The Rights-of-Way as Habitat Working Group will host a webinar to discuss our initial review of the proposed rule and considerations for the Monarch CCAA.

Moving Beyond Reed Canary Grass Thursday, December 19, 2024 12:00PM-1:00PM CST Dense reed canary grass can pose a difficult challenge for managers looking to restore wetlands and floodplain forests. In this webinar, learn about current research and management efforts that go beyond just herbicide treatments and incorporate ecological approaches to make progress toward long-term restoration.  …

We look forward to seeing you in Washington, DC, for the 104th TRB Annual Meeting on January 5–9, 2025. The meeting program covers all transportation modes, with sessions and workshops addressing topics of interest to policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions. Register Now! Rates increase after January 2. The full …

Solar with Wildlife and Ecosystem Benefits 2 (SolWEB2) NOFO Webinar January 9, 2025 2:00-3:00 PM CST Register Now!

Corridors, Connectivity, & Crossings Conference January 14-16, 2025 Palm Springs, California, USA Scientists, practitioners, and policymakers will share up-to-date research and technical know-how relating to wildlife migration and landscape connectivity conservation, while addressing policy innovations that confront challenges in the field. The event will feature experts and leaders from states, Tribes, federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, …

The 85th Midwest Fish & Wildlife Conference will be hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation, and is scheduled to be held January 19 - 22, 2025 in St. Louis, Missouri at the Hyatt Regency at the Arch (315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO 63102)​. We hope to see you there! ​​ The conference attracts up to 1,000 biologists and …

Exploring the Potential Environmental Effects of Offshore Wind Energy in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico January 23, 2025 11:oo AM- 1:00 PM CST On Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 9:00-11:00 AM PST, the SEER team is hosting a free, public webinar, \"Exploring the Potential Environmental Effects of Offshore Wind Energy in the U.S. Gulf of …

Monarch Butterfly Conservation on Department of Defense Lands January 28, 2025 1:00 -2:00 PM CST Presented by Stephanie Hertz, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, and Mercy Manzanares, Monarch Joint Venture. Register Now!

Western Monarch Count announcement January 30, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Join the Xerces Society\'s western monarch team for the highly anticipated announcement of Fall 2024 monarch count tallies! Every year since 1997, community scientists and conservation professionals have joined forces via the Western Monarch Count (WMC) to survey overwintering western monarchs and their habitats. Surveys …

Joint Meeting of TWS and AFW of NM and AZ February 6-8, 2025 Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA The NM Chapter TWS will be hosting the 2025 Joint Annual Meeting (JAM) on February 6-8th, 2025. The JAM will be hosted at The Clyde Hotel in downtown Albuquerque, NM. The theme of this year’s JAM conference will be “Renewable Energy and …

Getting into the Weeds: Sorting out the details of soil conditions & management considerations February 12, 2025 11:00 AM CT Understanding soils – what they are, how they function, how they degrade, and how to steward them back to health – empowers restoration professionals to design and implement more resilient and self-sustaining ecosystem restoration projects. …

UAA Webinar: Evaluating the use of eDNA as a monitoring technique for pollinators on rights-of-way March 19, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT Utility Rights-of-Way (ROW) comprise significant landholdings in the U.S. and may serve as important habitat for pollinators. Pollinators are typically surveyed on ROWs using traditional techniques such as trapping or visual …

NAPPC Transportation Pollinator Habitat Webinar February 18, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT Join the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) for this free upcoming webinar to learn about the ins and outs of managing pollinator habitat on transportation lands. Cassondra Cruikshank from the KYTC will provide an …

Digging In: Getting down and dirty into soil management and remediation techniques February 19, 2025 11:00 AM Understanding soils – what they are, how they function, how they degrade, and how to steward them back to health – empowers restoration professionals to design and implement more resilient and self-sustaining ecosystem restoration projects. This series of …

In the Right Hands: How trust-based funding practices can advance conservation & stewardship February 20, 2025 12:00 PM CT Join us for the screening of a short film, produced by Trees, Water, & People, entitled, In the Right Hands: Trusting Community to Guide Philanthropy. Following the film trailer, we will invite a panel bringing funder, …

The Butterfly (and Bumble Bee) Effect: Voluntary Conservation for At-Risk Species February 25, 2025 1:00-2:00 PM CST Presented by Caroline Hernandez, Sustainable Landscapes Program, University of Illinois Chicago. Register Now!

Using Modeling to Understand the Cohabitation of Desert Tortoise & Solar February 25, 2025  1:00 PM CT This first webinar will discuss the desert modeling effort and speak about the importance of thermal ecology for understanding the cohabitation of desert tortoise and solar. Register Here!

