Tuesday, October 4, 9:00am - 4:00pm - DEREN's sixth annualCONVERGENCE Conference will bring together conservation professionals from throughout eastern Maine to discuss the importance of science-based conservation as an effective tool for protecting the region's ecosystems.
The focus of this year's CONVERGENCE will be “History and Potential of Landscape Conservation in Downeast Region.” We will look back into the history of our region to inform the future. We will share stories and lessons from our region. We will work on communication and dialogue skill building so that we can be a more effective part of the community narrative. We will inform and critique DEREN’s on-going strategic planning process. And, perhaps most importantly, we hope to hear from you all. The stories you share at lunch, the conversations that happen over breaks, the feedback you receive on your talk will all help us to move conservation forward in our precious and vulnerable region of Maine. We hope you will leave Convergence with renewed enthusiasm for this valuable work, enhanced skills,stronger collaborations, and a wealth of new ideas.The keynote talk at DEREN's annual Convergence conference, "Using Wabanaki Diplomacy and Indigenous Research Methods to Respond and Adapt to the Emerald Ash Borer: Lessons and Partnerships", will be presented by Dr. Darren J. Ranco, PhD. Plan to join DEREN for this important conference dedicated to strengthening and promoting conservation collaborations in Hancock and Washington counties, Maine. The CONVERGENCE Conference serves as the annual networking meeting of conservation practitioners, educators, researchers, and managers in eastern Maine.
Please register today! Scholarship applications available for a short time only. With your registration fee you will receive entry to all talks and working groups, a delicious lunch on the beautiful Schoodic Institute’s campus, and valuable networking opportunities. We look forward to seeing you there.
Registration Deadline - If you would like to present a poster or simply attend one or more of the events, please register by TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20. Deadline for scholarships is September 13, 2016. Space is limited and will be awarded on a first come-first served basis, so please register as early as possible. Late registrants will be allowed if space is available but will be charged an additional $50 LATE FEE.
For information about DEREN please visit www.downeastresearchnetwork.org.
Wednesday, October 5, 9:00am - 4:00pm - The fifth annual Acadia National Park Science Symposium will provide opportunities for researchers, educators, and natural resource managers to learn about the latest research underway in and near Acadia. The keynote speech at the 2016 Acadia Science Symposium,‘Let’s be realistic about sustainability’ will be presented by Dr. William H. Schlesinger and featured in the Acadia Centennial Science Lecture Series.
Speakers include:Bina Venkataraman, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Michelle Baumfleck, Cornell University.
Suzanne Greenlaw, University of Maine
Fred Bianchi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Andrew Pershing, Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Rick Bonney, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Stephanie Toothman, Julia Washburn, and Ray Sauvajot, National Park Service Free 7 pm Public Evening Program:
Bill Schlesinger, Cary Institute for Ecosystem Studies – Let’s get realistic about sustainability.
Registration Deadline - If you would like to present a poster or simply attend one or more of the events, please register by TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20. Space is limited and will be awarded on a first come-first served basis, so please register as early as possible. Late registrants will be allowed if space is available but will be charged an additional $50 LATE FEE.
Venue - All events will take place at Schoodic Institute on the Schoodic Education and Research Center campus, located in the Schoodic District of Acadia National Park in Winter Harbor, Maine.
Posters - Participants are invited to present posters describing their research at the Acadia Science Symposium. We welcome and encourage posters from a wide range of disciplines, including natural sciences, social sciences, and the arts and humanities.
Poster Guidelines - Our stands can accommodate posters up to 42 inches wide and 60 inches tall. We cannot accommodate audio-visual equipment associated with posters, but presenters are welcome to bring along handouts. We will provide pins for mounting posters at the meeting.
Housing - Housing on the campus of the Schoodic Education and Research Center is available for those who want to spend one or more nights, whether you are traveling a long distance or want to spend extra time in one of the most beautiful parts of Acadia National Park. The Schoodic Peninsula has a number of gorgeous trails and some of the darkest night skies on the East Coast. Housing units are apartment-style and include private bedrooms, shared kitchen, and shared bathrooms.
Meals – Lunch is included in the registration fee for each event. If you plan to stay for dinner or overnight and breakfast or would like additional meals or lodging, you will have the option to sign up and pay for additional meals during your registration.
Questions? - For more information contact the Schoodic Institute at 207-288-1310,207-288-1337, or mmoshier@schoodicinstitute.org.
These events are sponsored by Schoodic Institute, the Down East Research and Education Network, and the National Park Service additional sponsorship and funding requests are pending.
About Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park
Schoodic Institute is an independent 501c3 nonprofit organization, advancing ecosystem science and learning for all ages through its unique partnership with Acadia National Park. www.SchoodicInstitute.org
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