02-01-2007, 11:23 AM
Don’t miss the Massachusetts Turtle Symposium to be held on February 23 & 24 at the UMass Amherst Campus Center. Of special interest to landowners and managers, teachers, and naturalists; this symposium is designed to provide information for the novice and expert alike. The keynote speaker on Friday evening February 23 will be David Carroll, author, artist and MacArthur Award Winner. Experts from across the state, including staff from MassWildlife, will share current information on turtle biology, conservation and management issues. Find out more about turtles and what can be done to help turtles in the classroom, on conservation property or your own land. Professional credits available. Funding for this symposium was made possible in part by MassWildlife’s Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program. Registration deadline is February 16, registrations received after the 16th will require an additional fee. Further information and registration materials are available on line at the Athol Bird and Nature Club website: [url "http://www.millersriver.net/turtles"][size 2]www.millersriver.net/turtles[/size][/url][size 2].[/size]
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