The 4th Annual North Central Ohio Wildlife Management Conference will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Firelands BGSU, Cedar Point Center. Hosted by the Erie and Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District's and the OSU Extension, this conference will feature some of the top professionals in their fields. If you enjoy nature and wildlife, you won't want to miss this opportunity to see, hear, and learn about wildlife management and conservation.
Among this year's featured presenters is freelance writer, photographer, speaker, and editor, Chip Gross. Chip worked for the ODNR Division of Wildlife for 27 years, first as a State Wildlife Officer, then moving on to the position of Wildlife Education Officer. Chip became the Editor for the ever popular Wild Ohio and Wild Ohio for Kids magazines, garnering the prestigious James P. Barry Award for Editorial Excellence in 2001.
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Thursday, December 10, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
REGISTRATION EXTENDED FOR THE EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL WEBCAST
The Center for Watershed Protection is pleased to announce the fifth and final offering in our 2009 webcast series. Attendees can save time, travel expenses and, perhaps most importantly, carbon emissions, by attending our training workshops over the Web. This webcast will focus on Erosion and Sediment Control.
CWP'S EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL WEBCAST SERIES:
Webcast: Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Two-Hour Live Webcast
Eastern: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Central: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mountain: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Pacific: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: $99
Registration closes 12/11/09
For more information about this webcast and the entire 2009 series, visit http://www.cwp.org/Webcasts/
CWP'S EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL WEBCAST SERIES:
Webcast: Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Two-Hour Live Webcast
Eastern: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Central: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mountain: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Pacific: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: $99
Registration closes 12/11/09
For more information about this webcast and the entire 2009 series, visit http://www.cwp.org/Webcasts/
The National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC) Three-Day Public Meeting
Time: Wednesday, January 27, 2010 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, January 28, 2010 – 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 29, 2010 – 8:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Topics: During the meeting, NEJAC members will receive comments, discuss, and provide recommendations regarding these primary topics:
• Addressing Disproportionate Impacts of Climate Adaptation
• EPA’s Plans for Addressing Air Pollution Resulting from Goods Movement Activities in Certain Communities
• EPA’s National Enforcement Priorities
Location: New Orleans Marriott Hotel http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/msyla-new-orleans-marriott/ 555 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 Telephone (504) 581-1000 FAX (504) 523-6755
A limited number of sleeping rooms have been reserved at the government rate of $133 per night (plus tax) under the Group Code: EPA NEJAC. This room rate is guaranteed until 1/08/2010. Please make your hotel reservations early and no later than 1/08/2010. After this date, the rate is subject to change and room availability may be limited.
Meeting Registration: Registration (including EPA and other federal employees) is required. Pre-registration is highly encouraged, and the pre-registration deadline is January 11, 2010. Meeting materials will be prepared based on the number of pre-registered participants. On-site registration will be available; however, meeting materials will be distributed first to those who are pre-registered. Any remaining materials will be distributed on a first-come basis.
There are three easy ways to register:
• Online at www.epa.gov/compliance/environmentaljustice/nejac/meetings.html
• By phone at 877-773-0779
• By fax at 630-924-4258
Topics: During the meeting, NEJAC members will receive comments, discuss, and provide recommendations regarding these primary topics:
• Addressing Disproportionate Impacts of Climate Adaptation
• EPA’s Plans for Addressing Air Pollution Resulting from Goods Movement Activities in Certain Communities
• EPA’s National Enforcement Priorities
Location: New Orleans Marriott Hotel http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/msyla-new-orleans-marriott/ 555 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 Telephone (504) 581-1000 FAX (504) 523-6755
A limited number of sleeping rooms have been reserved at the government rate of $133 per night (plus tax) under the Group Code: EPA NEJAC. This room rate is guaranteed until 1/08/2010. Please make your hotel reservations early and no later than 1/08/2010. After this date, the rate is subject to change and room availability may be limited.
Meeting Registration: Registration (including EPA and other federal employees) is required. Pre-registration is highly encouraged, and the pre-registration deadline is January 11, 2010. Meeting materials will be prepared based on the number of pre-registered participants. On-site registration will be available; however, meeting materials will be distributed first to those who are pre-registered. Any remaining materials will be distributed on a first-come basis.
There are three easy ways to register:
• Online at www.epa.gov/compliance/environmentaljustice/nejac/meetings.html
• By phone at 877-773-0779
• By fax at 630-924-4258
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Strengthening Environmental Justice Research and Decision Making
March 17 - 19, 2010
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
Registration will be open to the general public on December 15, 2009.
Abstract submission deadline is December 15 2009.
To register please visit: http://www.scgcopr.com/envirjusticesym
The overall goal of the symposium is to lay the foundation for developing analytical and decision frameworks that can be used by EPA and other federal, state, and local governments to better quantify and characterize disproportionate environmental health impacts on minority and low-income populations that may result from their programs, policies, and activities.
The Symposium will feature interdisciplinary presentations, discussions, and technical input on the scientific bases for factors that may cause disproportionate environmental health impacts, and frameworks for assessing disproportionate burdens of environmental exposures and disease.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
Registration will be open to the general public on December 15, 2009.
Abstract submission deadline is December 15 2009.
To register please visit: http://www.scgcopr.com/envirjusticesym
The overall goal of the symposium is to lay the foundation for developing analytical and decision frameworks that can be used by EPA and other federal, state, and local governments to better quantify and characterize disproportionate environmental health impacts on minority and low-income populations that may result from their programs, policies, and activities.
The Symposium will feature interdisciplinary presentations, discussions, and technical input on the scientific bases for factors that may cause disproportionate environmental health impacts, and frameworks for assessing disproportionate burdens of environmental exposures and disease.
