SREF Newsletter (09/02/2006-09/19/2006)

The Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) recently published a new food plot book entitled "Quality Food Plots, Your Guide to Better Deer and Better Deer Hunting". ...(Read More)

First Call for Papers: Opens September 4, closes December 1 2006, with notification by December 20, 2006. Earlier notification of paper acceptance can be made on request. ...(Read More)

It is our pleasure to announce the Call for Papers of the 15th European Biomass Conference & Exhibition - From Research to Market Deployment - to be held from the 7th to the 11th of May 2007, at the International Congress Center (ICC Berlin) in Berlin, Germany, hosted by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) on the occasion of the German Presidency of the European Union. ...(Read More)

On behalf of Auburn Universitys Center for Forest Sustainability and the USFS Southern Center for Wildland-Urban Interfaces Research and Information, I am pleased to formally announce the Call for Abstracts for our second Emerging Issues conference, to be held at the Sheraton Atlanta April 9-12, 2007. ...(Read More)

The Forest Restoration Information Service is being developed by the UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre (WCMC) with support from the UK Forestry Commission, DFID and the School of H.M. King William III and H.M. Queen Emma of the Netherlands Foundation in collaboration with a range of NGOs. ...(Read More)

The Request for Nominations letter seeking candidates to serve on the National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council will be mailed early next week. ...(Read More)

The National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council (NUCFAC) received 104 pre-proposals in response to the 2007 Challenge Cost-Share Grant Program. ...(Read More)

The Bugwood Network announces the availability of Bark and Wood Boring Beetles of The World. This website features over 4,000 images and information on over 400 species of economically important beetles that feed on the cambium layer or wood of living or recently killed trees and shrubs. ...(Read More)

The Woods in Your Backyard promotes the stewardship of small parcels of land for the personal enjoyment of the owners and improved environmental quality for society. This book is geared towards owners of 1-10 acres of land that is forested or has unmowed natural areas and to owners interested in turning mowed lawn area into a forest. ...(Read More)

Mr Pohlman is a new Forestry / Natural Resource Agent in Edgefield County for Clemson Extension. ...(Read More)

Kelley is a graduate of Oregon State University with a Masters Degree in Forest Resources and has a wealth of experience with state and private natural resources agencies. ...(Read More)

Sarah Ashton, a recent graduate of Virginia Tech (Masters of Science degree in Forest Science) has accepted a position with the Southern Forest Biomass Training Initiative. ...(Read More)

The 2006 Henry Hardtner Award recipient is well-known and respected for providing excellent forest landowner technical assistance and forest management education over the last 28 years. ...(Read More)

09/24/2006 - 09/27/2006
Stevens Point, WI The OAK 2006 IUFRO Conference: ADVANCES IN THE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF OAK SILVICULTURE AND GENETICS will be held at Stevens Point, Wisconsin from September 21-30, 2006. This Conference is a joint meeting of two IUFRO Working Groups, 1.01.06 Ecology and Silviculture of Oaks and 2.08.05 Genetics of Quercus. ...(Read More)

09/26/2006 - 09/27/2006
Auburn, Alabama The Information Management section is planning FIA data workshops across the region. The goal is to facilitate access to FIA data on the web and to inform users of current FIA data request guidelines and privacy laws. Session topics will include: Data Request Procedure Spatial Data Services Privacy Laws Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) FIA Data Mart: Download Files Snapshot_FIADB NIMS_FIADB RPA Summary DB (shapefiles) Forest Inventory Mapmaker 2.1 Standard Tables Custom Tables Create Maps Timber Product Output (TPO) SRS TPO Reports National TPO Reports RPA TPO Tablemaker SOLE: Southern On Line Estimator FIA Publications Hardcopy availability Electronic publications available on SRS website Locations and Dates: Knoxville, TN July 19, 2006 Hot Springs, AR August 1, 2006 (prior to SREF conference) ...(Read More)

10/10/2006 - 10/12/2006
St. Louis, MO Registration is now open for Advancing Renewable Energy: An American Rural Renaissance, a national renewable energy conference that will be hosted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on October 10-12, 2006, at Americas Center in St. Louis, Missouri. ...(Read More)

