Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conference and Training September 22nd-26th, 2019 YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park CO sites.warnercnr.colostate.edu/pathways
Call for Papers! It is a pleasure to invite you to the Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conference and Training, organized by The Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources at Colorado State University and the Human Dimensions Branch of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The conference will take place at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado from September 22nd-26th, 2019. About the Conference Pathways is an international conference and training program focused on bringing together practitioners and researchers to discuss the myriad of issues that arise when humans and wildlife struggle to coexist sustainably. Since its inaugural launch in 2008, Pathways has gained a reputation as being one of the leading conferences on the human dimensions of wildlife management in the world, regularly attracting scientists from across +30 different countries and practitioners from both agencies and NGOs. Now on its 8th iteration, Pathways will return to its flagship location in Estes Park Colorado for the 2019 conference and training. Special Sessions and Plenaries We are excited to announce that the 2019 conference will include a special, 2-hour Plenary Symposium on the hot topic of Wolf Reintroduction in Colorado. The following talks have been confirmed: * Introducing the Idea of Wolf Reintroduction in Colorado Speaker: Mike Phillips, Rocky Mountain Wolf Project * The Other Side of the Table: Concerns with Wolf Reintroduction * Lessons Learning from Working on the Ground with Ranchers on Wolf Management * Social-Psychological Perspectives on Wolf Reintroduction * Economic Perspectives on Wolf Reintroduction Conference Theme The overall theme for the 2019 conference and training is Transient or Transformative: Does Human Dimensions Matter? With this theme we hope to take reflective step back to assess where Human Dimensions stands in its integration into management policy, whether we have achieved our desired goals…and if not—how do we? Topics of Interest Special consideration will be given to abstracts concerning the following topics of interest: * Predator Control * Trophy Hunting * Wolf Reintroduction Other topics of interest include: * The Impact of Human Dimensions in Wildlife Management * Social Science Integration into Conservation Management * Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Re-Engagement * Managing Stakeholder Expectations and Engagement Process * Human Dimensions Communication and Education * Managing Human-Wildlife Conflict * Managing Endangered Species * Coupled Socio-Ecological Systems * Institutional, Governance and Legal Requirements for Human-Wildlife Coexistence and Management of Recreational Fisheries Guide for Authors The deadline to submit Organized Sessions/Symposia (90 and 120-minute format) is February 15th. The deadline to submit Individual Abstracts and Posters is March 15th, 2019. Authors are limited to one submission, though can be listed as a non-presenting co-author on an unlimited number of other submissions. The word limit per abstract is <300 words. To submit your abstract, please click on the following link: https://pathways2019.exordo.com Important Dates Organized Session Deadline: February 15th, 2019 Individual Abstract/Poster Deadline: March 15th, 2019 Notification of Acceptance: May 1st, 2019 Deadline for Final Submission of Revised Papers: May 22nd, 2019 Organizing Committee Conference Co-Chairs— Michael J. Manfredo Professor and Head, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Colorado State University Jerry Vaske Professor, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Colorado State University Natalie Sexton Human Dimensions Branch Chief U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuge System Natural Resource Program Center Conference Director— Claire M. Nitsche Event Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Colorado State University Conference Organizer— Wesley White Communications Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Colorado State University For any enquires regarding the program, please contact claire.nits...@colostate.edu<mailto:claire.nits...@colostate.edu>. For all general inquiries, please contact wcnr_hdnr_pathw...@mail.colostate.edu<mailto:wcnr_hdnr_pathw...@mail.colostate.edu>. We look forward to seeing you at the Pathways 2019: Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conference and Training Program! Best Regards, Claire M. Nitsche Conference Director, Pathways 2019 Event Coordinator, Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Colorado State University
