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UID:1572-1639573200-1639576800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Classical Biological Control of Weeds – About Misconceptions and Untapped Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Modern classical biological control (or importation biological control) of invasive non-native weeds aims to mitigate their negative impacts on biodiversity\, ecosystem services and human well-being. It implies the deliberate release of specialist natural enemies from the weed’s native range to reduce the densities or the spread of a weed in its introduced range. Assessing the likelihood of non-target effects by a potential biological control agent is one of the fundamental challenges of pre-release studies in biological control projects. The long history of pre-release studies in biological weed control has significantly contributed to the development of environmental risk assessment procedures. Yet despite its wide application across the world\, discussions about the risks involved in classical biological weed control are often dominated by misunderstandings and misconceptions. By addressing some of these misconceptions\, I will elaborate key questions that should be raised in public and scientific debates on the potential risks and benefits of releasing exotic organisms to control exotic invasive weeds. Finally\, I will propose a path forward to further increase efficacy and safety in future projects and conclude by advocating to do classical biological control of weeds more rigorously and more often. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/classical-biological-control-of-weeds-about-misconceptions-and-untapped-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T150000
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UID:1573-1639576800-1639580400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Soil Stability Maps to Improve Management for Soil Health and Carbon Markets
DESCRIPTION:The December Soil Health Nexus Digital Cafe will feature Bruno Basso from Michigan State University. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/soil-stability-maps-to-improve-management-for-soil-health-and-carbon-markets/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T211809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T211809Z
UID:1574-1639576800-1639580400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Seven Best Practices for Risk Communication
DESCRIPTION:Understanding risk is a key component for initiatives focused on helping communities prepare for and respond to weather and climate hazards. This interactive webinar introduces participants to seven best practices\, numerous techniques\, and examples for communicating about coastal hazards. Whether beginning a new effort or trying to keep people motivated to better prepare for future hazards\, applying risk communication principles will lead to more effective results. Please note that this training focuses on improving risk communication skills for coastal hazards planning and preparedness\, not crisis communication. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/seven-best-practices-for-risk-communication/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T211913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T211913Z
UID:1575-1639593000-1639598400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:New and Emerging Plant Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Brian Hudelson\, Director of Diagnostic Services at the UW-Madison Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic. In this session\, you will learn about plant diseases that have recently arrived in Wisconsin and have potential economic and/or regulatory impact\, as well as more established diseases that have the potential to significantly impact the state in the near future. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/new-and-emerging-plant-diseases/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211217
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T212212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212212Z
UID:1576-1639612800-1639699199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/mental-health-first-aid/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T212319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212319Z
UID:1577-1639645200-1639652400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions in Agriculture & Forestry
DESCRIPTION:Forest Management for Climate Change Mitigation in New York \nLand management offers the potential for climate change mitigation through sequestration of carbon\, especially in the forest sector. This webinar will explain and evaluate key aspects of this potential with a focus on New York State. The webinar will cover such topics as: carbon stocks in trees and soils\, silvicultural options in a changing climate\, natural disturbances and risks\, wood products and substitution for fossil fuels. \nNew York State climate change legislation impact on forests and carbon sequestration statewide panel recommendations and current incentives for private landowners. \nNew York forests are a critical component to reaching NYs climate goals through their sequestration and storage of carbon. To achieve these goals the CLCPA Agriculture and Forestry panel recommended five main strategies 1) keep forests as forests\, avoided conversion 2) improved forest management 3) afforestation/reforestation 4) urban forestry 5) bioeconomy. While many of the mechanisms for these systematic changes are still underway there are currently opportunities available for landowners to help combat climate change on their properties. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/understanding-and-reducing-greenhouse-gas-ghg-emissions-in-agriculture-forestry/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T212420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212420Z
