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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160716
DTSTAMP:20160114T170159Z
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SUMMARY:4th International Conference - Soil Bio- and Eco-Engineering: The Use of Vegetation to Improve Slope Stability
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 4th international conference on Soil Bio- and Eco-engineering – “The Use of Vegetation to Improve Slope Stability”. We are delighted to bring the symposium to Sydney\, capital of New South Wales\, Australia. We warmly invite you to submit an abstract to contribute to the conference by March 1st 2016. Conference themes include: \n\nRoot-soil interaction\nRoot reinforcement\nSlope degradation\nSoil erosion and conservation\nRiverbank and coastline protection measures\nIntegrated catchment management with an emphasis on eco-engineering\nSlope stability modelling\nVegetation and ecology\nMountain biodiversity and slope stability\nPlant growth versus engineering\nSoil bio- engineering\, earth stabilising and retaining techniques\nEco-engineering and land restoration\nRisk management and decision support systems\nBenefits and liabilities in slope and erosion control\n\nABSTRACTS\nManuscript abstract submissions are due 1 March 2016.\nPoster abstract submissions are due 1 May 2016. \nREGISTRATION \nEarly Bird Deadline: May 1\, 2016 \nRegistration \nAdditional Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/4th-international-conference-soil-bio-and-eco-engineering-the-use-of-vegetation-to-improve-slope-stability/
LOCATION:University of Sydney – School of Geosicences\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference,Conservation,Ecology,International,Restoration,Soil & Land
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160514
DTSTAMP:20160310T155314Z
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SUMMARY:CMI Annual Researchers' Meeting and AGM
DESCRIPTION:Every year CMI members get together to provide updates on their projects (research\, field trials\, new initiatives in southeastern British Columbia) and catch up on each others’ news. It’s an informal atmosphere and non-CMI members are welcome to join us. \nWe invite you to offer a presentation or a field trip. We’ll have lots of room for posters. If you would like to make a 15-20 minute presentation\, or want to bring a poster or display about your project or new initiative\, send your abstract to the CMI office. Please read our submission guidelines. Information that is advocacy-oriented will not be accepted. \nIf you are willing to lead a field trip in the Kaslo area\, please send a short description and note how many people you can accommodate – use our submission guidelines for “Offering a field trip” to assist you. Participants will need to provide their own transportation\, and car-pooling will be encouraged. \nPlease send submissions to office@cmiae.org and click here for more details as they emerge
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/cmi-annual-researchers-meeting-and-agm/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Kaslo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conference,Ecology,Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbia Mountains Institute of Applied Ecology":MAILTO:office@cmiae.org  
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160408
DTSTAMP:20151009T131312Z
CREATED:20151009T131312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T131312Z
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SUMMARY:Predator-Prey Dynamics Conference
DESCRIPTION:Predator-Prey Dynamics: From Theory to Management conference\nPredation is one of the most fundamental interactions in ecology because it is a primary mechanism of energy transfer among trophic levels. The effects of predation on prey populations are continually debated in the literature\, even within a specific study system. Is predation compensatory (i.e. animals would have died anyway\, were they not eaten)\, is it limiting (does it reduce the number of prey)\, or even regulating (is it dependent on the density of prey)? And how do we integrate new ideas\, such as non-lethal effects of predation\, with the more classical view of predation? An upcoming Columbia Mountains Institute conference will address these questions and others. It will be an excellent opportunity for scientists\, managers\, students\, hunters\, and guide-outfitters to learn about some of the current thinking on predator-prey interactions for mammals and birds. \nThe conference will include speakers and a poster session addressing terrestrial predator-prey systems as well as a training workshop\, where participants can learn how to build and run basic predator-prey models (e.g.\, using Excel or R). Real world examples from the Kootenays and elsewhere in North America will be presented. \nMore Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/predator-prey-dynamics-conference/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Mountain Resort\, Revelstoke\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conference,Ecology,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20160220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20160220T160000
DTSTAMP:20151217T235514Z
CREATED:20151217T235514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151217T235514Z
UID:2732-1455976800-1455984000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Fire Ecology - Movie and an Expert
DESCRIPTION:February 20 ~ 2-4 pm ~ Watermark Beach Resort\nLearn more about the complexity of fire management and fire ecology. In the documentary ‘Disturbance\,’ hear from biologists\, fire managers\, politicians\, and citizens as they discuss fire issues in the Northern Rockies. Following the film\, join ecologist and noted author Don Gayton for a look at local fire ecology research and management strategies. A book signing\, with a selection of Mr. Gayton’s books\, will be held following his talk. \nMore information at www.dongayton.ca
