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SUMMARY:Finding Refuge: Alaska Refuges's gifts to Your Mind\, Body\, and Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Matt Conner supervises the large diverse visitor services programs of the Kenai Refuge. But this talk is the result of his personal transformation as the result of health concerns. Matt is now a certified personal trainer eager to incorporate health benefits in management activities. He was instrumental in adding outdoor exercise equipment to the Kenai Refuge Multi Use Trail tying the exercises to animal adaptations so that wildlife appreciation and exercise can go hand in hand. We will hear how he has combined his lifelong passion for nature and wildlife with his new found passion for healthy living. Matt will discuss how refuges provide opportunities for healing and health through exercise\, nature immersion and as a source for whole foods and spiritual connection. \n\nMatt is speaking at the Kenai Refuge with watch parties in Anchorage and Homer as well as zoom. Details and zoom link here. https://alaskarefugefriends.org/findingrefuge-3-25/
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/finding-refuge-alaska-refugess-gifts-to-your-mind-body-and-spirit/
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SUMMARY:Capitol Conversations: Swift Changes Happening To The Refuge System— What Does It Mean?
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 122nd birthday of the National Wildlife Refuge System for a special webinar breaking down what’s happening in Washington\, D.C. and what it means for the Refuge System. Desirée Sorenson-Groves\, President & CEO of the National Wildlife Refuge Association will discuss how recent and impending decisions by the new administration and Congress are impacting national wildlife refuges. \nSign Up at https://act.refugeassociation.org/a/webinar-capitol-conversations-spring-2025-gs \nPresenter \n\nDesirée Sorenson-Groves re-joined the Refuge Association in October 2024 as the President and CEO. Her career has been focused on protecting and enhancing the National Wildlife Refuge System\, first as a grassroots organizer for the National Audubon Society\, then as the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Refuge Association. After 14 years at NWRA\, Sorenson-Groves became the Director of the Arctic Refuge Defense Campaign where she managed an Indigenous-led\, multi-pronged effort to stop any development in the Arctic Refuge. She comes back to NWRA after leading Defenders of Wildlife’s public and private lands programs as their Vice President of Land & Habitat Conservation. She has a B.A. in Geography from George Washington University and resides in Fort Valley\, VA with her husband and two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/capitol-conversations-swift-changes-happening-to-the-refuge-system-what-does-it-mean/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Rising to the Challenge: Introducing CORFA's New Tool to Help Friends Lead
DESCRIPTION:The National Wildlife Refuge System needs us now more than ever. CORFA believes that a strong Refuge System starts with strong Friends. Join us for a webinar introducing a new tool created to streamline collaboration\, connections\, and resource sharing in the Friends community. \nFor years\, Friends Groups have played an indispensable role in filling the gap between what refuges and hatcheries need\, and what they receive from the federal government. Whether through fundraising\, volunteering\, or event planning\, Friends have become a vital conduit connecting refuges and hatcheries with their local communities. Yet the gap between what these lands need and what they receive is widening\, and the need for and pressure on Friends has never been higher. Friends Groups are uniquely positioned to rise to the challenge – and CORFA has been hard at work to build a new tool that provides a platform for Friends around the country to organize and ensure refuges and hatcheries thrive. \nIn this session\, we’ll explore how the platform can benefit your group\, improve collaboration among Friends around the country\, and empower your efforts to support your local refuges and hatcheries. Whether you’re looking to increase volunteer participation\, simplify event planning\, or connect with other groups\, this tool is designed with your needs in mind. \nSign Up!\nPresenter \n\nDustin Braden is a board member of the Coalition of Refuge Friends and Advocates and a nonprofit consultant specializing in technology\, data visualization\, grant writing\, and web development. He also serves as an instructor of Environment and Sustainability at Ohio Wesleyan University. With an M.S. in Geography and Spatial Sciences from the University of Delaware\, Dustin brings a diverse background in science and technology\, communication\, and conservation.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/rising-to-the-challenge-introducing-corfas-new-tool-to-help-friends-lead/