Covering Common Ground: Soil management plan components & how to put it all together Feburary 26, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Understanding soils – what they are, how they function, how they degrade, and how to steward them back to health – empowers restoration professionals to design and implement more resilient and self-sustaining ecosystem …

Wild Things: 2025 Conference Saturday, March 1, 2025 Rosemont, Illinois, USA The Wild Things conference is a celebration of nature, wildlife, ecosystem restoration, birding, botanizing, networking, and discovery – from the lowly mushroom to the high-flying falcon. The conservation community comes together to learn from each other and the best experts, and enjoys a day …

11th International IPM Symposium 2025 Monday, March 3 - Thursday, March 6, 2025 Paradise Point, San Diego The 11th International IPM Symposium is the premier global event for presenting and learning about the latest IPM advancements in agriculture, communities, and natural areas. The theme for 2025 is “Pest Management in Changing Environments.” Session proposals may address …

Prescribed Fire for Forest Management Series March 5, 2025 12:30 PM CT Foresters and land managers have many management tools at their disposal. A tool that’s often overlooked is prescribed fire. Prescribed fire for forest management is important for ecosystem health, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat, forest health, and disease control. Join us for insightful discussions …

Future locations of the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference March 9-14, 2025 Louisville, Kentucky, USA Conference attendees include the administrators of federal, state and provincial wildlife and other natural resource agencies, college and university program leaders, heads of leading private conservation organizations, and other managers, scientists, researchers, officials and students of natural resources. …

People–Plants–Place: Blending Ecology, Beauty, and Spirit March 17-21, 2025 Valhalla, New York, United States Land stewards of today are recognizing the value of traditional cultural practices to manage gardens and landscapes that are resilient and beneficial to wildlife and people. These methods, along with native plants, sustain life as well as enhance physical and spiritual …

Grasslands Habitat: Balancing Conservation and Sustainable Management March 20, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT Join this webinar with grasslands experts as they discuss the background, implementation, and management of native grassland and wildflower prairies. Topics covered will include planning and planting for a successful ecosystem, seed selection and where to source your seeds, …

March Science Seminar: Working with Plants to Heal and Protect Lake Superior Shorelines March 24, 2025 12:00-1:00PM CST Some of Lake Superior’s shorelines are experiencing erosion due to storms and changing water levels, but humans have an opportunity to help. A new report, Ganawenindiwag (which means “they take care of each other” in Ojibwemowin), is designed to …

California Seed Strategy Regional Working Group Webinar March 25, 2025 12:00 PM CT This webinar will inform, inspire, and connect on seeds across California by highlighting some exceptional projects across the state. Here is the lineup: South Western - Orange County Native Seed Partnership - Matt Garrambone Sierra Nevada - Post-Fire Seeding Using Provisional Seed …

Grasslands Ecology 101: Disturbance Ecology March 25, 2025 1:00-2:00 PM CST Presented by Monarch Joint Venture Habitat Program Staff. Register Now!

Integrating Land-Water Planning in the Great Lakes Basin - Midwest Conservation Blueprint Overview and Great Lakes Process Discussion March 25, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT Participants will have the opportunity to (1) learn more about the Midwest Conservation Blueprint, and (2) provide feedback on the proposed process to extend the existing prioritization to …

ERC  - What\'s the Buzz About? A New Bumble Bee Conservation Agreement  Wednesday, March 26, 2025 11:00 AM CST The Energy Resources Center (ERC) is expanding its industry-leading conservation efforts with a new agreement that improves biodiversity across the energy and transportation sectors. The Bumble Bee Conservation Benefit Agreement (CBA) supports pollinator conservation while helping participating …

Energy Landscapes: The Potential of Transmission Corridors for Recreation, Resilience, and Ecology April 9, 2025 12:00PM CDT Join us as panelists share new thinking and case study examples of multifunctional transmission line corridors from three distinct but integrated perspectives: recreational use, wildfire resilience, and ecosystem restoration and management. The webinar will begin with a brief …

Building a Nature-Positive Future: Nature Strategy Accelerator Program April 10, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CDT Join this webinar with nature strategy experts from the Tandem Global Consulting team as they discuss the Nature Strategy Accelerator Program, a unique and exclusive opportunity for businesses seeking to speed up the development of a credible corporate …

Siting & Permitting Conference: Built to Power April 14-16, 2025 Seattle, Washington, USA Getting projects off the ground is becoming more and more challenging. At ACP’s expanded Siting & Permitting Conference, previously known as the Siting & Environmental Compliance Conference, industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders convene to collaborate on challenges, best practices and solutions. Save …