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/fire-ecology-movie-and-an-expert/
LOCATION:Watermark Beach Resort\, Osoyoos\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Presentation,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20160127T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20160127T210000
DTSTAMP:20151214T201450Z
CREATED:20151214T201450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151214T201450Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting & HATter Social
DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting with Special Presentation & HATter Social\nWhen: Wed Jan 27\, Doors at 6:15pm\nWhere: Swan Lake Nature House \nPlease join us for our Annual General Meeting & Social followed by a special presentation by GUEST SPEAKER Judith Arney\, local ethnoecologist speaking about her work with revitalizing native ecosystems and involving youth in many projects!\nPlus NEW with a Social Hour for HATters before the meeting and presentation. Enjoy refreshments and light snacks\, includes great conversation! There will be presentations with updates about each program by HAT staff and you will have the opportunity to meet the board and your fellow members.\nFree. Everyone is welcome to attend and you are encouraged to bring a friend. Only members can vote\, but you can renew or become a member at this event.\nMore information… \nDoors open at 6:15pm for Social\nGeneral Meeting & Staff Presentations begins 7:15pm\nJudith Arney 8:00pm-9:00pm \nLooking for the Annual Report? The Annual Report will be available at the AGM on January 27\, you can get a copy at the HAT office\, or upon request we can send one by post or email in the new year.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/annual-general-meeting-hatter-social/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Nature House\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Meeting,Restoration,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20151027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20151027T120000
DTSTAMP:20151024T190953Z
CREATED:20151024T190953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151024T190953Z
UID:2425-1445943600-1445947200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Selection\, Movements and Nest Success of Translocated Greater Sage-grouse
DESCRIPTION:The Prairie Conservation Action Plan’s next Native Prairie Speaker Series that will take place on Tuesday\, October 27\, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM CST (11:00am – 12:00pm PST). This webinar will be given by myself\, I will be presenting my MSc. research from the University of Regina about the habitat selection\, post-release movements and nest success of Greater Sage-grouse that were translocated from Montana to Alberta in 2011 and 2012 \nJoin Kayla Balderson Burak\, Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan’s Manager\, and MSc. Candidate at the University of Regina\, as she talks about her research on the Montana-Alberta Greater Sage-grouse Translocation. This is sure to be an interesting and informative talk that you won’t want to miss! \nSign up for the Webinar
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/habitat-selection-movements-and-nest-success-of-translocated-greater-sage-grouse/
CATEGORIES:Ecology,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151030
DTSTAMP:20150612T200915Z
CREATED:20150612T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150612T200915Z
UID:1995-1445904000-1446163199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Statistics Course:  Introduction to Bayesian Methods for Ecologists
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Mountains Institute of Applied Ecology presents: An Introduction to Bayesian Methods for Ecologists \n\n\nInstructor: Dr. Carl Schwartz\, Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science\, Simon Fraser University. \nCourse description \n\nBayesian methods supplement the standard analysis methods such as regression\, ANOVA\, and generalized linear models. They are helpful in two general situations. First\, when information from a number of studies is to be merged together. Second\, there are certain problems that are “hard” to do using standard methods. For example\, dealing with censored data in regression\, or random effects in logistic regression. This course will present an overview of the use of Bayesian methods in ecology. \nPre-Requisites:\nSound understanding of basic regression and ANOVA. For example\, you should be able to write down the full statistical model for a linear regression. Have you run a logistic regression before? Some familiarity with R will be helpful as we will use R to access OpenBugs/JAGS after learning the basics.\n \nDetails and registration are at www.cmiae.org \nLast date to register is October 13\, 2015\nRegister early.  Class size is limited to 16 students
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/statistics-course-introduction-to-bayesian-methods-for-ecologists/
LOCATION:Regent Hotel\, 112 First Street East\, Revelstoke\, BC\, V0E 2S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Course,Ecology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150813
DTSTAMP:20150220T164859Z
CREATED:20150220T164859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150220T164859Z
UID:1405-1439251200-1439423999@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:CABIN Field Training
