Minnesota Waterfowl Symposium to be held during Minnesota Decoy Collectors Show February 2010
The twelfth annual Minnesota Waterfowl Symposium will be held in conjunction with the Minnesota Decoy Collectors Show from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Ramada Mall of America. This year’s theme, “A Waterfowler’s Workshop,&rdquoWill feature presentations by leading waterfowl and wetland experts from Minnesota, neighboring states and provinces, and members of the migratory bird hunting community
The symposium is free and open to the public; however, limited seating will be available.
The program will address the current status of waterfowl populations, hunting regulations, species management problems, decoys and calling, duck hunter’s views and the future of waterfowl hunting. There will be special displays to support program topics. The symposium is sponsored by the Minnesota Waterfowl Association, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and supported by Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl, and other organizations and individuals.
Refreshments will be served during morning and afternoon breaks.
The Ramada is located at 2300 East American Blvd., in Bloomington, near Mall of America. Lodging is available at the hotel for a reduced rate of $89.00 / night + tax , single or double. When making reservations refer to the Waterfowl Symposium. Reservations should be made no later than Friday, January 15, 2010, to obtain special rates (Phone 952-854-3411 or 1-800-272-6232, or Fax: 952-548-3601). There will be free parking in the adjacent hotel ramp. Attendees are responsible for making travel and lodging arrangements.
For further information contact Harvey Nelson, symposium coordinator, at 952-831-8333 or HKNels_50@q.com. Additional information may be obtained by calling Minnesota Waterfowl Association at 952-767-0320.
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