UID:1578-1639652400-1639656000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Cover Cropping for Drought Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:Madera-Chowchilla RCD in California and collaborators are hosting a virtual cover cropping workshop discussing key strategies for starting and managing cover crops on your farm system for water and soil conservation. Topics include soil health\, pest management\, water management\, implementation approaches\, and funding opportunities. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/cover-cropping-for-drought-resiliency/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T140000
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CREATED:20211207T212524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212524Z
UID:1579-1639659600-1639663200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Field Day: Cover Crop Dos and Don’ts - Lessons Learned About Cover Crops\, Corn Growth\, Diseases and Pests
DESCRIPTION:The field day will explore the potential benefits and impacts of planting corn into a living winter cereal rye cover crop. While the field day will primarily focus on the Iowa trial\, the research project has replicated sites located in 15 states across the country. Building on existing research trials\, the team is examining different termination dates\, both before and after the planting of corn\, to determine the impact on diseases\, weeds\, and both pest and beneficial insects. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/cover-crop-field-day-cover-crop-dos-and-donts-lessons-learned-about-cover-crops-corn-growth-diseases-and-pests/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T153000
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CREATED:20211207T212649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T212649Z
UID:1580-1639731600-1639755000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Visual Merchandising
DESCRIPTION:Join Mike Demchik\, Ph.D. and Tigerton Lumber Co. as we follow three trees from standing stock to milled wood. In this workshop we will explore how defects move through a log by evaluating the standing stock of three species\, cutting them down\, merchandising and grading the down logs\, and milling them on site. Throughout this process we will discuss: \n\nlog grading\nstanding stock grading\ninternal rate of return\nmilling\ngrading and scaling of lumber\n\nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/visual-merchandising/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T120000
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UID:1581-1639738800-1639742400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Trellising currants and gooseberries: The cordon method
DESCRIPTION:Two Onion farm\, located in Belmont Wisconsin\, shares their findings from their on-farm research trial to evaluate the cordon trellising method which is used in Europe to improve fruit quality and reduce labor requirements. Chris will walk us through the methods\, costs\, and yield findings of this two year old study. Learn more about this trellising method and if it is right for your farm. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/trellising-currants-and-gooseberries-the-cordon-method/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T213532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T213532Z
UID:1582-1639740600-1639744200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Life Hacks over Lunch: A Meet-up Series for Watershed Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual meet-up series is a peer-learning opportunity for watershed professionals to share ideas and advice for solving real-life challenges of watershed projects. \nIf you work with farmers and communities on watershed-scale projects to improve water quality and have ever found yourself thinking\, “I don’t want to recreate the wheel\,” this meet-up series is for you. \nIn each meet-up\, one person will kick things off by presenting a challenge or issue to the group to “hack.” Conversation\, collaboration\, and commiseration will ensue. \nJoin us for these informal gatherings of peers who share a passion for watershed work – and bring your lunch! \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/life-hacks-over-lunch-a-meet-up-series-for-watershed-professionals-3/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T213638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T213638Z
UID:1583-1639751400-1639755000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:The Interplay Between Manure and Compaction
DESCRIPTION:Manure is an extremely valuable input to soil health and crop production because it supports so many functions including water movement\, microbial growth\, nutrient cycling\, and adds micronutrients. However\, because of its bulk and weight\, when applied at the wrong time/conditions compaction issues can offset manure’s value. Join us to see how we can manage our manure application better to minimize compaction effects and maximize manure’s capability to help combat compaction. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/the-interplay-between-manure-and-compaction/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T213736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T213736Z