10/10/2006 - 10/13/2006
Charleston, SC Research into the intensive management of fast growing plantations has demonstrated impressive opportunities to improve the productivity and profitability of forest ma! nagement. In several places around the globe, including the U.S. South, this enhanced productivity has transformed forestry. ...(Read More)

10/12/2006 - 10/15/2006
Nashville, TN Each year the National Land Conservation Conference unites land conservationists to:Learn how federal legislation will dramatically change your ability to do land conservation.Connect with your colleagues at the sessions, networking events, and field trips and build a community of professional friendships that will last a lifetime.Hear a keynote address by environmentalist Bill McKibben, noted author and former staffer for The New Yorker.Advance your knowledge and renew your spirit by attending our 100+ content-rich seminars and workshops presented by the top conservation leaders in the country. ...(Read More)

10/19/2006 - 10/22/2006
Mobile, Alabama The 13th Annual National Tree Farmer Convention is just around the corner, and you are receiving this email because of your history of attendance and support of the American Tree Farm System. Because your support is so important to us, we want you to be the first to receive information on this years convention. This years convention is shaping up to be the biggest and best to date, taking place October 19-22 in Mobile, Alabama. For the first time, the convention will be opened up to those outside of the Tree Farm program; ...(Read More)

10/23/2006 - 10/27/2006
Campos dos Goytacazes, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil The VI Brazilian Congress of Agroforestry Systems (VI CBSAF) will take place between October 23-27, 2006, in Campos dos Goytacazes, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil, organized by Universidade Estadual do Norte Fluminense Darcy Ribeiro (UENF) and promoted by the Brazilian Society of Agroforestry Systems (SBSAF).The theme of the VI CBSAF is "Agroforestry Systems: scientific bases for sustainable development". This theme will be discussed in three conferences and 24 lectures by researches from Brazil and abroad.The VI CBSAF is an important meeting of agroforestry science in Brazil to discuss the scientific and technological knowledge advances and to suggest resolution of socioeconomic and ecological problems and to help the organization agribusiness of agroforestry products. ...(Read More)

10/25/2006 - 10/29/2006
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Who Should Attend: Consultants, Private Industry, Government, Researchers, Students, and Academics – This is the premier professional forestry and natural resources event of the year! Highlights: Cutting-edge forest science relevant to practical applications in the field Case studies and success stories on practical application of science Adaptive management examples from forest practitioners On-the-ground workshops will provide learning and exchanges to a broad range of interest Participants will take home information to improve interaction with clients, constituents, and employers, and to improve their ability to manage resources. ...(Read More)

10/25/2006 - 10/27/2006
Freiburg, Germany Dear colleague,Knowledge is the pivotal resource in business, administration and strategic management - and the exchange of knowledge in a community of experts is one of the major tasks for a sustainable, future-proof forest management in forestry. The international conference forestXchange wants to meet this challenge.We have the pleasure to invite you to the international conference forestXchange - new approaches in knowledge managementin Freiburg, Germany, October 25th - 27th 2006.The conference is organised in co-operation of:- Forest Research Institute of Baden-Württemberg, Germany (FVA)- Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow & Landscape Research (WSL)- Federal Research and Training Centre for Forests, Natural Hazards & Landscape (BFW)- Bavarian Forest Institute ...(Read More)

11/02/2006 - 11/04/2006
Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC ArborGen LLC, The Forest Landowners Association, Dougherty & Dougherty Forestry Services and MeadWestvaco proudly invites you to their meeting "Varietal Forestry and Progressive Silviculture: The Keysto Unlocking Your Forestlands True Potential." For the first time ever, landowners will: See how the performance of elite genetics can influence growth, yield, and stem quality. Gain insight into the silviculture required to permit elite genetic material to express its full value on private land. View potential mass control pollinated and varietal selections specifically available for planting on your own land. ...(Read More)

Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
Deadline: 09/25/2006
This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position at the GCREC with responsibilities in teaching (70% College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and research (30% Florida Agricultural Experiment Station). This assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Tenure will accrue in the School of Forest Resources and Conservation (SFRC). The selected applicant is expected to provide leadership for a new undergraduate program at the GCREC leading to the B.S. ...(Read More)

Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, University of Florida
Deadline: 09/25/2006
This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position at the FLREC with responsibilities in teaching (70% College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and research (30% Florida Agricultural Experiment Station). This assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Tenure will accrue in the School of Forest Resources and Conservation (SFRC). The selected applicant is expected to provide leadership for a new undergraduate program at the FLREC leading to the B.S. ...(Read More)

NC Forestry Foundation, Inc.
Deadline: 09/30/2006
The North Carolina Forestry Foundation, Inc. (NCFF) seeks applications for the full-time position, Hofmann Forest Manager. The Hofmann Forest Manager, reporting to the Executive Director of NCFF, will be responsible for the overall coordination, supervision, and implementation of all land management activities on the 80,000 Hofmann Forest located near Jacksonville, NC within the strategic vision provided by the NCFF. The successful applicant will have a minimum of ten years of silvicultural and forest management experience and at least a BS degree in forestry. ...(Read More)

University of Idaho
Deadline: 09/30/2006
In concert with the college dean and department heads, the development director defines fundraising priorities according to the strategic plans of the University and college, and develops an annual fundraising plan based upon these priorities. The primary focus will be on the identification and solicitation of major gifts of $25,000 and above from individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations. Secondary focus will be strengthening the overall fundraising program of the college, including communications and marketing, events, stewardship, annual giving, President’s Circle membership, and planned giving. The director will also supervise a development coordinator or an assistant director of development and additional support staff as needed. ...(Read More)

University of Kentucky
Deadline: 10/01/2006
The initial appointment will be approximately 70% research, 30% teaching. Desirable areas of research include, but are not limited to, silviculture, ecophysiology, and/or soil science. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded, nationally recognized research program as demonstrated by success in research grantsmanship, publications in leading refereed journals, and graduate student recruitment and training. ...(Read More)

University of Kentucky
Deadline: 10/01/2006
Responsibilities: Initial appointment is 70% research, 30% teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program employing qualitative and quantitative methods on forestry/natural resource policy-making processes. Issues of relevance include policy aspects of conservation, management, and stewardship on both public and private lands. Indications of a successful research program include research grantsmanship, publication in appropriate peer-reviewed outlets, and recruitment and training of graduate students. ...(Read More)

The University of Montana
Deadline: 10/06/2006
The College of Forestry and Conservation at The University of Montana Missoula seeks an Assistant Professor of Nature-based Tourism and Recreation to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in tourism and recreation management, and to conduct research and outreach with the tourism industry, natural resource agencies, and rural communities. The Department is especially interested in candidates who contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The position will be full-time, nine-month tenure track appointment with approximately 67% teaching and 33% research responsibilities, expected to begin spring or fall semester 2007. ...(Read More)

North Carolina State University
Deadline: 10/15/2006
The primary responsibility of the person in this position is performing national assessments of forest ecosystem health. To accomplish this, the incumbent will serve as the technical coordinator and have primary decision-making responsibility on technical and research aspects in the production of a national forest health assessment document. The incumbent will prepare research proposals, work plans, and conduct original research in landscape ecology, quantitative forest ecology, and applied statistics. The research will include extending existing theory, developing and applying appropriate analytical techniques, testing hypothesis, reporting results in a suitable venue, and implementing new findings in national assessments. ...(Read More)

University of Minnesota
Deadline: 10/15/2006
Tenure-track, 9-month (B-term), full-time appointment with responsibilities for teaching (50%) and research (50%). The position is in the Department of Forest Resources and located on the St. Paul Campus. ...(Read More)

University of Washington
Deadline: 10/31/2006
The College of Forest Resources at the University of Washington invites applications for a tenure track appointment (100% FTE, nine month appointment) in Natural Resource Economics at the assistant professor level beginning Fall 2007. The College of Forest Resources is focused on the stewardship of natural and managed environments and the sustainable use of products and services, and we seek a broadly trained economist with a Ph.D. in natural resource economics, agricultural economics, or a related area. ...(Read More)

