Our objective is to host a meeting on topics of current interests relating to all aspects of Measurements and Quantitative Methods and Management in Forestry and other disciplines. The South has a very rich and dynamic forestry and lots of studies and knowledge to share. Annual meetings provide a great environment for such exchanges and opportunities for relaxing as well as a productive atmosphere for joint work.
Authors are invited to present papers on their recent and older unpublished works on all aspects of Measurements and Quantitative Methods and Management.
| Quantitative Management: Sustainability Analysis; Financial & Risk Analysis; G & Y; OR; Optimization; etc. |
| Plantation Management: Spacing; Vegetation Control and Fertilization; Irrigation; Genetic Engineering, etc. |
| Computational Forestry: Simulations; Programming and Software Development; Internet Applications; etc. |
| Inventory Issues: Inventory, FIA/SAFIS Related Matters, Updates; Surveys; Sampling; Site Determination; etc. |
| Modeling: of G&Y, Processes and Landscape; Models & Validation; Parameter Estimation; N-lin. Mixed Effects; etc. |
| Data: Relational & Distributed Databases: Design, Programming, Management, Maintenance and Use; Data banks; etc. |
| Other: Methodologies; Algorithms; Mathematical Methods; Harvest Scheduling; Multi-Criteria Decision Modeling; Remote Sensing and GIS; Land Use Changes; Supply Analysis; Econometrics; Decision Analysis; Expert Systems; Management Diagrams; etc.tr |
Submission for publication is optional, and we encourage all informal presentations & any half-baked ideas not intended for publication. Manuscripts of submitted papers will be published as non-peer-reviewed proceedings.
Authors interested in presenting their works should submit the title and abstract of no more than 200 words. Please note that both abstracts and manuscripts will be processed as they arrive, so authors are strongly encouraged to send these long before their respective deadlines.
Materials intended for publication in proceedings, whether manuscript or only
the abstract, should be camera-ready, single spaced on 8-1/2 x 11" paper
with all margins being 1" and with Times New Roman 10pt font. Please provide
keywords. The preferred method of submission is by e-mail.
For any further inquiries send the email or FAX to:
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E-mail: biomat@smokey.forestry.uga.edu
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The early registration fee is US$150. Late registration fee will be US$180. Equivalent fees for full-time students are $100 and $130. Conference attendants can purchase additional Conference Meals Packages at a price of $100 each for their accompanying family members and friends not attending the conference. The registration fee includes all the meals and the icebreaker.
The full fee must accompany the registration. Participants may pay by check (in U.S. dollars drawn against a bank located in the U.S.), bank draft or international money order payable in U.S. dollars. Make checks, drafts, or money orders payable to The University of Georgia-Southern Mensurationists.
Cancellations received until deadline will be granted full refund. No refunds will be possible after this deadline. The substitution of a new participant may be made at any time.
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Conference Chairman: Mike R. Strub Conference Co- Chairman: Chris J. Cieszewski |
Program Committee (in forming, alphabetically)
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Chris J. Cieszewski |
WSFR, UGA, GA |
| Dick Daniels | WSFR, UGA, GA |
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R.Ingvar Elle |
WSFR, UGA, GA |
| William D. Smith | USDA-Forest Service, NC |
| Mike R. Strub | Weyerhaeuser, AR |
The conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Beach Resort on Jekyll Island, Georgia. It is a great location 20 min from St. Simon's with many attractions for adults and children alike. A block of rooms has been set aside at reduced rates of $62 for conference participants registering before the deadline of early cancellation. Make the reservations directly with the Hotel by dialing (912)635-3311 or, toll-free 1(800) -7-JEKYLL or, by FAX at (912)635-2901.
A perfect island get-a-way location, miles of white sand beaches, the restored
historic district, year round recreation, golf, tennis, historic and scenic
tours, a water fun park, fishing, marinas, Jet Ski rentals and "dolphin
watch" cruises, great shopping, nature trails, good food, and lots of family-time
possibilities.
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Meals are included in the registration fees. The meals include:
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BREAKFAST(6:30-8:00 am) |
LUNCH (12:00-1:00 pm) |
ICEBRAKER/DINNER |
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Nov. 27 |
7:00-9:00PM, Icebraker: Informal gathering at the registration room with refreshments and snacks. |
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Nov. 28 |
Continental Buffet: Assorted Juices, Sliced Fresh Fruit, Assorted Danish & Muffins, Bagels & Cream Cheese, Coffee & Tea. |
Deli Buffet: Chef's Choice of Soup & Salads, Assorted Breads and Rolls, Sliced Ham, Turkey and Roast Beef, American & Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Pickles & Appropriate Condiments, Potato Chips, Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies, Coffee, Tea, Assorted Sort Drinks. |
6:30-8:00PM, Deluxe Dinner Buffet: Fresh Tossed Salad with Assorted Dressings, Seafood Salad, Pasta Vinaigrette, Chicken Marsala, Fresh Catch of The Day, Seasonal Vegetables, New Potatoes, Rolls & Butter, Assorted Desserts, Coffee & Tea. |
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Nov. 29 |
Continental Buffet: Assorted Juices, Sliced Fresh Fruit, Assorted Danish & Muffins, Bagels & Cream Cheese, Coffee & Tea. |
The Southern Buffet: Fried Chicken, BBQ Beef Ribs, Tossed Salad with Assorted Dressings, Chef's Choice of two Additional Salads, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Cajun Rice, Chef's Choice of two Vegetables, Rolls/Butter, Coffee, Tea. |
Please make arrangements to fly to the Island or bring or rent a car. Shuttle
arrangements are possible but will require coordination in arrival times and
prior arrangements.
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