Conservation Symposium Series
Keeping Current: Stream Ecology, Conservation & Restoration

Friday, September 5, 2008

The Fifth-Annual Conservation Symposium at The Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Presented by The Cleveland Museum of Natural History Conservation Symposium Series

Rivers and streams are the lifeblood of a region’s ecological systems. When they are of high-quality, they help maintain the health of local habitats. Rivers and streams also impact the quality of human life, and are themselves affected by human activity. This year’s symposium will explore what’s going right with the conservation of rivers and streams in our region and what challenges we presently face. Talks will be presented for the layperson with an interest in conservation.

Also featuring breakout sessions on a variety of topics pertaining to stream ecology, including:

• Endangered & Threatened species
• Invasive species
• Watershed conservation
• Riparian corridors
• Dams
• Floods
• Channelization

Conservation Symposium Field Trips

Join us on Thursday afternoon, September 4 and Saturday morning, September 6 for field trips to various locations along the region’s many watersheds. Also on September 4, we will offer an optional daylong workshop on the Headwater Habitat Evaluation Index and an evening cruise on the Cuyahoga River (both events require additional fees).

Conservation Education Award

In conjunction with the Museum’s annual Conservation Symposium, the Museum honors a local teacher involved with conservation education. Nominate a teacher today!

Fees and Information
Fee: $15 per person with registration before August 25, 2008
For more information, call (216) 231-4600 or 1-800-317-9155, ext. 3505.