Conservation Congress revitalizes a traditional constituent forum for Illinois citizens to voice their opinion on agency matters.  The Conservation Congress originated in 1993.  Constituents elected members from their regions, and those representatives convened in Springfield and voted on priority issues.  Now Director Miller has instituted a process that is open to everyone wishing to participate in a dialogue with the Department, and uses the Internet and other communication tools.

PAST MEETINGS
Youth Conservation Congress June 27, 2010
A special Youth Conservation Congress was held June 27, 2010 at the Brookfield Zoo.  The Youth Conservation Congress was open to any high school student in Illinois and taught the students about conservation issues and careers in Illinois. 

Conservation Congress: Work in Progress April 13, 2010
A second meeting at the DNR Headquarters Building in Springfield highlighted progress made since October in Youth Recruitment and Retention, Public Access, and Conservation Funding, and provided ways for participants to get involved.  For more information click here.

New Conservation Congress October 24-25, 2009
The first New Conservation Congress was held October 24 and 25, 2009 in Springfield.  About 150 conservation and outdoor recreation advocates recommended actions on Youth Recruitment and Retention, Public Access, and Conservation Funding.  Information can be found here.