GLIN==> Sick of massive mats of algal blooms? So are we, so join us on November 6th & 7th

Sick of seeing massive mats of algal blooms in Lake Erie, which impact humans and wildlife alike?  If so, don't miss your chance to learn about the efforts underway to curb these nutrients and partake in a lively discussion on what more can be done!

Join us for the next Lake Erie LaMP Public Forum on November 6th & 7th in Erie, PA.  Limited scholarships are available so don't wait, register today!

Lake Erie Management Plan Public Forum 2009
The Fight Against Phosphorous
The Lake Erie Lakewide Management Plan (LaMP) is a collaboration between the United States, Canada, and many watershed groups, scientists, local officials, and water enthusiasts. Join us at this public forum for workshops and discussions about improving water quality, wildlife habitat, biodiversity, and recreational/ educational opportunities in Lake Erie watersheds.
When & Where
November 6 & 7, 2009

Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center
7794 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
(877) 866-3445

Visit their website at www.AmbassadorErie.com<http://www.AmbassadorErie.com>.
Cost

 *   $75 per person
 *   To register groups of 5 or more, contact us at (614) 487-7506.

Cost includes Friday lunch and dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch, one-night lodging (double-occupancy), film screening of "The Mysteries of the Great Lakes," and materials.

To book a single-occupancy room, you must contact the hotel directly.
Forum Topics
Friday, November 6

 *   Presentation on the Local Region, Dr. Jim Bissell, Cleveland Museum of Natural History
 *   Outline of U.S. LaMP activities, Dan O'Riordan, USEPA
 *   Outline of Canadian LaMP Activities & Issues, Sandra George, Environment Canada
 *   Overview of the Nutrient Management Task Group, Sandra George, Environment Canada
 *   Ohio's Effort to Review Phosphorous Loading from All Sources, Gail Hesse, OEPA
 *   Recent Trends in Nutrient Loading to Lake Erie, Dr. David Baker, Heidelberg College
 *   Evening screening of "The Mysteries of the Great Lakes" at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center
Saturday, November 7

 *   Presentation on Lake Erie's Areas of Concern, Matt Doss, Great Lakes Commission
 *   Contributions of Nutrients and Other Contaminants from Livestock Operations, Lynn Henning, Sierra Club, Michigan Chapter
 *   Overview of Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, Dan O'Riordan, USEPA
 *   Moving Ideas to Action, U.S. Congresswoman Kathy Dahlkemper (D-3), Pennsylvania, (invited)
Registration
Three easy ways to register!

Online
   Click here<http://www.theoec.org/LaMP09_register.htm> for our secure online process

Fax
   Download this form<http://www.theoec.org/PDFs/water/LaMP_090_brochure_online.pdf> and fax with credit card info to (614) 487-7510

Mail
   Download this form<http://www.theoec.org/PDFs/water/LaMP_090_brochure_online.pdf> and mail with check payable to:
   Ohio Environmental Council
   1207 Grandview Avenue, Suite 201
   Columbus, OH, 43212

Questions?
   Contact the OEC at (614) 487-7506 or EventRegistration at theOEC.org<mailto:EventRegistration at theOEC.org>.


Kristy Meyer, M.S.
Director of Agriculture & Clean Water Programs
Ohio Environmental Council
1207 Grandview Ave., Ste. 201
Columbus, OH 43212
Direct Phone: (614) 487-5842
OEC Phone: (614) 487-7506
Kristy at theOEC.org
Twitter.com/AgWaterKristy<http://www.twitter.com/AgWaterKristy>
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Join the OEC and water advocates from around the state for the 2009 Clean Water Conference, October 2-3 in Mt. Sterling. Tickets are on sale now; group rates available! Click here<http://www.theoec.org/CWC09.htm> for details.

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