| Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals
Monthly Digest October 2025 |
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In this edition - Reminder: Host the 2028 Biennial Conference in your state
- Renew your 2026 ANREP membership early
- ANREP 15th Biennial Conference update
- Final fall ANREP webinar on October 27
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Forest and Rangeland Taxation Meeting
- New aquatic invasive plants field guide available
- ANREP Helped Support our Professional Development at IUFRO
- Addressing Phosphorus Sustainability: Challenges and Opportunities Through the Lens of the African Continent
- Natural Resource Field Day Provided Outdoor Learning Opportunities
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Reminder
Host the 2028 ANREP Biennial Conference in your state!
RFP now available - due December 12, 2025
ANREP is now seeking proposals from Extension units that would like to host the National Extension Natural Resources Conference to be held in Spring 2028. Proposals will be accepted from any Extension faculty at Land Grant Universities in any state or territory. Extension faculty in two or more adjoining states may also co-host this event. While hosting a national conference is a lot of work, its a great way to show off your state's natural resources to colleagues from around the country, build your Extension team and highlight outstanding education programs. If you and colleagues in your state are even just nibbling at the idea of hosting the conference, please contact ANREP Executive Secretary Dean Solomon to learn more about what's involved. |
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Don't forget, you can renew your 2026 ANREP membership early! Every year we receive questions from members asking if they can pay their next-year's dues early, before invoices are issued in December. The answer is yes, definitely. Members can always renew their membership early. just log on at anrep.org (your email address is your username) and click on the Extend Your Membership Term link. It's very easy. |
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Upcoming professional development opportunities |
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ANREP 15th Biennial Conference Update Get ready to immerse yourself in the natural resource Extension world in Wilmington, North Carolina! |
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ANREP 2026: "Confluence of Knowledge" in Wilmington!
Get ready for the ANREP 2026 Biennial Conference, set for May 12-15, 2026, in beautiful Wilmington, North Carolina! The conference theme, "Confluence of Knowledge: Charting the Future of Natural Resource Extension," promises a vibrant exchange of ideas and experiences. This is your premier opportunity to connect with fellow Extension professionals, expand your expertise, and forge invaluable partnerships through educational keynotes, breakout sessions, tours, poster session, awards, and networking events. For more on conference details visit go.ncsu.edu/anrep2026
Call for Presentations - Closed Oct 1st.
We appreciate all the Natural Resource Extension professionals and students who took the time to submit proposals. We received over 150 proposals. The committee is looking forward to building a diverse and engaging technical program around the theme, “Confluence of Knowledge: Charting the Future of Natural Resource Extension.”
What Happens Next?
Proposals are being processed for blind review by ANREP volunteers based on the review criteria of general application, practice of Extension, and audience appeal. We anticipate sending out acceptance notifications in early December. Once proposals are finalized, all accepted presenters will be required to register for the conference. Actual conference registration will open soon.
Abstract Reviewers Needed!!!
Reviewers will assess presentation and poster abstracts (10-15 minutes per review) beginning in the fall of 2025. This role requires a few hours over several weeks and will be done using ANREPs online process. Don't miss this chance to contribute to an unforgettable ANREP experience! To volunteer visit here.
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ANREP Professional and Leadership Development Committee Webinar Series Final webinar on October 27
Are you interested to increase the success of your outreach efforts? If so, please join us for the final 2025 ANREP webinar series this fall, Teaching with Video with Penn State's Sandy Smith, Monday, October 27, 1:00 pm Eastern.
Miss some of this year's webinars? Click the button below to see all of the topics and view recordings. |
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Forest and Rangeland Taxation Meeting August 4-5, 2026 Duke University, Durham, NC |
This meeting seeks to initiate a dialogue incorporating research, extension/education, and practical perspectives on forest and rangeland taxation. We aim to explore the novel and unknown in terms of law, emerging markets, societal trends, and more. |
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Resource Exchange New aquatic invasive plants field guide available
By Paige Felice Michigan State University Extension
The Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams has released a new book "Aquatic Invasive Plants: A Field Guide for Michigan Lakes, Streams, and Ponds". This beginner-friendly resource features detailed illustrations and descriptions of 20 invasive aquatic plants, along with native lookalikes to aid in identification. The guide also includes instructions for reporting sightings, helping residents and recreational users play a key role in early detection and prevention. A free digital copy is available on the Center's website, and printed copies can be purchased through the MSU Bookstore.
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| ANREP Helped Support our Professional Development at IUFRO this Fall! |
By David R. Godwin, University of Florida School, and Sarah Cain, North Carolina State University In September, ANREP Professional Development scholarships enabled us to learn from colleagues gathered from around the world at the inspiring IUFRO Small-Scale Forestry and Extension Knowledge Exchange Conference in Everett, Washington. |
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| Addressing Phosphorus Sustainability: Challenges and Opportunities Through the Lens of the African Continent |
By Jehangir (Jango) Bhada, University of Florida Having recently attended the 8th Sustainable Phosphorus Summit held in Africa for the first time, it was interesting to provide an insight into what transpired, and some of the future challenges and opportunities. |
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| Natural Resource Field Day Provided Outdoor Learning Opportunities |
By Linda McLean
Washington State University
Washington State University Colville Reservation Extension 4-H program collaborated with partners to expose reservation youth to a variety of natural resource occupations/careers. Hands-on learning opportunities were provided for students to enjoy and learn in the great outdoors. |
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