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Staff Conference Brings Together Nearly 100 in Williamsport


Christopher Ridenhour (left) wraps-up the keynote session, “Tuned In, Turned Up, or Tapped Out?” Ridenhour is pictured with Don Hibbard from Susquehanna County Conservation District.

The 2019 Building for Tomorrow Staff Conference was held February 27–28 at the Genetti Hotel in Williamsport. The theme was “Culture & Communication.” The conference aimed to provide inspiration as well as valuable information on values, mission, and culture to Pennsylvania’s conservation districts.

Ninety-seven people representing 32 conservation districts attended the two-day event.

Financial and other support for the Building for Tomorrow Leadership Development Program is provided through a grant from the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission. Guidance for the Program is provided through the Pennsylvania Conservation Partnership’s Leadership Development Committee.