challenges, opportunities, and research needs of parks and protected areas in northern ontario studied

(thunder bay - april 30, 2004) the parks research forum of ontario (prfo) is holding a conference entitled "challenges, opportunities, and research needs of parks and protected areas in northern ontario" may 4 to 6 at 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 .

the aim of the conference is to identify common challenges facing researchers, planners, and managers working in parks and protected areas; and to identify and to prioritize needs for
social and ecological research in these areas. as well, the participants intend to investigate opportunities for collaboration among interested parties in research on and the planning and managing of parks and protected areas; and to provide an opportunity for presentation and discussion of a wide range of research on parks and protected areas.

"northern ontario is home to numerous parks and protected areas, and it is important that researchers and other interested parties join together to share ideas on how to face the challenges and opportunities of these areas," says dr. bob payne, conference organizer and professor in lakehead's school of outdoor recreation, parks, and tourism.

this three-day conference will cover a range of themes, including land use and planning; human dimensions; stewardship and restoration; and species at risk. the third day consists of a field trip to lake superior's north shore.

members of the media are welcome to attend any or all of the event (an agenda will be faxed out prior to the conference). to interview dr. payne prior to the event, call marla tomlinson at 343-8177.
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