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In 2006 the Flint Hills RC&D started the Flint Hills Agritourism Business Development and Support Project. The primary goal for the project is to train and assist farmers, ranchers, and other entrepreneurs to develop or expand an agritourism or related business.
Our Mission: Encourage utilization of our natural and human resources in a responsible manner to improve the quality of life in the area. Our Vision: To be recognized as a leader in improving the quality of life in our communities and rural areas through grassroots initiatives.
The Flint Hills RC&D sponsors water quality projects in 7 watersheds in the Flint Hills RC&D area. The main water quality concerns in the watersheds are sedimentation, low dissolved oxygen, E. Coli, and eutrophication. Primary financial assistance is provided through Watershe...
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Here you can find information about available resources and projects sponsored by Flint Hills Rural Conservation and Development.
The Flint Hills RC&D Area, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization comprised of a network of community volunteers. It is governed by a 36-member council made up of men and women, representing the county commissions, conservation districts, and the county at-large who want to solve local problems.
This sites contains information about WRAPS, water quality programs, workshops on how to start your own agritourism business, and many other resources to assist communities, businesses, and entrepreneurs.
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Agritourism
Agritourism

Call it rural tourism, agritourism, nature tourism, it's about having fun and making money! Agritourism classes begin in 2010. Learn how to add value and promote rural traditions at Flint Hills RC&D. Learn More
Water Quality
WRAPS programs
The first issue of the WRAPs newsletter on line. Read More
The lasted issue of the WRAPs newsletter is here.
Projects
Projects
The Flint Hills RC&D Council completed 3 projects in fiscal year 2010 and ended the year with 12 active projects.
Through Flint Hills RC&D community and economic development projects: 21 new businesses were created; 17 farm related businesses/jobs were created farm rural community jobs were created. Read More
Opportunities
Classes and Workshops
Flint Hills RC&D is offering workshops and classes in 2010.
Resources
Resources
Flint Hills RC&D can provide many resources to help you with community development, conservation and entrepreneurship.
Download a Sponsorship Organization Form here.
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2011 Meetings
Feb 9th 1:00 – Exec Committee Meeting
March 9th 1:00 – Exec Committee Meeting
April 13th 1:00 – Council Meeting
May 11th 1:00 – Exec Committee Meeting
June 8th 1:00 – Exec Committee Meeting
Our Partners
Symphony in the Flint Hills
website
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
website
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