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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
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150717T201231Z
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150627
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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
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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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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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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
UID:1613-1432166400-1432598399@chapter.ser.org
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
UID:1732-1431702000-1431707400@chapter.ser.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T163000
DTSTAMP:20150509T025739Z
CREATED:20150509T025441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150509T025739Z
UID:1886-1431680400-1431707400@chapter.ser.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150515T120000
DTSTAMP:20150501T160353Z
CREATED:20150501T160353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T160353Z
UID:1812-1431680400-1431691200@chapter.ser.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T140000
DTSTAMP:20150501T160017Z
CREATED:20150501T155852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T160017Z
UID:1808-1431252000-1431266400@chapter.ser.org
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!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150510T140000
DTSTAMP:20150420T221700Z
CREATED:20150420T221442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T221700Z
UID:1731-1431165600-1431266400@chapter.ser.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150427T210000
DTSTAMP:20150412T224244Z
CREATED:20150327T163828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150412T224244Z
UID:1588-1430161200-1430168400@chapter.ser.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150426T140000
DTSTAMP:20150213T185000Z
CREATED:20150213T185000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150213T185000Z
UID:1355-1430042400-1430056800@chapter.ser.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour,Get your hands dirty!,Social,Stewardship,Wetlands,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150427
DTSTAMP:20150420T221325Z
CREATED:20150420T221214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T221325Z
UID:1728-1430006400-1430092799@chapter.ser.org
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
UID:1736-1429594200-1429653600@chapter.ser.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150326
DTSTAMP:20150130T204803Z
CREATED:20150130T204803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T204803Z
UID:1232-1427068800-1427327999@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Pacific Northwest Bryophyte Identification Workshop - 2015
DESCRIPTION:This spring a three-day\, intermediate level bryophyte identification workshop will be offered on the University of Oregon campus. The class will meet Monday-Wednesday\, March 23-24-25. This workshop is designed for participants with a strong botany background and a general knowledge of the basics of bryophyte structure and life cycles. Folks who have some experience identifying bryophytes can expect to kick their level of competence with the regional flora up a notch or two. \nThe class involves three days of integrated lectures and lab practice. A classroom with microscopes for all students is available. Students will be asked to bring dissecting tools and specimen packets. \nThe focus of this workshop will be an intensive training in using the contemporary identification keys pertinent to our area.  Primary attention will be directed to mastering Contributions Toward a Bryoflora of California: II A Key to the Mosses  (D. Norris and J. Shevock\, MadroC1o 2004) with attention also given to Elva Lawton’s 1971 Moss Flora of the Pacific Northwest. Identification of liverworts and hornworts will emphasize Contributions toward a Bryoflora of California: III Keys b&for Liverworts and Hornworts ( W. Doyle and R. Stotler\, MadroC1o 2006) and the just formally published Guide to the Liverworts of Oregon (D.H. Wagner\, Northwest Botanical Institute 2014). Using electronic keys will be demonstrated with time for in-class practice by students with laptop computers. \nParticipants will receive a generous selection of valuable\, mostly unpublished material\, both printed and in digital formats. They will get a comprehensive review of online resources and the most useful current literature from other parts of the world\, too. An ample selection of study specimens will be provided. Participants will be taught lab techniques needed to observe the features used in keying with supervised practice of these techniques. More advanced students are encouraged to bring challenging or critical specimens for supervised study. \nSpace is limited; early registration is recommended. Please contact me directly before submitting fees. \nCost is $250. Credit card transactions by PayPal; submit to davidwagner@mac.com \nSend check or money order\, made out to Northwest Botanical Institute\, to:\nNorthwest Botanical Institute\nP.O. Box 30064\nEugene\, OR 97403-1064 \nAbout the instructor: \nDavid Wagner\, Ph.D.\, has been studying the bryoflora of the Pacific Northwest for four decades. He is past Director of the University of Oregon Herbarium and has a continuing appointment as UO Courtesy Associate Professor of Biology. He is a leading expert in PNW bryophytes and is nationally recognized for dedication to teaching field bryology. He specializes in liverworts and is author of the digital Guide to Liverworts of Oregon and co-author of the soon to be published Rare Bryophytes of Oregon. \n  \nFor more information contact: \nTelephone: 541-344-3327 \nEmail: davidwagner@mac.com \nWebsite: http://fernzenmosses.com
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pacific-northwest-bryophyte-identification-workshop-2015/
LOCATION:University of Oregon Campus\, Eugene\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Ecology,International
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150321T160000
DTSTAMP:20150109T195634Z
CREATED:20150109T195634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T195634Z
UID:1153-1426946400-1426953600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey - Behind the Scenes
DESCRIPTION:Birds of Prey – Behind the Scenes\n\n\nTour the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls facility with Executive Manager Lauren Meads. Learn about the release process and get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Centre’s new rehabilitation facility. See the Burrowing Owl breeding facility on-site and learn about efforts to re-introduce this endangered bird in BC.\n\nSpace is limited – registration required (250)495-2470\n\nSORCO location map
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/birds-of-prey-behind-the-scenes/
LOCATION:South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls\, Oliver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150318T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150318T120000
DTSTAMP:20150304T030011Z
CREATED:20150304T030011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150304T030011Z
UID:1453-1426676400-1426680000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Vulnerability of tree species and biome types to climate change in the U.S. Northern Rocky Mountains and Yellowstone
