[color=#000000]Third Annual Alligator Symposium and Workshop
Independence Seaport Museum
Philadelphia, Penn.
November 8, 2005
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Office of Naval Research, and the Independence Seaport Museum cordially invite you to attend the Third Annual Alligator Symposium and Workshop.
When
Tuesday, November 8, 2005
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (with optional activities thereafter)
Where
Independence Seaport Museum
211 South Columbus Blvd. & Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106-3199
Objectives
Provide all attendees an update on the status of the "hunt," an overview of the latest historical research about the Alligator, a report on the local search for “Alligator Junior,†and a summary of various Alligator-oriented education and outreach efforts
Identify gaps in the historical and technical research, and develop strategies for filling those gaps
Clarify the roles, responsibilities, resources, and capabilities of the partner groups and identify next steps
Format
In addition to being informational, this symposium will be a working meeting for those who are actively involved in Alligator-related historical research, education and outreach, and ocean exploration. Following the presentation portion of the program, three breakout groups will be formed]David.L.Hall@noaa.gov[/email] or (301) 713-7248. Please indicate which breakout session you wish to attend.
Lodging
Symposium participants are responsible for making their own lodging and travel arrangements. There are a number of hotels located near the Independence Seaport Museum. For a list of area hotels, visit the Independence Seaport Museum’s Web site at www.gophila.gov/accomodations.
Preliminary Agenda
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Independence Seaport Museum
Philadelphia, Penn.
November 8, 2005
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Office of Naval Research, and the Independence Seaport Museum cordially invite you to attend the Third Annual Alligator Symposium and Workshop.
When
Tuesday, November 8, 2005
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (with optional activities thereafter)
Where
Independence Seaport Museum
211 South Columbus Blvd. & Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106-3199
Objectives
Provide all attendees an update on the status of the "hunt," an overview of the latest historical research about the Alligator, a report on the local search for “Alligator Junior,†and a summary of various Alligator-oriented education and outreach efforts
Identify gaps in the historical and technical research, and develop strategies for filling those gaps
Clarify the roles, responsibilities, resources, and capabilities of the partner groups and identify next steps
Format
In addition to being informational, this symposium will be a working meeting for those who are actively involved in Alligator-related historical research, education and outreach, and ocean exploration. Following the presentation portion of the program, three breakout groups will be formed]David.L.Hall@noaa.gov[/email] or (301) 713-7248. Please indicate which breakout session you wish to attend.
Lodging
Symposium participants are responsible for making their own lodging and travel arrangements. There are a number of hotels located near the Independence Seaport Museum. For a list of area hotels, visit the Independence Seaport Museum’s Web site at www.gophila.gov/accomodations.
Preliminary Agenda
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