Conferences and Other Educational Opportunities
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Natural Resources Communication Workshop
The Natural Resources Communication Workshop, sponsored by the Western Section of The Wildlife Society, will be held at California State University, Chico from January 9-13, 2012. The week-long workshop is designed to help natural resource workers more effectively communicate with general as well as technical audiences through personal presentations using good visual aids, especially computer-generated PowerPoint images. Since many of the problems in natural resources management are people-oriented, more effective communication can significantly improve many management programs.
The hands-on workshop is practical-oriented and enhances participants' communication skills in planning, preparing, presenting, and evaluating presentations. A variety of topics are covered including selecting communication strategies for specific audiences, creating computer-generated graphics, avoiding PowerPoint presentation "pitfalls," and handling equipment problems. A special session entitled "Verbal Victories" provides hints for handling difficult, or even hostile, audiences.Participants in the 2012 workshop will not only learn professional tips for using PowerPoint, but also will gain exposure to Photoshop Elements (a great digital photo editing and cataloging program).
The workshop's instructor is Dr. Jon Hooper, a Certified Interpretive Trainer (CIT) and Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) who has taught communication workshops for over 35 years in locations around the country. He holds degrees in environmental communication and wildlife ecology. Dr. Hooper will be assisted by Ms. Kim Rubin, who has experience as a tour guide and environmental interpreter. She has 11 years experience facilitating the Natural Resources Communication Workshop. Both Jon and Kim are members of NAI.
The initial deadline for applications is October 28, 2011 (Friday). Late applications are accepted (such applicants will become participants if the workshop is not yet full; otherwise, they will be placed on a waiting list in case of cancellations). The tentative registration fee is $749. The workshop is limited to 16 participants. Since more applicants usually apply than there are spaces available, the registration fee is not due until an applicant has been officially accepted into the workshop (this occurs shortly after the October 28 deadline).
Applying for the workshop is easy. On letterhead, applicants should describe: (1) their current position within their agency/organization, (2) how they would use the training, (3) any special reasons why they feel they should be chosen as a participant, and (4) if they already have official agency/organization approval to attend. Applicants should include their address, phone number, fax number, and email address with their application. Submit applications to: Dr. Jon K. Hooper, Dept. Recreation and Parks Management, Calif. State University, Chico, CA 95929-0560. For more information, contact Jon by calling (530) 898-5811, faxing (530) 898-6557, or e-mailing jhooper@csuchico.edu.
Other Events in Region 9
January
Marshall Gold Discovery Park, Coloma; call (530) 295-2162.
February
American Indian Antique & Ethnographics Art Show and Sale. Marin Center Exhibition Hall, San Rafael.
The California Association of Museums Conference; visit www.calmuseums.org.
March
Living History Day Sutter's Fort; call (916) 445-4422.
The California Parks Conference; visit www.cspra.com.
California and Pacific Southwest Recreation and Park Training Conference; visit www.cprs.org.
The Society for California Archaeology will hold its annual meeting; visit www.scahome.org.
April
The Organization of American Historians will hold its annual meeting; visit www.oah.org.
Living History Day Sutter's Fort; call (916) 445-4422.
Petaluma Adobe Sheep Shearing Day 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM; call (707) 762-4871.
Pioneer/ Mountain Man Traders Faire, Sutter's Fort; call (916) 445-4422.
Heritage Garden Planting Day, Wool Day at Wilder Ranch State Park; call (831) 426-0505.
Tres Pinos Rendezvous Hollister; call (408) 265-0909.
The National Council for History Education annual conference; visit www.nche.net.
The National Council on Public History annual meeting; visit www.ncph.org.
May
Olompali Heritage Day, Olompali SHP; call (415) 892-3383.
Petaluma Adobe Living History; call (707) 762-4871.
Dana Adobe, Nipomo; call Russ at (805) 474-6438.
Civil War Event Roaring Camp Felton.
The Western Association of Women Historians annual conference; visit www.wawh.org.
June
Columbia SHP Gold Rush event, participation requirements apply; call (209) 588-9128.
San Juan Bautista Early Days & Victorian Ball (Saturday); call (831) 623-4881.
The Conference of California Historical Societies annual meeting; visit www.californiahistorian.com.
July
Living History Day in Old Monterey; call (831) 649-7118.
Civil War event at Duncan Mills.
Native American Big Time at Kule Loklo Point Reyes National Seashore.
Fort Ross Heritage Day; call (707) 847-4777.
'1909' Old Fashioned Independence Day, Wilder Ranch State Park; call (831) 426-0505.
August
Roaring Camp Mountain Man Rendezvous, Felton; call (408) 265-0909.
September
Rancho Days, Sanchez Adobe, Pacifica; call (650) 359-1462.
The California Council of History Education Annual Conference.
October
Fiesta Fandango Dance at Petaluma Adobe; call (707) 762-4871.
Coloma Gold Rush Live, Marshall Gold Discovery Park, Coloma; call (530) 622-3470.
Old Mill Days at Old Bale Mill in Calistoga; call (707) 942-4575.
Fort Ross Apple Harvest Festival; call (707) 847-4777.
Tres Pinos Rendezvous Hollister; call (408) 265-0909.
October-Heritage Harvest Festival, Wilder Ranch State Park; call (831) 426-0505.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation national preservation conference; visit www.nthp.org.
The Western Museums Association annual conference; visit www.westmuse.org.
The Oral History Association annual meeting; visit www.alpha.dickson.edu/oha/.
November
Victorian Ball, Sonora; call (209) 586-2497.
Sutter's Fort Pioneer Demonstration Day & Evening Candlelight Tour; call (916) 445-4422.
Pico Ranch Thanksgiving Gathering (Invitation Only).
The National Association for Interpretation workshop; visit www.interpnet.com.
December
Columbia SHP Lamplight tour.
Christmas at the Adobes in Monterey; call (831) 649-7118.
Pioneer Christmas at Old Bale Mill in Calistoga; call (707) 942-4575.
Holidays on the Ranch, Wilder Ranch State Park; call (831) 426-0505.