Training Opportunities for Conservation MonitoringThis page contains announcements for upcoming opportunities for training in conservation monitoring.
Interagency Regional Wilderness Stewardship Training
Date: May 3-6, 2010
Location: West Yellowstone, MT
Abstract: This course focuses on interpreting and implementing the 1964 Wilderness Act, agency policy and wilderness values envisioned by Congress, into principles managers can apply to successfully address on-the-ground wilderness stewardship challenges within political and social realities.
Keywords: wilderness stewardship, wilderness law
* Non-DOI employees: go to Public Catalog Login and search for course keywords Species Monitoring and Conservation: Amphibians Course
Date: May 16-28, 2010
Location: U.S. National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center, Front Royal, VA Advanced Conservation GIS & Remote Sensing Course
Date: May 24-28
Location: Front Royal, Virginia
Abstract: This one-week advanced GIS and remote sensing course provides conservation biologists and wildlife managers with an opportunity to learn how GIS and remote sensing can be used to assess the conservation status of endangered species. During the hands-on exercises, participants will use the Internet, ArcMap, ArcMap Spatial Analyst, ERDAS Imagine, Fragstats, and other spatial analysis programs. Keywords: GIS, remote sensing, conservation XXI Curso Internacional: Áreas Protegidas: Manejo Efectivo Frente al Cambio Global
Date: June 1-26, 2010 (Application deadline: April 30)
Location: Costa Rica
More Information: (link to pdf)
Abstract: Mejorar y fortalecer los procesos de planificación y manejo de los sistemas nacionales de áreas protegidas, las unidades de conservación públicas y privadas y sus regiones de influencia en América Latina y otras regiones del mundo.
Keywords: protected areas, Latin America Non-Game Wildlife Survey Techniques
Date: June 14-18, 2010
Location: National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Abstract: This course provides an overview of the inventory and survey techniques to assess amphibian, reptile, small mammal and bat populations. The goal is to help biologists establish monitoring programs. Keywords: wildlife, inventory, survey techniques, monitoring programs
* Non-DOI employees: go to Public Catalog Login and search for course keywords or course number “WLD2128” Interagency National Wilderness Stewardship Training
Date: June 22-26, 2010
Location: Missoula, MT
Abstract: Course emphasis is on interpreting and applying the 1964 Wilderness Act, agency policy, and wilderness management principles to on-the-ground decisions. Current, as well as participant-provided, wilderness stewardship case studies make for an interactive, challenging and realistic session. Keywords: wilderness management, wilderness stewardship, wilderness law
* Non-DOI employees: go to Public Catalog Login and search for course keywords VIII International mobile seminar on protected areas: Integrating People, Protected Areas and Landscapes: Issues and Strategies in the Face of Global Change
Date: July 5-20, 2010 (Application deadline: April 30)
Location: Guatemala and Belize
Abstract: Explore the theoretical underpinnings and practical aspects of ecosystem and landscape management as an approach to improve livelihoods in rural communities and improve integrated approaches in sustainable natural resource management.
Keywords: ecosystem management, landscape management, natural resource management
More Information: (link to pdf) Field Course in Wildlands and Protected Area Management (Spanish-language based)
Date: July 6 – August 8 (application deadline: March 12, 2010)
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Abstract: With 75% of the training program conducted in the field, see practical examples of management of a great variety of protected areas and an ample range of exercises to develop the practical concepts, methods, and techniques required to improve management of protected areas. Keywords: protected area, protected area management, protected area techniques Wetland Plant Identification
Date: July 12-16, 2010
Location: National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Abstract: Improve your ability to identify wetland plants using botanical manuals and floras, as well as through observing and collecting plants in the field. Lectures discuss morphology, terminology and identification.
Keywords: plant identification, plant morphology
* Non-DOI employees: go to Public Catalog Login and search for course keywords or course number “ECS3107”
International Seminar on the Management of Parks and Protected Areas
Date: July 12-31, 2010 (APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 2, 2010)
Location: Missoula, Montana
Abstract: Designed for mid-career planners and managers of nationally significant protected areas worldwide, this integrated, state-of-the-art course examines strategies to conserve the world's most special places. Keywords: protected area, protected area management Spatial Ecology, Geospatial Analysis, and Remote Sensing for Conservation
Date: July 19-30, 2010
Location: Front Royal, VA
Abstract: This applied course is focused on addressing conservation research problems using the GIS toolbox--learn to use ArcMap, ArcMap Spatial Analyst, ERDAS Imagine, Fragstats, and other spatial analysis programs.
Keywords: GIS, remote sensing, spatial ecology, geospatial analysis Flora and Ecology of the Steens Mountains
Date: July 28 - August 1, 2010
Location: Fish Lake Campground, Harney County, Oregon
Abstract: See rare plants and common members of the NW Great Basin flora and discuss endemism, origins of Steens landscapes and flora, and regional ecology. Keywords: ecology, flora, endemism Measuring & Monitoring of Plant Populations & Vegetation
Date: July 29 - August 4, 2010
Location: Lake Tahoe, CA
Abstract: Learn about current monitoring, analysis, and evaluation techniques for vegetation and plant populations, determine objectives and requirements for monitoring studies, collect accurate and precise data for special status plants or other plant populations, and practice collection and recording skills in field sessions.