UID:1584-1639990800-1639994400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Farm Finance Check Up
DESCRIPTION:Financial management is a topic often identified as a stressor for farm businesses. This session will discuss end of the year financial activities that you can do now to plan for 2022. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/farm-finance-check-up/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T140000
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CREATED:20211207T213840Z
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UID:1585-1640005200-1640008800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:The Scoop on Snowfall in the North Central US
DESCRIPTION:Are your dreams of a White Christmas likely to come true? What is the snowiest month of the year? How far into spring do you need to keep that snow shovel handy? This webinar will look at past snowfall and winter weather data for the north central US\, share tools and resources to help you track current and past winter conditions\, and provide the latest seasonal weather outlook. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/the-scoop-on-snowfall-in-the-north-central-us/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211207T213947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T213947Z
UID:1586-1640091600-1640095200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Eco-literacy and Conservation: The Convergence of Research\, Policy and Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brief foray into the intersections of science\, policy and education. This webinar will explain how ecologists and conservation biologists use the scientific process\, how those results inform policy decisions\, and what you need to know to be an informed member of the public. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/eco-literacy-and-conservation-the-convergence-of-research-policy-and-education/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211110T162135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T162135Z
UID:1445-1641222000-1641225600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Manure Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Manure Mondays is a webinar series that continues where the Manure Expo left off and provides the opportunity to share new technology and information about managing manure. A series of educational sessions will be presented by OMAFRA and NAME (North American Manure Expo). Registration is free and includes access to all sessions. \nSessions will run Mondays from November 8 to March 21\, 2022 from 3 – 4 pm (CT). Please note that all webinar events will be recorded. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/manure-mondays-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220105
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211105T134507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T192953Z
UID:1434-1641254400-1641340799@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2022 Online Nutrient Management Training Dates
DESCRIPTION:The DATCP and the Nutrient and Pest Management team is excited to announce the 2022 Online Nutrient Management Trainings. They will be offering four different 10 am – 3 pm sessions: \n\nJanuary 4\nFebruary 7\nMarch 1\nMarch 15\n\nYou only need to attend one of the four training session to be certified to write a nutrient management plan for your operation. To view the training agenda please visit the 2022 Online Nutrient Management Training Agenda. Pre-registration is required to attend any of these sessions. To register click the following link: https://go.wisc.edu/2024y1. \nFor questions about the Nutrient Management Trainings or registration assistance\, contact Andrea Topper at Andrea.Topper@wisconsin.gov or 608-405-0235. For more information about the nutrient management program\, please visit DATCP’s Nutrient Management webpage.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2022-online-nutrient-management-training-dates/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211215T174825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T174825Z
UID:1589-1641286800-1641297600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2022 Agronomy Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Agronomy Update Meetings will be virtual this year due to COVID-19. The meetings will present the latest information on hybrid/variety performance\, an analysis and discussion of last year’s growing season\, and updated recommendations for field crop production. CEUs will be offered in Crop Management for Certified Crop Advisers. There is no charge for this event\, but registration is required. There are two sessions to choose from\, both sessions will present the same information. Please choose the one that best fits your schedule. \nPresentations: \nJoe Lauer\, UW-Madison Corn Agronomist \n\nThe 2021 growing season\n\nHow did we get so much yield with so little water?\nHow did the late May frost affect corn yield?\n\n\n25+ years of Transgenic (GMO) corn: Are we making progress?\nMaximum corn yields: How do we set the bar?\n\nShawn Conley\, UW-Madison Soybean and Small Grain Agronomist \n\nSoybean and Wheat Performance Trial Results\nPlanting Soybean Green Pros and Cons\nSoybean Yield Response to Sulfur in WI\nSomething Else that is Totally #Coolbeans…Trust Me!\n\nJohn Grabber\, USDA-ARS Research Agronomist\, Dairy Forage Research Center \n\nForage Focus: Alfalfa establishment techniques in corn silage\n\nRegister by January 3\, 2022 at https://go.wisc.edu/aqnh77 .
