Register Now for the NRDs 2026 Annual Conference

September 27–29, 2026
Younes Conference Center – South
416 Talmadge Road, Kearney, Nebraska

Join Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) for the 2026 Annual Conference, where NRD directors, staff, partners, and industry professionals come together to learn, network, and discuss the issues shaping the future of Nebraska's natural resources.

The conference features a variety of recognized speakers, educational workshops, networking opportunities, and updates on current legislative and natural resource issues.

Conference Highlights

Sunday, September 27, 2026

• Annual Ron Bishop Memorial NARD Foundation Golf Tournament and Awards Dinner at Meadowlark Hills Golf Course, 3300 30th Avenue, Kearney.
• Download the Golf Registration Form.
• NARD President's Reception at the Younes Conference Center – South.

Monday–Tuesday, September 28–29, 2026

• A full agenda featuring timely presentations, legislative updates, and educational workshops designed for NRD directors, staff, and partners.
• Download the Conference Schedule. A full agenda will be posted soon. 
• Exhibit Hall – Meet with exhibitors, discover new products and services, and connect with industry professionals.
• Celebrate outstanding accomplishments during the annual awards presentations.
• Participate in the silent auction and raffle, with proceeds benefiting the NARD Foundation.

Registration

NRDs and partner agencies are encouraged to submit one registration form for all attendees.

Registration options include:

• Full Conference Registration
• Monday Only
• Special Monday Meeting
• Tuesday Only

Additional luncheon and banquet tickets may be purchased for guests or award recipients.

Register by completing the Conference Registration Form or register online.

Registration deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026.

Registration Policies

• Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
• Refunds will be issued in full for cancellations received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026.
• Cancellations received September 5–11, 2026, will be refunded less a $25 processing fee.
• No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after September 11, 2026.
• Walk-in registrations, will be charged an additional 10% of the applicable registration fee.

Lodging

A block of guest rooms has been reserved at the following hotels. To receive the conference rate, make your reservation by Friday, August 28, 2026, or before the room block fills.

• Comfort Inn; $119.95 – (308) 236-3400
• La Quinta Inn; $119.95 – (308) 237-4400
• Fairfield Inn; $129.95 – (308) 236-4200