How Does Conservation Benefit You? Planning for the 2012 Farm Bill
Please join us on Thursday, April 14, at Beaver Creek Reserve in Fall Creek, WI to discuss the economic benefits of conservation for everyone—from farmers to fishermen to anyone who loves clean air and water—in the upcoming federal Farm Bill.
We are honored to feature Pat Leavenworth, Wisconsin State Conservationist, and Duke Welter of Trout Unlimited’s Driftless Area Restoration Effort.
Come prepared share your experiences with conservation programs. We look forward to hearing from you!
| 10:00am | Welcome and Presentations from Pat Leavenworth and Duke Welter |
| 11:45am | Discussion: Who Benefits From Conservation? |
| 12:15pm | Lunch |
| 1:00pm | Conservation Compliance – Brad Redlin, Izaak Walton League of America |
| 1:30pm | Listening Session and Discussion: Identifying Priorities in the 2012 Farm Bill |
| 3:30pm | Adjourn |
This event is free, open to the public, and lunch will be provided. However, an RSVP is required no later than April 8th. Please contact Gwen Steel to reserve your seat at gsteel@iwla.org or (651) 649-1446.
Sponsored by the Izaak Walton League of America, Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, and Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service.