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2022-agronomy-update-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211208T155619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T193155Z
UID:1587-1641463200-1641466800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:NR 151: Background\, History\, and Intent (Abridged)
DESCRIPTION:Do you know the history\, background\, and intent of the standards in Administrative Code NR 151\, Wisconsin’s runoff management rule? Chances are\, even if you have been around for a while\, or are tasked with interpreting or enforcing the rule\, you still have some questions. With the passage of time\, and the recruitment of many new conservation practitioners\, it’s time we remind ourselves collectively how we arrived where we are today. Join us in a one-hour online session\, and the first in a series of webinars to re-calibrate our NR 151 lenses. \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email upon submission of your registration\, please contact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org to get registered. \nContact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org with any questions. \nRegister by January 4.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/nr-151-a-background-history-and-intent-abridged/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220111
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20211222T173136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211222T173136Z
UID:1601-1641772800-1641859199@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2022 Master Naturalist Trainings: Registration Opens
DESCRIPTION:Registration will open Monday\, January 10 at 9:00am! Registration is first come\, first serve.  We do have a waiting list once a training fills\, but it’s best to register as soon as possible to guarantee a spot. Please check out the Master Naturalist website to see the full descriptions and times. \n\nSt. Croix Valley\, March 19-August 27; Carpenter Nature Center\, St. Croix County Parks\, The Friends of Willow River and Kinnickinnic State Parks\nFranklin\, March 28-June 6; Wehr Nature Center\nMadison\, April 7-April 30; Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area\nBayfield County\, June 6-11; Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center and Cable Natural History Museum\nMiddleton\, June 9-July 9; Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy\nEagle River\, July 10-15; Trees for Tomorrow\nMadison\, July 16-August 20; Friends of Urban Nature (FUN)\nWaukesha\, July 18-23; Retzer Nature Center\nFall Creek\, July 31-August 5; Beaver Creek Reserve\nSarona\, August 13-August 19; Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary\nMilwaukee\, August 16-Sept 29; Schlitz Audubon Nature Center\nManitowish Waters\, August 18-September 7; North Lakeland Discovery Center\n\nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to email info@wimasternaturalist.org or call 608-262-0020.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2022-master-naturalist-trainings-registration-opens/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220114
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T202931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T202931Z
UID:1612-1641859200-1642118399@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic is Wisconsin’s premier agribusiness industry event drawing interest and participation from all confluences of the industry from throughout the Midwestern states. \nThe program is held at the Alliant Energy Center each January and boasts an attendance of nearly 1\,200 attendees. The conference and tradeshow is a collaborative effort between the Wisconsin Agri-Business Association and the University of Wisconsin. \nThe depth of coverage and exhibits provided through the conference and tradeshow makes it clear why the Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic is Wisconsin’s premier industry event. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-agribusiness-classic/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T203243Z
UID:1614-1641906000-1641911400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Animal Care Starts with the Calf
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Van Os will discuss “Successful pair-raising of calves”. Pair or group housing of calves is growing in popularity due to research showing benefits for calf growth\, development\, and welfare. This presentation will review best practices to promote good health and welfare in calves raised in pairs or small groups. \nSylvia Kehoe will speak on: “How can we make disbudding easier?” There are multiple ways to disbud a calf however they all share important characteristics. This presentation will review the advantages and disadvantages of different disbudding methods and the ways we can make this an easy\, safe\, and effective process for both calves and employees. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/animal-care-starts-with-the-calf/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T203429Z
UID:1615-1641909600-1641913200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Agri-voltaics – Combining Productive Farmland with Solar
DESCRIPTION:Solar and agriculture do not have to be mutually exclusive. Work across North America and around the globe has proven that farming\, pollinator habitat\, and other conservation practices can be co-located – in a way that is mutually beneficial. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/agri-voltaics-combining-productive-farmland-with-solar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T203542Z
UID:1616-1641913200-1641916800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Growing School Food Gardens
DESCRIPTION:To kick off this work\, we surveyed 542 school garden leaders in a preliminary needs assessment designed to gather ideas and feedback for expanding teaching tools and resources specifically for edible school garden leaders. \nWe’ll be facilitating a lively discussion around the results of the needs assessment survey and sharing resulting next steps. Join this free event for an opportunity to connect with other school food garden educators and share your thoughts on how we can better support your work. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/growing-school-food-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T203659Z