Keywords: vegetation, plant, monitoring, analysis, evaluation
* Non-DOI employees: go to Public Catalog Login and search for “Measuring & Monitoring of Plant Populations & Veg” or course code “1730-05” Experimental Design and Ecological Statistics Course
Date: August 17-27, 2010
Location: U.S. National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center, Front Royal, VA Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence
Date: August 23-27, 2010
Location: Online. Please register for the webinar at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/895225144
Abstract: The US Geological Survey and Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants are offering a free introductory workshop taught by Darryl MacKenzie and James Nichols, which will be presented by live web broadcasts and is open to all who are interested. This introductory workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to the basic methods of analysis with worked examples and a strong emphasis on study design issues. Due to limited time there will be no software demonstrations or class exercises. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending.
Keywords: landscape ecology, modeling, birds Regional Wilderness Stewardship
Date: September 13-17, 2010
Location: Homer, AK
Abstract: Upon completion of this 5 day, interagency session, participants will be able to: 1) interpret and discuss the 1964 Wilderness Act, agency policies and wilderness values envisioned by Congress and wilderness leaders 2) recognize the changing regional issues affecting wilderness management 3) identify and apply wilderness law, agency policy, and management principles to regionally-specific management challenges 4) demonstrate commitment to excellent wilderness stewardship and sound decision-making.
Keywords: wilderness stewardship, wilderness management, wilderness law EKG Site Mechanics
Date: September 23-24, 2010
Location: Miles City, MT
Abstract: For ranchers, agency professionals, and other conservationists ready to begin a monitoring program. The course begins with an introduction to land monitoring, forage production, and grazing management but spends the majority of time teaching participants the mechanics of setting up EKG transects, using EKG photo methods, and documenting site information.
Keywords: land monitoring, grazing management, EKG
Self-paced Online Courses Natural Resource Monitoring Survey Design
Date: Self-paced online course
Adaptive Management of Natural Resources
Date: Self-paced online course Past Offerings Duke Environmental Leadership Program - Ecological Risk Assessment: Theory and Practice
Date: April 26-30, 2010 (Register by April 5)
Location: Beaufort, North Carolina GIS Introduction for Conservation Professionals
Date: April 19-22, 2010
Location: National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Abstract: Learn how to describe the basic functioning of GIS technology and its application to natural resource management, make decisions in the application of GIS technology to natural resource issues, create and print maps, and use GIS software for natural resource applications.
Keywords: GIS, natural resource management Applied Fluvial Geomorphology (Prerequisite: Good basic survey skills.)
Date: April 19-23, 2010 (later dates available at different locations)
Location: Shepherdstown, WV
Abstract: This introductory course is designed to familiarize students with the fundamentals of river behavior and the general principles of: fluvial geomorphology, sedimentation, hydraulics, restoration, fish habitat improvement, riparian grazing management, and streambank erosion.
Keywords: fluvial geomorphology, sedimentation, hydraulics Amphibian Biology, Conservation and Management
Date: April 17-23, 2010
Location: Toledo Zoo, Toledo, OH
Abstract: Develop a solid background in amphibian biology as it relates to husbandry, breeding, conservation and cooperative programs.
Keywords: amphibian, amphibian biology, amphibian management, amphibian conservation GIS Introduction for Conservation Professionals
Date: April 6-9, 2010
Location: Homestead, Florida
To register: Sign up coordinator Barry Wood: 772-562-3909
Abstract: Learn how to describe the basic functioning of GIS technology and its application to natural resource management, make decisions in the application of GIS technology to natural resource issues, create and print maps, and use GIS software for natural resource applications.
Keywords: GIS, natural resource management Short Course on Designing Natural Resource Monitoring Surveys
Date: March 8-11, 2010
Location: Online--to register, go to https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/233372081 An Introduction to the use of Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing in Conservation and Wildlife Management
Date: March 8-12, 2010
Location: Front Royal, VA
Introduction to Water Quality Modeling
Date: March 15-19, 2010
Location: Denver, CO
Abstract: Develop skills to propose, plan, and conduct surface-water-quality investigations for watersheds and streams. Input data files, model parameter data sets, and calibration data available so that emphasis is on model application.
Keywords: water-quality, modeling, watershed Sediment Data-Collection Techniques
Date: March 22-26, 2010
Location: Castle Rock/Vancouver, WA
Abstract: This training course is intended to provide instruction in basic sediment data-collection techniques.
Keywords: sediment, sediment data-collection GIS Introduction for Conservation Professionals
Date: March 23-26, 2010
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
To register: Sign up coordinator Barry Wood: 772-562-3909
Abstract: Learn how to describe the basic functioning of GIS technology and its application to natural resource management, make decisions in the application of GIS technology to natural resource issues, create and print maps, and use GIS software for natural resource applications.
Keywords: GIS, natural resource management Stream Habitat Measurement Techniques
Date: March 22-26, 2010
Location: National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia Soils for Naturalists
Date: February 27-28, 2010
Location: University of California, Berkeley, CA Ground-Water/Surface-Water Relationships
Date: March 1-5, 2010 (registration is closed but contact for possible availability)
Location: Denver, CO
Vegetation Monitoring in a Management Context
Date: March 1-6, 2010
Location: Archbold Biological Station, Lake Placid, FL Vegetation Monitoring in a Management Context
Date: March 2 - 7, 2009
Location: Archbold Biological Station, Lake Placid, FL Natural Resource Monitoring Survey Design
Date: April 20-23, 2009
Location: Conducted through conference calls and over the web Adaptive Management of Natural Resources
Date: May 4 - 7, 2009
Location: Conducted through conference calls and over the web
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