more! - Go ahead, grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. You don't want to miss out!

What types of grazing systems are included under the regenerative grazing umbrella? How do you involve the next generation in your operation? What resources are available to help you grow your understanding of pasture management? - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension, along with Krista Ehlert with SDSU Extension to learn more! - Go ahead, grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - Additional Resources: https://extension.sdstate.edu/women-range Krista Ehlert's email: [email protected]

Listen in to learn more about Soil Your Undies and how the Adams County SCD used it as an opportunity to create dialogue with producers AND community members! - Soil Your Undies Information: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1V6RJMWRKkuuX1g3eFUekooiceIVC55Zc?usp=drive_link

Listen in to learn more about the ND Association of SCD along with it's Executive Director, Rhonda Kelsch! What opportunities are available through the NDASCD? What is Rhonda's backstory?- Go ahead, grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!

While important, policy manuals are often overlooked. Often, it’s up to the SCD employees to take charge and ensure these documents are created or updated. Join us to get the employees’ hot take when it comes to policy manuals.

NDSU Extension provides a variety of services for SCD, but it can be confusing keeping everyone straight! Listen in to learn more about the different individuals and the roles they play on the Conservation Leadership and Planning team! - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension, along with Paula Comeau, Lindy Berg, Amber Fetch, and Leslie Stevens, to learn more! - Go ahead, grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - Additional Resources: SCD Resources Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link - Soil and Water Conservation Leadership Academy Website: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/programs/soil-and-water-conservation-leadership-academy

Wondering what roles current supervisors and employees play in supporting and welcoming new team members? How do you support a new person when you don't fully understand their roles and responsibilities? - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension, along with Williams County SCD Manager Molly Carlson and Slope-Hettinger Supervisor Keith Witte as they discuss how WE ALL have a role in welcoming new team members! - Go ahead grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converseabout serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains, you don'twant to miss out! - Additional Resources: Employees Association Website: https://www.ndcdea.org/training SCD Resources Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link Onboarding Modules: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HATZaLB1V-Ha3O32Hq-CXMPTJClP1e18?usp=drive_link

Interested in learning how to build relationships and develop a reputation for providing alternative conservation funding opportunities? Wondering how to transition a successful SCD from experienced staff to a new generation of conservation professionals? - Join Hannah Nordby with NDSU Extension, along with Sierra Lee and Brett Hendrickson, with the Bowman-Slope SCD as they discuss these questions and more! - Go ahead, grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plans, you don't want to miss out!

Join Hannah Nordby, a Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning with NDSU Extension along with ND Conservation District Employee Association President Dustin Kruger, Partnerships Coordinator Sarah Tunge, and Training Coordinator Kelli Schumacher to learn about the current and future opportunities provided to SCD employees through the Employees Association!-ND Employees Association Website: https://www.ndcdea.org/

Why should an SCD prioritize branding and marketing? Is it all about the “free swag”, or does the quality of services and community relationships also play into branding your SCD? How do you balance bringing in new services with current employee workload? When is it time to hire workers to help expand the services offered? - Join Hannah Nordby, along with Dustin Kruger, Molly Carlson, and Kelli Schumacher as they discuss these questions andmore! - Go head grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - For more information related to NDSoil Conservation Districts, please reference these resources: Contact us at: [email protected] Website:https://www.ndsu.edu/ndssc/ Google Drive Resources:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link - ND Employees Association Website & Contact Information: https://ndcdea.com/board-of-directors--scd-offices.html

What is virtual fencing? What type of livestock can it be utilized on? On paper virtual fencing sounds great, what’sthe real-world practicality of it? - Join Hannah Nordby, along with NDSU Extension Rangeland Management Specialist, Kevin Sedivec; NDSU Graduate Research Assistant, Josh Wianecki; Sheep Producer from Bison, SD, Dave Ollila; and SDSU Extension Precision Livestock Field Specialist, Logan Vandermark, as they discuss these questions and more! - Go head grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - Panelist Contact Information: Kevin Sedivec: [email protected] Logan Vandermark: [email protected] - For more information related to NDSoil Conservation Districts, please reference these resources: Contact us at: [email protected] Website:https://www.ndsu.edu/ndssc/ Google Drive Resources:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link

How can SCD Supervisors best support the employees they oversee and prioritize concerns to be addressed? What duties are included in a supervisor's "job description"? What resources are available to help supervisors in fulfilling their duties? - Join Hannah Nordby, along with Tokina Mcharry, Andrea Bowman, and Steve Gilje as they discuss these questions and more! - Go head grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - For more information related to ND Soil Conservation Districts, please reference these resources: Contact us at: [email protected] Website: https://www.ndsu.edu/ndssc/ Google Drive Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link

You said yes to implementing a watershed project. Now what? From start to finish what is the step-by-step process? What resources are available to support SCD? - Join Hannah Nordby, Emilee Novak and Chance Porsborg for Part 2 of Implementing a Watershed Project! - Go ahead grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out! - Emilee Novak NPS Program Coordinator Watershed Management Program 701-328-5240  ⁠[email protected]