December 8, 2023: The Board of Directors of the Georgia Association of Conservation Districts (GACD) appointed Dan Bennett as National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) Representative at their Executive Committee meeting held virtually on December 8, 2023. He will fill the remainder of former NACD Representative Danny Hogan's term until the election at the 2024 GACD Annual Meeting.
As NACD Representative on GACD’s Board, Dan will serve as a liaison between the national organization and our state to further promote and inform our local conservation leaders of issues impacting Georgia.
Dan Bennett has been a District Supervisor for the Walton County Conservation District since 1996. He has served as the District Chair since 2010. Dan has been a dedicated District Supervisor and a true leader in Walton County where he is devoted to promoting stewardship, agriculture, and conservation in the community. He has previously served as GACD President and Past President. He is a member of GACD’s Hall of Fame and NACD’s Southeast Hall of Fame.
The mission of GACD is to advocate for the conservation of Georgia’s natural resources by providing organization, leadership and a unified strategic direction to the Conservation Districts of the state. For more information on GACD or to explore opportunities on how you can support our efforts, please visit us online at www.gacd.us or on Facebook @GACDConserve.
Dan Bennett