February 26-March 2, 2007

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
-General Academic Information
-International Programs
-Student Organization
-Workshop/Activity Information
-Scholarships
-Employment Opportunities
     Internships/Seasonal Jobs
        Wildlife/Fisheries
        Education & Interpretation
        Forestry/Restoration/Conservation
    Full time/Permanent Positions
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GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION

!CHANCE TO WIN FREE GAS CARD!! NEW
Tell us what paths led you to Point! UWSP is administering an online survey, �Many Paths to Point�, to all undergraduate students at the university. The information gathered from this survey will help determine what led current UWSP undergraduate students to the university, how they chose their area of study, and what has impacted their career interests.  It will aid UWSP and other universities in improving their programs and recruitment for undergraduate students. We would really appreciate your participation in this survey!  �Paths� consists of seven questions and typically takes less than five minutes to complete. After completion, you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of four prizes: two $25 giftcards to the UWSP bookstore and two gas cards worth $25 each. (more prizes may be added) Surveys must be completed by Mar. 9.To take the �Paths� survey, click on the link on your MyPoint webpage or visit this website: https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/acl/survey/erin/survey_intro.htm

Student Success Center Hours
Sue's walk-in hours: Mon.-Thurs. 1-2:30pm. Quick questions only!
CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30pm.

Timetable is Now Available for Fall 2007
You can view the new timetable through your Mypoint web page.

Tutoring for Biology and NR Classes
Biology and Natural Resource class tutoring is going on right now. The cost is only $10 for the semester and you can sign up for as many tutoring groups as you like. To find out more information or to sign up, go to Room 018 in the basement of the LRC or click on the title to view the website.

Lost and Found
A silver beaded necklace was found on the floor of the stairwell last Tues. It has two small turquoise stones on either side of the pendant. Please stop by CNR 100 to identify the pendant and clasp if it is yours.

Lost! A cream 66 Degrees North fleece was lost in CNR 366 on Mon. Feb. 12 between 2-3pm. The fleece has black stripes on the sides and sleeves. It was from Iceland and has sentimental value to the owner. If you have any information please contact Jeremy Heise jheis837@uwsp.edu.  

Math Placement Exam
The next math placement exam will be held on Tues, Feb. 27 in SCI A225. Don't forget to bring your ID. Non-graphing calculators are allowed.

!Treehaven Application
Application deadline for the 2007 Treehaven Summer Camp is 3pm on Mar. 9 - applications and informational packet can be found at www.uwsp.edu/cnr/studentsuccesscenter
Faculty Assistant Applications for the 2007 Treehaven Summer Camp are available in 180 CNR  - applications deadline is 3pm on Mar. 9.

Information from Career Fair
Did you miss the CNR Career Fair? Don't worry! You can stop by the Student Success Center (180 CNR) to look through the materials tat were collected from over 30 employers.

CWES Summer Camp (NRES 385)
Applications for the 2 week CWES Summer camp will be available in mid-March (after the Treehaven application process is complete). Please watch the CNR Reporter for  details.

New Treehaven Tuition Fees
Please disregard the tuition costs listed in the Treehaven Informational Packet and the figures quoted at the Treehaven meeting because they have been changed. Below are the new costs for Treehaven, according to the Student Billing office.

Treehaven Survival Meeting
The women of WiNR will be having a Treehaven survival meeting on Mon, Feb. 26, 6pm CNR 120.  Come learn about the secrets of Treehaven, the fun things to do, how to succeed, and survive! Past participants will talk about what you need to know and bring before going to Treehaven.

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

Interested in visiting Costa Rica or Mexico/Belize? How about a semester in New Zealand with CNR Prof. Dr. Rick Wilke? Now is the time to sign up for the 2007-08 winterims and Fall 08 semester abroads! If you have any questions, would like to look at photographs, see past itineraries, etc�please contact Bobbi Kubish in CNR 174. Students who sign up for winterims before March 15 are eligible to apply for the IPSE scholarship (see below). Also see information about the Gilman International Scholarship below for another funding opportunity for all study abroad programs during the 07-08 academic year (i.e. Winterims, New Zealand, Australia, etc�).

