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The UACD Contact Us page provides contact information and inquiry options to connect with staff, ask questions, and get support for conservation programs and resources across Utah. Contact Us Utah Association of Conservation Districts is headquartered in Logan, Utah. If you would like to contact someone in your own conservation district, please refer to our map of district zones page. Utah Association of Conservation Districts PO Box 4117 Logan, UT 84323 Cell: 435.881.7688 Send questions or comments to UACD: Name * Email * Subject Message Success! Message received. Send

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Grand Conservation District partners with landowners and local communities to protect soil, water, and natural resources while supporting sustainable land use in Grand County, Utah. Grand Conservation District Grand County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 01:00 pm Place: Easy Bee Farm 4065 Easy St, Moab UT 84532 Contact Ryan Jones to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-381-2300 ext 113 Email: ryanj@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Like Follow them on Facebook

Price River Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to protect soil, water, and watershed health while supporting sustainable land management in Carbon County, Utah. Price River Conservation District Carbon County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 07:00 pm Place: Place: NRCS Office, Price UT 84501 Contact Ryan Jones to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-381-2300 ext 113 Email: ryanj@utah.gov You could also email: prwcdclerk@gmail.com “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Like Follow them on Facebook

Sevier County Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to protect soil, water, and natural resources while supporting sustainable agriculture and land stewardship in central Utah. Sevier County Conservation District Sevier County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 3rd Tuesday of the month, 1:00 pm Place: USDA Service Center Conference Room Address: 340 N 600 E Richfield UT Contact JP Contreras to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-660-8110 Email: jcontreras@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.”

Learn about the 2025 UACD Convention, featuring sessions, speakers, networking, and updates supporting Utah’s conservation districts. 2025 UACD Annual Convention "Cultivating Resilience" November 5 - 6, 2025 Dixie Convention Center, St. George, UT Hilton Garden Inn St. George 435.634.4100 Make A Reservation Utah's very own Dustbowl Pat Hearty Pat recounts the story of the Dust Bowl era as it unfolded in the Grantsville area, highlighting the pivotal role played by the local conservation district in restoring the land. While the Dust Bowl is often associated with the Midwest, its impacts reached much farther—including Utah. The state experienced its own version of the Dust Bowl, with particularly severe consequences in the Stansbury Mountains, where overgrazing led to widespread soil degradation. Register Now Schedule Check out the full agenda and registration information here . 2025 Keynote Speaker Peter Byck, Roots So Deep The director and "wrangler of scientists" created Roots So Deep, a four-part documentary about adaptive cattle ranchers and their convention neighbors. Through storytelling and research, Byck examines how different grazing practices impact ecology and the economy. Check out his videos at www.rootssodeep.org National Anthem Competition UACD is excited to host a National Anthem Competition as part of the 2025 Convention! We invite participants to showcase their talent and patriotism by submitting an entry. Click here to enter the competition 2025 UACD Photo Contest Entries Help us recognize the photographers who capture the beauty and importance of conservation in our communities. View Photo Entries Want to become a sponsor? Click below for more information. Sponsor Information 2024 NACD Convention Highlights Thank you to our generous sponsors!

2025 UACD Convention Highlights 2025 UACD Awards Connecting Conservation Award Recipient: Nathan Daugs The Connecting Conservation Award recognizes individuals whose dedication to partnerships and collaboration has strengthened conservation efforts across Utah. This year’s recipient, Nathan Daugs, Manager of the Cache Water District, exemplifies this spirit of service. Nate works tirelessly to oversee water resources and promote storage projects that ensure a reliable water supply—supporting both agricultural operations and growing urban communities while planning for Utah’s long-term water needs. 2025 UACD Awards President's Award Recipient: Bill Zanotti Selected by the UACD President, this award honors exceptional leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to UACD’s mission. This year’s recipient, Bill Zanotti, recently retired from the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands, consistently prioritized conservation districts throughout his career. Bill attended district meetings, ensured open communication between the agency and districts, and built meaningful connections that improved statewide collaboration. UACD extends sincere appreciation for Bill’s leadership, service, and the lasting impact he leaves on Utah’s conservation community. 2025 UACD Awards Bill Rigby Award Recipient: Jason Morgan, Morgan Conservation District This year’s Bill Rigby Award goes to Jason Morgan, whose lifetime of service reflects unwavering dedication to agriculture, conservation, and community. Jason manages his 4th-generation family ranch in Morgan County, established in 1952. He and his wife Rhonda run Diamond D Beef—raising Angus-cross cattle with high-quality local feed—and grow produce for local families using a high tunnel and irrigated crop ground. National Anthem Performance We were honored to have Seilala Tofu, winner of our National Anthem Contest, perform at this year’s Annual Convention. Her beautiful voice and uplifting presence set the perfect tone for our event. Thank you, Seilala, for sharing your talent with the UACD community. Dust Bowl Presentation What was Utah’s Dust Bowl, and why does it matter today? Pat Hearty breaks down the history, causes, and lasting effects of major dust events in Utah, connecting past land-use decisions to present-day conservation efforts. Photo Gallery DSC09653 DSC09693 DSC09453 Describe your image DSC09653 1/53 Conference Presentations DUST BOWL CLICK HERE ZONE 2 CLICK HERE ZONE 3 CLICK HERE ZONE 4 CLICK HERE ZONE 5 CLICK HERE ZONE 7 CLICK HERE Regional Economic Values of the Bear River CLICK HERE UTAH LANDOWNER CONSERVATION RESOURCE CLICK HERE DUSCHESNE CLICK HERE CLICK HERE

Protecting land, water, and local livelihood, right here in San Juan County Working alongside producers and communities to conserve natural resources for today and future generations. San Juan Conservation District San Juan County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 08:00 am Place: San Juan County Building, 117 S Main, Monticello, UT 84535 Contact Ryan Jones to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-381-2300 ext 113 Email: ryanj@utah.gov You could also email: sjcdclerk@gmail.com “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Like Follow them on Facebook

Davis County Conservation District provides conservation programs, education, and technical assistance to protect soil, water, and natural resources in northern Utah communities. Davis County Conservation District Davis County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Thursday of the month, 9:00 am, 28 E State St, Farmington, UT 84025 3rd floor Conference room Contact Parker Wayment to get involved or learn more about available resources P hone: 385-405-7264 Email: pwayment@utah.gov “ Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.”

Juab County Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to conserve soil, water, and natural resources while supporting sustainable agriculture and land stewardship in central Utah. Juab County Conservation District Juab County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Thursday of the month, 5:00 pm Place: USDA Service Ctr Address: 635 N Main, Nephi Contact JP Contreras to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-660-8110 Email: jcontreras@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.”

San Rafael Conservation District focuses on conserving rangelands, watersheds, and soil resources while supporting responsible land stewardship in central Utah. San Rafael Conservation District Emery County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 2nd Thursday of the month, 10:30 am Place: NRCS Office 1090 N Des Bee Dove Rd, Castle Dale, UT 84513 Contact Ryan Jones to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-381-2300 ext 113 Email: ryanj@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.” Like Follow them on Facebook

Upper Sevier Conservation District works with landowners and local partners to conserve soil, water, and watershed resources while supporting sustainable land management in south-central Utah. Upper Sevier Conservation District Garfield County District Highlights Meeting Information Meeting Date: 1st Monday of the month, 12:00 pm Place: Kenny Ray’s Restaurant, 80 N Main St, Panguitch, UT 84759 Contact Tyce Palmer to get involved or learn more about available resources Phone: 435-676-8189 Email: tpalmer@utah.gov “Disclaimer: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. UACD does not manage district schedules and may not receive updates when changes occur.”