DESCRIPTION:This Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network (CABIN) field training session requires that online training modules be completed in advance (by March 15\, 2015) in order to gain access to the CABIN database (Project Manager or Field Technician). For online module descriptions\, fees\, and  more information contact rachel@wildsight.ca.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/cabin-field-training/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Golden\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Course,Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150721T120000
DTSTAMP:20150717T201231Z
CREATED:20150717T201231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150717T201231Z
UID:2184-1437476400-1437480000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Special Lectures: Experimental Disturbance Ecology and The Ecology of Landslides (BC)
DESCRIPTION:The University of Northern British Columbia Natural Resources and Environmental Studies Institute be hosting a Special Lecture. All are welcome to attend! A recording will be uploaded to NRESi’s video archive following the presentation. \nTwo special guests will showcase some of their research: \nExperimental Disturbance Ecology: Extreme Weather Events and Ecosystem Functions – Dr. Anke Jentsch\, University of Bayreuth\, Germany \nPresentation Abstract: \nStudying the effects of extreme climatic events such as drought\, heat waves and heavy rain spells on biodiversity and ecosystem functions is one of the most important facets of experimental disturbance ecology and climate change research. In particular\, primary production of grassland vegetation is amounting to the common currency in field experiments worldwide. Rarely\, however\, are multiple ecosystem functions measured in a single study\, in order to address general patterns across different categories of responses to climate extremes. Additionally\, new approaches include coordinated distributed experiments and surveys\, in which a network of scientists or sites apply a standardized research design to tackle questions across gradients and global hypotheses in ecology using the power of replication distributed geographically. \n  \nThe Ecology of Landslides – Dr. Lawrence Walker\, University of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nPresentation Abstract: \nLandslide ecology is an emerging discipline that examines the post-erosion environment. It addresses ecosystem\, population\, community\, and restoration topics\, thereby clarifying the role of spatial heterogeneity at landscape levels in maintaining biodiversity and landslide impacts on carbon sequestration. Landslides\, often of anthropogenic origin\, are increasing in frequency so it is imperative to improve our understanding of how ecology can help predict\, mitigate\, and restore unstable slopes. Plant succession integrates many themes of landslide ecology and can be manipulated to improve ecological resiliency and reduce restoration costs. \n  \n 
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/special-lectures-experimental-disturbance-ecology-and-ecology-of-landslides-bc/
LOCATION:7-150\, University of British Columbia\, Prince George\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150721T120000
DTSTAMP:20150712T181010Z
CREATED:20150712T180345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150712T181010Z
UID:2140-1437476400-1437480000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Perspectives on Disturbance Ecology Research Lecture (Prince George)
DESCRIPTION:The University of Northern British Columbia Natural Resources and Environmental Studies Institute will be hosting a Special Lecture entitled Perspectives on Disturbance Ecology Research. \nThey will welcoming two guest presenters: Lawrence Walker (University of Nevada\, Las Vegas) and Anke Jentsch (Bayreuth University\, Germany).
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/perspectives-on-disturbance-ecology-research-lecture-prince-george/
LOCATION:University of Northern British Columbia\, 7-150\, Prince George\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ecology,Presentation,Restoration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150717T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150718T160000
DTSTAMP:20150420T214745Z
CREATED:20150420T214542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T214745Z
UID:1722-1437148800-1437235200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Parks Canada BioBlitz - Saturna Island
DESCRIPTION:Parks Canada needs your help to identify as many species as possible over 24 hours! Discover diverse habitats on beautiful Saturna Island. Half the island rests in the national park reserve: beaches\, marshes\, mudflats\, ponds\, forests\, fields and Garry oak bluffs. There’s even a salmon stream. Help support Parks Canada’s conservation efforts. Registered participants can camp for free at Parks Canada sites (space limited). Spend a weekend outdoors with like-minded people. Have some fun! \nThe BioBlitz will include species surveys (registration required\, space limited\, most suited to families\nwith children over 10) and fun drop-in activities (no registration required\, suitable for all ages\, schedules available soon).\nSpecies observations will be recorded with smart phones and digital cameras. Download the app from: www.inaturalist.org \nEveryone is welcome\, from professional scientists\, student specialists and naturalists to families and individuals with no expertise but lots of enthusiasm. \nRegister Online or call 250-478-5849 \nView the Event Poster
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/parks-canada-bioblitz-saturna-island/
LOCATION:Gulf Islands National Park Reserve\, Saturna Island\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conservation,Ecology,Field Tour,Stewardship,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150706
DTSTAMP:20150327T172048Z
CREATED:20150327T164917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150327T172048Z
UID:1591-1435795200-1436140799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Botany BC 2015
