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Dates: 12-16 June 2004
Place: Humboldt State University, Arcata, California
Host: Department of Biological Sciences and College of Natural
Resources and Sciences
Deadline to Submit Power Point Presentations: June
5th, Final Versions Due!
Submit your PowerPoint presentation: Click here
THIS YEAR’S PROGRAM
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Welcome to the conference web site for the 2004 meeting of the American Society
of Mammalogists! On behalf of Humboldt State University the Local Committee
extends our warmest invitation to members of the Society to attend the upcoming
meeting.
Use the New Itinerary Builder to choose from over 350 oral and poster presentations and numerous activities including the welcome social and the Gordon Kirkland Memorial Run/Walk for Research. This is your chance to pick and choose what you want to see and do in beautiful Arcata, California before you even leave the house!
Meeting Announcement & Final Call for Papers
Final Call For Papers.
This is the final call for oral and poster presentations. Abstract
submission must be done online between 15 February and 22 March 2004.
Authors must be registered for
the conference before they can submit an abstract. Once registered,
you will receive an e-mail confirmation and password. You will then use this
password to submit your abstract. You must have already pre-registered
by March 15, 2004 in order to
give an oral or poster presentation.
Details on presentation guidelines are available here. Oral presentations must be in Power Point version 2000 or XP(2002) version in PC format compatible with Windows 2000 and XP. They are limited to 5MB in size. Drafts are due by May 24th. We will test presentations and let presenters know by June 1 if there are problems. Final versions must be received via our ftp site by June 5th. Presentations not received by that time will be removed from the program.
Registration
Preregistration is $195 for regular members and vendors and $125 for students before 1 May. After 1 May, registration is $245 for regular members and vendors and $185 for students. Registration fees cover administrative costs, printing of conference materials, refreshment breaks, special refreshments for the poster sessions, and the welcoming reception on Saturday, 12 June 2004. All active meeting participants (i.e. those contributing papers or posters and attending technical sessions) and vendors must register. On-site registration will be in the Jolly Giant Residence Halls. A $25 fee in addition to the late registration cost will be charged for on-site registration.
Getting to Humboldt State:
Participants can either drive or fly directly to Arcata. Arcata is in coastal northern California in the heart of ancient redwood forests, home of the tallest trees on earth. Arcata is serviced by the Eureka-Arcata airport (ACV) and both United (800-547-9308) and Horizon airlines (800-242-6522). We encourage people to fly into the San Francisco Bay Area and carpool to Arcata (a beautiful 5-hour drive up Highway 101). This is typically less expensive, increases flight options, and will ease congestion at the Eureka/Arcata airport. We have arranged on-campus housing options that will allow participants to arrive on campus a day early and/ or stay a day after the end of the meeting. We encourage participants to take advantage of this option to enjoy the local area; this will also help spread out airport arrivals and departures. For information on local transportation options, including shuttle service between the Arcata Airport and campus, see our local transportation page.
Parking
Campus parking for meeting participants requires a University perking permit (1 week permit is $4.50). Permits will be available at the Registration desk.
Housing and Dining Services
On Campus Accommodations:
We will be able to accommodate approximately 560 people on campus. There will be a limited number of single rooms available. In order to accommodate the largest number of people, we encourage people to share rooms if at all possible (please see the double rate). All rooms are resident hall housing with shared bathrooms.
It is standard for the HSU Housing and Dining Services to have a meal plan included with the room (a separate meal plan is not offered). However a modified meal plan (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner) is offered to reduce costs (we have taken into account what meals participants are actually likely to eat in the dining hall as opposed to the picnic, banquet etc.). The prices for staying on campus are detailed below.
Double room in Cypress, Hill or Canyon Halls = Package price of $149 per person for lodging the nights of June 12-15 (check-out is on June 16), breakfast and lunch on June 13-16 and dinner the night of June 13. All beds are twin - a double price means you are paying for one bed in a room that has two beds.
