COURSE DESCRIPTION: The challenges of a changing climate also bring unprecedented opportunities to reimagine how we think about conservation. This course explores Climate-Smart Conservation—a forward-thinking approach that integrates climate change considerations into natural resource management with intentionality and innovation.
Using the Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation (Conservation Standards) as a framework, you’ll learn how to design forward-looking conservation goals, and to consider a range of adaptation strategies that address key climate impacts and vulnerabilities. Through hands-on tools, practical guidance, and big-picture discussions, this course will empower you to create conservation plans that anticipate future challenges and inspire transformative solutions. Whether you're an experienced conservation planner or just beginning your journey, join us to unlock the potential of climate-smart planning and lead the way in shaping a thriving, sustainable future for our planet. DATES: - Live meetings (recorded) May 6 - June 17th. - Course will run on Tuesdays, May 6-June 17, from 5:00-7:00 EST PRICE: Starts at $425 students / $525 professionals (early bird ends March 31; SAVE $75) LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE: https://www.centerforwildlifestudies.org/courses/p/climate-smart-conservation-innovating-for-a-resilient-future Center for Wildlife Studies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose global mission is to provide accessible environmental education and promote wildlife conservation through science. [image: Logo] <https://www.centerforwildlifestudies.org/> *Emily J. Uhrig*, PhD Director of Education Center for Wildlife Studies <https://www.centerforwildlifestudies.org/> *Center for Wildlife Studies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose **global mission is to provide accessible environmental education and promote wildlife conservation **through science.* To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
