February January 31 - February 1, 2008 Wetlands in the 21st Century: Altered Landscapes and Changing Climates Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Wisconsin Wetlands Association will convene members of the regional wetland community for our 13th annual conference to discuss the latest in wetland science, management, restoration and protection issues as they relate to anthropogenic alterations that affect wetlands. The program for this 2-day conference will include a keynote address, topical oral sessions, a poster session, working groups, a banquet and wetland field trips. Phone: 608-250-9971 E-mail:admin@wisconsinwetlands.org
February 8-9, 2008 Lake Erie Lakewide Management Program (LaMP) Public Forum London, Ontario The Lake Erie LaMP Public Forum provides input on the Lake Erie Lakewide Management Plan (LaMP), which aims to restore and protect the beneficial uses of Lake Erie. Phone: (614) 487-7506
February 9-23, 2008 National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) Ann Arbor, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Stony Brook The annual NOSB competitions provide an educational forum for high school students to excel in math and science and receive national recognition for their diligence and talents. Great Lakes competitions will be held in Ann Arbor, Mich., and Stony Brook, N.Y. (Feb. 9); and in Milwaukee, Wis., and Pittsburgh, Pa. (Feb. 23). The competitions are open to the public. Contact: Susan Haynes or Henry Hope Phone: (202) 332-0063 E-mail:nosb@coreocean.org
February 10-13, 2008 NACD 2008 Annual Meeting Reno, Nevada The conference will encourage district leaders to think outside the box, address changing landscapes, adapt to a new customer base, establish diverse boards of directors and much more. Conference highlights will include general sessions, host state tours, a live auction, breakout and training sessions and an intense board meeting. E-mail:2008@email.nacdnet.org
February 11, 2008 Building Prosperity. Growing Michigan East Lansing, Michigan The 2008 Land Use Summit, hosted by the Land Policy Institute (LPI) at Michigan State University. The event will provide invitees with exposure to key expertise and models for regional/local collaboration and best practices; information sharing, learning and dialogue; and networking among diverse stakeholders. Contact: Jessica McFarland Phone: 517-432-8800, ext.103 E-mail:mcfarland@landpolicy.msu.edu
February 19-20, 2008 International Upper Great Lakes Study public meetings Metro Detroit A pair of public meetings, one in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. and the second in Detroit, that will present an overview of the International Upper Great Lakes Study and highlight the latest findings. Attendees will have ample opportunities to present their views and ask questions. Contact: Tom Black Phone: 519-567-6972 E-mail:blackt@windsor.ijc.org
February 20-21, 2008 Great Lakes Marine Community Day and Admiral's Dinner Cleveland, Ohio Adm. Thad Allen, commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, will be the keynote speaker at the Admiral's Dinner on the eve of the annual Marine Community Day conference addressing issues of importance to the Great Lakes maritime industry. Contact: Harbor House Publishers Phone: 800-491-1760 or 231-582-2814 E-mail:harbor@harborhouse.com
February 26-28, 2008 2008 Great Lakes Commission Semiannual Meeting and Great Lakes Day in Washington Events Washington, D.C. The spring meeting, providing a forum for representatives of the eight Great Lakes and Ontario and Quebec to address issues related to the Great Lakes, will combine with the annual Great Lakes policy forum, bringing together members of Congress and regional leaders to focus on the leading issues facing the lakes. Contact: Tim Eder Phone: 734-971-9135 E-mail:teder@glc.org