Mark your Calendar for the 2012 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR 2012 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course! May 7-10, 2012, Coral Springs, FL          Earn up to 20 CEUs and fully re-certify in Florida for Aquatics, Natural Areas, or Right-of-Way!     www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aw   Greetings! Mark your calendar and plan to take part in the 2012 Aquatic Weed Short Course to be held May 7-10, 2012 at the Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf Club, and Convention Center in Coral Springs, FL. The short course is designed to benefit those new to the industry and experienced professionals seeking a comprehensive update. Topics include:   · General Standards (CORE) Training · Pesticide Application Equipment Calibration Training · Plant Identification · Aquatic Pest Control Category Training · Natural Areas Weed Management Training  · Right-of-Way Weed Management Training The 2012 program is not yet finalized, however, the 2011 agenda and 2011 CEU break-down may be used as a reference for what to expect this year. Historically 20+ CEUs in Aquatics, Rights-of-way, Natural Areas, CORE and others have been offered.    Register Online Today!  Registration is now available for the 2012 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course. Be sure that your organization is budgeted to attend this valuable training. Early Reduced Registration Fee (By February 24, 2012) $240.00 Regular Registration Fee (By April 9, 2012) $290.00 Late Registration Fee (After April 9, 2012) $340.00 Student Registration Fee $115.00  CLICK HERE to register today! The registration fee, combined with funds contributed by our generous sponsors, provides each attendee with the educational program, course materials, a Book of Presentations, morning, mid-day and afternoon refreshments, and Tuesday evening's welcome reception.   CEUs and Certification Exams Up to 20 Florida Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be earned by attending this course. A representative from the Florida Pesticide Certification Office will be available at the short course to answer questions regarding CEUs and Florida licensing requirements.   Commercial, Public and/or Private Pesticide Applicator Certification testing will be offered on Thursday, May 10th from 1:15 - 4:30pm. There is no charge for taking an exam.  Please visit the conference website for more information on the available exams.   Short Course Publicity  We need your help.  If you manage listservs or have access to email addresses of colleagues who may be interested in attending the short course, please forward this email, along with a link to the short course web site where updates are posted periodically. If you manage a society or association website or newsletter where your members would benefit from this training, please consider posting this course in your upcoming events. Thank you Aquatic Weed Control Short Course | May 7-10, 2012 Coral Springs Marriott | Coral Springs, FL www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aw     Please feel free to contact me personally should you have any questions about the 2012 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course. Sincerely, Jhanna Gilbert, CMP, CGMP Short Course Coordinator PO Box 110750 | Bldg. 639 Mowry Rd.  Gainesville, FL 32611-0750| USA PH 352-392-5930 | FAX  352-392-9734 jhanna@ufl.edu|www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aw  Why YOU Should Attend: Earn 20+ Florida CEUs Fully recertify in either Aquatics, Right-of-Way, or Natural Areas Take Florida Certification Exams Exam Study and Q&A Sessions Interactive Calibration Training Sessions Live Plant ID Sessions     Become a Sponsor!   ***SPONSOR BY MARCH 1 TO HAVE YOUR LOGO IN THE SECOND PRINTED ANNOUNCEMENT*** Looking for an efficient way to boost exposure and brand recognition to more than 5000 applicators by mail? Want to be featured in publicity announcements that reach applicators across the US?  Want to meet and network with more than 400 applicators in person? Sponsor the 2011 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course! Visit the Sponsor Opportunities website today to improve your industry presence and commit online:  Sponsor Opportunities   Meeting Site & Accommodations Coral Springs Marriott 11775 Heron Bay Boulevard Coral Springs, FL 33076 PHONE: 954-753-5598 FAX: 954-753-2888 TOLL FREE: 800-311-8018   Reservation Cut-off Date: April 13, 2012 Special Group Rates Group Code: aqtaqta Regular Room $102 + tax Concierge Level Room $112 + tax King Executive Suite $122+ tax One Bedroom Suite $192 + tax CLICK HERE to Book Online Note: All rooms are subject to applicable local and state taxes, currently 11%.     Quick Links Register Online Hotel Information Sponsor Opportunities Applicator Resources More on OCI   Hosted By

 

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