NEWSS NEWS
NORTHEASTERN WEED SCIENCE SOCIETY Newsletter
November 2006
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Comments from the President
Bill Curran
NEWSS President
The 61st Annual NEWSS conference is quickly approaching. Our meeting is January 2 to 5 (Tues-Friday), at the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel in Baltimore. The Renaissance Hotel is on the North end of the inner harbor in the heart of all the action. It adjoins the beautiful Gallery, a collection of more than 60 specialty shops and restaurants which is connected to the hotel's lobby. Lots of eating, shopping, and sightseeing opportunities are within a short walk such as the ESPN Zone, Hard Rock Café, and the Baltimore Aquarium. At this year’s conference, our convention room rate is $120/night with a $13/day self park. Once again, we are meeting at a great venue in a fun town! Contact information for the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel is (410) 547-1200 or marriott.com/property/propertypage/bwish.
The theme for the 2007 meeting is “Broadening our Weed Science Horizons.” Dr. Jerry Baron (NEWSS Program Chair and VP) has been working very hard at pulling the final details of the program together. And, based on our Futures Committee Report as well as discussions within the EC, this year’s program will offer some new format ideas. So, let’s get to the conference.
On the first day we will start as in the past with the POSTER SESSION in the morning where we have a diverse group of posters on tap. We will then spend the day together in a focused GENERAL SESSION that will touch on several topics including a presentation by Dr. Janice McFarland with Syngenta titled “where will the next generation of weed scientists be trained”. Dr. Leonard Gianessi will address “the war on weeds”, followed by a presentation on “new technology in weed management” by IR-4’s Dr. Bob Holm. A final session on how government can influence weed science legislation, regulation, and science funding will take place with a panel discussion by Dr. Ernest DelFosse, Mr. Rob Hedberg, Mr. Donald Stubbs and our WSSA Director of Science Policy, Dr. Lee Van Wychen.
We’ve added an AWARDS LUNCHEON during the General Session to honor our award recipients. Prior to the luncheon, Dr. Rich Bonnano, chair of our Futures Committee, will present the FUTURE COMMITTEE recommendations. We think this day-long symposium and awards luncheon is a step toward adopting some of the recommendations that Rich will discuss. In addition, during the luncheon, you will have the opportunity to express your thoughts and opinions about the annual NEWSS program through a MEMBERSHIP SURVEY. We want you to help identify priorities and critical directions for the society for the next 5 to 10 years. Some of the added costs of this year’s conference are a direct result of the activities we hope you think are worth your time and money (I’ll explain more near the end).
On Thursday, we will have our breakout sessions that will include our GRADUATE STUDENT ORAL PAPER COMPETITION as well as presentations by our other members. On Thursday afternoon, in addition to the breakout sessions, we are offering an ORNAMENTAL WORKSHOP that will focus on herbicide efficacy, phytotoxicity, and methods for weed seed storage. Late Thursday afternoon is our business meeting followed by the SOCIAL MIXER. And finally on Friday, we are offering three different symposia including an INVASIVE PLANTS session focused on riparian buffers, a TURFGRASS symposium focused on new and innovative chemistries for the golf course, and a HORSWEED MANAGEMENT session that will include the latest control recommendations for glyphosate resistant horseweed. Following the invasive plant workshop, an organizational meeting to discuss an INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT COURSE will be moderated by Dr. Rita Beard from the National Park Service. We encourage members that are active in invasive plant management to join this two-hour Friday afternoon session and potentially become a part of a new NEWSS educational activity.
Finally, because of some of the programming changes including the AWARDS LUNCHEON, we have increased our meeting registration fee this year to $150 for regular members. We know this is significantly more than in the past, but hope that you realize that much of this increase targets this year’s program including the luncheon but also helps support our year-long commitments to the WSSA Director of Science Policy, Collegiate Weed Contest, CAST membership, Graduate Student support, and our Annual Awards. Retired members and students receive a registration discount and we believe this meeting still offers a very good value – we hope you agree.
So, please attend the annual meeting, learn something, and help guide our future by participating in the MEMBERSHIP SURVEY. In closing, it’s has been my honor to serve the society as President and I look forward to seeing everyone in Baltimore, and to next year as your PAST PRESIDENT...
Deadlines! Deadlines!
