Every year, the Madison and Ruby Valley Conservation Districts put on one heck of a party. With live music, amazing food, and a remarkable group of friends and neighbors, the Annual Banquet (This year in Twin Bridges!) is a fun time that gathers…
The patterns of change along a river can be barely noticeable, or very dramatic- depending on a number of different factors. Their patterns are known for being a bit mysterious, yet a new mapping effort might be able to give…
The first of the 2016-17 Winter Workshop series will start off with an outstanding presentation on a important, but not often discussed topic: Estate Planning. Through her many years of work on this subject, Dr. Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Economics Specialist,…
Set your middle schooler loose to explore the wilds of Yellowstone with us! The inaugural camp is July 25-27 and will be filled with educational programs by park rangers, hikes, campfire cooking, geological exploration, nature skills development and wildlife…
Citizen Science at it's best- It's happening June 19th at the Madison Valley Public Library! The Madison Stream Team annual training will teach existing and new members how we help our streams to be healthy and productive. The Stream Team…
Are you thinking about a conservation easement, but just not sure what the details are? Wonder no more- this workshop will cover information on the different easement options that landowners can use to protect wetlands, working lands, and wildlife habitat. Speakers…
Join us for a presentation on the health of our streams in the Madison watershed, and learn about the local monitoring efforts that are helping us better understand the conditions of these waterways. Additionally, participate in a discussion about the…
REGISTRATION IS FULL!! Kids belong outside... send YOURS to the 2016 Good Thymes Camp and that's where they will be happiest- and we'll sneak a little learning in there too! Email Nwalker@ennisschools.org to be put on the list for 2017 Good…
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Casey Delphia with Montana State University, as she presents on the importance of native bees as pollinators, the different types of native bees found in Montana and their biology, and practices to encourage native…
It’s our favorite event of the year and we hope you mark your calendar for the celebration! The annual Ruby Valley and Madison Conservation District Banquet will be held April 16th at the Virginia City Elks Lodge, featuring a great…