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Andy Hansen\, Ecology Department\, Montana State University\, Bozeman\, MT\n\n\nCo-authors: Linda Phillips and Tony Chang\, Ecology Department\, Montana State University\, Bozeman\, MT; Tom Olliff\, Great Northern LCC\, Bozeman\, MT \nThis presentation assesses components of vulnerability of tree species and biome types to projected future climate within the Great Northern Landscape Conservation Cooperative (GNLCC) in the US Northern Rockies and the ecosystems surrounding Glacier and Yellowstone/Grand Teton National Parks.  We drew on the results of five published studies and analyzed current and projected future climate suitability for 11 tree species and 8 biome types under two IPCC emissions scenarios.  We assessed components of vulnerability based on four metrics of current and projected future climate suitability.  We additionally developed habitat suitability models for dominant tree species and community types across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) based on climate\, water balance\, soil and topographic predictors and projected habitat suitability to 2100 under IPCC MMIP5 climate scenarios. \nResults for biome types indicated largely a shift from climates suitable for alpine and subalpine conifer to climates suitable for desert scrub and grassland types. Results from the four studies of tree species indicated substantial loss of area of climate suitability for the four subalpine species by 2100. This was especially true for Whitebark pine (Pinus albicaulis). Suitable climate for this species dropped from just over 20% of the study area in the reference period to 0.5-7.0% by 2070- 2100 under the A2 scenario. The studies agreed in projecting expansion of climate suitability for some montane tree species. Importantly\, the rankings of tree species vulnerability were similar among studies\, scenarios\, and geographic areas and indicated highest vulnerability for Whitebark pine and Mountain hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana).  Analyses within GYE found that decreasing spring snowpack and increasing late-season soil moisture deficit will decrease suitable habitat area for seven mountain forest species while increasing suitable area for sagebrush and juniper communities. For most forest species under projected climate change\, their suitable habitat moved up in elevation. Managing to maintain vulnerable subalpine tree species will be a particular challenge because habitat suitability tends to shift to land allocation types such as designated Wilderness where active management is dissuaded by enabling legislation.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/webinar-vulnerability-of-tree-species-and-biome-types-to-climate-change-in-the-u-s-northern-rocky-mountains-and-yellowstone/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Ecology,Energy & Climate Change,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150311T200000
DTSTAMP:20150220T172952Z
CREATED:20150220T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150220T172952Z
UID:1418-1426100400-1426104000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Bring Back the Bluebirds
DESCRIPTION:Bring Back the Bluebirds comes to VIU Nanaimo. \nGarry Oak Ecosystem Restoration Team’s Jemma Green will be presenting on the Bring Back the Bluebirds project as part of Vancouver Island University’s Faculty of Science and Technology Spring Lecture Series. The seminar will provide an overview of the habitat enhancement and translocation activities of the first three years of this seven-year project\, which have led to the establishment of a founder population of Western Bluebirds that are breeding once again on Vancouver Island.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/bring-back-the-bluebirds/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island University\, Education Building (Building 356)\, Room 109\, 900 Fifth Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 5S5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150310T130000
DTSTAMP:20150304T025752Z
CREATED:20150304T025752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150304T025752Z
UID:1451-1425988800-1425992400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Rangewide climate vulnerability assessment for threatened bull trout
DESCRIPTION:Host: National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center \n\n\nPresenter: Jason Dunham\, USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center \nBull trout is the most cold-adapted fish in freshwaters of the Pacific Northwest. The species is listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered Species Act\, but climate change may place the species at further risk.  Climate change may lead to a warming of streams in the summer and an increasing probability of floods in the winter. These changes are projected to lead to widespread loss of habitat for bull trout. This project\, supported by the Northwest Climate Science Center\, seeks to further elaborate how these climate-related threats influence bull trout across five western states (OR\, WA\, ID\, MT\, NV) that form the southern margin of the species’ range. \nResearchers used predictions of temperatures in streams across this extent to map coldwater streams or “patches” suitable for spawning and early rearing of bull trout. The study results indicated that larger patches of cold water were much more likely to support the species. The team also found that bull trout were more likely present in patches with extremely cold (<10C or 50F) temperatures in summer (August)\, fewer floods in winter\, and low human impacts as measured by the Human Footprint index. In addition to elucidating the importance of local and climate-related threats\, this work has identified dozens of places where bull trout may exist\, but have not yet been detected\, as well as other places where bull trout have been observed recently\, but may be at high risk of local extinction. Climate projections based on these models have allowed researchers to identify where the species is most likely to persist in the future.  his rangewide view of the species\, in conjunction with local assessments of threats that cannot be evaluated at a broad extent\, allows more effective prioritization for the conservation of bull trout in a changing climate.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/webinar-rangewide-climate-vulnerability-assessment-for-threatened-bull-trout/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Ecology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20150228T150000
DTSTAMP:20150220T171336Z
CREATED:20150220T171336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150220T171336Z
UID:1414-1425128400-1425135600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Moss Landscapes of Vancouver Island Guided Adult Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join guest CRD Parks naturalist Kem Luther to discover the strange lives of mosses\, and identify the most common species. An 18+ event. \nCost: $7 \nPre-register by February 27. 250-478-3344.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/moss-landscapes-of-vancouver-island-guided-adult-walk/
LOCATION:Francis/King Regional Park\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Ecology,Field Tour
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