Attention Forestry Students � An International Opportunity in Germany
Students are invited to participate in a Forest Management Tools course and tour of the Rhine Valley and Palatinate Forest, through the University of Freiburg in Germany. The course and field trip is scheduled for May 21^st � 25^th, 2007 and is suitable for Forestry students who have had, at a minimum, forest measurements, silvics and silviculture. The course will be given in English and practical visits will be throughout several regions of south-west Germany. If you are interested please contact Bobbi Kubish at bkubish@uwsp.edu or stop in CNR 174 for more information. Verbal commitment needs to be made by the end of February � please contact Bobbi via email if interested.  Five students maximum will be accepted. A CNR faculty person may or may not accompany the group. All credits are through University of Freiburg, Germany and students must cover their own expenses (estimated cost $1,200-1,500).

Study Abroad Scholarships Available for all UWSP Students. Apply today if you are planning to travel summer, fall or winterim 2007 (i.e. European Seminar, Costa Rica or Mexico/Belize winterim)! IPSE (International Programs Scholarship Endowment) scholarships are now available for all programs beginning in the summer of 2007.  These are given to UWSP students based on several factors, but merit, rather than need, is a hallmark for these scholarships.  UWSP continuing students are strongly encouraged to apply.  Deadline for all 2007 programs is March 15, 2007 --  ACT NOW.   Details and application (http://www.uwsp.edu/studyabroad/). CNR students can contact Bobbi Kubish (CNR 174) if you have additional questions.

Gilman International Travel Scholarships Available � Apply Today!
The Gilman International Scholarship is now accepting applications from students participating in study abroad programs during Fall 2007/ Academic Year 2007-2008. The Gilman Scholarship is open to all U.S. undergraduates, in good academic standing, who meet the criteria listed below:

• The applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of study abroad. 
• The applicant is applying to or has been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student's institution of higher education in the U.S.
• The applicant is studying abroad for at least four weeks in one country.
• The applicant is studying abroad in a country not currently under a U.S. Department of State Travel Warning or in Cuba.
• The applicant is studying on a program that begins between July 15, 2007 and October 15, 2007. The Fall cycle encompasses fall semester, quarter, and academic year programs. January term applicants should apply during the Spring 2008 cycle.

There has never been a better time to apply. More than 800 scholarship will be awarded to students during the 2007-2008 academic year. Award recipients will receive up to $5,000. Students apply online via the Gilman website, http://lists.iie.org/UM/T.asp?A1734.53224.18757.2.746341. The student online application deadline is April 3, 2007. The advisor certification deadline is April 10, 2007. Please review the full timeline online, which includes deadlines for advisors and transcripts (http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/apply/fall.html).

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association (EENA/NAI)
Come to EENA meetings if you are interested in environmental education, helping with Earth Week, or just having fun and making some friends. Meetings are every Tues. night at 7pm in CNR 122 and everyone is welcome.

SPEAK UP in SGA!
Hey CNR Students! EVERY WEEK SGA votes on legislation that directly affects you as students! Let your CNR Senators know how YOU feel and what YOU want. Check out our new board in the first floor, south hallway of the CNR (right by the West Lobby). Share your thoughts and opinions on the latest legislation and take time to express any concerns you have for UWSP. We are here to represent you! Stop by and have your voice heard!

The Wildlife Society
Thanks Tom Hauge WDNR Wildlife Biologist for speaking at the meeting! Come listen to our very own Matt Schuler speak next week about cool jobs and wildlife trips! Meetings are Tues. at 5pm in CNR 170.

UWSP Fire Crew
Fire Crew meetings are every Thurs. at 6pm in CNR 170. Come check out what we're all about! The fire crew will be hosting their annual Spring Fire Class Feb. 28 -Mar. 4. If you've ever wanted to fight wildland fires this is the class you need to take! The cost is $100 and that covers everything, but your lunch. Sign up in the fire crew office (CNR 361A ) by Feb. 21!

Society Of American Foresters
Hey all UWSP Pointers! Come join the Society of American Foresters every Thurs. night at 5pm in CNR 170. Join us every week  to learn a new "tree of the week," get the dates for all of our activities, or to enjoy one of the frequent speakers that come to inform us of a variety of technologies, jobs, and innovations in the forestry world. Hope to see you next Thursday!

Fisheries Society
Fisheries Society meetings are in CNR 255 on Wed. at 5:30pm. Many projects are just getting underway so now is the time to get involved. Everyone is welcome.

American Water Resources Association (AWRA)
Atttention Students! Come learn about the exciting projects taking place in AWRA including the new Rain Garden project. Also, at this weeks meeting there will be an exciting presentation given on water resources which members will be presenting at their alma mater or local schools. Additionally, the state AWRA meeting in Wisconsin Dells will be talked about. Secchi disks will be assembled after the meeting again this week for those who can stay. Meetings are every Tues. at 5pm in CNR 240.

