State Greenhand Leadership Conference
The State Greenhand Leadership Conference is the kick-off FFA experience for first year members entering grades 8-10. This 4-day conference offers students an opportunity to learn more about the National FFA Organization, discover their potential as a student leader, and make friends with similar interests from throughout Minnesota.
Participants will:
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Meet new people and build meaningful relationships
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Begin to understand leadership and evaluate personal characteristics and habits that impact our ability to influence ourselves and those closest to us
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Set goals for experiencing personal success in all areas of life
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Learn more about FFA and the ways to grow and succeed through Supervised Agricultural Experiences, Career Development Events and FFA specific leadership opportunities
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Conference Details
When: June 23rd-26th 2025
Registration begins with a 10:30 - 11:30 am check in and move in period on the first day of the conference with lunch at noon and programming immediately after. The conference adjourns by 11:00 am on the final day.
Where: Deep Portage Conservation Reserve (2197 Nature Center Dr NW, Hackensack, MN 56452)
Who: FFA members entering grades 8-10 are encouraged to attend.
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Registration opens on May 1. Registration fee ($225) includes conference programming, supervision, materials, lodging, and meals.
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Students with dietary restrictions must communicate those by email as indicated on the linked dietary accommodation form no later than June 1 to have necessary accommodations made. Any other accommodations should be made directly to state staff. Online waivers are due by June 15.
Registered students will be invoiced through their chapters.
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Students must complete online AET waivers prior to check-in.
For more about Minnesota FFA Conferences and events, please visit the Minnesota FFA Conferences page.