Celebrate Community and Conservation: You’re Invited to the VBCD Annual Meeting

The Van Buren Conservation District (VBCD) is hosting its biggest community gathering of the year, and you are invited! Residents and landowners are encouraged to join the conservation community for a morning of connection, celebration, and great food at the 2026 VBCD Annual Meeting, Director Election, and Summer Picnic.

This free, family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate local conservation milestones, look ahead at upcoming natural resource projects, and connect directly with your local district team.

Event Details

• Date: Friday, July 17, 2026

• Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• Location: Lawrence Village Park (210 N Exchange St., Lawrence, MI 49064)

What to Expect

To accommodate busy schedules and help everyone beat the summer heat, the event features a flexible format:

• Locally-Sourced Breakfast: A fresh, seasonal breakfast prepared with local ingredients will be served from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Attendees can enjoy their meal at the park or request it to-go.
• Dual Program Schedule: To ensure nobody misses out, the main presentation program will be offered twice—first at 8:30 AM and again at 9:30 AM.
• Conservation Highlights & Awards: Learn about the vital projects accomplished across Van Buren County over the past year and join the team in celebrating outstanding community and staff members making a difference in local conservation.
• Board Director Election: Eligible residents and landowners can cast their votes in the Board Directors Election to help guide the future of local conservation efforts.

Registration & Accessibility

While the event is free and open to all, registration is requested to assist with food, seating, and accommodation planning.

The event will be held outdoors, rain or shine (except in the event of severe weather like thunderstorms). Picnic tables, folding tables, and chairs will be available. For any specific accommodation needs, accessibility questions, or to RSVP by phone, please reach out to the VBCD office at 269-657-4030 x5 or email info@VanBurenCD.org.

Head over to the Van Buren Conservation District Event Page to reserve your spot today!