UID:1617-1641925800-1641929400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:People\, Pipelines\, and Water Protectors: Native American Sacrifice Zones - Conversations about Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Conversations About Conservation of the new year! We will be joined by Patricia Loew\, a Professor at the Medill School of Journalism and the Director of the Center for Native American & Indigenous Research. She will be discussing Environmental Health and Ecological Justice. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/people-pipelines-and-water-protectors-native-american-sacrifice-zones-conversations-about-conservation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T203000
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SUMMARY:SRW A new year\, a new ewe perspective
DESCRIPTION:Todd Taylor\, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Sheep Research Program Manager for the Arlington Agricultural Research Station Sheep Unit\, will discuss the most complex sheep on the farm\, the ewe. As the ewe moves through the production cycle\, her needs change. Join Todd as he covers productive ewe management during a typical year to maintain her useful contribution as part of the flock for many years. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/srw-a-new-year-a-new-ewe-perspective/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220114
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203958Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Materials Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Successful habitat restoration depends on an adequate supply of native plant materials. Planting a diversity of native species provides ecosystem services for pollinators\, wildlife\, and people\, as well as increasing ecosystem resilience in the face of climate change and invasive species. Lack of quantity and quality of native plant materials\, both seeds and nursery stock\, has significantly hindered landscape recovery efforts. To address this need\, native seed partnerships are collaborating to expand native plant materials programs in many regions of the country\, including the Southwest and Pacific Northwest. \nThis conference will bring together native plant producers\, restoration ecologists and practitioners\, and seed researchers to discuss progress and challenges related to increasing the supply of ecologically-appropriate native seed. Seed partnerships and collaboratives are innovative and key groups that engage multiple perspectives\, pool demand\, and leverage efforts across regions. Author Doug Tallamy will present his work on the nature of oaks and Olivia Messinger Carril will present her work on pollinator networks. The conference will also include expert speakers and seed producer panels from the Pacific Northwest and Southwest. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/native-plant-materials-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220114
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T204103Z
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SUMMARY:Facilitation Basics for Coastal Managers
DESCRIPTION:Productive meetings are essential to effectively plan for and manage the diverse interests and needs in our coastal communities. In this course\, participants will learn basic facilitation skills\, tools to engage participants\, and techniques for dealing with disruptive behaviors. Class time is provided to practice using tools and skills to plan and facilitate meetings that accomplish objectives while minimizing conflict. Participants at every level are welcome\, since these new skills will be useful even when attending\, but not running\, a meeting. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/facilitation-basics-for-coastal-managers/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T204309Z
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SUMMARY:Changing How We See Algal Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Over the past decade several advancements in harmful algal bloom (HAB) monitoring approaches and technologies have expanded scientists’ and regulators’ ability to monitor and study algal blooms. BloomOptix is a start-up focused on innovating how we monitor and study HABs by leveraging emerging technologies and methods. The company began in 2019\, using advanced sensors and drone technologies to study HABs and water quality phenomena around New York State. In 2021\, BloomOptix launched a new product which uses artificial intelligence and digital microscopy to identify and quantify HAB-causing cyanobacteria in water samples. This presentation will detail past and present BloomOptix projects including use of drones for HAB studies\, artificial intelligence and how these technologies can help empower decision makers\, safety personnel\, and citizen scientists. \nThis past summer\, Clean Lakes Alliance volunteers participated in this long-distance collaboration. Equipped with portable digital microscopes generously shipped all the way from London company Iolight\, volunteers collected microscopic images of algae and cyanobacteria cells. These images are being used to train an AI mobile app to quickly differentiate between harmless green algae and toxin producing cyanobacteria. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/changing-how-we-see-algal-blooms/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180149
CREATED:20220110T203045Z
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SUMMARY:On Trees: A Conversation with Peter Wohlleben\, Jessica J. Lee\, and Sumana Roy
DESCRIPTION:The Forest School at the Yale School of the Environment and Orion Magazine present a second event in a series to celebrate Orion’s new anthology\, “Old Growth”. “On Trees” will feature a conversation between Peter Wohlleben\, Jessica J. Lee\, and Sumana Roy\, three authors whose work embodies the language of trees. Wohlleben’s “Hidden Life of Trees” illuminates the discreet social network of forests; Lee’s “Two Trees Make a Forest” finds history in the canopy; and Roy’s “How I Became a Tree” finds the shadows of branches throughout literature and philosophy. Together\, they will discuss cultural constructs of forests and how disconnected those are from the growing reality of monoculture. Moderating the event is Mary Evelyn Tucker\, co-author of “Journey of the Universe” and co-founder of Yale’s Forum on Religion and Ecology. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/on-trees-a-conversation-with-peter-wohlleben-jessica-j-lee-and-sumana-roy/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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