November 15, 2006
Chicago Wilderness Congress

The Norris Center at Northwestern University

ABOUT
Congress is an opportunity to showcase CW projects, share perspectives, and network with colleagues from more than 190 member organizations. It is a day long event that occurs every two years; the 2006 event will include:

o Twenty sessions covering topics related to water and watersheds, land management and planning, ecology and restoration, social outreach and education, and more

o Guest speakers

o Award presentations

o Poster Session

REGISTRATION
Registration is on a first-come basis, and space is limited. The registration fee prior to October 15 is $20; thereafter the registration fee is $25. Online registration begins August 15, 2006 and can be accessed from the CW member website, www.chicagowilderness.org/members

A limited number of scholarships are available, for more information please contact Michelle Uting, manager of membership, at 847-965-9253 or muting@chicagowilderness.org

SCHEDULE
Registration and breakfast will run from 8am-8:45am. The opening plenary session will begin at 8:45am. The day will conclude with a closing plenary session that will end at 5pm.
Opening Plenary
Concurrent Session 1
Concurrent Session 2
Lunch & Awards Ceremony
Poster Session & Networking Period
Concurrent Session 3
Concurrent Session 4
Closing Plenary