The VASWCD hosted their annual meeting at Hotel Roanoke December 8-10, 2024. NNSWCD Chairman, Robert Pickett, and Vice-Chairman, Frank Johnson, were attendance along with 4 members of our staff, Kathy Clarke, Joanna Balderson, Kelly Brann & Lowery Becker.

Tuesday, December 9th was a big day for Northern Neck SWCD at Hotel Roanoke. The day started off with our Marketing & Outreach Specialist, Kelly Brann, partnering with Shernita Phillips, Friends of the Rappahannock, giving a presentation during the morning breakout sessions. Kelly & Shernita provided a presentation on Canva to share their tips and tricks with our soil & water conservation districts. If you are interested in learning these tips & tricks, click here to view the presentation.

Two of our staff were recognized at the banquet that evening. Administrative Assistant, Joanna Balderson was recognized for 5 years of service by the Virginia Association of Conservation District Employees (VACDE) and Lowery Becker received the Chaffin Soil & Water Conservation District Employees of the Year Award. To read more about Lowery’s achievement, check out this article.