California Native Plant Society - CNPS Conservation Conference 2009

Plenary sessions and keynotes speakers including: environmental justice and clean energy advocate Jerome Ringo; Professor Steven Hopper, Director of the Royal Botanic Garden; and naturalist, educator, artist, and author John (Jack) Muir Laws.
Over 200 accomplished presenters featured in 13 session topics including: mitigation, habitat fragmentation, environmental policy, conservation genetics, and much more—highlighting the latest science and policy strategies and solutions related to native plants and habitat conservation in California.
Sessions devoted to challenges and successes in specific California bioregions hosted by local conservation leaders; and poster displays of successful CNPS chapter conservation projects from around the state.
Central Capitol City location with beautiful parks, fine dining and great shopping within walking distance.
Photography and Illustration Contests and Gallery.
Up to 25 Exhibitor’s booths with a wide range of products, services and educational information.
Social events, working groups, and associated meetings with additional opportunities for networking, planning, recognition and celebration!

Photos by Stacey Flowerdew
Post Conference workshops on a wide array of related topics (January 20-21, 2009).
Student and volunteer discounts, scholarships, and travel stipends.
Opportunities for Participation: