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  • Thursdays, January 10 – 24, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm – Conservation Biology

    Thursdays, January 10 – 24, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm – Conservation Biology

    This three part New England Wild Flower Society introduction to conservation biology and biodiversity with Nancy Eyster-Smith covers the factors that make a species vulnerable to extinction and the strategies and tools that can be used to protect plants and ecosystems. The course explores the interdisciplinary nature of conservation biology through readings, group exercises, and video clips. Participants receive a bibliography of resources for further study. Classes will be held at Garden in the Woods in Framingham on January 10, 17, and 24 from 10 – 3:30. Bring a bag lunch. $254 for NEWFS members, $300 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.newenglandwild.org/learn/our-programs/conservation-biology

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  • Sundays, January 7, 14, and 21, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm – Conservation Biology

    In this New England Wild Flower Society introduction to conservation biology and biodiversity, you will learn what makes a species vulnerable to extinction and which strategies and tools can be used to protect plants and ecosystems. Instructor Nancy Eyster-Smith will explore the interdisciplinary nature of conservation biology through readings, group exercises, and video clips. Participants will receive a bibliography of resources for further study. Bring a bag lunch. Class will take place at Garden in the Woods in Framingham on three Sundays, January 7 – 21, from 10 – 3:30, with a snow date on January 28 if needed. $254 for NEWFS members, $300 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/conservation-biology-1

  • Saturdays, January 11 and January 25, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm – Conservation Biology: Saving Biodiversity in Today’s Climate

    The core mission of conservation organizations is to preserve plants, animals, and their habitats. How do we best go about this essential work at the level of your interest: state; local; or your own backyard? Participants in this New England Wild Flower Society course, to be led by Nancy Eyster-Smith, PhD, at Garden in Woods, Framingham, discuss the definition of biodiversity, why we care about it as a society, the pervasive threats, and on-the-ground solutions. Using power-point presentations and case studies, we cover protection strategies and stewardship tools and discuss how climate change alters our thinking about traditional conservation approaches. The intention is to provide a background in the principles of conservation biology in order to help you to become a more effective conservation advocate and/or steward of your own land. A series of articles and web links are provided to aid in the discussion. Fee $154 for NEWFS members, $182 for nonmembers. Dates are Saturday, January 11 and Saturday, January 25, from 10 – 3. Register at www.newfs.org/learn/catalog/bot5103.

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  • Saturdays, January 29 and February 12, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm – Conservation Biology: Saving Biodiversity in Today’s Climate

    The core mission of conservation organizations is to preserve plants, animals, and their habitats. How do we best go about this essential work at the level of your interest: state, local, or your own backyard? Over two class sessions at Garden in the Woods in Framingham, The New England Wild Flower Society will discuss the definition of biodiversity, why we care about it as a society, the pervasive threats, and on-the-ground solutions. Using power-point presentations to illustrate concepts and case studies to apply our ideas, we cover protection strategies and stewardship tools. We talk about how climate change alters our thinking about traditional conservation approaches. The intention is to provide a background in the principles of conservation biology for you to become a more effective conservation advocate and/or steward of your own land. A series of articles and web links are provided to aide in the discussion. First session will take place Saturday, January 29.  Second session will be held February 12 from 10 – 3. $120 NEWFS members, $140 non-members. To register, log on to www.newfs.org.

  • Wednesday, May 5, 10:00 am – Backyard Biodiversity: Conservation Biology for the Landowner

    We are all responsible for the species that share the space we own or maintain, and our management decisions can have severe consequences for these species, and hence for the health of our communities. Richard Enser will speak on Backyard Biodiversity: Conservation Biology for the Landowner at the May meeting of The Garden Club of the Back Bay beginning at 10 am at The College Club, 44 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston. Rick will suggest things we can do and things we should stop doing to better manage our land for the promotion of native biodiversity. Richard Enser developed this talk based on his 30 year experience with the Rhode Island Natural Heritage Program. He retired from that position and moved to Vermont in 2006, and now offers his services as a consultant on biodiversity issues, especially to landowners on how to manage their properties in ways that are most beneficial to preserving biodiversity. An optional lunch ($19) with our speaker will follow the meeting, but pre-registration is essential.  Garden Club members will receive a written notice of the meeting, but the public may attend by contacting info@bostonflora.com. The Club will respond with registration instructions. Photo below by Richard Enser.

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