The Wildlifer
President’s Podium
My president’s agenda includes an objective to inspire wildlife professionals to share their science widely and engage with the public. One of the most effective ways to reach the broader public involves the increasingly popular medium [...]
Leadership Institute Participants Announced
On May 13, TWS released the list of participants who have been chosen to attend the 2013 TWS Leadership Institute. These promising early-career wildlife professionals, selected from a competitive pool of applicants, will participate in a [...]
Annual Conference News
The Wildlife Society is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of our Annual Conference this year in Milwaukee. The conference takes place October 5-10 and registration will open up in June. In the meantime, you can view the [...]
News from Headquarters
Kindle Winners The Wildlife Society April membership promotion was a great success. We had more than 500 members join or renew their membership. Ruth D’Amico from Moose Pass, AK; Robert Gano from Frankford, DE; and Laura [...]
Policy News
TWS Testimony to House and Senate Appropriation Subcommittees on Interior The Wildlife Society provided written testimony to both the House and Senate Appropriations Subcommittees on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies in support of strong funding for [...]
News from Student Chapters
New Student Chapter Approved at Delta State University We are pleased to welcome TWS’ newest student chapter at Delta State University (Mississippi). The Executive Board of the Southeastern Section of TWS approved its formation on April [...]
Related Wildlife News
First Call for Papers, 11th National Wild Turkey Symposium January 2016, Tucson, AZ The National Wild Turkey Symposium seeks original research, case studies, and synthesis papers on ecology and management of wild turkeys. The Symposium occurs every [...]
Meetings of Interest
Wetland Restoration & Creation Workshop June 11-12 Coconino National Forest Supervisor’s Office 1824 S. Thompson St. Flagstaff, AZ This two-day workshop focuses on practical, low-cost techniques for restoring or constructing wetlands and pooled water wetland habitats. [...]
Thoughts from the Executive Director
On April 16, I testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies in Washington, D.C. The Subcommittee is chaired by Congressman Simpson from Idaho, with Congressman Moran from Virginia serving as vice-Chair. [...]
Highlights from TWS’s Midyear Council Meeting
The Wildlife Society’s 2013 midyear Council Meeting was held March 24-25 during the 78th Annual North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference in Arlington, Virginia. New TWS Executive Director, Ken Williams, was welcomed and introduced to [...]
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The Challenge of Wolf Recovery
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Ants for — and as — Wildlife
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As Waterfowl Hunters Decline ...
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