____________________________________________________________ The Central Rockies Chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration and the High Altitude Revegetation Committee 2015 Restoration Conference
March 10-12, 2015 Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado ____________________________________________________________ Call for Abstracts - Due November 28, 2014 ____________________________________________________________ With the broad theme of "High Altitude Restoration Science & Practice," we are seeking high quality oral presentations and posters by practitioners, scientists, land managers, students and policymakers to enhance our understanding of restoration and revegetation in diverse ecosystems using a variety of methods. Technical Sessions Topics * Novel Ecosystems * Complex Projects * Forest Ecosystems * Mining and Energy Development * Invasive Species * Grassland and Shrubland Ecosystems * Wetland/Riparian Ecosystems * Alpine Ecosystems The conference will highlight conventional and innovative techniques ranging from general methods to site-specific approaches. Keynote speakers will provide international, regional, and local perspectives on current topics and methods of restoration ecology. Sessions will be consecutive to provide the opportunity to attend any presentation of interest. Prior to the conference, there will be a half-day workshop on topics of monitoring throughout the restoration process that participants are encouraged to attend. Conference and Workshop Fees * Conference: $200 * CeRSER Members $190 * Single Day Conference: $125 * Student Conference: $50 * Pre-Conference Technical Workshop (details below): $40 Registration opening soon Visit: chapter.ser.org/centralrockies/events/har-cerser-2015/ or www.highaltitudereveg.org for details.
