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March 2008

by Katie Mader — last modified 2008-03-10 17:20

Public Interest Environmental Law Conference (PIELC)

March 6th - 9th

Stop by the University of Oregon Law School lobby to check out McKenzie River Trust's table and visit with staff and board.

About the PIELC:
This four-day conference includes over 125 panels, workshops, and multi-media presentations addressing a broad spectrum of environmental law and advocacy. Topics include: forest protection and ecological restoration, grazing and mining reform, labor and human rights, air and water pollution, Native American treaty rights, globalization and "free" trade, environmental justice, corporate responsibility, marine wilderness, international environmental law, water rights and dam removal, oil and gas litigation, genetic engineering, and urban growth. Each day of the Conference culminates with keynote presentations from preeminent activists, scientists, politicians, philosophers, and authors. Past keynote speakers include Robert Kennedy, Ralph Nader, David Brower, Terry Tempest Williams, Ward Churchill, Vandana Shiva, Paul Watson, Winona LaDuke, Gerry Spence, Ramona Africa, Paul Hawken, and several recipients of the international Goldman Environmental Prize. The Conference has become an event full of energy, innovation, and inspiration for all of us involved in the environmental movement.

For hours and other information visit PIELC website at www.pielc.org

Green Island Naturalist Tour

Sunday, March 30th

Please join the McKenzie River Trust for a tour of Green Island as seen through the eyes of local botanist Bruce Newhouse and local biologist Peg Boulay. There is sure to be a wealth of information between these two friends of the Trust, along with the budding Spring scenery of Green Island.

When: Sunday, March 30th 10am - noon. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

Where: Green Island, Coburg
Directions from Eugene: Head north on Coburg Road to the town of Coburg. From downtown Coburg, continue approx.2 miles to a left turn onto Green Island Road when Coburg Road turns 90 degrees right. Follow signs and please drive slowly on the gravel road.

What to Bring: Sturdy and comfortable close-toes shoes, appropriate clothing for the weather, water and binoculars if you have them. We will provide extra water and snacks.

Please RSVP to Karen at (541) 345-2799 or karen@mckenzieriver.org. Space is limited to 15 people.