January January 9-10, 2009 Great Lakes Environmental Film Festival Bay City, Michigan This student video competition will showcase environmental improvements and how people have created practical solutions to environmental problems. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to each category winner. Contact: Ziggy Kozicki Phone: 989-450-1451 E-mail:zigpsych@sbcglobal.net
January 14-16, 2009 GLCA/GLASS Conference Traverse City, Michigan The Great Lakes Captains Association and the Great Lakes Association of Science Ships will hold their Industry Days conference January 14-16, 2009. Contact: Jack F. Hodge Jr. Phone: 586-465-4771 E-mail:hodgej@michigan.gov
January 16, 2009 Lake Michigan Beaches: Community Options for Management Oshkosh, Wisconsin The conference will focus on the impact of cladophora on beach water and options for management. Beach managers, state and community leaders and local citizens groups are encouraged to attend. Contact: Greg Kleinheinz Phone: 920-424-1102 E-mail:kleinhei@uwosh.edu
January 19-22, 2009 Latest Developments in Air Modeling Conference Toronto, Ontario This Air & Waste Management Association (A&WMA) conference will examine the most recent advances in air modeling in Canada and the United States. The program is divided into four sessions that cover: what is new and needed in air modeling; combined modeling and monitoring; cumulative effects; and case studies and practical applications. Contact: Megan Gallagher E-mail:mgallagher@awma.org
January 22-23, 2009 Great Lakes Urban Habitat Restoration Symposium Chicago, Illinois The Great Lakes Urban Habitat Restoration Symposium's mission is to restore the Great Lakes urban nearshore and riverine areas. The goals of the symposium include a better understanding of the science and techniques that are available for restoration, increased partnership, and more. Contact: Martha Borie-Wood E-mail:mboriewood@greatlakes.org