You are invited to participate as a presenter at the 9th Biennial State of Lake Michigan and 15th Annual Great Lakes Beach Association Joint Conference on October 28-30, 2015, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme (near Traverse City), Michigan. This joint conference will draw more than 350 resource managers, scientists, coastal planners, local officials, government agencies, students, and interest groups from around Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes.
We expect up to 18 sessions showcasing a variety of Lake Michigan and Great Lakes beach protection and restoration projects and issues. The Conference will also feature a regional event, the 8th Annual Freshwater Summit, on October 30 (agenda under separate development). There will be keynote addresses, plenary sessions, field trips, evening networking and poster receptions.
Interested presenters are invited to submit one or more abstracts for oral presentation and/or poster display
Questions on abstract submissions for Beach Issues: Contact Shannon Briggs at briggss4@michigan.gov.
Questions on abstract submissions for Lake Michigan Issues: Contact Matt Preisser preisserm@michigan.gov.
Questions or concerns regarding Web site issues or submission process: Contact Alana Berthold at bertholda@michigan.gov.
Source: DEQ
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