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Registration Now Open For 6th West Branch Susquehanna Restoration Symposium
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The 6th West Branch Susquehanna Restoration Symposium, hosted by Trout Unlimited and the West Branch Susquehanna Restoration Coalition, will take place at the Ramada Conference Center in State College on April 27 and 28.
The purpose of the West Branch Susquehanna Restoration Symposium is to promote the cleanup of abandoned mine drainage throughout the West Branch Susquehanna watershed. This event serves as a forum for the exchange of ideas and information regarding AMD abatement in the region and provides an excellent opportunity for networking among volunteers, policymakers, technical experts, students, and others interested in restoring land and water impacted by AMD.
The first day of the Symposium will kick off with a keynote address by John Arway, Executive Director of the Fish and Boat Commission. John Stefanko, Deputy Secretary of DEP’s Office of Active and Abandoned Mine Operations, and Kelly Heffner, DEP Deputy Secretary for Water Management, will then be speaking about Utilization of AMD in Well Development for Natural Gas Extraction.
They will be followed by speakers from various state agencies, universities, non-profits, and other conservation organizations, who will offer a variety of presentations about new uses for AMD, innovative ideas for treatment, and much more.
The second day will offer two options. The first option is a tour of AMD treatment systems. The tour will leave from the Ramada and head to the recently completed Lancashire #15 active treatment plant in the headwaters of the West Branch.
Participants will then enjoy lunch along the shore of Glendale Lake at Prince Gallitzin State Park. After lunch participants will tour the Glasgow treatment system in the Clearfield Creek sub-watershed. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, but space is limited so register early.
The second option is a workshop for educators. This workshop will provide teachers with a brand new AMD curriculum geared toward middle and high school students and a hands-on learning experience that they can take back to their classroom. Teachers can earn six ACT 48 credit hours. Breakfast, lunch and training materials will be provided.
To view the full agenda, download the registration form and get more details visit the Restoration Symposium webpage. Be sure to register before April 6th to avoid a late fee. If you have any questions, contact Trout Unlimited by sending email to: info@wbsrc.org or call 570-748-4901.
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3/5/2012 |
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