National Service-Learning Conference
Join thousands of attendees from around the world at the National Service-Learning Conference in San Jose, Calif., March 24-27, 2010. Don’t miss this amazing event!
Regular conference rates are in effect until January 15, 2010.
The 2010 conference will feature Sir Ken Robinson, an internationally recognized leader in creativity and innovation; Talia Leman, CEO and Founder of RandomKid; Carol Bellamy, President and CEO of World Learning and former executive director of UNICEF; and Benjamin Ajak, Benson Deng, Alephonsion Deng, and Judy Bernstein, authors of They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky: The True Story of Three Lost Boys from Sudan.
Don’t miss the closing plenary session on Saturday, March 27 — the Gathering of Elders. This special gathering will feature Naomi Tutu as moderator. Come hear from a range of perspectives on inspiration, imagination, and innovation.
For more information about registration, conference highlights, and ways to get involved, please visit the conference website at www.nylc.org/conference.
Regular conference rates are in effect until January 15, 2010.
The 2010 conference will feature Sir Ken Robinson, an internationally recognized leader in creativity and innovation; Talia Leman, CEO and Founder of RandomKid; Carol Bellamy, President and CEO of World Learning and former executive director of UNICEF; and Benjamin Ajak, Benson Deng, Alephonsion Deng, and Judy Bernstein, authors of They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky: The True Story of Three Lost Boys from Sudan.
Don’t miss the closing plenary session on Saturday, March 27 — the Gathering of Elders. This special gathering will feature Naomi Tutu as moderator. Come hear from a range of perspectives on inspiration, imagination, and innovation.
For more information about registration, conference highlights, and ways to get involved, please visit the conference website at www.nylc.org/conference.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Free Watershed Academy Webcast: Nutrient Innovations Task Group Report
Tuesday. Dec. 1, 2009
Nutrients have been identified as one of the top causes of water quality impairment in the United States. This Webcast will present findings from the new report called An Urgent Call to Action: Report of the State-EPA Nutrient Innovations Task Group posted at Water Science Home Page. Tune into this Webcast to learn about this report, which characterizes the scope and major sources of nutrients, and includes recommendations to address the issue. The Webcast will also include a presentation from the Environmental Working Group on effective ways to address nutrient pollution from agriculture. And finally, Utah’s Department of Environmental Quality will share successful approaches to reduce nutrient pollution from agricultural livestock and municipal sewage treatment plants.
Webcast participants are eligible to receive a certificate for their attendance. The Webcast presentations are posted in advance at www.epa.gov/watershedwebcasts and participants are encouraged to download them prior to the Webcast.
2.0 hour audio Web broadcast
Eastern: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Central: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Mountain:
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pacific: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Nutrients have been identified as one of the top causes of water quality impairment in the United States. This Webcast will present findings from the new report called An Urgent Call to Action: Report of the State-EPA Nutrient Innovations Task Group posted at Water Science Home Page. Tune into this Webcast to learn about this report, which characterizes the scope and major sources of nutrients, and includes recommendations to address the issue. The Webcast will also include a presentation from the Environmental Working Group on effective ways to address nutrient pollution from agriculture. And finally, Utah’s Department of Environmental Quality will share successful approaches to reduce nutrient pollution from agricultural livestock and municipal sewage treatment plants.
Webcast participants are eligible to receive a certificate for their attendance. The Webcast presentations are posted in advance at www.epa.gov/watershedwebcasts and participants are encouraged to download them prior to the Webcast.
2.0 hour audio Web broadcast
Eastern: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Central: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Mountain:
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pacific: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
2010 National Conference on Volunteering and Service
Make plans now to attend the 2010 National Conference on Volunteering and Service, the world's largest gathering of volunteer leaders, June 28-30, 2010, in New York City as service takes center stage. Come to the city that never sleeps in the Empire State as we take service and volunteering to the next level!
The National Conference on Volunteering and Service, convened by Points of Light Institute and the Corporation for National and Community Service and locally convened by NYC Service and New Yorkers Volunteer, provides you with an opportunity to:
• Learn best practices, trends and news
• Connect with change agents and experts from across the country
• Be inspired to shape the future of volunteering and service
New York City will be an inspiring and dazzling backdrop for the 2010 conference. Conference participants will have the opportunity to explore the city to see change in action and enjoy famous entertainment venues for special events. The conference will be held in the combination of two hotels in close proximity to Times Square:
Hilton New York
1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019
Sheraton New York and Towers
811 Seventh Avenue at 52nd St. New York, NY 10019
Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway, MoMa and a multitude of shopping venues are steps away from both hotels. The conference conveners have secured hotel rooms at amazingly reduced rates that will be available through the conference registration system that opens in early spring.
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The National Conference on Volunteering and Service, convened by Points of Light Institute and the Corporation for National and Community Service and locally convened by NYC Service and New Yorkers Volunteer, provides you with an opportunity to:
• Learn best practices, trends and news
• Connect with change agents and experts from across the country
• Be inspired to shape the future of volunteering and service
New York City will be an inspiring and dazzling backdrop for the 2010 conference. Conference participants will have the opportunity to explore the city to see change in action and enjoy famous entertainment venues for special events. The conference will be held in the combination of two hotels in close proximity to Times Square:
Hilton New York
1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019
Sheraton New York and Towers
811 Seventh Avenue at 52nd St. New York, NY 10019
Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway, MoMa and a multitude of shopping venues are steps away from both hotels. The conference conveners have secured hotel rooms at amazingly reduced rates that will be available through the conference registration system that opens in early spring.
click here.
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