Concurrent Session Agenda

Moderator - Robert Ricard, University of Connecticut

(10) Identifying & Addressing Social Constraints Involved with the Use of Prescribed Fire in Forest Ecosystems of the Ouachita & Ozark Regions of Arkansas – Janean H. Creighton, Washington State University, Spokane, WA; Tamara Walkingstick, Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, Little Rock, AR; Rebecca Montgomery, Arkansas Forestry Commission, Monticello, AR

(11) Integrating Urban Forestry & Stormwater Management – Kris Tiles, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Wausau, WI; Kendra Axness, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Green Bay, WI; Gail Epping Overholt, University of Wisconsin-Extension, West Allis, WI; Bill Klase, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Rhinelander, WI

(12) Forest Resources + NEMO = FREMO – David Dickson, University of Connecticut, Haddam, CT

Moderator - Ron Mahoney, University of Idaho

(13) Be an Agent of Change - Betty Wingerter, President NAE4-HA, Ellen Burton, President-Elect ESP, Kathy Dothage, President NEAFCS, Fred Miller, President, NACAA, Mike Reichenbach, President-Elect ANREP; Dick Senese, Past-President NACDEP

(14) Areas of Excellence – Integration Within the Land Grant University – Brian J. MacGowan, Brian K. Miller, & Robert K. Swihart, Department of Forestry & Natural Resources, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

(15) Natural Resource Education in a Knowledge Economy – Jerry Iles, Ohio State University, Wooster, OH; Dana Oleskiewicz, Ohio State University, Wooster, OH

Moderator - Deborah Cavanaugh–Grant, University of Illinois

(16) Features of Effective Self-paced Online Learning Modules – Carla Long Casler, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ; Candice Rupprecht, Arizona Cooperative Extension, Tucson, AZ

(17) Reducing the Risk of Wildfires: Woodland Owner Fire Schools in Oregon – Stephen Fitzgerald, Oregon State University Extension Service, Redmond, OR; Rick Fletcher, Oregon State University Extension Service, Corvallis, OR

(18) Tree School…an Educational Model that Makes a Difference! – Michael C. Bondi, Merrily A. Enquist & Molly Engle, Oregon State University Extension Service, Oregon City, OR

Moderator - Bob Smith, Virginia Tech

(19) University of Wisconsin-Extension’s Role in Wisconsin’s Municipal Stormwater Education Efforts – Suzanne Wade, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Jefferson, WI; Chad Cook, University of Wisconsin Extension, Oshkosh, WI; Kendra Axness, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Peshtigo, WI; Darren Lochner, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Eau Claire, WI

(20) Making the Most of Agency-Extension Partnerships – Ken Genskow, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Madison, WI

(21) Developing Community & Regional Wood-to-Energy Partnerships – Hank Stelzer, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO; John Tuttle, Missouri Department of Conservation, Jefferson City, MO

Moderator - Glen Hughes, Mississippi State University

(22) Goats, an Environmentally-Sensitive Weed Management Tool After Wildfire – JoAnne Skelly, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, Carson City, NV; Ann Bollinger, Carson City Open Space, Carson City, NV

(23) The Effectiveness of Using Injured & Non-injured Wildlife as Ambassadors of Natural Resource Conservation Messages – Nicholas E. Fuhrman, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg, VI; Howard Ladewig, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

(24) Engaging Ohioans in the Battle Against the Emerald Ash Borer - A Team Approach to Outreach & Education – Kathy Smith & Amy Stone, Ohio State University Extension, Columbus, OH

Moderator - Scott Bagley, National Network of Forest Practitioners

(25) Ohio’s “Call Before You Cut Campaign” – David Apsley, Ohio State University Extension, Piketon, OH; Andy Ware, Ohio Division of Forestry, Columbus, OH

(26) Characterization of Alabama Forestland Owners by Gender & Landholding Size – Kathryn M. Flynn, Auburn University, Auburn, AL

(27) Mobile Information Technology Forestry Programs for Limited Resource Audiences at Tennessee State University
- Joshua Idassi (PhD), Jenell Sargent and Jonell Hinsey, Tennessee State University

Moderator - John Bilotta, University of Minnesota

(28) Post-Program Evaluation of Drinking Water Testing and Education Programs – John Exo, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Baraboo, WI

(29) The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology as a Dynamic Forestry Extension Evaluation Tool – John F. Munsell and Jennifer Gagnon, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg, VA; Adam Downing, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Madison, VA; Matthew Yancey, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Harrisonburg, VA; Nancy Franz, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Blackburg, VA

(30) Communicating Extension’s Impact – Elissa Wells, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Moderator - Nicole Frey, Southern Utah University

(31) Wisconsin’s Woodland Leadership Institute: Participant Perspecctive on the Program & Their Accomplishments – John DuPlissis, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, WI