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SUMMARY:It Was Worse than We Thought: Half of Alaska's Murres Killed in Heat Wave
DESCRIPTION:Heather Renner\, lead scientist on the team that established the scope and cause of this tragedy\, will be speaking at the Alaska Maritime Refuge in Homer with watch parties in Soldotna and Anchorage and on zoom. The program is at 5 pm Alaska time\, 9 pm East Coast \, etc. For details and Zoom link go to https://alaskarefugefriends.org/murres-2-25/\nAs early as summer 2015\, Refuge biologists could tell something was amiss at common murre breeding colonies in Alaska. Murres were not showing up to breed like they have year in and year out. And then\, the bodies started washing up on the beaches. In winter 2015 – 2016\, half of Alaska’s common murre population\, 4 million birds\, died in the largest single species die-off for any bird or mammal species in recorded history. And they haven’t recovered yet. Hear from Heather Renner\, Supervisory Biologist of the Alaska Maritime Refuge\, on the refuge’s work to document the scope of this unprecedented tragedy.\nWhen birds die at sea\, only a small percentage of the carcasses washes up on shore. What did it really mean in terms of total bird death that 62\,000 carcasses were recovered up and down the coast from California to the Bering Sea? Breeding colony counts were needed to give a clearer picture. Unfortunately\, for a few years after the die-off\, murres didn’t breed successfully\, so biologists couldn’t be sure how many had died and how many just weren’t returning to the colonies to breed. When breeding returned to “normal”\, biologists learned the true scope of the die-off. Heather is one of six coauthors of a paper published in Science in December of 2024 that caused a considerable stir over the magnitude of the tragedy\, the lack of recovery seven years later and the reason – a heat wave in the ocean.\nThe refuge where much of this drama played out\, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge\, is an unusual and unusually remote refuge of 2500 islands\, headlands and rocks stretched across more than 1000 miles of Alaska’s coastline. It is one of the world’s premiere seabird refuges\, with 40 million nesting seabirds. Heather’s team includes biologists working in groups of two to three in field camps on uninhabited islands scattered along the coast. This group of dedicated scientists has been documenting since the 1970’s the status of seabirds\, their numbers and breeding success; it was these data that allowed firm conclusions as to the extent of this tragedy. Data used in this analysis spanned two huge marine ecosystems\, the Gulf of Alaska and the Bering Sea. They also included seabird monitoring data collected on Togiak and Alaska Peninsula/Becharof national wildlife refuges\, as well as data collected by Alaska Department of Fish and Game (Round Island) and Middleton Island. Long-term ecological datasets like this are incredibly rare and are urgently needed to understand which species are most vulnerable in our changing ocean.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/it-was-worse-than-we-thought-half-of-alaskas-murres-killed-in-hear-wave/
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SUMMARY:Capitol Conversations: A Look At Wildlife Refuge Conservation In 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Refuge Friends webinar where Desirée Sorenson-Groves\, President & CEO\, of the National Wildlife Refuge Association\, will break down what’s happening on Capitol Hill and what it means for national wildlife refuges\, conservation funding\, and grassroots advocacy in 2025. With a new Congress in session\, new players at the Department of Interior and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, and key policy decisions ahead\, this is a great opportunity to learn how Refuge Friends and supporters can engage in advocacy efforts to protect and strengthen the National Wildlife Refuge System. \nPresenter \n\nDesirée Sorenson-Groves re-joined the Refuge Association in October 2024 as the President and CEO. Her career has been focused on protecting and enhancing the National Wildlife Refuge System\, first as a grassroots organizer for the National Audubon Society\, then as the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Refuge Association. After 14 years at NWRA\, Sorenson-Groves became the Director of the Arctic Refuge Defense Campaign where she managed an Indigenous-led\, multi-pronged effort to stop any development in the Arctic Refuge. She comes back to NWRA after leading Defenders of Wildlife’s public and private lands programs as their Vice President of Land & Habitat Conservation. She has a B.A. in Geography from George Washington University and resides in Fort Valley\, VA with her husband and two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.\n\nSign Up!
