When tackling a monumental challenge, it sometimes takes a long time to see results. The 2026 Lakes and Rivers Partnership Convention will look back on the long-term programs and the accumulated actions of countless people that have persevered through many decades. Their dedication has ensured that the programs that developed in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s are still with us in the 2020’s and beyond. They will also celebrate the people who will continue to carry the torch for water protection and restoration into the future.