SRM - Young Professionals Conclave

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As we continue sharing updates from the Annual Meeting, YPC would like to take a brief pause to acknowledge a meaningful moment for the rangelands community. At the Idaho Ag Summit, Idaho Governor Brad Little (left) declared 2026 to be the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists in Idaho. 🌍

This declaration was made during the Governor’s Luncheon and was presented by Steve Stuebner and Gretchen Hyde. The luncheon honored those who have dedicated their careers to agriculture and range management.

As young professionals we are honored to be involved in such a pivotal year and look forward to continuing to represent and steward our rangelands well! 🤝

SRM 2026 brought sunshine, rain, meaningful connections, all things rangelands & plenty of YPC fun!

If you’re reading this, we wanted to thank you for your support & for joining us along the way. More updates from the Annual Meeting are coming soon… but first, enjoy our glimpse into Monterey. 🐚🌊🏃🏼🏃🏼‍♀️🌼

We’re looking forward to a full year of YPC ahead!

SRM countdown is on ⏳

Don’t forget to pick up a wild rag at the convention… a timeless style you can wear long after this year’s meeting.

Big thanks to everyone supporting our YPC fundraiser tradition. We will see you soon! 🌊

^Reach out to Katherine for details. ✨✨

Jobs-Lead Soil Scientist — Working Lands Conservation Jobs

☀️☀️ Summer throwback with Courtney B.!

🌾🏔️ A look at range intern life with the Forest Service in Wyoming, building hands on range experience in the Bighorn Mountains out of Buffalo. Thanks for sharing, Courtney.

🌊✈️ That sunshine has us looking forward to Monterey! Look out for more YPC event info as we continue to get closer to the annual meeting!

✈️ 2026 SRM YPC Travel Scholarship applications are open!

YPC is awarding two (2) $500 travel scholarships to support young professionals traveling to the 2026 SRM Annual Meeting in Monterey, CA.

Eligible applicants:
• Range-related professionals
• Graduate students in range-related fields
• Recent graduates (≤ 5 years in the profession)

Selection is based on leadership, involvement, and financial need. Applicants whose travel is fully funded by an employer/advisor are not eligible.

📅 Deadline: January 3, 2026 (may become extended)
📧 Submit to [email protected]

🔗 Application/more details found in the link in our bio.

🤠✨ Wild rag season is here!

🌾🪻With annual meeting registration officially open, YPC wild rags are back and better than ever. Inspired by Monterey and designed by , they’re crafted with silk— so make sure to grab yours in the size that fits your style! (Bonus points if you can ID the 4 grasses featured on our rag🕵🏼‍♀️).

• Standard — 36x36” ➡️ $65
• Large — 42x42” ➡️ $75

🔐 Lock one in when you register online or snag one at the convention!

🐮 Brand donors receive $5 off. Thanks to everyone who’s selflessly contributed!