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More Begin Cashing in on Agritourism

More Begin Cashing in on Agritourism

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. 

Flint Hills RC&D

Flint Hills RC&D

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.

Water Quality Accomplishments Increase in 2010

Water Quality Accomplishments Increase in 2010

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...

 
Welcome to the Flint Hills RC&D Website

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

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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.

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Water Quality

WRAPS programs

water log logoThe first issue of the WRAPs newsletter on line. Read More

The lasted issue of the WRAPs newsletter is here.

Projects

Projects

USDA Rural DevelopmentThe 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

workshopFlint Hills RC&D is offering workshops and classes in 2010.

Resources

Resources

resourcesFlint 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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WRAPS Success Story

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

NRCS

NRCS

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KS Dept. of Commerce

Department of Commerce

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Extension Office

Kansas Extension Office

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K-State

Kansas State University

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Kansas Park Trust

Kansas Park Trust

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Symphony in the Flint Hills

Symphony in the Flint Hills

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Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

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Flint Hills RC&D

2501 West 18th Suite A, Emporia KS 66801 • ((620) 343-3570 Contact
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