FROM THE PRESIDENT Becky Fletcher, ARCSE President It’s hard to believe that summer is ending and the ARCSE Aug. 4th annual meeting is over. What a great time we had in Costa Mesa at the Annual SWCS Conference. Although the numbers were down this year, there was a warm camaraderie among attendees. It was goodContinue reading “Sept/October 2025”
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2024-25 ARCSE AWARDS
Melvin Womack Melvin Womack received the President’s Meritorious Service Award for his work as the Vice President of the East Region since 2018. The region includes 13 states and the District of Columbia. Throughout his tenure, Melvin continually assessed each state’s activity level and leadership, helped to fill vacancies and worked diligently to improve communications.Continue reading “2024-25 ARCSE AWARDS”
ARCSE Annual Meeting – Aug 4
The Annual Meeting of ARCSE is taking place in Costa Mesa, California. This year’s conference will take place at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa.Monday, August 41:30 PM – 4:00 PM (This meeting will be held both in person and via Zoom) ARCSE Annual Business Meeting1:30 PM – 3:00 PM The annual meeting is open to associationContinue reading “ARCSE Annual Meeting – Aug 4”
90 Years of Conservation, 90 Years of Heart
As ARCSE members, we remember the days walking fence lines, swapping stories at field offices, and helping landowners care for the land we all love. The 90th anniversary of NRCS bring back proud memories–and deep gratitude for the mission that shaped our careers and continues to inspire new generations. Here’s to the legacy we helpedContinue reading “90 Years of Conservation, 90 Years of Heart”
A message from the President
Dear ARCSE Family, As we move forward, one of the most valuable things we can do is stay connected. In a world that is constantly changing, our bond as retired conservation professionals remains a steady reminder of the meaningful work we have accomplished, and the even greater impact we continue to make through the relationshipsContinue reading “A message from the President”
ARCSE Recognizes National Leaders
Congratulations to our 2023-24 ARCSE award winners who were recently recognized at the 50th annual meeting in Myrtle Beach. Barbara Osgood is the recipient of our Community Service Award. Barbara was recognized for her long-term impact on women’s careers in natural resource conservation and her involvement with a not for profit close to her heart.Continue reading “ARCSE Recognizes National Leaders”
ARCSE and NEW Solutions MOU
View the Association of Retired Conservation Service Employees (ARCSE) and National Experienced Workforce (NEW) Solutions MOU
ARCSE 2023-2024 Annual Report
View the 2023 Association of Retired Conservation Service Employees (ARCSE) Annual Report
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
R. Pooh Vongkhamdy Asian American and Pacific Islander Month is celebrated in May. This is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. Pooh Vongkhamdy has served as the Rhode Island State Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources ConservationContinue reading “Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Month”
ONE WOMAN’S HISTORY
By Barbara T. Osgood, PhD Women’s History Month, established by Congress is 1981, is a celebration of the contributions that women have made throughout the history of our country toward science, politics, law, sports, the arts, entertainment, and other fields. It also honors those women who may not have become rich or famous, but whoContinue reading “ONE WOMAN’S HISTORY”
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