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Botany BC 2015 will be held in Elkford in the beautiful Elk Valley in the East Kootenays. \nBotany BC is an annual meeting of botanists and plant enthusiasts of British Columbia and is open to anyone interested in plants. Although Botany BC meetings are focused to British Columbia\, we welcome all the plant enthusiasts from the neighbouring provinces/states\, and from elsewhere in the world. \nMore Information \n 
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/botany-bc-2015/
LOCATION:Elkford\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conference,Ecology,Field Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150627
DTSTAMP:20150528T013726Z
CREATED:20150528T013726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150528T013726Z
UID:1956-1434931200-1435363199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Peace Region Bio Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peace Region Bio Blitz co-organized by the Biological Survey of Canada\, Royal BC Museum and Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative! \nRSVP by June 15th. \nMore Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/peace-region-bio-blitz/
LOCATION:Peace Region\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conservation,Ecology,Get your hands dirty!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150615T120000
DTSTAMP:20150501T160455Z
CREATED:20150501T160455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T160455Z
UID:1814-1434358800-1434369600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Duncan - Blue Bird Survey and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your binoculars and help survey the Cowichan Valley for returning western bluebirds (Sialia mexicana)! Once common in Garry oak meadows and savannahs throughout the Salish Sea area\, the western bluebird population in British Columbia became extirpated (locally extinct) in 1995. Habitat loss and competition for nest holes with exotic birds are among the reasons for the loss of these tropical-looking songbirds. \n\nTheir sweet song has inspired many to help give them another chance. Bring Back the Bluebirds is part of an international effort to re-establish a breeding population of these colourful little songbirds\, which call our endangered Garry oak ecosystems home. \nThe project began in 2012 and the translocation of up to ten pairs of bluebirds\, from healthy populations in Washington\, will continue until 2016. So far every spring we have seen returning adults and juvenile bluebirds! \nCome and learn how to identify western bluebirds\, how to protect and restore their habitat and hopefully spot one of these beautiful creatures returning home. \nGuest Speaker: \nJemma Green.\nIn the spring of 2014 Jemma joined the team at GOERT (Garry Oak Ecosystem Recovery Team) to work full time as a Western Bluebird Technician in the Cowichan Valley.  She now coordinates the project and is busy planning for the next breeding season. \n\nRegistration & More Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/duncan-blue-bird-survey-and-workshop/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150609T210000
DTSTAMP:20150426T220707Z
CREATED:20150426T220707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150426T220707Z
UID:1763-1433876400-1433883600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Bighorn Wildland Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Alberta Wilderness Association conservation specialist Sean Nichols to discuss off-highway vehicle trail monitoring\, the importance of headwater protection along the central Eastern Slopes\, and how to get involved with AWA’s Freshwater Campaign. \nDoors open @630pm\nCost: $5.00 Register here
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/bighorn-wildland-talk/
LOCATION:Alberta Wilderness Association Offic\, 455 – 12 Street NW\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Ecology,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150612
DTSTAMP:20150404T150839Z
CREATED:20150404T150839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150404T150839Z
UID:1655-1433721600-1434067199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Plant Identification Courses
DESCRIPTION:Tannas Conservation Services (TCS) and Eastern Slopes Rangeland Seeds (ESRS) are pleased to host their annual plant identification course. The course will be held in three components\, forbs\, grasses and willows/sedges. Each component will involve a classroom component but will focus on field keying and identification using The Common Plants of The Western Rangelands as a text. \nThese courses have been developed as hands on courses that instill practical skills for professionals and amateur botanists alike. Our instructors include expert plant taxonomists with over 30 years’ experience as well as some young professionals that have won international awards in plant identification competitions. \nIn these courses we train each student how to identify vascular plants within field conditions. Students will be able to select the instructor they wish to learn from and switch instructors in order to learn from each instructor’s experience. \nCourse Prices\n\nEntire Course $ 430\nComponent 1 $ 125\nComponent 2 $ 230\nComponent 3 $ 125\nAny one day $ 125/day\nTwo components $115/day\nCustom course min 10 people $125 person/day (may vary by location)\n\nBooks and Resources\n\nCommon Plants of the Western Rangelands – Complete Set $75\nForbs $30\nGrasses and Grass Like $25\nTrees and Shrubs $20\nHand lens with light/rulers $35\n\nMore Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/plant-identification-courses/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Cremona\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Course,Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150529T163000
DTSTAMP:20150509T025713Z
