Oct 16

Eastern South Dakota Water Conference 2024

Wednesday, October 16

The Eastern South Dakota Water Conference will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center (631 22nd Ave., Brookings, SD 57006). This year's theme is "South Dakota Water Sustainability & Security: Challenges & Opportunities."

This conference is held annually in Brookings and features presentations from universities, industry, local, state and federal government agencies, non-profits and other stakeholder groups. The conference covers the latest strategies and research for water managers and water users on the Northern Great Plains.

Registration

Registration is required by October 2. The cost for professionals attending the conference is $85. Registration for students is $25 and includes lunch. 

For more information, visit the event page or contact David Kringen, SDSU Extension Water Resources Field Specialist.

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