Student Law Enforcement Association (SLEA)
We will be having a general meeting on Mon, Feb. 26 at 6pm in CNR 170. New faces are always welcome!

Women in Natural Resources (WiNR)
Mon, Feb. 26, 6pm CNR 120. Meeting about the secrets of Treehaven. Come learn about the fun things to do, how to succeed, and survive! Past participants will talk about what you need to know and bring before going to Treehaven.

Tues, Mar. 6, 5:30pm in Upper Studio of Allen Center. WiNR will be having a self-defense work shop led by three of our very own ladies. If you have questions contanct Maddie at kvanb281@uwsp.edu.

Mar. 10-11, weekend at Milwaukee Zoo for behind the scences. Leave Sat. at 8am. Dinner will be provided by WiNR. You have the choice to spend the night at some WiNR house or return on Sat. Please e-mail Sue if you would like to go, skissing@uwsp.edu.

WI Camps NEW
The WI Camps Meeting will be held in CNR 122 at 8pm on Tues, Feb. 26. Be sure to bring your environmental education ideas for our Mid-states discussion and sign-up for the 2007 t-shirt! If questions, please contact Megan at mfuhr761@uwsp.edu.

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WORKSHOP/ACTIVITY INFORMATION

Outdoor EdVentures Events
http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/outedven/trips.asp

Hunter Education for Women and Girls NEW
The Wisconsin Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program is offering a spring hunter education certification class in the College of Natural Resources, Apr. 3-May 8. The 6-week course will meet once a week from 5:30-8:30pm. Participants will learn firearm safety and shooting techniques, archery, hunter ethics, and more. Successful completion of the class earns Wisconsin DNR certification required to purchase a hunting license in the state. This is an important topic for anyone pursing a degree in natural resources. A ten dollar fee is required to hold your place in the class. For a course syllabus and registration information, contact Peggy Farrell, pfarrell@uwsp.edu. Register early as space is limited.

Undergraduate Research Information
Interested in undergraduate research? Follow this link to learn more about undergraduate research and the faculty and staff who are interested in working with you.
http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/research/symposium/

Schmeeckle Weekly Special
10% off of all Children's Books this week at the Schmeeckle Reserve Browse Shop!  This includes coloring books and activity guides.

Red-shouldered Hawk Workshop for Volunteers
Do you want to learn how to survey for a state threatened hawk?  Do you want to conduct your own survey this spring?  Click on the above title to find out more about this great opportunity!  This workshop is open to the public!  No previous experience required! 

NR 795 Spring Seminar Schedule
Check out the list of graduate student seminars. These would be great to attend for those thinking about graduate school or anyone interested in the seminar topics.

S!EO is Hiring NEW
The Student Involvement and Employment Office has a number of great job opportunities available! Because it is taking volunteerism under its wing, new positions are being added, including a Blood Drive Coordinator, Tutor Coordinator, Break Trip Coordinator, and Volunteer Coordinator. Other positions include Job Fair Coordinator, Promotions Coordinator, and Student Assistant. Check out http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/sieo/positions.htm for more information!

Treehaven Classes and Workshops
Check out some of the many programs offered at Treehaven this winter!!!

Introduction to Wolves
Experience shared learning with other wolf enthusiasts while tracking, studying in the classroom and field. You will experience actual tracking and a night time howling survey. 
WHEN: 6pm Fri. through lunch Sun, Mar. 2-4, 2007.
WHERE: UWSP-Treehaven, Tomahawk.
INSTRUCTORS: TWIN Staff.
FEE: Full Package $175 includes all meals, lodging & instruction; Commuter Package $120 includes 2 meals & instruction. NOTE: Excellent  undergraduate and graduate credit opportunity. Registrations due February 23.

Fly Tying & Trout Stream Entomology
This favorite workshop will introduce you to: basic fly tying techniques, tools and materials, trout stream invertebrates, stream ecology, resource ethics, and theories on hatch matching and fly presentation. You�ll have loads of fun learning to tie common, effective fly patterns for trout at a fraction of the cost!
WHEN: 7pm Fri.-lunch on Sun, March 2-4, 2007.
INSTRUCTORS: Gary Glennon, Stu Nelson, and Jeff Dimick, UWSP.
FEE: Weekend Retreat Package: $180. Includes 5 meals, lodging-2/room, instruction and materials; Commuter Package: $130. Includes Sat. lunch & dinner, Sun. lunch, instruction, and materials; Kids under 18 Package: $126 with adult package; includes 5 meals, instruction, materials, and free lodging with adult package. (3 kids packages per adult package). NOTE: Excellent opportunity for one undergraduate credit. Registration due Feb. 23, 2007.

