2024 Annual Meeting

Join Us at the Hotel Roanoke – Save the Dates: December 8-10, 2024

Join us for our 2024 Annual Meeting at the Hotel Roanoke for what will be great networking and educational sessions.

  • Online Registration Open – Register online @ https://cvent.me/gD17Vn. Early bird registration deadline is October 21. Regular registration deadline is November 15. Because of confirmation of needs with the hotel, we cannot offer refunds after the registration deadline unless under extenuating circumstances determined in consultation with staff. Registration must be online. For planning purposes, you may review a handout on registration packages at this link. We encourage districts to use this form for planning at local SWCD board meetings and then register all individuals online. 
  • Hotel Reservations Reservations can be made with the Hotel Roanoke for the government/state rate + tax and identifying with the VA Assn of Soil & Water Conference. Reservations at The Hotel Roanoke can be made online at https://book.passkey.com/e/50736425. Room reservation deadline 11/15/2024. Due to anticipated record attendance at the conference, overflow hotel accommodations have been arranged at:
    • The Hampton Inn & Suites – Rooms are available at government/state rate + tax and identifying with the VA Assn of Soil & Water Conference. Reservations can be made online here. Room reservation deadline 11/15/2024. The Hampton Inn & Suites is within walking distance to the Hotel Roanoke. 
    • The Springhill Suites – Rooms are available at government/state rate + tax identifying with the VA Assn of Soil & Water Conference. Reservations can be made online here. Room reservation deadline 11/15/24. The hotel is 2 miles from the Hotel Roanoke and Springhill Suites will offer a free shuttle for participants, confirming shuttle times at check-in.  
    • Liberty TrustRooms are available at government/state rate + tax identifying with the VA Assn of Soil & Water Conference. Reservations can be made online here. Room reservation deadline 11/15/24. Liberty Trust is within walking distance to the Hotel Roanoke. 
  • Annual Meeting Agenda  A draft 2024 abbreviated agenda is available here. Review the 2023 conference booklet to get an understanding of the three days full of training and most importantly networking. Check back often as items continue to be finalized. Business meeting materials will be available at https://vaswcd.org/board-meetings
  • Annual Meeting Sponsor/Vendor/Exhibit Form – Learn details below regarding sponsorship levels and come on board as a meeting sponsor to gain recognition throughout the conference. Purchase sponsorship opportunities below or send payment directly to the VASWCD using the attached form. We encourage online registration as a sponsor at https://cvent.me/aEzAne.
  • Annual Meeting Auction Registration – The VASWCD auction and raffle is our biggest fundraiser and your contributions support the Foundation’s environmental education programs including Envirothon, Youth Conservation Camp, MWEE, and more. Register an auction item and plan to purchase your Wine & Win raffle tickets at the Annual Meeting. Registration of auction items should be done online here by November 27. While items will still be accepted at the door pre-registering your item will allow staff time to better process and plan for the silent auction.  

If you have any questions regarding the Annual Meeting contact the Association Office at 804-559-0324 or Kendall Tyree by email at kendall.tyree@vaswcd.org.


Annual Meeting Sponsorship

Register as a sponsor @ https://cvent.me/aEzAne

16024690166_6cb5856239_zThe Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (VASWCD) provides and promotes leadership in the conservation of natural resources through stewardship and education programs. It coordinates conservation efforts statewide to focus effectively on issues identified by local member districts. Our mission is to serve and strengthen Soil and Water Conservation Districts in the stewardship of natural resources. The VASWCD is a private nonprofit association of 47 soil and water conservation districts in Virginia and is classified as a 501(c)(5). It is a voluntary, nongovernmental association of Virginia’s districts.

Your organization could be a donating sponsor and contributor to the continued success of the 47 soil and water districts across the Commonwealth. The Annual Meeting provides your organization not only an opportunity to coordinate with districts but vast networking opportunities. Sponsor support and donations serve as the backbone of our association and keep us moving forward in the name of conservation.

Consider showing your support also by advertising in our annual District Directory. This directory is distributed throughout Virginia to all 47 Soil & Water Conservation District staff and directors along with many partners including the Department of Conservation and Recreation, National Resources Conservation Service, and Virginia Department of Forestry. To find out more information about our advertising options see our District Directory Advertising page. Serve as an annual meeting sponsor and purchase advertisement space for a 20% discount.

Sponsorship levels & benefits are listed below.  To become a sponsor register online at https://cvent.me/aEzAne

Platinum Sponsor
$2,500
Bronze, Silver, Gold Benefits PLUS
-Up to five minutes to speak during a general session or breakout session
-1 Additional Conference Attendee Registration (A total of 3Registration Packages)
-Up to 1 page ad in the VASWCD membership directory
-Social media/Website shout-out

Gold Sponsor
$1,250
Bronze & Silver Sponsor Benefits PLUS
-Verbal recognition during conference at multiple general sessions where all participants are in attendance
-1 Additional Conference Attendee Registration (A total of 2Registration Packages valued at $595)
-Prime location exhibit space with increased space – above the minimum six foot if desired – and internet access
-Advertisement in SWCD Directory up to ½ page included
-Conference attendee list provided electronically

Silver Sponsor
$750
Bronze Support Sponsor Benefits PLUS
-Recognition during conference on general session screen
-Reception Invitation and Drink Tickets with VASWCD leaders on Sunday, December 3
-1 Conference Attendee Registration Valued at $295.00. (All training, morning breakfast Monday & Tuesday, Continuous breaks, Monday awards luncheon, Monday Director/PartnerLuncheon, & Tuesday banquet dinner)
-20% discount on SWCD Directory Advertising

Bronze Support Sponsor / Non-Profit Sponsor
$250
Bronze Support Sponsor Benefits
-Sponsor information included in the meeting program and onVASWCD website meeting page
-Six Foot Exhibit space – skirted table and two chairs
District Exhibitors Only –
$75
SWCD Rate – The VASWCD will assist with the cost of space for SWCDs