Single room in Cypress, Hill or Canyon Halls = Package price of $177 per person for lodging the nights of June 12-15 (check-out is on June 16) breakfast and lunch on June 13-16 and dinner the night of June 13.
Early Arrival or Late Departure Prices: $22 per night per person for a double room and $29 per night per person for a single room. Early arrival for the night of June 11 th or late departure arrangements for the night of June 16 th can be made by filling out the appropriate information in the registration materials. These prices are for housing only. Meals may be purchased at the cafeteria for those staying late.
These prices include the 4/4/1 meal package, a bed with a pillow, linens, blanket and towel. The meal cards allow one meal per meal period. Rooms have a desk, twin bed and closet for each guest. We have a limited number of hangers, reading lamps and alarm clocks available for checkout. Early arrival for the night of June 11 th or late departure arrangements for the night of June 16th can be made by filling out the appropriate information in the registration materials.
Off Campus Accommodations:
There are a variety of options available in the Eureka/Arcata area for those wishing to stay off campus. Download a pdf of off campus accommodations.
Climate
Even in the summer the climate of Humboldt County is cool. Typical June weather is in the low 60's (degrees Fahrenheit) during the day and low 50's (degrees Fahrenheit) at night. Fog is common in the morning, but significant rain is uncommon this time of year. Combined with frequent breezes off the ocean, it can feel quite chilly, so please be advised to bring some warm clothes and a jacket !
Check up-to-date local weather conditions
Events
Click here for a Schedule of Events
Social Programs:
Welcoming Social - Saturday, 12 June (1900-2200 h), Kate Buchanan Room, University Center.
Picnic - Monday, 14 June (1830-2000 h), Camp Bauer, Korbel (weather permitting). The price will be $27.
Annual Banquet - Reception and banquet (1830-2100 h), Tuesday, 15 June in the Arcata Community Center in downtown Arcata. The price will be $35. The annual awards ceremony will conclude the banquet. A cash bar will be provided for banquet and auction.
Auction - Immediately following the banquet, Tuesday, 15 June (2100-2300 h), Arcata Community Center. Please contribute items to be auctioned at the ASM Local Committee desk. Proceeds go to the Future Mammalogists Fund. Open to all participants beginning at 2100 h. Transportation to and from the HSU campus will be provided for the picnic, banquet and auction.
Plenary Session:
Sunday, 13 June (0800-1015 h), JVD Auditorium. Welcoming address and student award winners.
Grinnell and Merriam Awards Addresses:
Monday, 14 June (0800-0945 h), JVD Auditorium. Dr. David Schmidly, 2003 recipient of the Joseph Grinnell Award and Dr. Terry Bowyer, 2003 recipient of the C. Hart Merriam Award.
Capstone Session:
Wednesday, 16 June (1630-1800 h), JVD Auditorium.
This year's Capstone Speaker is Dr. James Estes of the U. S. Geological Survey and the University of California, Santa Cruz. Dr. Estes is an international expert on sea otters and the critical role of apex predators in the marine environment. Dr. Estes's most recent research addresses the unanticipated collapse of sea otters and kelp forests in western Alaska and the cascading effects of whaling on food webs in the Pacific Ocean. For more information on Dr. Estes click here.
Symposia:
Dr. John A. Yunger will convene "Habitat Loss and Fragmentation: Impacts of Urban Sprawl on Mammals" on Wednesday 16 June (0800-1000 h) in the JVD Auditorium. Please note that "Problems of Sampling and Statistical Assessment in Mammalogy Research" (previously scheduled for Monday 14 June (1530-1730 h), has been cancelled.
Technical Sessions:
The meetings begin formally with the Welcome and Plenary Session on Sunday, 13 June (0800 h), and end with the Capstone Session on Wednesday afternoon (1630-1800 h), 16 June. The Plenary Session and the Capstone Addresses will be held in the JVD auditorium. Contributed oral papers will run concurrently in the JVD Auditorium, the Kate Buchanan Room (University Center) and Goodwin Forum (Nelson Hall). Poster sessions will be held in the Depot (University Center). Each of these venues is within a 1 min walk of one another.