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/capitol-conversations-a-look-at-wildlife-refuge-conservation-in-2025/
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SUMMARY:Mōlī of Kaua`i - A rare treasure among us
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Our Princeville Moʻolelo free lecture series will continue on Tuesday\, February 11th with the return of Hob Osterlund. Hob is a wildlife enthusiast who knows a lot about mōlī! She founded the Kauaʻi Albatross Network and dedicates her time to the preservation\, protection and celebration of our beloved mōlī\, or Laysan albatross\, along with the other endangered wildlife of Kauaʻi. Hob is an award-winning author\, photographer\, birding guide\, Safina Center Fellow\, guest lecturer and more. In this presentation\, you’ll enjoy her amazing photos and delightful stories and learn how you can help protect this important iconic species.\n\n\nThe North Shore of Kauaʻi is the only place in the world where this majestic species nests within a human community. This\, and the challenges they face due to climate change\, make it our kuleana to help protect these birds\, which nested here long before human contact. Be a proud Kauaʻian and learn how you can help protect our mōlī and other endangered wildlife.\n\n\nFree Lecture Series: Tuesday\, February 11\, 2025 5:00-6:30pm in the Princeville Community Center. The presentation will also be available via Zoom. For more information\, visit www.kauairefuges.org/princeville-moolelo.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/moli-of-kauai-a-rare-treasure-among-us/
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SUMMARY:Restoring New Mexico Ecosystems for bird\, insects\, & people
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Bosque del Apache NWR invite you to this webinar. \nRestoring ecosystems often requires control of invasive species and weeds to allow desired native plants to establish. Herbicide is an effective tool\, but can also cause unintended harm to ecosystems. Staff managing habitats like Bosque del Apache are now implementing pesticide-free techniques to control invasive weeds and preserve the health of soils\, native plants\, insects\, and birds. Join us as our panel\, featuring experts from American Bird Conservancy\, Xerces Society\, Institute for Applied Ecology and Friends of Bosque del Apache\, explores alternative ways of restoring habitats for the benefit of pollinators and birds\, and learn practical tips and solutions you can implement at home. \nQuarterly OASIS Zoom calls are now open to the public\, so please invite your friends and family to come learn about our beautiful Bosque del Apache NWR and theOASIS\, a sustaining community of hope! This is the perfect time to join as a monthly donor by giving a monthly gift in any amount that feels right for you – you’re in control of when to start\, stop and make changes to your level of monthly giving! \nRegister Now!
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/restoring-new-mexico-ecosystems-for-bird-insects-people/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:What Really Matters
DESCRIPTION:All welcome on zoom. A great discussion on the value and future of refuges with Andy Loranger\, Kenai Refuge\, 2018 refuge manager of the year and Steve Delehanty\, manager of the Alaska Maritime\, reflect on what their careers have taught them. Both are retiring this week. https://alaskarefugefriends.org/what-really-matters-1-25/ for link and details.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/what-really-matters/
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SUMMARY:Developing Relationships & Connecting Refuges & Friends with Native Nations
DESCRIPTION:Friends organizations and refuges are eager to build meaningful relationships with local Native Nations and other Indigenous groups. This webinar will offer practical guidance\, including key do’s and don’ts\, for fostering these connections. Our four panelists will share their experiences and insights on building relationships and creating connections between Refuges\, Friends organizations\, and Native Nations. Please join us and contribute to this conversation. \nPresenters \n\nAlan Kelley\, Board member of the Friends of Loess Bluffs NWR. Deputy Tribal Historic Preservation Officer\, Iowa Tribe of KS & NE\n Amy Lankford-Coffman National Tribal Co-Stewardship Coordinator\, National Wildlife Refuge System Headquarters U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service \n Annie Sorrell\, Park Ranger\, Visitor Services\, National Elk Refuge National Wildlife Refuge System U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service \n Taylor Lipscomb\, PhD National Hatchery Operations Coordinator National Tribal Co-Stewardship Liaison\, Headquarters FAC US Fish and Wildlife Service\n\nCo-Facilitators  \n\nNatalie Gardetto\, Connected Communities Coordinator\, National Wildlife Refuge System Midwest Region U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\n Willem Stoeller\, Member of CORFA and the Friends of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge\n\nSign Up!
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/developing-relationships-connecting-refuges-friends-with-native-nations/
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SUMMARY:150 Years of Conservation: Highlights From USFWS Archives & DC Booth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fascinating journey through 150 years of fish and wildlife conservation history\, as we explore rare artifacts and archival treasures from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). This special webinar features live presentations from two of USFWS’s premier historical collections: the DC Booth Historic Fish Hatchery and the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) archives. Discover the stories behind these artifacts and learn how they illustrate the evolution of conservation in America.\n\nPresenters\n\n\nMark Madison\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Historian\n\n\nApril Gregory\, Curator\, DC Booth Historic Fish Hatchery\n\n\nSign Up!
