· March 13-16 –National Association for Interpretation Spring
Workshop, Northern VA 4-H Center in Front Royal; focused on natural and
cultural history interpreter’s across the region; Registration https://www.interpnet.com/nai/nai/_events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=r2_2018 and
information available at http://nairegion2.weebly.com/.
Has bird walks, hikes, and field trips to local places.
· March 14 - Nature & Health in Communities: A
review of Best Available Science, 1pm online webinar taught by
Dr. Kathleen Wolf - Research Social Scientist, University of Washington,
information and how to
access: https://sref.info/news/articles/2018-urban-community-forestry-webinar-series-for-extension-agents
· March 14 – Capture and Curation Methods
for Studying Terrestrial Vertebrates and Invertebrates: Discovering how
Important Scientific Specimens can be! Gloucester Point VA, 8:30am - 3:30pm; This day-long
workshop will provide details about how terrestrial vertebrates and
invertebrates are captured for scientific study and how they are prepared and
curated as museum specimens for long-term preservation. The instructors
will also provide examples from their own research programs of how museum
specimens are used to further our understanding of Virginia's fauna. The cost
of this one day course is $30.00. You must pre-register, and Sandra
must receive both your payment and information before your registration is
'complete.' Click here for
the attached document with registration information. Should you have
any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Sandra Erdle at syerdle@vims.edu,
or 804-684-7144.
· · March 14 - Nature & Health in Communities: A
review of Best Available Science, 1pm online webinar taught by
Dr. Kathleen Wolf - Research Social Scientist, University of Washington,
information and how to
access: https://sref.info/news/articles/2018-urban-community-forestry-webinar-series-for-extension-agents
· March 14 – Capture and Curation Methods
for Studying Terrestrial Vertebrates and Invertebrates: Discovering how
Important Scientific Specimens can be! Gloucester Point VA, 8:30am - 3:30pm; This day-long
workshop will provide details about how terrestrial vertebrates and
invertebrates are captured for scientific study and how they are prepared and
curated as museum specimens for long-term preservation. The instructors
will also provide examples from their own research programs of how museum
specimens are used to further our understanding of Virginia's fauna. The cost
of this one day course is $30.00. You must pre-register, and Sandra
must receive both your payment and information before your registration is
'complete.' Click here for
the attached document with registration information. Should you have
any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Sandra Erdle at syerdle@vims.edu,
or 804-684-7144.
· March 24 – Woods in your Backyard
Workshop, Hanover VA, 8:30am-4:30pm;
Small lots are a big deal. The vast majority of landowners in Virginia own less
than 10 acres. By enhancing wooded areas or creating natural areas on your lot,
you can make a positive difference in your environment through planning and
implementing simple stewardship practices learned at this workshop. TOPICS
include:
o Forest Ecology
o Enhancing Wildlife Habitat
o Tree & Shrub ID
o Converting Lawn to Natural Areas
o Invasive Plant Identification and Control
o Native Plants, Pollinators, and Birds
o Forest Farming (e.g., Growing Shiitake
Mushrooms)
Cost for the day is $20 per person, which
includes lunch and manual. Registration is required for this workshop. Click here to register,
or go to https://www.allianceforthebay.org/events/woods-in-your-backyard-workshop-hanover-county/.
If you have any questions, please contact Jenny McGarvey at (804)
977-1657 or jmcgarvey@allianceforthebay.org.
· March 28 - From Science to Action:
Evidence-based Programs for Nature & Health Communities, 1pm online
webinar taught by Dr. Kathleen Wolf - Research Social Scientist, University of
Washington, information and how to access: https://sref.info/news/articles/2018-urban-community-forestry-webinar-series-for-extension-agents
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