MN SCB'S FIFTH ANNUAL MEETING

The Commons: The Power of Landscape Level Partnerships in Watershed Conservation

MARCH 8 & 9, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, Lanesboro, MN

 Local and state policies affect conservation not only on public lands, but also where people live, work, and play.  This meeting is an opportunity for leaders and concerned citizens in the Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin conservation community to explore the relationship between the public decision-making process and the principles and values of Conservation Biology.

SATURDAY, MARCH 8

Keynote Speaker: The Commons

Making the case for Comprehensive Water Planning: A panel discussion addressing the scientific and social need for Comprehensive Water Planning, its policy framework and political realities at the state and regional level.  Featuring:

• Jeff Broberg (MN Licensed Geologist; Pres. of MN Trout Assoc.; VP, McGhie & Betts, Inc.)
• Steve Morse (Executive Director of Minnesota Environmental Partnership)
• Ken Tschumper (Minnesota House of Representatives, District 31B)

 The importance of landscape level planning: A panel focusing on the importance of local watershed level planning that integrates aquatic and terrestrial systems, including habitat conservation, ecosystem services, TMDLs, and agricultural chemicals.  Featuring:

• Rich Biske (TNC Blufflands Conservation Coordinator)
• Dwayne Voegeli (Winona Co. Commissioner)
• Paul Wotzka (Hydrologist & Consultant)

Fireside Presentations: Concurrent 15-minute presentations on a variety of Conservation Biology topics - to submit an abstract, e-mail Ann Pierce

Dinner Address - The Floods of the Driftless Area: What Can They Tell Us?

• Bruce Vondracek (Professor, University of MN Dept. of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology)
• Larry Gates (Sustainable Farmer)

SUNDAY, MARCH 9

Landscape Level Partnerships: Effective Conservation Leadership: A discussion featuring:

• Tim Schlagenhoft (MN DNR Mississippi R. and Blufflands Coordinator)
• Paul Berland (Regional Watershed Coordinator, NE Iowa RC&D)
• Mississippi Valley Conservancy, WI

Next Steps for the Society for Conservation Biology: A facilitated discussion centered on the role that participants can play in promoting the ideas discussed at this conference in local and state policy and planning efforts.

MEETING REGISTRATION FORM:

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5th Annual MN Chapter Society for Conservation Biology Conference Registration Form

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
1991 Brightsdale Road, Lanesboro, Minnesota 55949 (for directions visit:  www.eagle-bluff.org)

Registration Deadline: Monday, February 18, 2008
(Late Fee if registering after Feb 19 = $15)
Mail registration and payment (checks made to MN SCB) to Ann Pierce, MNSCB Treasurer.
535 Chinnock Lane, River Falls, WI 54022.  Questions? Call Ann at 651-295-7979.

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Registration Fees:

• Membership in MN SCB (If you're not already a member.) $10 _______

• Conference Fee
  o Professional $25 _______
  o Student $10 _______

• Late reg. (meals & lodging must be reserved by 2/19) $15 _______

• Room/Board Options*
  o Two nights; five meals (Fri: B, L, D; Sat: B, L) $115 _______
  o One night; four meals (Fri: L, D; Sat: B, L) $ 95_______
  o Saturday; meals only (L, D) $35 _______
  o Banquet Only $25 ________
  o Sunday; meals Only $20 ________
  * The Room/Board (accommodations include bunks with 4 people/room for adults--$5 charge for linens and towels or bring your own linens, pillow and towels; 4-8 people per room). MN SCB will assign rooms based on gender unless you note a roommate preference.  If you would like a private room, visit http://www.lanesboro.com/lanesboro-hotel.html  for more accommodations options.
  Do you have a roommate preference? If yes, place names here.

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Please Indicate Your Meal Plans (Accurate counts = Less Waste)

Days You Plan to Attend:      o Saturday      o Sunday

Meals You Plan to Eat One price for meals applies regardless; however, a head count is needed for meal planning):

	Breakfast	Lunch	Dinner
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Request Vegetarian Option _____