Conservation Employee Training
A conference-style event that aims to support conservation district staff. The conference is delivered in “tracks” to support any soil & water conservation professional. Our goal for this event is to give district staff the ability to learn, share ideas, and connect.
District Idea Sharing
North Carolina has 96 soil and water districts, and each operates differently. The CET offers a chance for districts to learn through stories and bring ideas back to their local communities.
Networking
It’s important for staff to make connections and show support across the state. These relationships keep our soil & water partnership vibrant with progress in conservation methodologies.
Field Trips
Outdoor and on-site learning are an important part of this conference. It’s important for attendees to see work that’s not in their “backyard”. Attendees should learn from those lessons for their own objectives.
Better Together
The 2026 CET will be held at the Koury Convention Center, part of the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Points, in Greensboro, NC, from October 5-8, 2026. If you are curious about the CET 2025 event in Cherokee, NC, please check out the information provided here. Additional workshop tickets and event agenda coming soon!
Conference Cost Info
The hotel rate for the event is $136.00 per night, plus any applicable fees and taxes. Registration is now live, but additional workshop tickets and agendas are still being finalized.
Your registration includes access to all presentations, general sessions, breakout sessions, and a field trip, as well as two meals.
Leadership in Conservation
Presentations from the local districts and the conservation partnership is what makes CET so special. Submit your presentation ideas today to spark important topics for your local communities.
