Calling all Conservation District staff and supervisors! The 2025 MACD Convention is just around the corner and will be held in Billings, MT from November 18-20.
MACD and MCDEO will be honoring exceptional conservation district staff and supervisors, and their significant contributions to conservation in Montana, with awards given out during our annual banquet.
- Deadline for nominations: October 10, 2025
- Eligibility varies by award - please see each award description for details!
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MACD Awards
- Hit the Ground Running Award
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- Enthusiasm and efficacy
- Made a strong impact within their first two years of working with their district
- Conservation Initiative Award
- Projects or initiatives with significant impact on the local community, district, or landscape
- Collaborative efforts between conservation partners, landowners, and communities
- Innovative approach to conservation
- Mentorship Award
- Someone who has supported and uplifted others across the districts
- Supervisor of the Year Award (Supervisors Only)
- A supervisor who has exhibited exceptional dedication to the mission and work of their conservation and/or conservation districts across the state of Montana
- Employee of the Year Award (Employees Only)
- An employee who has exhibited exceptional dedication to the mission and work of their conservation and/or conservation districts across the state of Montana
- Conservation Partnership Award (State and Federal Partner Employees)
- A state or federal employee who demonstrates exceptional collaboration with conservation districts, fostering impactful conservation efforts and inspiring sustainable change
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MCDEO Awards
- Conservation Champion Award (Employee Only)
- An employee who makes an outstanding contribution to environmental stewardship in their position with a conservation district.
- Legacy Award (Employee Only)
- An outstanding employee whose impact will be felt for years after they're gone, and who comes to mind when you think about a lifelong conservationist.
- Trailblazer Award (Employee Only)
- An individual who is leading the way in new, fun and exciting conservation programs, practices and outreach. A true conservation leader.
- Helping Hand (Employee Only)
- An employee who generously shares time, knowledge and experience to support and guide fellow employees. They lead with patience, encouragement and a spirit of collaboration, helping others learn the ropes and succeed in their many conservation district roles.
- Outstanding Newcomer (Employee Only)
- An employee with a willingness to dive in and work with passion and grit. Our Conservation World is a better place since they've come along!