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/150-years-of-conservation-highlights-from-usfws-archives-dc-booth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T160000
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SUMMARY:December 2024 - Friends SHARE
DESCRIPTION:CORFA is hosting the next monthly Friends SHARE Zoom call on Tuesday\, December 17th at 4 PM Eastern Time. \nThis month we are focusing on Winter Events! \nJoin us for an informal discussion of fun winter refuge and hatchery activities and events. \nWhat event does your Friends Group host or participate in on your refuge or hatchery? What works\, what doesn’t? \nShare your ideas and maybe make some new plans! And we will also have our open discussion room for those who want to discuss other topics. \nThe Zoom call is only for a member of a Friends group or their staff. Feel free to share this invite with your board members and other Friends groups. To ensure everyone can fully express themselves\, ask tough questions\, have their comments heard and respected\, and be assured that conflict will be respectful the call will not be recorded\, and we ask all participants to review and agree to our Safe Space Guidelines. \nDate: Tuesday\, December 17th\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 PM ET\, 3:00 PM CT\, 2:00 PM MT\, 1:00 PM PT \nRSVP: To coalitionrefugefriends@gmail.com by December 15th with Friends SHARE in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us the name of your Friends group. \nWe are looking forward to getting together.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/december-2024-friends-share/
CATEGORIES:Friends SHARE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T210000
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SUMMARY:November 2024 Friends SHARE
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever just need to talk to a Friend? Then Friends SHARE is for you. It is a Zoom call that gives you a chance to share with other Friends and get and give advice. \nCORFA is hosting the next Friends SHARE Zoom call on November 19th at 8pm eastern! This call is an opportunity to: \nGet to know other Friends.\nGet support.\nAsk questions – get answers.\nShare ideas and resources.\nProblem solve. \nDuring the Zoom call you will join small breakout rooms of your choice. Fellow Friends members will facilitate the breakout rooms. You have the option of joining a breakout room on a specific topic or joining one where participants can discuss whatever is on their mind. Breakout rooms for the November are:\nNature Stores – Holiday Sales preparations\nOpen Room Discussions \nThe Zoom call is only for a member of a Friends group or their staff. Feel free to share this invite with your board members and other Friends groups. To ensure everyone can fully express themselves\, ask tough questions\, have their comments heard and respected\, and be assured that conflict will be respectful the call will not be recorded\, and we ask all participants to review and agree to our Safe Space Guidelines. \nRSVP: To coalitionrefugefriends@gmail.com by November 17th with Friends SHARE in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us the name of your Friends group and what breakout room you want to join. The breakout rooms are listed above\, you will be assigned to the room of your choice at the beginning of the Zoom call.
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/november-friends-share/
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SUMMARY:Capitol Conversations: Updates Budget Insights for the Refuge System
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Monday\, November 18th\, 2 – 3 pm ET \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar featuring Desirée Sorenson-Groves\, President and CEO of the National Wildlife Refuge Association\, as she provides an update on the latest legislative issues impacting the National Wildlife Refuge System. Desirée will cover critical topics\, including the fiscal year 2025 budget\, supplemental funding for natural disaster recovery\, and other legislative priorities that may influence the Refuge System. She will also share insights on potential changes under a new Administration and what they could mean for the future of our national wildlife refuges. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from one of the leading voices in wildlife conservation policy and learn about the latest developments affecting national wildlife refuges. \nPresenter \n\nDesirée Sorenson-Groves re-joined the Refuge Association in October 2024 as the President and CEO. Her career has been focused on protecting and enhancing the National Wildlife Refuge System\, first as a grassroots organizer for the National Audubon Society\, then as the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Refuge Association. After 14 years at NWRA\, Sorenson-Groves became the Director of the Arctic Refuge Defense Campaign where she managed an Indigenous-led\, multi prong effort to stop any development in the Arctic Refuge. She comes back to NWRA after leading Defenders of Wildlife’s public and private lands programs as their Vice President of Land & Habitat Conservation. She has a B.A. in Geography from George Washington University and resides in Fort Valley\, VA with her husband and two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.\n\nSign Up! \n 
URL:https://coalitionofrefugefriends.com/event/capitol-conversations-updates-budget-insights-for-the-refuge-system/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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