"Melissa Brown"
<writemlb at yahoo.c To: <writemlb at yahoo.ca>
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Subject: Announcing the 2006 WSWS Noxious Weed Short Course for Land Managers
09/13/2005 03:11
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September 13, 2005
Greetings!
The Western Society of Weed Science is announcing registration for the 2006
Noxious Weed Management Short Course for Land Managers. It will be held
April 24th through 27th at Chico Hot Springs (www.chicohotsprings.com)
located in Pray, Montana.
The course was developed for land managers who want to gain a better
understanding of ecologically sound integrated weed management concepts. In
recent years, participation has expanded to include policy makers and line
officers who want a better understanding of the invasive plant issue. Weed
management professionals from throughout the west will conduct the training
program designed to encourage interaction between instructors and
participants. Lab and field exercises, in addition to classroom sessions,
will be used as teaching methods.
Registration for the course is limited, so please REGISTER EARLY. A
brochure describing the course and registration information is attached
(and below). If you need additional information please call or email
Melissa Brown.
NEW THIS YEAR: WSWS will be accepting credit card payment for the short
course through PayPal beginning in October. Please contact Melissa Brown
for more information on how to pay with a credit card.
Best regards,
Melissa Brown [406/558 4568, writemlb at yahoo.ca]
Celestine Duncan [406/443 1469, weeds1 at ixi.net]
WSWS Course Coordinators
PO Box 1385
Helena, MT 59624
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Western Society of Weed Science
and the Western Weed Coordinating Committee
Present the
Noxious Weed Management
Short Course
for Land Managers
April 24 – 27, 2006
Chico Hot Springs
Pray, Montana
Introduction
Noxious weeds are a major threat to wildlife habitat, biodiversity, and
agricultural production in the western states. The ability of non-native
plants to invade diverse ecological sites; their rapid spread on range,
woodland, and pasture sites; and continuing advances in management
techniques makes it important for land managers to understand and use the
most current weed management options available.
The Noxious Weed Management Short course was developed for public and
private land managers that want to gain a better understanding of noxious
weed management. The course supports and teaches ecologically sound
management practices for invasive plants.
Weed management professionals from throughout the West will conduct the
training program designed to encourage interaction between instructors and
participants. Lab and field exercises, in addition to classroom sessions,
will be used as teaching methods. Past course participants have been
enthusiastic about the format. Plan on learning and having fun at the same
time!
Topics Covered
· WEED IDENTIFICATION. Hands-on identification of the most
important noxious weeds in the western states
· BIOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT METHODS. Workshops and classroom
discussion about current and future biological control agents on noxious
weeds
· HERBICIDES IN THE ENVIRONMENT. Visual displays and workshops on
herbicide formulations, mode of action, efficacy, and movement in soil
and water
· WEED INVENTORY AND PLANNING. Discussion of weed inventory
strategies and methods including GPS and GIS
· NOXIOUS WEED MANAGEMENT ON RANGE AND PASTURE. Information on
integrated management techniques for many economically important noxious
weeds of the western states
· SAFE USE OF PESTICIDES AND APPLICATION EQUIPMENT. Discussion of
safe and proper handling of pesticides, and use of application
equipment, including calibration
· DISCUSSION SESSIONS. Discussion sessions on noxious weed
management plans and invasive plant problems specific to your district
or forest
Location/Accommodations
The course will be held at Chico Hot Springs Resort, in Pray, MT. (
www.chicohotsprings.com)
For more information or to make reservations contact Chico Hot Springs
directly:
Phone: 406-333-4933, 1-800-468-9232, Email: chico at chicohotsprings.com
LODGING: A federal room rate of $60.00 per night or standard rack rate if
less than federal rate will be given, but you must provide identification.
A block of rooms has been reserved for the course, but YOU are responsible
for making your reservation.
MEALS: Lunch will be provided on April 25, 26, and 27. Participants will be
responsible for all other meals. The main dining room requires reservations
; however, the Pool Side Grill provides a more casual dining option.
NOTE: There are no other facilities near the resort, and no phones or
television in rooms.
For additional information about the short course contact:
Melissa Brown (406/558 4568 – writemlb at yahoo.ca)
Celestine Duncan (406/443 1469 – weeds1 at ixi.net)
The course begins with registration the evening of April 24 and ends the
afternoon of April 27, 2005.
Registration
REGISTRATION FEE: The course fee is $450 per person and includes all course
materials and lunches on April 25, 26, and 27. Accommodations are not
included in the fee. 50% of course fees are refundable up to March 10,
2006. No refund after March 10, 2006.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Completed registration forms with full payment must
be received no later than February 10, 2006. Class size is limited to 40
participants and will be filled on a first-paid basis. Early registration
is strongly recommended.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS: **IMPORTANT: Enrollment is confirmed upon RECEIPT
of payment only**.
WSWS will be accepting credit card payment for the short course through
PayPal online beginning in October. You must contact Melissa Brown for a
registration number before paying with a credit card.
ü MAIL: Print and complete the form below and return it with
your check or PayPal receipt to WSWS, Noxious Weed Management Short
Course Registration; PO Box 1385; Helena, MT 59624.
ü EMAIL: Complete the form below electronically and return it
with your PayPal receipt via email to writemlb at yahoo.ca.
ü FAX: Complete the form below and send it with your PayPal
receipt via fax to 406/558 4569.
ü PHONE: Call 406/558 4568.
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