Leave-No-Trace (LNT) Trainer / Backpacking
Learn LNT wilderness ethics by way of practical application on an overnight backpacking/camping adventure and become an LNT Trainer. Participants will be able to teach others about LNT principals.
WHEN: Mon. 9am-3pm Tues, May 21-22, 2007.
INSTRUCTOR: Jim Joque, UWSP.
FEE:  $65. NOTE: Includes meals, campsite & gear (except backpack, sleeping bag/pad & personal items). Excellent opportunity to earn one undergraduate credit. Registrations due May 14, 2007.

Give Someone Else's Money to Environmental Education
There is a "new" search engine at www.goodsearch.com that allows individuals to designate a nonprofit institution to which approximately a penny will be donated each time you perform a search. This search engine is based on Yahoo. The Wisconsin Environmental Education Foundation is now listed as an "approved" organization. Please consider giving this search engine a try. Just go to www.goodsearch.com type "Wisconsin Environmental Education Foundation" into the "Who Do You GoodSearch For?" box. Click the "verify" button and then type your search terms in the search box as usual. Obviously there is no obligation for you to use this search engine and obviously you could choose an organization other than the Wisconsin Environmental Education Foundation if you desired. Choosing the Wisconsin Environmental Education Foundation will enable the WEEF to provide concrete data regarding public support for the Foundation's goal of "supporting environmental education in all segments of society" (including the work of the CNR). Please consider making others aware of this opportunity to not only raise funds for EE, but to demonstrate the EE community's strength in numbers. (Note the WEEF was approved as an official GoodSearch organization on 2/2/07).

National Organization of Professional Hispanic NRCS Employees Training Conference NEW
Deadline: Apr. 30

Earth Week T-shirt Contest NEW
Are you interested in helping out with Earth Week. Do you have a great idea for an awesome Earth Week T-shirt. The Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association (EENA) is having a T-shirt design contest. The winning design will be made into T-shirts for this years Earth Week. Submit entries to Brandon Caley, bcale397@uwsp.edu. Also stop by EENA meetings on Tues. at 7pm in CNR 122 to show off your design or just to get involved helping out with Earth Week.

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SCHOLARSHIPS
*Click on title for application and more information

Izaak Walton League Bill Cook Chapter Scholarship
The Bill Cook Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America is offering a $400 scholarship to CNR majors of junior or senior status.
Deadline: Mar. 1

Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program
Must be enrolled in a Native American Tribe or Native Alaska Corporation and interested in natural resources.
Deadline: Mar. 23, 2007, 5pm

Shimano's Take Me Fishing Scholarship
Deadline: Mar. 31

Izaak Walton League of America National Conservation Scholarships
Deadline: Apr. 1

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program NEW
Deadline: Apr. 3

Ben Meadows Natural Resources Scholarships
The Ben Meadows Company announces two scholarships administered through the Society of American Foresters (SAF) for college students enrolled in natural resources programs. The scholarships, one for academic achievement and one based on leadership, are each worth $2,500. Students must be entering their junior or senior years and enrolled full time in a Natural Resource curriculum at the baccalaureate level. Applications are due by June 30, 2007. Eligible students are encouraged to apply. Instructions, complete requirements, and the application form can be found on the Ben Meadows website.

Between the Lakes Chapter-Muskies Inc. Scholarship
Must be a junior or Senior pursuing a Natural Resources major.  At least one scholarship will be rewarded in the amount of $750.  Stop by CNR 180 to pick up an application. Deadline: Apr. 1.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
*For job descriptions and application process, click on title of job (it will link you to a PDF).

Employment Links
Links to every conservation/environmental management state agency for all 50 states and the District of Columbia which usually post job opportunities (including seasonal jobs and internships) put together by Mike Pagel from Career Services. There are 176 agencies linked along with 161 employment pages.
http://www.uwsp.edu/career/Science.htm

Environmental Education/Interpretation Jobs
Many job opportunities are available! Visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle/interp/jobs/ for more information.

WDNR Limited Term Employment Jobs
Seasonal jobs from across the state. Many positions are available.