Board of Directors' Meeting:
Saturday, 12 June (0900-1700 h) and Tuesday, 15 June (1200-1330 h) in Nelson Hall (room number TBA).
Committee Meetings:
To be arranged by committee chairs. Reservations can be made (preferably before 15 March 2004) by contacting Brian Arbogast (707-826-4180 or bsa2@humboldt.edu), or during meeting at ASM Local Committee desk.
Member's Meetings:
There are 2 members' meetings scheduled: I , Monday, 14 June (1000-1200 h) and II , Tuesday, 15 June (1030-1200 h). Both meetings will be in the John Van Duzer (JVD) Auditorium and will be open to all registrants; however, only active members of the Society will be permitted to vote. Attendance by the membership is strongly encouraged.
Group Photograph:
Tuesday, 15 June (1000-1015 h), on the University Plaza in front of clock tower.
Gordon Kirkland Memorial Run for Research:
Tuesday, 15 June (0630-0730 h). Five km run and 1 mile walk through Arcata Community Forest. Proceeds will go to the Future Mammalogists Fund, and prizes will be awarded to winners. Check registration packet for details when you arrive.
Field Trips
We will be offering two guided Marine Mammal Cruises aboard the HSU Research Vessel R/V Coral Sea. These will be on 12 June and 17 June from approximately 0700 - 1400 h. Each trip costs $65/ person and is limited to 24 persons. Availability will be on a first-come first-serve basis. For more information please click here.
Family Programs
Arcata and the surrounding area provide a spectacular array of outdoor and cultural activities, including Redwood National and State Parks home to the tallest trees in the world and long stretches of unspoiled beaches. Click here to find out more about these and other recreational opportunities.
Medical Care for Individuals Under 18
In case of an emergency, the authorization of medical care requires the signature of a parent or guardian for individuals under 18 years of age. Forms authorizing such care can be obtained by contacting the Chair of the Local Committee.
Childcare
For reasons of liability, Humboldt State University is unable to provide or recommend child-care providers.
Collecting Permits
Scientific collecting permits for individuals affiliated with colleges can be procured from California Department of Fish and Game, License and Revenue Branch, 3211 S Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 (Phone: (916) 227-2245; www.dfg.ca.gov/licensing/specialpermits/specialpermits.html. If interested, apply for your permit immediately, as the process often takes several months.
Vendors
Vendors pay a $195 registration fee (late fees are as stated above). This fee includes 1 display table in the Karshner/ South Lounge area in the center of oral and poster venues. Additional tables are available at $15 each. Pre-conference storage is available beginning Friday, 11 June. For further information please contact Michael King (museum@humboldt.edu; 707-826-4872).
Refunds
Refunds (minus a $50 handling fee) will be made if written notification is received before 1 May 2004.
Final Reminder
Abstract, registration, and registration fee for authors are due by 15 March 2004 . Deadline to avoid late registration is 1 May 2004 .
Non-North American Participants Only
We require online submission of abstracts via the conference web site for all participants. If this is not possible, please contact the chair of the local committee as soon as possible (Dr. Brian Arbogast; 707-826-4189 or bsa2@humboldt.edu) to make arrangements for alternate form of submission.
Payment, Posting, and Questions
Click here for the online registration forms. Payment by credit card will be accepted online via a secure server and by telephone . To make arrangements to pay by check or money order (in United States dollars, payable to Humboldt State University), or for registration or accommodation questions, please contact:
Office of Extended Education
Attention: ASM Conference
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521-8299
extended@humboldt.edu
Phone: (707) 826-3731
Fax: (707) 826-5885
Questions concerning abstract submission should be addressed to:
Steven A. Smith
College of Natural Resources and Sciences
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521
Phone: (707) 826-5475
Fax: (707) 826-3562
ss7006@humboldt.edu
Questions concerning program arrangements or other issues should be addressed to:
Brian S. Arbogast
Department of Biological Sciences
Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA 95521
Phone: (707) 826-4180; Fax: (707) 826-3201
bsa2@humboldt.edu