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2008
13–18 July
Society for Conservation Biology
Twenty-second annual meeting sponsored by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences; Chattanooga, Tennessee
The society’s mission is to advance the science and practice of conserving Earth’s biological diversity. The issues to be covered in the symposia, short courses. workshops, and discussion groups range from sociological challenges of conservation to the importance of metadata in conservation management. The meeting is expected to draw about 1,500 top conservation researchers, policymakers, government and nonprofit officials, business people, and academics from more than 40 countries. Registration fees are $390, $165 for students, with additional fees for short courses. See http://www.conbio.org/2008 for details.
3–8 August
Ecological Society of America
Ninety-third annual meeting: Enhancing Ecological Thought by Linking Research and Education; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Teaching ecology in all its complexity, appreciating the importance of collaboration in research, and relating ecological science and public policy are some of the challenges discussed at this conference, which includes field trips to nearby wetlands, forests, prairies, and other spots of interest. Register for the full week or one day only. More information at http://www.esa.org/.
22–27 September
International Association of Wildland Fire and the National Park Service
Ninth Biennial Scientific Conference on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem: The ‘88 Fires: Yellowstone and Beyond; Jackson Hole, Wyoming
This conference commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Yellowstone and northern Rocky Mountain area fires and focuses on what can be learned from that experience. Presentations and discussions will deal with topics such as fire behavior, fire ecology, fire management and policy, global trends (e.g., climate change), and cultural perceptions of fire. The presentations are of interest to all professionals of fire management as well as land managers and planners, and legislators. The conference includes field trips and family-friendly events. Registration can be done online. Fees increase for late registration after 6 July. For updated information see http://www.iawfonline.org/conferences.php.
9–12 October
Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
Thirty-fifth anniversary conference: International Polar Year—Global Change in Our Communities; Salt Lake City, Utah
The conference will explore the impact of climate change on all ecosystems and populations from the poles to the desert Southwest and represents an opportunity for the minority scientific community to have a voice in the direction and application of research affecting the health of the planet and people. Cultural events feature music and dance from Chicano, Latino, Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Island traditions. Registration can be done online. Fees vary for students, professionals, and
K–12 educators. Details at http://www.sacnas.org.
11–15 October
Fourth National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
Restore America’s Estuaries; Providence, Rhode Island
Estuaries and coasts are an important part of America’s economy, history, and culture. This is the only national conference focused on the goals and practices of the restoration of these habitats. The program will address all aspects of their restoration at all scales. Among the themes addressed at the conference are coastal restoration in the context of climate change, advances in science and technology, and human dimensions of restoration. Field sessions include trips and tours to several restoration projects in New England. There will also be a Restoration Exposition with 140 exhibitors expected. See http://www.estuaries.org/?id=4.
14–17 October
Natural Areas Association and the National Association of Exotic Pest Plant Councils joint conference
Natural Areas Revival in Music City: Tuning into a Changing Climate and Biological Invasion; Nashville, Tennessee
The conference will focus on ecological management themes with an emphasis on invasive exotic species. Themes include global conservation issues, management of several different ecosystems (e.g., karst, grassland, urban natural areas), and many more. For more information see the Web site http://www.naturalarea.org/2008ConferenceAnnouncement.asp.
8–12 November
The Wildlife Society
Fifteenth annual meeting; Miami, Florida
Network among 1,500 wildlife professionals and students from across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and world. Symposia feature research on timely issues such as wildlife and urban planning, tribal natural resources, deer management, and avian collisions with human-made vertical structures. There are also several “how to” workshops about new management techniques. The trade show will present the latest technology in wildlife research and management along with the experts to answer questions about products. Details at http://joomla.wildlife.org/miami08/.
16–19 November
Entomological Society of America
Annual meeting: Metamorphosis—A New Beginning; Reno, Nevada
The symposia discuss metamorphosis from various perspectives: the metamorphosis of entomological science; of the entomology field; of human food production, which is affected by insects; of climate and its effects; and more. Related societies, the Entomological Foundation, the Entomological Collections Network, and Coleopterists’ Society, will be meeting in Reno at the same time. For more information see http://www.entsoc.org/am/index.htm.
17–20 November
American Water Resources Association
Forty-fourth Water Resources annual conference; New Orleans, Louisiana
This venue is ideal for considering water resource problems, and several papers will discuss aspects of the hurricane that devastated the Louisiana and Mississippi coastline. Other subjects related to water resources research, education, and management will also be presented. Details at http://www.awra.org/meetings/NewOrleans2008/index.html.
9–12 December
Designing the Parks—Part II: The Present and Future of Park Planning and Design
Sausalito, California
Sponsored by the National Park Service, The Cultural Landscape Foundation, University of Virginia, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, George Wright Society, National Parks Conservation Association, and the Van Alen Institute, the goal of this meeting is to guide the National Park Service and other park managers in planning parks for the future. After the meeting, graduate schools of design will be invited to apply design principles formulated in the studio to test their practical application in the real world. For more information see http://www.designingtheparks.com/more.html.
Training
15–17 September (terrestrial) and 18 September (aquatics)
Northeastern Weed Science Society
Noxious and Invasive Vegetation Management Short Course; Lebanon, Pennsylvania
This short course is being offered for the first time in the Northeast. It is intended for public and private land managers, policymakers, township and municipality supervisors, and contractors who want to gain a better understanding of noxious and invasive vegetation management in aquatic and non-cropland situations such as ponds, lakes, and riparian areas as well as forests, parks, preserves, conservancies, conservation reserve lands, and rural and urban interfaces such as highway rights-of-way. Weed management and invasive vegetation identification professionals affiliated with the Northeastern Weed Science Society from Maine to North Carolina will conduct the training program, which is designed to encourage interaction between instructors and participants. Course capacity: First 50 pre-registered applicants. Details at http://www.newss.net/.
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