More Jobs
For more jobs stop by the Student Success Center (CNR 180) and ask to take a look at the job book.

Internships/Seasonal Jobs

Iowa DNR Wetland Monitoring Positions
The Iowa DNR Watershed Monitoring and Assessment Section is seeking two summer wetland monitoring assistants. Assistants will work with wetland monitoring biologists to identify, measure, collect, and record various types of biological, chemical and physical data from wetlands and shallow lakes located in north central/west Iowa. The objectives of this project are to assess the ecological condition of wetlands related to statewide initiatives to improve water quality. Applicants must have a good understanding of basic wetland ecology, outdoor skills, be willing to work long hours in the field under all types of weather conditions, and be able to perform moderate physical work such as carrying sampling equipment while walking through marshy areas, loading/unloading canoes, etc. Pay will be a stipend of $1500/ month and housing will be provided. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume including the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references electronically or by mail to:
Vince Evelsizer � Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources
109 Trowbridge Hall
Iowa City, IA 52242-1319
vevelsizer@igsb.uiowa.edu
(319) 335�1574

Split Rock Lighthouse S.P. Office and Administrative Specialist NEW
Deadline: Feb. 26

Assateague Island National Seashore Summer GIS Positions
Assateague Island National Seashore seeks to hire a GIS Technician to work in the Natural Resource Management Division during Summer 2007. The position will be full-time for 12 weeks between May and Aug. 2007, with the possibility of continued part-time work in the fall. Send form OF-612 (available at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/forms.asp) or resume (to include information required on form OF-612), contact information for two references, college transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), and documentation of full-time student enrollment to:
Courtney Schupp
Assateague Island National Seashore
7206 National Seashore Lane
Berlin, MD 21811
Courtney_Schupp@nps.gov
Deadline: Feb. 26

Summer Research Opportunities in Environmental Sciences and Engineering at Clarkson University
Sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF)
Deadline: Mar. 1

Kansas State University Undergraduate Research Position
This is a 10 week program researching grassland ecology at Konza Prairie Biological Station. Included is housing, 3 credits for a grassland ecology course, and a $4,000 stipend. If interested, send an application before Mar. 1, 2007.

Fly Fishing Discovery Center Positions
The Federation of Fly Fishers is currently accepting applications for summer intern positions in the following areas: Recreation Management, Fisheries Conservation, Angling and Aquatic Education, Advertising and Marketing, Library Science, and Museum/Interpretive Center Management. Internship positions are full time for a period of 12 weeks. Start and end dates are flexible. A stipend of $1,500 will be provided. Housing is not included. Interns will be based at FFF Headquarters ~ Fly Fishing Discovery Center, Livingston, Montana.To apply, submit resume and cover letter to:
Conservation Coordinator
Federation of Fly Fishers
215 East Lewis St.
Livingston, Montana 59047
conserve@fedflyfishers.org
Deadline: Mar. 1

Mountain Lake Biological Station Research Experiences
Click here for Announcement Flyer
Click here for On-line Application
Deadline: Mar. 1

Madison Audubon Society Restoration Ecology Intership
Deadline: Mar. 2

Research Experiences with the University of Colorado
Deadline: Mar. 2

Iowa DNR Watershed Monitoring Technician
Deadline: Mar. 5

Harvard Forest Summer Research Projects
Deadline: Mar. 7

Chicago Botanic Garden Internship NEW
Deadline: Mar. 7

Hancock Agricultural Field Station Research Assistant NEW
Interviews will be held in the Biology conference room CNR 165 on Mon, Mar. 12 from 10:30am-2pm.
Deadline: Mar. 9

Catalina Island Conservancy Internship Program NEW
Deadline: Mar. 10

USFS Northern Research Station Positions NEW
Deadline: Mar. 16

Fort McCoy Vegetation Surveys and Land Monitoring Assessments NEW
Deadline: April 17

SE Wisconsin Land Trust Intern
Deadline: April 25

Wetland and Aquatic Conservation Summer Internships
Various internships are available through V3, an environmental engineering corporation is Illinois.
Wetland Intern Announcement
Aquatic Intern Announcement
Deadline: Apr. 30

NRCS Positions Available in Maine NEW
Deadline: Apr. 30

Summer Camp Employment
Spend your summer camping, teaching outdoors, swimming and having FUN with youth and teens. Make a difference, gain experience and earn a great wage! YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and responsible people to fill these staff positions: Resident and Day Camp Counselors/Naturalists, Program Coordinators, Waterfront Director, Adventure Trip Staff and Cooks.  Positions will be filled as experienced applicants are identified. Any questions email pmatthai@spymca.org.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida Internship Positions
Various positions available to work in environmental education and wildlife research. Click on the title to access the web site and go to the internships page to view openings.