CREATED:20150509T025713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150509T025713Z
UID:1888-1432890000-1432917000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Beavers in our Landscape (2)
DESCRIPTION:A free workshop on understanding and living with beavers\, developed for Alberta natural resource managers\, municipalities\, landowners and others! Whether you love them\, hate them\, want to understand them\, think you need them\, or want to learn how to live with them\, you will find this workshop useful. Please join and share your knowledge and experiences. \nTopics include: \n\nBeaver basics – Ecology\, natural history\, watershed connections\nBeaver challenges – Issues\, management\, options and alternatives\nBeaver case studies – How others are dealing and living with beavers\nBeaver banter – Round table discussion on beaver messages\, messaging\, management issues\, management options\, information needs\nBeaver next steps – Awareness messages\, tool development\, beaver role in watersheds\, reintroductions and future management\nOutdoor Field Trip – Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area (beaver reintroduction site\, with technology use).\n\nPlease be prepared for 2.5 hours outside & 15 minute walk. An integral part of the workshop will be discussion about challenges\, concerns and values. \nRegister by May 22: rachelle@rockies.ca or 403-440-8444. \nView the Event Poster
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/beavers-in-our-landscape-2/
LOCATION:Priddis Community Centre\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Ecology,Field Tour,Wildlife,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150523T160000
DTSTAMP:20150420T214620Z
CREATED:20150420T214157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T214620Z
UID:1719-1432310400-1432396800@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Parks Canada BioBlitz - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Parks Canada needs your help to identify as many species as possible over 24 hours! Comb 54 hectares\, from rocky and sandy beaches near the lighthouse to Garry oak forests and flowering meadows near the fort. Access lands not usually open to the public. Help support Parks Canada’s conservation efforts. Registered participants can camp for free at Parks Canada sites (space limited). Spend a weekend outdoors with like-minded people. Have some fun! \nThe BioBlitz will include species surveys (registration required\, space limited\, most suited to families\nwith children over 10) and fun drop-in activities (no registration required\, suitable for all ages\, schedules available soon).\nSpecies observations will be recorded with smart phones and digital cameras. Download the app from: www.inaturalist.org \nEveryone is welcome\, from professional scientists\, student specialists and naturalists to families and individuals with no expertise but lots of enthusiasm. \nRegister Online or call 250-478-5849 \nView the Event Poster
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/parks-canada-bio-blitz-victoria/
LOCATION:Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites\, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V9C 2W8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Stewardship,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150526
DTSTAMP:20150328T141404Z
CREATED:20150328T141128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150328T141404Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Society for Ecology and Evolution Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CSEE is coming to the Prairies for the first time in 2015. We invite you to Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan on May 22-24 2015 for the 10thannual CSEE meeting hosted by the University of Saskatchewan. This year\, the theme of the conference is: ‘Ecology and Evolution of Managed Landscapes’. Come and experience the “Paris of the Prairies”\, and one of Canada’s finest Collegiate Gothic style campuses. Saskatoon offers extensive opportunities for naturalists; we will be organizing field trips to a number of destinations. \nRegistration and More Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/canadian-society-for-ecology-and-evolution-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:University of Saskatchewan\, Saskatoon\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Ecology,Prairies,Saskatchewan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T163000
DTSTAMP:20150420T221628Z
CREATED:20150420T221628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T221628Z
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SUMMARY:Desert Centre - Nature\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fact and fun-filled guided tour along the Osoyoos Desert Centre’s boardwalk and discover some of the surprising ways nature is used in our daily lives. Find out how the plants and animals around us are used to create handy inventions\, life saving medicines and edible treats. Take a look at some ways people benefited from nature in the past\, then get the inside scoop on today’s nature-inspired innovations and research. \n$15 per person ~ Click here to book through the Meadowlark Nature Festival \nProceeds support the Meadowlark Festival and the Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance \n \nHow to find the Desert Centre
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/desert-centre-nature-inc/
LOCATION:Desert Centre\, Osoyoos\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T163000
DTSTAMP:20150509T025739Z
CREATED:20150509T025441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150509T025739Z
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SUMMARY:Beavers in our Landscape
