As part of its annual conference series and its Initiative for Watershed Excellence program, the River Systems Institute will host Land, Water, People 2009 on November 16-18, 2009 at the San Marcos Conference Center.

 

In a program of over 75 expert presenters and workshop facilitators, we will explore the potential to more effectively manage and protect water resources, on both a local and regional scale, through applications to these important interfaces within watershed and community dynamics:
 

• Natural Systems Interface

In a series of plenaries and breakout sessions, we will examine the dynamics within four ecological interface zones; land to water, riparian zone, coastal, and groundwater/surface water, and define the role of their ecosystem functions within watershed dynamics. 
 

• Natural and Human Systems Interface

In a series of plenary talks provided by ecological scientists and socio-economic experts, we will identify the implications of human interactions on the four natural interfaces and define the benefits of their functions to social and economic systems.
 

• People to People Interface

Through a full day of panel discussions, roundtable activities, and educational programs, we will identify the tools and approaches that promote and support collaboration between institutions and between communities using examples from leading programs throughout the region.

 

The event program culminates with a panel of representatives from various major water resources management programs in EPA Region 6 and key decision makers in state-wide water related issues, emphasizing the processes by which these programs integrate with each and challenges they face in achieving preferred levels of integration.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to network and collaborate on these important watershed topics!

For further information, contact Annette Paulin, conference coordinator at 512-754-9179 or e-mail conference09@grandecom.net

 

Land Water People will be held at the new conference center in San Marcos, TX, located just off of Interstate 35 that serves as the main artery between Austin and San Antonio.   Because of its central location, San Marcos is easy to reach via both Austin and San Antonio airports and highways that service both Austin and San Antonio.
 
The San Marcos Conference Center is managed by the San Marcos Embassy Suites & Spa. Thus, the River Systems Institute has reserved a room block for conference attendees at a much reduced rate.  A limited number of rooms are available at this great rate, so book your room early! The cutoff date for room block reservations has been extended to November 6, 2009!.
 
Reservations can be made by calling the Hotel directly at (512) 392-6450 or Embassy Suites Brand Reservations number, 1-800-EMBASSY.  Reference the information below for each of the available room block rates.

For government rate of $85/night:   Land Water People 2009, Government; Reference #RS2

or book directly on-line at: http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personalized/SNMESES-RS2-20091116/index.jhtml

For standard rate of $109/night:  Land Water People 2009, Non-Government; Reference #RS1 

 

 

Sponsorships

As part of its mission, The River Systems Institute strives to build partnerships with a variety of organizations to carry out projects and provide programs such as Land Water People 2009. RSI is seeking co-sponsors to assist with conference costs. Contributions not only acknowledge the importance of the conference, but also allow us to offer a more comprehensive program to attendees while keeping registration fees reasonably affordable. 

 

For futher information about being a sponsor or exhibitor at this event,contact Annette Paulin, Conference Coordinator, at 512-754-9179 or by e-mail at conference09@grandecom.net. 

 

Registration includes event attendance, conference-related materials, and food for each day of registration; an early evening reception is included on November 16.

 

General registration begins May 30, 2009 and has been extended to November 6, 2009!.

Late Registration fees are applied from November 7-12, 2009. 

After November 12, advance registration will no longer be available; on-site registration will be available.

 

Reduced registration is available for non-profit representatives and students.

 

By Credit Card: Click here to access our convenient and secure on-line payment system. 

 

By Check: Download and complete the registration form and submit with your payment to:

 

River Systems Institute

601 University Drive

San Marcos, TX 78666

Re: LWP09 Conference

Prior to September 1, 2009, full refunds, minus a $25 processing fee, are provided.

 

Upon September 1, 2009, refunds are provided as follows:

 

September 1-September 30, 2009                                                          50%

October 1- November 9, 2009                                                                25%

After November 9, 2009                                                             No refund provided

Kevin Anderson              City of Austin/Texas Riparian Association

Emily Armitano              River Systems Institute, Texas State University – San Marcos

Barney Austin                Texas Water Development Board

Brenner Brown               Texas Water Development Board

Nikki Dictson                 Texas Water Resources Institute/Texas Riparian Association

Will Focht                      Oklahoma Water Resources Institute

Brian Haggard                Arkansas Water Resources Institute

Kathryn Nichols              National Park Service/Texas Riparian Association

Robert Mace                  Texas Water Development Board

Eric Mendelman             River Systems Institute, Texas State University – San Marcos

Melissa Parker               Texas Parks and Wildlife/Texas Riparian Association

Will Pickens                  Prado Design/Texas Riparian Association

Warren Pulich                River Systems Institute, Texas State University – San Marcos

Rachel Ranft                  The Nature Conservancy/Texas Riparian Association

Brian Smith                   Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District

Todd Votteler                 Guadalupe Blanco River Authority

Kevin Wagner                Texas Water Resources Institute, Texas A&M University

Jennifer Walker              Sierra Club/Texas Riparian Association

Ron Walters                  Texas State University – San Marcos

Ellen Weichert               Texas Water Resources Institute, Texas A&M University

 

 

Annette Paulin               Live Oak Initiative