Grand Teton Lodge Company Positions
Check out the many positions available at this beautiful lodge in Wyoming.

Conservation on the Land Internship Program
Many positions are available through this internship program. All internships provide practical, on-the-job experience for college students in areas such as resource management, wildlife/wetlands management, water quality and nutrient management. Check the website often for updates on new internships.

Marsh-N-Stream Summer Kayak Guide

Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Job Openings

Brown County Planning and Land Service Internship
Apply Now.

Treehaven Summer Internship
Treehaven is seeking an applicant to work in applied natural resource management and related research. Apply as soon as possible.

Wehr Nature Center Internship NEW
For more information, contact:
Wehr Nature Center
 Mark Verhagen
 9701 W. College Ave
 Franklin, WI 53132
 Ph: 414-425-8550
 Email: mark.verhagen@ces.uwex.edu

Johnson's Nursery Positions NEW

King Lab Field and Research Assistant Positions NEW

Little River Summer Positions NEW
Lake Sturgeon Technician
Habitat Restoration Technician

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Wildlife/Fisheries

Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin Breeding Bird Research Assistant
Three field research assistants are needed for conduct point counts, marking survey locations, data entry, and
vegetation sampling in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin from May 25-mid July. To apply send letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references to:
Jim Lind, Natural Resources Research Institute
5013 Miller Trunk Hwy.
Duluth, MN 55811
or e-mail to jlind@nrri.umn.edu
Open until filled.

Short-tailed Hawk Field Researcher
Deadline: Feb. 23

MinnAqua Summer Internships
Minnesota DNR, Division of Fish and Wildlife
Deadline: Feb. 23

Seney NWR Waterbird Internship
Deadline: Feb. 24

Bird Surveyor Positions
Three surveyors are needed from Apr. 1-May 11, 2007 to conduct morning transect surveys to detect migrant landbirds during spring migration near Yuma, Arizona. Applicants must be able to identify western birds by sight and sound. All positions will assist with data entry and any additional research activities. All individuals are required to work 6 to 7 days a week, have the ability to work and live well with others, and tolerate heat and biting insects. Pay rate will be $1,500/ month. Housing and a food stipend will be provided.
Send letter of interest (including available dates), resume, and phone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to Dr. Richard Fischer, U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Cntr., 3713 Glenmeade Rd., Louisville, KY 40218; or preferably by email:
Richard.A.Fischer@erdc.usace.army.mil. Applications will be accepted until positions filled.

Five surveyors are needed from Mar. 24-May 7, 2007 to conduct morning and afternoon transect surveys during spring migration on Fort Polk in western Louisiana. Applicants must be able to identify eastern birds by sight and sound. All positions will assist with data entry and any additional research activities. All individuals are required to work 6 to 7 days a week, have the ability to work and live well with others, and tolerate heat and biting insects. Pay rate will be $1,500/ month and housing will be provided. Send letter of interest (including available dates), resume, and phone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to Emily Cohen, 118 College Dr. Box 5018, Dept. of Biological Sciences, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 or by email: emlcohen@hotmail.com. Applications will be accepted until positions filled.

Calder Summer Undergraduate Research (CSUR) Program
Fordham University and the Louis Calder Center - Biological Station is offering paid research opportunities for undergraduate students to gain research experience in a variety of biological field studies. The 2007 summer program will run from May 29 through Aug. 17, 2007. Applications are due in our office no later than Mar. 1, 2007.

Isle Royale Summer Internship
Deadline: Mar. 1

Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Shorebird Internship
Shorebird interns will primarily collect data and monitor a population of the threatened piping plovers and other beach nesting birds on Chincoteague NWR. Duties will include daily piping plover, oystercatcher, tern, and skimmer surveys including nest searches, behavioral observations, nest/brood monitoring, and predator monitoring. A stipend of $150/week living expenses plus housing. Send or e-mail resume to:
Amanda Daisey, Wildlife Biologist
USFWS-Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 62
Chincoteague, VA 23336-0062
Phone: 757-336-6122 Fax: 757-336-5273
Amanda_Daisey@fws.gov
Deadline: Mar. 1

