Western Pond Turtle Workshop: Ecology and Conservation
October 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Join us for a revival of the Western Pond Turtle Workshop: Ecology and Conservation at Sonoma State University on Saturday, October 24, 2015. The western pond turtle is an aquatic turtle native to the Pacific states. Although the range of the turtle is widespread north to south, the species is in decline in many areas. Turtles in Washington are endangered and in Oregon they are considered Critical Species. In California the turtle is a Species of Special Concern. The US Fish and Wildlife Service is currently considering protection under of the federal Endangered Species Act.
Student Scholarship Opportunities Here!
The Western Pond Turtle Workshop is designed to provide professional biologists with a background on conservation issues of the western pond turtle, recent research findings, and practical understanding of field methods. Participants will learn how to identify turtles, their life history and habitat requirements, taxonomy, potential causes of declines, survey techniques, regulations and permits, and management plans. The workshop will include presentations by expert researchers, and introduction to the Handbook on the Ecology, Conservation, and Management of Western Pond Turtles, and a short field trip to an on-campus pond where turtle identification, handling techniques, visual surveys for basking turtles, and trapping techniques will be demonstrated.
To learn more about the event and to register, please visit the chapter website at: http://tws-west.org/sfbay/event/western-pond-turtle-workshop-ecology-and-conservation/
Discounted registration fees are available to S.F. Bay Area Chapter members, and to early registrants (by September 24th). Registration fees include morning coffee, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
October 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Join us for a revival of the Western Pond Turtle Workshop: Ecology and Conservation at Sonoma State University on Saturday, October 24, 2015. The western pond turtle is an aquatic turtle native to the Pacific states. Although the range of the turtle is widespread north to south, the species is in decline in many areas. Turtles in Washington are endangered and in Oregon they are considered Critical Species. In California the turtle is a Species of Special Concern. The US Fish and Wildlife Service is currently considering protection under of the federal Endangered Species Act.
Student Scholarship Opportunities Here!
The Western Pond Turtle Workshop is designed to provide professional biologists with a background on conservation issues of the western pond turtle, recent research findings, and practical understanding of field methods. Participants will learn how to identify turtles, their life history and habitat requirements, taxonomy, potential causes of declines, survey techniques, regulations and permits, and management plans. The workshop will include presentations by expert researchers, and introduction to the Handbook on the Ecology, Conservation, and Management of Western Pond Turtles, and a short field trip to an on-campus pond where turtle identification, handling techniques, visual surveys for basking turtles, and trapping techniques will be demonstrated.
To learn more about the event and to register, please visit the chapter website at: http://tws-west.org/sfbay/event/western-pond-turtle-workshop-ecology-and-conservation/
Discounted registration fees are available to S.F. Bay Area Chapter members, and to early registrants (by September 24th). Registration fees include morning coffee, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
Location
Venue Sonoma State University
Cooperage 1801 E Cotati Avenue Rohnert Park, CA 94928 United States + Google Map Website: sonoma.edu |