University of Missouri-Columbia
Deadline: 10/31/2006
MUs Department of Forestry seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in watershed science or forest hydrology. The successful applicant will teach at least one undergraduate and one graduate level course in his/her specialty, as well as participate in the summer Forestry Field Studies program. The candidate will contribute to one or more ongoing research efforts of the department in forest ecosystem management, agroforestry, and landscape ecology, among others. A Ph.D. is required, with at least one degree in Forestry or a comparable area. ...(Read More)

USDA Forest Service
Deadline: 12/12/2006
The USDA Forest Service, Southern Region, will soon advertise a GS-460-12/13 S&PF Regional Silviculturist position located in the Cooperative Forestry Unit, State & Private Forestry, of the Regional Office in Atlanta, GA. The forester has technical responsibility for regional activities involving technology transfer and contacts with scientists, foresters, and land managers who seek knowledge in softwood and hardwood silvilculture, forest management, and related fields. The incumbent serves as a principal assistant to the Staff Director, Cooperative Forestry, Southern Region, with broad responsibilities in silviculture and forest management. ...(Read More)

Deadline: 12/31/2006
The Pacific Northwest Region will be advertising for the position of Western Nursery Specialist, Cooperative Programs, State and Private Forestrywith specific responsibilities across the Western United States (Regions 1thru 6, and 10, including 17 western states and the Pacific Territories,Commonwealths, and Freely Associated States). This is a highly specialized positionthat provides expert advice and consultation, backstopping seasoned nurserypersonnel regarding solutions to critical problems in state, industrial, andprivate nurseries relative to seedling and nursery production and programs.Incumbent also serves as a member of the National Reforestation, Nurseries, andGenetic Resources (RNGR) Team, working across Forest Service deputy areas todevelop and transfer technology and ...(Read More)

Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Inc.
Deadline: 12/31/2006
The Sustainable Forestry Board (SFB) seeks an individual to survey SFI participants and compile information on existing initiatives and resources available for Program Participants to meet SFI requirements related to invasive species. If needed, the project would also include convening a half-day workshop to identify and gather resources from outside the SFI community. The position would also serve as a resource for other SFI biodiversity-related pilot projects related to regional conservation planning and landscape assessments. ...(Read More)

University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry
Deadline: 12/31/2006
Research scientist (12-month non-tenure track faculty, 100% research) in the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry, Forestry Department. University of Missouri, Columbia, MO. ...(Read More)

Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Inc.
Deadline: 12/31/2006
The Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficiency in the day to day operation of SFI Inc and providing support to senior staff, the Board and working committees. This position includes a combination of office administration duties, along with opportunities to become involved in the core work of the SFI Program. The Coordinator reports to the Vice President. ...(Read More)

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Deadline: 01/01/2007
The Faculty of Forest and Natural Resources Management (FNRM) is seeking candidates with demonstrated success in research, education and administration to be Chair and a tenured, calendar-year Professor. Successful candidates must have an earned PhD in Forestry, and/or Natural Resources Management or related field, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. FNRM is in the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY–ESF), a premier educational institution with emphasis on the science, design, engineering, policy and management of natural and built environments. ...(Read More)

USDA Forest Service
Deadline: 01/01/2007
Incumbent provides advice and guidance when interpretation, opinion, ordecisions are solicited. Consultations involve assessment of conditions,phenomena, or anomalies in a physical science area. Participates as apresenter in national and international seminars, conferences, andsymposia relating to fields of expertise in scientific research in areasof natural resource management. ...(Read More)

Oklahoma State University
Deadline: 01/01/2007
This is a full-time, eleven-month, tenure-track position, approximately 65% research and 35% teaching. The research appointment is in the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station (OAES) and the instructional appointment is in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. This position reports directly to the Head of the Department of Forestry. The appointment rank will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate. ...(Read More)

Warner College of Natural Resources, Colorado State University
Deadline: 01/01/2007
The Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University invites nominations and applications for appointment as Director of the Center for Collaborative Conservation (CCC) commencing January 1, 2007. We are seeking candidates with impeccable scholarly credentials, who are dedicated to teaching, research and outreach, and will provide visionary leadership for the College. ...(Read More)