April 4-9, 2020, Palm Springs, CA
AZA Mid-Year ConferenceMid-Year meeting of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Hosted by The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
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CANCELLED
Full Schedule: https://midyear.aza.org/2020/full_schedule.cfm
Workshop Descriptions: https://midyear.aza.org/2020/descriptions.cfm Icebreaker and Zoo Day: https://midyear.aza.org/2020/social_events.cfm As of March 6, this conference will be going forward. |
International Migratory Bird Day
May 12
Endangered Species
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May 15, 2020
June 8-12, 2020, West Palm Beach, FL
Level Up: Zoo Animal Behavior WorkshopPerfect for Animal Care professionals from zoos, aquariums, nature centers, museums, animal shelters including supervisors, managers, curators and interns, part-time staff and volunteers at all levels of experience!
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Fun and interactive hands-on 5 day workshop
Taught by expert animal behavior and welfare specialists: Precision Behavior and Palm Beach Zoo zoology staff Personalized 1:1 coaching Voluntary participation by animals Includes light breakfast, boxed lunch and snacks |
American Eagle Day
June 20 (annually)
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June 22-26, 2020, Salt Lake City, UT
CANCELLED
Zoos and Aquariums Committing to ConservationThe mission of the ZACC conference is to encourage and promote increased involvement of zoos and aquariums in support of field conservation – locally, nationally and internationally. Held on a biennial basis since 1995, the conference brings field researchers and zoo colleagues together to network, forge relationships and work together to mutually benefit and protect wildlife species and wild places.
A Quick Look:
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Owl Awareness Day
August 4 (annually)
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August 10-15, 2020, San Juan, Puerto Rico
North American Ornithological Conference 2020In 2020, AOS’s annual meeting will be part of the North American Ornithological Conference. Held every four years, this event brings together leading scientists, researchers, students & others in ornithology.
On behalf of the NAOC Steering Committee, we invite you to attend the 7th North American Ornithological Conference. We’re gathering in San Juan, Puerto Rico — the first time NAOC has visited the Caribbean! Our theme this year: "Flight paths addressing global change" |
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August 30-September 3, 2020, Los Angeles, CA
2020 AAZK conference"Lights, Camera...Take Action!" "A better future for wildlife through excellence in behavior management"
Hosted by Los Angeles AAZK Chapter and Los Angeles Zoo |
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Saturday, September 5, 2020
Internation Vulture Awareness DayThe first Saturday in September each year is International Vulture Awareness Day.
Visit our Vulture Day page for program ideas. |
Threatened Species Day
September 7
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September 27-October 1, 2020, Louisville, KY
The Wildlife Society Annual ConferenceThe Wildlife Society travels to Louisville, KY, in the fall of 2020 for its 27th annual conference. The Wildlife Society (TWS) conference is where wildlife students and professionals meet with their colleagues, present groundbreaking science and enhance their interdisciplinary skills. This conference is your opportunity to LEARN, NETWORK and ENGAGE live with other members from across North America and beyond.
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2-8 October, 2020, Boise, ID
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Visit a Zoo Day
December 27
Save the Eagle Day
January 10
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February 10-15, 2020, Wheeling, WV
Avian Management, Biology, & ConservationAvian Management, Biology and Conservation will enhance your effectiveness as a bird keeper and avian program leader. A major goal of the class is to teach critical thinking techniques that lead to informed decisions regarding the future of avian collections. Students will be given a variety of tools, techniques and best practices to provide a foundation for understanding and meeting current challenges in avian management.
Registration Deadline January 13th, 2020
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