Bat Research Technician
Two positions needed from Apr. 16 through Nov. 16, 2007 for acoustic monitoring studies of bat activity at proposed wind facilities in south-central Pennsylvania near Somerset. Salary is $2,400/month and housing and field vehicles will be provided. To apply, a letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:
Ed Arnett
earnett@batcon.org
Deadline: Mar. 1

Eastern Illinois University Wildlife Field Technician NEW
Deadline: Mar. 2

Rachel Carson NWR Internship NEW
Deadline: Mar. 9

Montana Fish and Wildlife Information Specialist
Deadline: Mar. 12

Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Fisheries Biologist
Deadline: Mar. 16

Geneva Lake Hydrology Internship
Deadline: Mar. 16

Coleman Lake Club Guide and Habitat Improvement NEW
Send resumes to colemanlake@hughes.net .

Turtle Ecology Intern
Deadline: Mar. 30

Water Quality Technician
Deadline: Mar. 31

Medicine Lake NWR Wildlife Internship
Deadline: Apr. 1

Waterfowl Management Position
Deadline: Apr. 1

Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Technician
Deadline: May 11

Urban Watershed Ecology Summer Research Experience
Paid summer research experiences are available through the Environmental Institute for Cleveland State University. Click on the title for more information. If you have any questions, contact Dr. B. Michael Walton at b.walton@csuohio.edu or 216-687-4890.

White-tailed Hawk Field Research Assistant

Minocqua Wildwood Park Summer Internships

Peatland Bird Survey Technician
UW Stevens Point is seeking 3 summer field technicians to assist a graduate student with research on passerine bird communities of peatlands in Wisconsin.  Duties will include conducting bird point counts and sampling vegetation at study sites statewide. Desirable applicants must have experience with point count surveys and eastern bird identification (both audio and visual). GPS navigation, topographic map reading skills, and ability to use a compass also are necessary. Experience identifying wetland and/or peatland vegetation and forest measurement techniques are a plus. Must be able to travel extensively and work alone in early mornings and under rigorous field conditions.  Interns would be paid $12/hr and would work throughout Wisconsin from mid-May through July 15. Travel and lodging expenses will be paid. Interested applicants should send (email or regular mail) letter of interest, resume/CV with references, and contact information to:

Stephanie B. Zolkowski
Graduate Research Assistant
College of Natural Resources
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
800 Reserve Street
Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897

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Education & Interpretation

Wisconsin Lions Camp Summer EE Positions

North Lakeland Discovery Center
EE Position
Naturalist Position
Deadline: Mar. 1

Soudan Underground Mine S.P. Interpreter NEW
Deadline: Mar. 1

Conservation Education Intern, Shelter Island, NY
Deadline: Mar. 2

Jefferson County Park Ranger Intern
Jefferson County Conservation Board is looking for a park ranger intern to assist in the maintenance of nine county parks. Duties include collection of camping fees, monitoring shelter and cabin rentals, enforcement of park rules and regulations, general park maintenance, assist Naturalist in environmental education programs, and assist in forestry and vegetation management and trail construction. Position starts when student is available in May and terminates in early Sept. On-site housing will be provided in a Jefferson County Park. Salary will be $6.75-7.50/hr. To apply, pleased submit cover letter and resume to:
Dennis Lewiston, Director
Jefferson County Conservation Board
2003 Libertyville Rd.
Fairfield, IA 52556
Tel.: 641-472-4421
Deadline: Mar. 15

Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary Environmental Educator NEW
Deadline: Mar. 16

West Wisconsin Land Trust EE Intern
Deadline: Mar. 25

CWES job openings for summer 2007!
The Central Wisconsin Environmental Station is now accepting applications for the 2007 summer camp positions. This year we are looking for a Summer Camp Director, Assistant Director, Health Care Counselor, and 8 Counselor/Naturalists. Spend this summer on Sunset Lake building your resume with a challenging and rewarding experience that will leave you with memories that last a lifetime. For complete job descriptions, visit our website at http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/cwes.

Schmeeckle Employment Opportunities !!!
Schmeeckle Reserve is looking to hire enthusiastic students with work-study for both Office Staff and Maintenance Staff positions during the Spring '07 semester! If you are interested please visit the Schmeeckle website at www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle/jobs/ and click on "current job openings" to fill out an application on-line.

Vermont Youth Conservation Corps Openings
The VYCC has many openings to lead conservation and education programs for the summer. Visit the website at www.vycc.org to check it out or call 1-800-639-8922 ext. 200 if you have any questions.

