Special Events

Regional Receptions

Sunday, September 30, 5:00pm – 6:45pm
Come and meet colleagues from your region for a delightful evening of socializing and networking at the ever-popular regional receptions.  Cash bar and hors d’oeuvres will be provided for your enjoyment.

Board Member Summit

Sunday, September 30, 8:00am – 1:00pm | $50
As land conservationists, we want to know that the land we protect today, will stay protected tomorrow. However, in an increasingly diverse nation faced with many competing demands for time and attention, how can land trusts ensure they remain relevant to their communities? And as a conscientious board member, what steps can you take to strengthen your board so that your land trust thrives, now and into the future? Spend the morning exploring those steps and learn practical tools and strategies for managing challenges so you can lead your land trust as  stronger, community institution valued and supported by all community members.  Includes lunch.

Welcoming Dinner

Sunday, September 30, 7:00pm – 9:00pm | $50
Join 1,000+ of your friends and colleagues for dinner as we kickoff the 25th Rally with the Welcoming Dinner and the Alliance Awards. More information on nominating a conservation hero >>

Eye-Opening Yoga

Monday, October 1, 6:30am – 7:30am | $15
Begin your day with an hour of stretching the mind, body and spirit. Prepare yourself to experience a busy day more fully focused.  Local yoga teacher Stacy Petersen will offer a unique blend of physicality, flow and introspection inspired by the systems and cycles of the Earth. All levels are welcome.

Urban Partners Gathering and Reception

Monday, October 1, __pm -__pm
Join us for a special gathering and conversation with leaders from urban land trusts and other organizations working to connect people to urban open space, parks and community gardens, restore urban waterways, revitalize neighborhoods, and broaden the base of support for conservation.  Refreshments served.

Development Directors’ Forum

Tuesday, October 2, 10:15am – 12:15pm
Development Directors, Vice Presidents of Philanthropy, and others holding the highest responsibility for fundraising at their land trust are invited to join in this session for facilitated discussions on your unique challenges and opportunities and networking with your peers. Please R.S.V.P. to Kelly at krollison@lta.org

Rally Book Club: Eaarth by Bill McKibben - New at Rally

Tuesday, October 2, 3:30pm-5:00pm
In 1989, Bill McKibben warned about climate change in The End of Nature, a philosophical look at the possible consequences of the greenhouse effect. Fast forward to the present, McKibben argues in Eaarth, to a world that is drying, acidifying, flooding and otherwise changing so much that it can no longer be considered the same planet, thereby warranting a new name: “Eaarth”. Join your colleagues in a facilitated discussion on this thought-provoking book.  For more information please contact  rally@lta.org. No fee, just purchase and read the book prior to Rally.

Land Trust Hoedown

Tuesday, October 2, 5:00pm – 6:30pm | $15
Tap your feet, clap your hands and join your friends at the Land Trust Hoedown!  The Perpetuity Pickers – a mish-mash group of land trust entertainers will lift your spirits after your hard work at Rally. Light snacks and complimentary drink ticket provided.