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See you next year? More photos added

Posted on 02.11.22 by Harney SWCD

Last night the HSWCD’s annual business meeting was held at the Historic Central Hotel in Burns.  Catering was provided by Rockin’ R Sweets and special door prizes were provided by The Silvies Valley Golf Course, Rocking Heart Spa, ACW Rental, Susan Doverspike, Charlotte Ganskopp, HSWCD and HCWMA.

The District awarded a Partner in Conservation to Andrew Shields.  Andrew is a former HSWCD Board Director. 

Two people shaking hands at an event, a presentation screen in the background highlights a conservation partnership.
Pictured, left to right: HSWCD District Manager Jason Kesling, Sage-grouse Habitat and Rangeland Restoration Planner Danielle Reynolds, and Andrew Shields.  Photo Credit:  Franki Kesling

The recipient of a Staff Appreciation Award was presented to HSWCD District Board member Scott Franklin.  Scott also serves as the District’s Vice Chair.

Two men shaking hands, a woman smiling, a screen displaying "Staff Appreciation," and a plaque being awarded.
Pictured left to right: Sage-grouse Coordinator Sarah Mundy, Ag/CWMA Coordinator Tyler Goss, Scott Franklin.  Photo Credit:  Franki Kesling
A person behind a counter with a "Farewell 18th Amendment" sign, evoking a prohibition era vibe.
The Historic Central Hotel provided a no host bar 
A smiling man and woman standing together indoors, with the woman holding a drink.
District Manager Jason Kesling and his wife Franki

 

Two smiling children standing together indoors, one wearing a "STRANGER" themed blue T-shirt and the other in a gray "WISCONSIN" T-shirt.
Kids invited! 
A table with various items, possibly for a raffle or auction, including outdoor gear, electronics, and household products.
Fabulous Prizes! We want to thank ACW Rentals for the weed eater, Silvies Valley Ranch for the golf/lunch package, the Rocking Heart Spa for the massage/lunch package, and local artists Charlotte Ganskopp and Susan Doverspike who provided great photos. Photo credit:  Sarah Mundy 
A presentation in progress with attendees listening and a speaker discussing rangeland wildfire management.
Katherine Wollstein is a Rangeland Fire Regional Specialist with the Eastern Oregon Agriculture Research Center. She spoke about fire management as Tyler and Jason look on.   Photo credit:  Sarah Mundy
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