2002 Florida-Georgia SAF Spring Symposium

Announcement and Registration Information:
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Agenda

Hosted by:

School of Forest Resources and Conservation, The University of Florida
Daniel B. Warnell School of Forest Resources, The University of Georgia
SAF - Florida & Georgia Divisions
Georgia Forestry Commission
Florida Division of Forestry
USDA Forest Service
Regional Extension Forester
Georgia Center for Continuing Education

Slash pine (Pinus elliottii Engelm.) is one of the most important species in the southern pine region. It is favored by many forest managers because of its fast growth and excellent utility for pulp, lumber, poles and even gum naval stores. In those areas where slash pine is concentrated, thousands of jobs and multimillion dollar industries depend on this species.
--From R.M. Sheffield, H.A. Knight, and J.P. McClure, Chapter 1.

Today, 20 years after the original symposium, Slash pine remains an important species. Slash pine research and technology development since has focused on genetics, biotechnology, precision management, intensive management, economics, insect and disease resistance and much more. Forest managers and landowners alike have questions about Slash pine management, researchers, scientists and other practitioners have many of the answers. This symposium will provide the opportunity to bring research and new technologies in touch with foresters and landowners.

In addition, an optional full-day field trip to Yulee, Florida and Rayonier Corporation timberlands will provide participants with an opportunity to look at cutting edge research and field trials in vegetation management, spacing, fertilization, loblolly comparisons, and other cultural practices.

You are invited to attend the 2002 Florida-Georgia SAF Spring Symposium to be held April 23-25, 2002 at the Holiday Inn on Jekyll Island off the Georgia coast.

Located midway between Savannah, GA and Jacksonville, FL, Jekyll Island has miles of beautiful, white sand beaches, 63 holes of championships golf, an indoor/outdoor tennis complex, water fun park, fishing pier, marina, and nature center.

Lodging: A block of rooms has been reserved at the Holiday Inn. Call the hotel directly at 912-635-3311 to reserve your room. Be sure to ask for "Slash Pine Symposium" to get the special $65 rate. The room block will be released on March 22 and higher rates may apply after that.

Registration Fee: The conference registration fee includes refreshment breaks, lunch, reception, and materials. Register by April 9 to receive the early fee of $145. The fee for the field trip is $30 (transportation will be provided).

Continuing Education Credits for Symposium:

• 12 Continuing Forestry Education (CFE) hours in Category 1
• 12 Continuing Logger Education contact hours in Sustainable Forestry
• 12 continuing education hours approved by the Georgia Real Estate Appraisers Board. The Real Estate Commission accepts them.

Continuing Education Credits for Field Trip:

• 3 CFE house in Category 1
• 3 Continuing Logger Education contact hours in Sustainable Forestry
• 3 continuing education hours approved by the Georgia Real Estate Appraisers Board. The Real Estate Commission accepts them.

Questions about the program? Contact Bill Hubbard at 706-542-7813.

Special Needs: If you require special services, facilities, or dietary considerations (vegetarian or otherwise), contact your conference coordinator, Melanie Baer, at 706-542-4643.

Planning Committee

Jill Barbour, USDA Forest Service--Publicity Chair
John Bridges, Hercules International--Chair, Exhibits and Sponsors
Chris Carey, Rayonier Corporation--Chair, Local Arrangements
Steve Chapman, Georgia Forestry Commission--Co-Chair Exhibits
Dave Dickens, The University of Georgia--Program Co-Chair
Mark Frye, The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service
George Hernandez, USDA Forest Service
John Holzaepfel, Natural Resource Planning Services
Bill Hubbard, Southern Regional Extension Forester--Conference Chair
Eric Jokela, The University of Florida--Program Co-Chair
Susan King, The University of Georgia--Registration Chair
Mike Mengak, The University of Georgia
Charlie Marcus, Florida Division of Forestry--Co-Chair Sponsorship
Jarek Nowak, The University of Florida
Larry Thompson, Georgia Forestry Commission