DESCRIPTION:A free workshop on understanding and living with beavers\, developed for Alberta natural resource managers\, municipalities\, landowners and others! Whether you love them\, hate them\, want to understand them\, think you need them\, or want to learn how to live with them\, you will find this workshop useful. Please join and share your knowledge and experiences. \nTopics include: \n\nBeaver basics – Ecology\, natural history\, watershed connections\nBeaver challenges – Issues\, management\, options and alternatives\nBeaver case studies – How others are dealing and living with beavers\nBeaver banter – Round table discussion on beaver messages\, messaging\, management issues\, management options\, information needs\nBeaver next steps – Awareness messages\, tool development\, beaver role in watersheds\, reintroductions and future management\nOutdoor Field Trip – Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area (beaver reintroduction site\, with technology use).\n\nPlease be prepared for 2.5 hours outside & 15 minute walk. An integral part of the workshop will be discussion about challenges\, concerns and values. \nRegister by May 10: rachelle@rockies.ca or 403-440-8444. \nView the Event Poster
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/beavers-in-our-landscape/
LOCATION:Red Deer Lake Community Centre\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Ecology,Wildlife,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T120000
DTSTAMP:20150501T160353Z
CREATED:20150501T160353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T160353Z
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SUMMARY:Duncan - Blue Bird Survey & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your binoculars and help survey the Cowichan Valley for returning western bluebirds (Sialia mexicana)! Once common in Garry oak meadows and savannahs throughout the Salish Sea area\, the western bluebird population in British Columbia became extirpated (locally extinct) in 1995. Habitat loss and competition for nest holes with exotic birds are among the reasons for the loss of these tropical-looking songbirds. \n\nTheir sweet song has inspired many to help give them another chance. Bring Back the Bluebirds is part of an international effort to re-establish a breeding population of these colourful little songbirds\, which call our endangered Garry oak ecosystems home. \nThe project began in 2012 and the translocation of up to ten pairs of bluebirds\, from healthy populations in Washington\, will continue until 2016. So far every spring we have seen returning adults and juvenile bluebirds! \nCome and learn how to identify western bluebirds\, how to protect and restore their habitat and hopefully spot one of these beautiful creatures returning home. \nGuest Speaker: \nJemma Green.\nIn the spring of 2014 Jemma joined the team at GOERT (Garry Oak Ecosystem Recovery Team) to work full time as a Western Bluebird Technician in the Cowichan Valley.  She now coordinates the project and is busy planning for the next breeding season. \n\nRegistration & More Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/duncan-blue-bird-survey-workshop/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T140000
DTSTAMP:20150501T160017Z
CREATED:20150501T155852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T160017Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Inventory - Duncan
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nJoin NCC staff and special guest biologist James Miskelly in a guided morning nature walk where we will inventory butterfly species at the Chase Woods Nature Preserve near Duncan. Learn about the differences between them\, their vital ecological roles as pollinators\, and even ways to encourage their presence in your garden! With almost 200 butterfly species in BC\, we’re bound to spot at least a few different\, beautiful specimens! \n\n\nMore Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/butterfly-inventory/
LOCATION:Chase Woods Nature Preserve\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Get your hands dirty!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T140000
DTSTAMP:20150420T221700Z
CREATED:20150420T221442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T221700Z
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SUMMARY:Desert Centre Birdathon
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a weekend bird count at the Osoyoos Desert Centre starting on Migratory Bird Day. Record bird species you see during your visit and share the results with staff. \nDesert Centre admission fees apply \nHow to find the Desert Centre
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/desert-centre-birdathon/
LOCATION:Desert Centre\, Osoyoos\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150427T210000
DTSTAMP:20150412T224244Z
CREATED:20150327T163828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150412T224244Z
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SUMMARY:Root Food Plants of the British Columbia Interior
DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Native Plant Society & Selkirk College proudly present an evening with Ethnobotanist Dr. Nancy Turner. \nThis is a very special and rare opportunity to hear Canada’s preeminent ethnobotanist! \nDrawing from decades of community-based research across British Columbia\, Dr. Nancy Turner will share her immense knowledge and personal insights on the ethnobotany of native plants with a special focus on traditional root resources. Dr. Turner is a Distinguished Professor and Hakai Professor in Ethnoecology in the School of Environmental Studies\, University of Victoria. She is a prolific public speaker and author\, including the RBC Museum publication Food Plants of Interior First Peoples\, originally issued in 1978. \nDr. Turner has received many honours including the Order of British Columbia\, the Slow Food Award in Biodiversity (2001); Member of the Order of Canada (2009); and Honorary Doctorates\, Vancouver Island University and University of British Columbia (both 2011). \nAdmission by donation at the door. Suggestion donation $10 or $5 students/unemployed. All proceeds will be used to promote and advance the conservation\, restoration\, and education of local native root plants. \nMore Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/root-food-plants-of-the-british-columbia-interior/
