National Association of Conservation Districts

Activities

NACD 2010 Annual Meeting • January 31 - February 3, 2010 • Orlando, FL

The city of Orlando, Florida—home of Walt Disney World—is not just for kids! From conference events and host-state and partner tours to volunteer and local events and activities, you are sure to get the true Orlando experience at NACD's 2010 Annual Meeting.

Conference Events

2010 NACD Legislative Auction
The tradition of the Live NACD Legislative Auction will be one of the most exciting events at NACD's 2010 Annual Meeting. This year's event will take place on Monday, February 1, 2009 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. You won't want to miss the fun, excitement, atmosphere, and the wide variety of items to bid on. We'll see you there.

Host State Tours

Florida Culinary Extravaganza (Dinner, Music and Entertainment)
Event Host: Florida Association of Conservation Districts
Date:  Sunday, January 31, 6:00-10:00pm
Cost: $70.00
Registration: See the NACD meeting registration form to register

Enjoy an evening Florida’s sights, sounds, and flavors, from Florida steaks to famous Apalachicola oysters, mango wine, smoked mullet, tropical pork and beans, swamp cabbage, fried turkey and chocolate covered strawberries, just to name a few.  Dine with a variety of local producers around this very diverse state. The Floridians will highlight their tropical flavors of the far South, with the more traditional flavors and markets of the northern regions and even include a bit of the wild side, tasting alligators and wild boar. Live music will be provided covering the historic time-honored tunes to the current Latin sounds of the Miami area. This event is not to be missed!

World’s Largest Cattle Ranch-Deseret Ranch and Citrus
Date:  Wednesday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35.00
Registration: See the NACD meeting registration form to register

Tour the Deseret Ranch—the World’s largest cattle ranch with 290,000 acres. The ranch manages beef cattle, citrus and timber while also fostering wildlife. Some of central Florida’s rare plants and animals may be spotted. The Deseret’s landscape is a mosaic of pastures, citrus groves, wetlands and woodlands sustaining a viable agricultural operation. Transportation, lunch and Deseret Ranch guides will be provided.

Partner Events

Auxiliary Recognition Breakfast
Event Host: NACD Auxiliary
Date: Tuesday, February 2
Cost: $33.00
Registration: See the NACD meeting registration form to register

NACD Auxiliary invites you to join them for fun, food and fellowship. The breakfast is open to all. Click here to download the event flyer to learn more. Contact Tina Craft, NACD Auxiliary Treasurer, with any questions. Bring door prize donation (optional).

Epcot Dessert and IllumiNations Tour
Event Host: NACD Auxiliary
Date: Saturday, January 30, 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $50.00 per person
Registration: See the NACD meeting registration form to register

Please join us for an incredible grand opening of the NACD Annual Meeting at the Epcot premier nighttime spectacular of IllumiNations of the Earth. Delight in platters of exquisitely prepared brownies, fresh fruit, juices and coffees while you watch the show. This tour includes transportation and entrance fee into Epcot for the evening. Celebrate the Earth in a special reserved viewing area with conference friends. Following the show, guests will be welcome to tour Epcot until closing.

EPCOT Gardens of the World Tour
Event Host: NACD Auxiliary
Date: Monday, February 2, 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $72.00 per person
Registration: See the NACD meeting registration form to register

Everywhere you look at the Walt Disney World Resort, the trees, shrubs and flowers play a vital role in setting the stage for recreation, entertainment, and beauty. Spend the afternoon enjoying a fascinating three-hour close up program and tour that will give each attendee the chance to study the various gardens of Epcot World showcase with one of the experts responsible for helping maintain this beauty.

NCDEA Sunday Tour
Event Host: NCDEA
Date: Sunday, January 31, 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $55.00 per person
Registration: Download the NCDEA Tour Flyer to register

Join NCDEA for a Florida Expedition! Choose from two diverse tour destinations: The Harry P. Leu Gardens (departs hotel at 1:00 p.m.) or The Open Air Safari Coach Tour (departs hotel at 12:00 noon).

Additional Activities

Theme Park Ticket Discounts
NACD is working with Convention Planning Services to provide discounted tickets to theme parks near our hotel in Orlando. Click here to find out more or reserve your tickets.

Pack-a-Book Community Outreach Project
NACD is coordinating our third “Pack-a-Book” community outreach project to leave a lasting impression on Orlando, Florida following our 64th Annual Meeting. We need your help to make the project a success! Click here to learn how you can participate.