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NACCR2026 Communications Toolkit
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, News#NACCR2026 is right around the corner! Engage with your fellow attendees and us on social media with our handy social media graphics and captions 💡
Access the toolkit to download and be sure to tag us: https://scbnorthamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/NACCR2026-Attendees-Social-Media-Toolkit.pdf
Conference Presentation Tip Resources
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, News, Student AffairsAre you a student or researcher presenting at a conference in the near future, including NACCR 2026, for the first time? 🎙️
Check out the slideshow from our student affairs committee to prepare for your talk: https://scbnorthamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/student_affairs_webinar_June2026.pdf
Register! 6/24 Ethics Webinar: One Health & The Tree Kangaroo Conservation Project
Frontpage Article, General, News, PolicyJoin us for another session in our webinar series focused on One Health on Wednesday, June 24, from 2 to 3:30 PM CDT! 🌲🦘The Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program was founded at the Woodland Park Zoo (Seattle, WA, USA) in 1996.
Joining us to talk about the program and its ethical dimensions are the founder, Dr. Lisa Dabek of the Woodland Park Zoo, and physician and emeritus zoo board member Dr. Rob Liddell of the University of Washington’s Center for One Health Research.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Kg_Wv-EZRbSxRrm32oF9vA
Join us at the NACCR2026 Closing Ceremony!
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, NewsLooking for more networking opportunities at #NACCR2026? Join us after a successful conference for some delicious food and fun activities, and to connect with your fellow attendees at the closing ceremony!
Located in Milwaukee’s famous Deer District (less than a 5 min walk from our conference venue), The New Fashioned will serve as the Closing Reception venue for NACCR.
Our Closing Celebration is a paid event, with tickets at $20 USD per person. Tickets will include access to the venue’s 2nd floor (reserved for NACCR attendees) and all activities, along with a buffet-style dinner (drinks are not included).
Register via our conference system: https://www.xcdsystem.com/scbna/member
Regular registration for NACCR ends on July 12: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-registration/
NACCR2026 Host Hotel Reservations
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, NewsLooking for hotels at hashtag#NACCR2026 (July 12-16, Milwaukee, WI)? 🏨
Our host hotel is conveniently located next to our conference venue and with a direct connection to the venue’s South building.
Conference Rate: Queen Bed Single or Double: $200 USD/night excl. taxes (~15.9% combined local/county/state taxes)
Cut-off date for reservations under the room block with the negotiated group rate is on July 1, 2026. ⏰
Reserve today: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/2026-conference-hotel/
NACCR2026 Workshop Spotlight #1
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, NewsRegister by July 10 for workshop and short course at #NACCR2026 (July 12 to 16, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin)! ⏰
Workshop Spotlight #1 🎙️ From Facts to Action: Storytelling for Conservation Impact
Organizer: Anna Funk, Founder & Communications Strategist, Ampliflora
Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026 (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-workshops-short-courses/ You will:
Register here: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-registration/
Unique NACCR Component: Art-Sci Workshop
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, News#NACCR2026 (July 12 to 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is approaching fast! 🤩
Introducing a unique conference event to our program lineup: the Art-Sci Workshop!
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 15, 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Organized by: Creature Conserve
The goal is to give participants practice using creative tools to solve problems and engage audiences in new ways. This includes two artist presentations followed by a collaborative break-out session with creative “making” time. Participants will also have the opportunity to experiment with different artistic media that they can incorporate into their scientific work.
NACCR2026 regular registration ends on July 12, 2026.
Learn more here: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/education-forum-arts-based-learning/
Celebrating AAPI Month!
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, NewsLooking back on this Asian American Pacific-Islander Heritage Month, we would like to take a moment to honor the rich history, cultures, and diversity of our #AAPI communities. Please join us to celebrate their significant contributions to conservation again!
NACCR2026 Plenary Spotlight #3
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, News#NACCR2026 is approaching soon, from July 12 to 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! 🤩
Plenary Spotlight #3 🤝 Indigenous-led Conservation & Restoration in the Great Lakes
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:30 am CST (1.5 hours)
https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-plenaries/
This plenary brings together indigenous leaders and land managers from multiple Tribal Nations in Minnesota and Wisconsin to share knowledge, experiences, and strategies in ecological restoration and conservation on tribal lands.
Speakers will:
Regular registration for NACCR 2026 ends July 12: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-registration/
NACCR2026 Plenary Spotlight #2
Frontpage Article, General, NACCB, News#NACCR2026 is approaching soon, from July 12 to 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! 🤩
Plenary Spotlight #2 💡 Conservation and Restoration in Urban Ecosystems Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:30 am CST (1.5 hours)
https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-plenaries/
According to the United Nations, more than half of the world’s population resides in urban areas, and this figure is projected to rise to almost 70% by 2050. 🏙️ This plenary brings together researchers and practitioners to explore the challenges and opportunities for conservation and restoration in urban areas. The session will examine critical issues such as conservation and biodiversity in urban environments, the impacts of the wildland–urban interface, and the fragmentation effects of road networks on ecosystems, habitats, and individual species. Speakers will also highlight strategies for restoration and conservation of large-scale urban forests, wetlands, and river ecosystems, for the benefit of both people and nature. Central to the discussion is the role of local communities in shaping decision-making processes, offering practical insights into more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban ecosystems. 🤝
Regular registration for NACCR 2026 ends July 12: https://scbnorthamerica.org/index.php/naccr-2026-registration/