LOCATION:Classroom S-113\, Selkirk College\, Castlegar Campus\, Castlegar\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Native Seeds,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150426T140000
DTSTAMP:20150213T185000Z
CREATED:20150213T185000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150213T185000Z
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SUMMARY:Brant Wildlife Festival - Hamilton Marsh Tour
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and family to explore this amazing marsh outside Qualicum Beach and learn about the interesting plants and wildlife with Friends of French Creek. By donation. \nVisit the festival website for more information on this field tour and other Brant Wildlife Festival events held from February 28th – April 26th\, 2015.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/brant-wildlife-festival-hamilton-marsh-tour/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Get your hands dirty!,Social,Stewardship,Wetlands,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150427
DTSTAMP:20150420T221325Z
CREATED:20150420T221214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T221325Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Day at the Desert Centre
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Osoyoos Desert Centre for a special day of activities.\n~ Guided tours at 10 am and noon\n~ Photo Walk from 2-4 pm\n \nFree admission on Opening Day \nHow to find the Desert Centre
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/opening-day-at-the-desert-centre/
LOCATION:Desert Centre\, Osoyoos\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150421T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150421T220000
DTSTAMP:20150420T222531Z
CREATED:20150420T222531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T222531Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular annual fundraiser held each summer under a starry desert sky. Enjoy an outdoor dinner\, wine tasting stations\, a guided sunset tour through the desert\, live music\, a silent auction and more! Proceeds support the Osoyoos Desert Society’s habitat conservation\, restoration and education efforts. \n$70 per person ~ Advance registration required (250-495-2470 ~ mail@desert.org)\n\nHow to find the Desert Centre
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/romancing-the-desert-2/
LOCATION:Desert Centre\, Osoyoos\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Conference,Ecology,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150413T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150413T163000
DTSTAMP:20150403T191421Z
CREATED:20150403T191421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150403T191421Z
UID:1649-1428895800-1428942600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Population Issues at Geographic Range Edges (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Karen Hodges\, Associate Biology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan \nThe geographic ranges of species are seldom static\, but the causes for the edges of ranges are often unclear. Many conservation laws and policies are structured in ways that protect range edge populations\, especially if the range periphery occurs in one jurisdiction\, but the main range is elsewhere (as occurs in BC’s sage-steppe habitats in the Okanagan and the Vancouver Island garry oak ecosystems). Simultaneously\, as global warming continues\, many northern peripheral populations are acting as leading edges of range expansion. In this talk\, I examine whether we have sufficient biological understanding of range edge populations\, and the causes of range edges\, to be able to predict which peripheral populations are genuinely valuable enough to warrant separate conservation attention or to predict which range edge populations might expand or contract. In so doing\, I examine some conservation policy and data gaps\, and I derive a possible classification of range edge types. \nTo participate remotely on Livestream or Elluminate: http://www.unbc.ca/nres/nresi_webcast.html
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/population-issues-at-geographic-range-edges-webinar/
LOCATION:UNBC\, Room: 8-166\, Prince George\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Presentation,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150323T200000
DTSTAMP:20150220T155306Z
CREATED:20150220T155306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150220T155306Z
UID:1395-1427135400-1427140800@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Calgary Talk: Pollinators and Pesticides
DESCRIPTION:Pollinators and Pesticides\, with John Bennett and Paul McKay \nJoin John Bennett\, Sierra’s National Director\,  and Paul McKay\, author of the Kepler Code\, a fiction novel about a world where pollinators go extinct leading to a collapse of agriculture. Paul is also a journalist and green energy developer. John’s talk will be about pollinators and pesticides\, Sierra’s work on the issue\, what actions are needed and how we can all contribute to the protection of bees and the environment. A local guest speaker is TBA. \nTickets: $5.00 \nTickets and More Information
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/calgary-talk-pollinators-and-pesticides/
LOCATION:Alberta Wilderness Association\, 455 – 12 Street NW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2N 1Y9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Ecology,Presentation
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