(32) Michigan 4-H Youth Conservation Council – Darren Bagley, Michigan State University, Flint, MI

(33) Aldo Leopold: Igniting a Land Ethic in Your Community – Janine Kohn, Pheasants/Quail Forever-Leopold Education Project, St. Paul, MN

Moderator - Don Hanley, University of Washington

(34) Out of the Woods & Into the Meeting Room: Enhancing Facilitation Skills Among Michigan Department of Natural Resources Staff – Georgia Peterson & Lela Vandenberg, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

(35) A Minnesota Environmental Education Leadership Initiative: A Model Program Design & Partnership – Nathan J. Meyer, University of Minnesota Extension, Cloquet, MN; Barbara K. Radke, University of Minnesota Extension, Cloquet, MN; Michael J. Kennedy, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Duluth, MN

Moderator - Stephen Dicke, Mississippi State University

(37) Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative: An 10 Year Outreach Project & Partnership with the Sand County Foundation – Timothy Pierson, Penn State Cooperative Extension-Central Region, Smethport, PA; David S. deCalesta, Wildlife Analysis PC, Hammondsport, NY; Kevin McAleese, Sand County Foundation, Madison, WI

(38) The Natural Resource Enterprises Program at Mississippi State University – W. Daryl Jones, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS; Rebecca McPeake, University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, Little Rock, AR; Greg K. Yarrow, Clemson University, Clemson, SC; Katherine M. Jacobs, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS; Adam T. Rohnke, Mississippi State University, Raymond, MS; T. Adam Tullos, Mississippi State University, Verona, MS

(39) Reducing Release Mortality in Recreational Fisheries through Educational Programs in Florida – Bryan Fluech, University of Florida/IFAS, Naples, FL

(40) The Missouri Master Wildlifer Program: Delivering Science-based Information on Ecological Concepts & Wildlife Management to Private Landowners – Robert A. Pierce II, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO; Matt Seek, Missouri Department of Conservation, Jefferson City, MO; Mark Morgan, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

Moderator - Andy Londo, Mississippi State University

(41) Developing an Outreach Program Aimed at Land Use Regulations & Working Forests – Robert E. Bardon & Brandon A. King, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

(42) Social Dimensions of Private Well Testing: Why Don’t People Test Their Well Water? – Barbara Liukkonen, University of Minnesota Water Resources Center, St. Paul, MN; Dolores Severtson, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI; Ruth Kline-Robach, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

(43) Extension Capacity Building in Land Use: The Michigan Case Study – Soji Adelaja, Melissa A. Gibson, Mary Beth Lake, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

(44) Exploring Citizen Involvement in the Restoration of the Florida Everglades – Alyssa Dodd, University of Florida, West Palm Beach, FL; Mark Brennan, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Moderator - Ben Jackson, University of Georgia

(45) Knowledge Transfer & State-level Renewable Energy & Carbon Policy: Insights from the Front Line – Dennis Hazel, Mark Megalos & Chris Hopkins, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

(46) Carbon Sequestration Payments for Landowners: Current Options & Future Potentials in Minnesota – Diomy Zamora, University of Minnesota Extension, Brainerd, MN; Dean Current, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN; Gary Wyatt, University of Minnesota Extension, Mankato, MN

(47) Addressing Emerging Natural Resources Issues Using Audience Response Technology - Dean Solomon, Michigan State University Extension, Boyne City, Michigan

(48) Wood to Energy Outreach Program: Fostering Informed Community Discussions – Martha C. Monroe, Lauren McDonell, Annie Oxarart, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Moderator - Mel Baughman, University of Minnesota

(49) Becoming Outstanding in the Field: Resources to Help Volunteer Monitoring Programs Get Up and Running – Kristine Stepenuck, Robin Shepard, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Madison, WI; Linda Green, Elizabeth Herron, Art Gold, University of Rhode Island Cooperative Extension, Kingston, RI

(50) A Role for Woodland Owner Associations: Helping Them Grow – Jim Finley, Allyson Muth, Penn State School of Forest Resources, Natural Resources Extension, University Park, PA

(51) Invasive Plants – The Role of Extension in Weed Management Areas – Wendy West, University of California Cooperative Extension-El Dorado County, Placerville, CA; Susan Donaldson, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, Reno, NV

(52) Woodland Pool Conservation-An Issue-Based Approach – Kristi L. Sullivan & Gary R. Goff, Cornell University Department of Natural Resources, Ithaca, NY

Moderator - Dave Apsley, Ohio State University

(53) A Cost-Benefit Analysis of the North Carolina Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program – Rafael Estevez, Dennis Hazel, Erin Sills, Robert Bardon, Annie Oltmans, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