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Education Intern

SeaCamp Science Instructor
Science instructors are needed to teach marine biology, coral reef ecology, and other marine and environmental sciences at SeaCamp in the Florida Keys. Applicants must be at least 21 years old with a Bachelors degree in Science or a related field. Boating, aquatic skills, and/or scuba certification is preferred but not required. To apply, send resume and transcript to staff_flyer@seacamp.org.

Camp Wildlife Summer Counselor

Glacier Hollow YMCA Summer Camp Positions
Deadline: April 15

Chincoteague NWR EE Internship NEW

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Forestry/Restoration/Conservation

Timber Management Seasonal Positions with Bridger-Teton National Forest
Job Announcement/Information
OF-612 Application
FS-6100-05 Application
OF-306 Declaration

Upper Michigan Land Management and Wildlife Services Forestry Position

Peninsula State Park Invasive Species Intern

Forestry Ecology Internship UW-Madison
Deadline: Feb. 23

Forestry Student Trainee Position
Deadline: Feb. 28

Summer Research Assistant Positions
The Rocky Mountain Research Station of the Great Basin Ecosystem Management Project is looking for research assistants to do field and lab work with the pinyon-juniper woodland network experiment. Work includes sampling vegetation and soils in central and eastern Nevada sagebrush steppe, laboratory processing of the collected materials, and data entry. Salary is betweent $11- 13.83/hr depending on education and experience and housing will be provided by the Ely Ranger District for approximately %5/day. To apply, send cover letter, resume, contact information for three references and transcripts (unofficial) to:
Travis Miller, Site Manager
travismiller@fs.fed.us
USDA Forest Service, RMRS
825 Ave. E
Ely, NV 89301
(775)-289-5123
Deadline: Mar. 1

WDNR LTE Forester Position
Deadline: Mar. 6

Oak Regeneration Project Assistant NEW
Deadline: Mar. 6

Summer Field Research Assistant
The University of Minnesota is looking for students to do field research on prairie plants, especially Echinacea angustifolia, the narrow-leaved purple coneflower. Deadline to apply is Mar. 9.

USFS Forester Positions in Southeast Alaska
Positions are available for forestry in Southeast Alaska. Click on the title for job descriptions and go to AVUE digital services online to apply.
Deadline: Mar. 20

West Wisconsin Land Trust Site Restoration and Management Intern
Deadline: Mar. 25

Forest Ecology Internship Opportunity
The Forest Landscape and Ecosystem Ecology Laboratories is conducting an evaluation of how coarse woody debris and canopy gaps influence the long-term productivity, biodiversity, and carbon and nutrient cycling of the northern hardwoods forest and are looking for an intern. Click on the title to learn more. To apply, send
1) a cover letter describing prior experience/skills, topic preferences, and dates available; 2) resume, and 3) contact information for three references to:
Jodi Forrester
University of Wisconsin-Madison
1630 Linden Dr., 120 Russell Labs
Madison, WI 53706
jforrester@wisc.edu

South Dakota Forestry and GIS Interns
Forest Health Intern
Urban Forestry Intern
GIS Intern
Conservation Intern
Web Page Intern

Minnesota DNR Forestry Internships
If interested in any of the positions, sign up for an interview time on Fri, Feb. 16 from 8am-12pm. Sign up sheet is available on Dr. Geesey's office door, CNR 367. There will also be an internship meeting on Tues, Feb. 13 from 6-7pm in CNR 359.
Click here for a description of the positions
Click here for an application

Westfield Highlands Forest Partnership Intern Chester, MA
Deadline: April 2

Oklahoma Forestry Service Intern

Indiana State Forest Forestry Technician
Deadline: Until position is filled.

Indiana Cooperative Forest Management technician
Deadline: Until position is filled.

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Full-time/Permanent Positions

Davey Tree Expert Company Forestry Data Collector

Davey Tree Expert Company Pole Tester

Besse Forest Products Group Log Yard Supervisor

Minnesota DNR Entry Level Forestry Positions
Deadline: Mar. 9

Oklahoma Forestry Service Positions

Johnson's Nursery Positions NEW

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The CNR Reporter is a weekly publication of the College of Natural Resources. It is available online at www.uwsp.edu/cnr/reporter. The CNR Reporter is e-mailed weekly to all CNR students and staff. Deadline for submissions is 9am on Fridays. Submit information electronically using the article form found on our web page and email it to cnrreporter@uwsp.edu.