Registration Information
| Registration Fee Schedule | ||
| Conference Attendee Fee | Registration Fee | Registration Deadline |
| Early Registration Deadline | $650 | September 20 |
| Regular Registration Deadline | $695 | October 25 |
| Late/Onsite Registration | $750 | After October 25 |
| Student/Retiree Fee | Registration Fee | Registration Deadline |
| Early Registration Deadline | $495 | September 20 |
| Regular Registration Deadline | $550 | October 25 |
| Late/Onsite Registration | $595 | After October 25 |
| *Photocopy of valid student ID required. The student fee does not apply to post-docs. Fee payments must accompany all registrations by the deadline to qualify for the applicable discount. | ||
| Optional: Pre-conference Training | ||
| Optional Training: (Limited to 65) Working with Tribal Governments Monday, December 9 | 3:00pm–5:00pm |
Registration Fee | Registration Deadline |
| Understanding tribal engagement begins with knowledge and context. Many natural resource management professionals operate on Native Land, yet not all are familiar with tribal governance. Trainers from the Whitener Group and The Nature Conservancy will present the origins and application of the popular “Indian Country 101” training curriculum, emphasizing the importance of establishing a foundation of knowledge about tribal governments before advancing to more comprehensive partnership and engagement initiatives. Advance registration is required to participate in this interactive session. https://www.whitenergroup.biz/indiancountry101 |
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| Cost to Participate | No Charge advance registration required |
Must sign up by Nov. 15 to participate |
| Optional: Post-conference Educational Field Trip | ||
| Optional Field Trip: (Limited to 50) Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Thursday, December 12 | 1:00pm–4:30pm |
Registration Fee | Registration Deadline |
| The Wildflower Center is a top destination, boasting Texas’ largest collection of native plants in one spot for your viewing pleasure. The Center's mission is to inspire the conservation of native plants through its internationally recognized sustainable gardens, education and outreach programs, and research projects. Enjoy stunning gardens and unique architecture with an expert guide to show you the way. We will also take a guided tour of a prescribed burn site and discuss the role of fire ecology in managing unwanted vegetation on large landscapes, and its impact on increasing plant diversity and wildlife habitat and providing beneficial ecosystem services. | ||
| Field Trip: Early Fee | $50 | September 20 |
| Field Trip: Regular Fee | $75 | October 25 |
| Field Trip: Late Fee | $95 | After October 25 |
| Guest Fee (10 years of age and older) | Registration Fee | Registration Deadline |
| Early Bird Discounted Registration | $225 | September 20 |
| Regular Registration | $250 | October 25 |
| Late/Onsite Registration | $275 | After October 25 |
| Please Note: The Guest Fee is not for use by co-workers. | ||
What Does the Registration Fee Include?
Conference & Student Attendees
The ACES registration fee provides full participation in the conference, registration materials, an Early Bird Networking Social on Monday, a Welcome Social on Tuesday, and an afternoon Poster Session Social on Wednesday. A lunch buffet will also be provided on Monday and Tuesday, along with daily morning, mid-day and afternoon coffee breaks throughout the conference as per the agenda.
Guest Fee
The guest fee allows guests 10 years of age and older to attend the Early Bird Networking Social on Monday, a Welcome Social on Tuesday and the afternoon Poster Session Social on Wednesday.
Defer Payment
Federal employees needing to defer payment should select the invoice option when prompted for payment. This will allow you to register your attendance while providing the flexibility to pay by check at a later date. You may also contact OCI at 352-392-5930 with Credit or P-Card information once travel funds are authorized.
Important Note: The fee amount in place at the time payment is received, will apply to the registration. Sorry, no exceptions.
Refund Policy
All refund requests must be received in writing by November 1, 2024. No refunds will be issued after this date. A processing fee of $150.00 will be deducted from all meeting participant refunds, and $50.00 from guest refunds. Email refund requests to Kim Brand at kimmer72@.uflufl.edu.
Accommodations
Functional needs of people with disabilities can be reasonably accommodated by contacting the Office of Conferences & Institutes at least 21 working days prior to the conference. We can be reached by phone at 1-352-392-5930, by FAX at 1-352-392-4044, or by calling 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). The TDD number can only be accessed from within the State of Florida. We recognize that needs may change, even in the moment. We will do our best to accommodate all needs.