(54) The Mississippi Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program – Andrew Londo, Timothy Traugott, Steve Dicke, Glenn Hughes, John Kushla, Jim Meeker, Evan Nebeker, Ronnie Meyers, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS

(55) Sustaining Family Forestlands Through Improved Timber Sales: Applying the Extension Model – Steve Bowers, Oregon State University-Lane County Extension Service, Eugene, OR

(56) Forest Certification: Threat, Opportunity, or Illusion? – H. Glenn Hughes, Mississippi State University Extension Service, Purvis, MS; Michael Dunn, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Baton Rouge, LA; Richard P. Vlosky, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA; Priyan Perera, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA

Moderator - Eleanor Burkett, University of Minnesota

(57) Summer Youth Forestry Institute Engages Teens in Public Forest Management – Amy Grotta, Washington State University Extension, Renton, WA; Ara Erickson, University of Washington College of Forest Resources, Seattle, WA

(58) “Deep Sea Safari”: An Extreme Student Learning Adventure – Brian Cameron, Bay County Extension; S. Jackson, Wakulla County Extension; Andrew Diller, Escambia County Extension; University of Florida-IFAS Sea Grant Extension, Gainesville, FL

(59) This Isn’t Your Father’s Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program – David Drake, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI

(60) Building Environmental Youth Leadership for High-School Youth: A Model Extension Program & Curriculum Resource – Rebecca L. Meyer, University of Minnesota Extension, Cloquet, MN

Moderator - Susan Moore, North Carolina State University

(61) Educating Small Acreage Forest Landowners and Potential Service Providers – Jonathan Kays, Maryland Cooperative Extension, Keedysville, MD; James Finley, Penn State Cooperative Extension, State College, PA; Adam Downing, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Madison, VA

(62) Partnering with Consulting Foresters for High Impact – Mark A. Megalos, Robert E. Bardon, Rick A. Hamilton, & Susan Moore, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

(63) Biomass for Energy on Non-Industrial Private Forestland: Balancing the Extension Message – John F. Munsell, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg, VA; René H. Germain, State University of New York College of Environmental Science & Forestry, Syracuse, NY

Moderator - Karen Terry, University of Minnesota

(64) The Amity Creek Charrette: Engaging Community in the Development Process – Jesse Schomberg, University of Minnesota Sea Grant Program, Duluth, MN; Tari Rayala, Melissa Graftaas, Greg Cooper, Doug Zaun, & Zandra Zwiebel, American Institute of Architects

(65) A Program Design to Reach Unengaged Woodland Owners – Deborah Beyer, University of Wisconsin-Cooperative Extension, Sheboygan, WI; Jake Blasczyk, University of Wisconsin-Cooperative Extension, Madison, WI

(66) Butterflies as a Hook for Land Ethic Education – Carol F. Mack, WSU/Pend Oreille County Extension, Newport, WA

Moderator - Martin Havlovic, University of Wisconsin

(67) A Strategic Approach to Lake Planning – Jennifer Erickson, University of Wisconsin- Extension, Baraboo, WI

(68) Increasing the Sustainability of Tourism by Focusing on Natural Resource Stewardship – J. Thomas Chesnutt, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University, AL

(69) Wisconsin’s Freshwater Estuary Initiative – Patrick Robinson, University of Wisconsin Extension, Green Bay, WI; Travis Olson, Wisconsin Coastal Management Program, Madison, WI; Becky Sapper & Cathy Techtmann, University of Wisconsin-Extension, Ashland, WI; Robin Shepard, University of Wisconsin Extension, Madison, WI

Moderator - Jennifer Gagnon, Virginia Tech

(70) Enhancing the Interaction Between Forest Landowners and Resource Professionals – Allyson Muth, Elizabeth A. Kerlin, & James C. Finley, Penn State School of Forest Resources, Natural Resources Extension, University Park, PA

(71) Forest Story Cards – A Way to Dialogue About Forests – Sanford S. Smith, Penn State School of Forest Resources, University Park, PA

Moderator - Georgia Peterson, Michigan State University

(72) Alabama Urban & Community Forestry Volunteer Program – Michelle Cole, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University, AL

(73) Return of the Naturalist: New Horizons in Natural Resources Outreach and Service – Robert M. Emanuel, Oregon State University Sea Grant Extension, Tillamook, OR; Martin Main, University of Florida, Immokalee, FL; Mark Larese-Casanova, Utah State University Extension, Logan, UT; Michelle Haggerty, Texas Parks & Wildlife/Texas Cooperative Extension, Kerrville, TX; Michelle Prysby & Peter Warren, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Charlottesville, VA; Elizabeth Haynes, University of Illinois Extension, East Moline, IL; Amy Rager, University of Minnesota Extension, Morris, MN