Annual Meeting Pre-registration
December 15, 2006
Hotel Room Reservations:
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
December 8, 2006
Annual Meeting - Pre-Registration
Chris Becker
Secretary/Treasurer
Our annual meeting is right around the corner, and you will notice that the program will take on a slightly different format. I hope to see you in Baltimore, and since meeting is for you, be sure to tell the Executive Committee what you liked and didn’t like about the program.
Now for the specifics; the registration process will be similar to that of years past. We are still not completely electronic, so you will still have to mail in your registration forms with payment by check. The registration forms will be available on the NEWSS website, and you will need to fill in and print out the appropriate form and mail it back to Chris Becker at the address on the form. There are several forms, so be sure to select the appropriate one. There is one form for regular, student and retired members; another form for distinguished members; and also a one-day registration form for those interested in attending only one of our special symposia (described elsewhere). Registering for the entire NEWSS meeting also includes membership dues, while a one-day registration for one of the symposia does not include membership. The registration fees are listed on the forms, but if you have questions please contact Chris Becker. The deadline for pre-registering is December 15, 2006, so please get your registration forms filled out and submitted early. Pre-registering makes the process smoother for everyone. Don’t forget that if you are unable to attend the 2007 meeting but are still interested in maintaining your membership and supporting the society, there is a line on the forms for the non-attending membership fee of $30.00.
NOTE: any Registration form postmarked after December 15 will be charged the late fee of $30.00; No excuses! Also, payment is expected with the registration form.
In addition to meeting registration, we are offering for sale the 61th Volume of the Proceedings for the meeting, which will include all abstracts submitted prior to the meeting. The printed copy of the Proceedings will cost $25.00, and you can add a CD copy of the Proceedings (in Adobe Acrobat Reader format) for $5.00. You will need to buy the printed version in order to get the CD.
Please note the following address for mailing registration forms or any communications to
Chris Becker
NEWSS
PO Box 34
Romulus, NY 14541
Email:
(Double click on the icons below for registration forms)
NEWSS Polo Shirts – Now on Sale!
Order your NEWSS polo shirt today! – see Registration form
Look sharp and help support the NEWSS! We are selling a polo-style, short-sleeved shirt with the NEWSS logo embroidered on it for $30 each. The shirt is a 100% cotton, 7 oz, pique polo. The color of the shirt will be tan/sand with a green embroidered logo (see logo design below).
Example of 3 ½ inch wide logo design on left chest
Overview of shirt
So, we can determine how many shirts to order, please specify amount and size(s) on the Meeting Registration Form. The shirts will be available for pick-up at the meeting registration desk.
Annual Meeting – Hotel Reservations
RENAISSANCE HARBORPLACE HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Deadline: DECEMBER 8, 2006
Hotel room rates for this year’s conference are $120 per night (single or double). Parking will be $13 per 24 hours in the self park garage underneath the hotel. For those traveling in larger vehicles, height clearance for the parking garage is 6 feet 6 inches.
Individual attendees should make reservations directly with Renaissance Reservations on-line at Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel or by phone at (800) 468-3571. Our on-line Group Code is automatically entered in but just incase it’s newnewa.
It is important for the attendees that call in to identify themselves with 2007 NEWSS 61st Annual Meeting in order to receive the group rate. All reservations must be accompanied by first night room deposit, or guaranteed with a major credit card.
CUT OFF DATE
Reservations by attendees must be received on or before December 8, 2006. At the cut-off date, the Hotel will review the reservation pick up for the event, release the unreserved rooms for general sale.
CHECK IN/ CHECK OUT
Check in time is 4:00 p.m. Individuals may be checked in earlier depending on availability. Check out time is 12 Noon.
Driving Directions to the
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
202 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland, 21202, USA
Phone: 1-410-547-1200
Fax: 1-410-539-5780
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Driving Directions and Transportation
GROUND TRANSPORATION
From Philadelphia and points North
Take Interstate 95 South to Baltimore area. Pass thru tunnel. Take exit 53(Downtown Interstate 395). At end make 1st right turn onto Conway St, left at 3rd light onto Light St, vear right onto Pratt St, 1st left onto South St.
From Washington and points South
Take Interstate 95 North into Baltimore area and take Exit 53 (Downtown Interstate 395). At end make 1st right turn onto Conway St, left at 3rd light onto Light St, vear right onto Pratt St, 1st left onto South St.
AIRPORTS
Baltimore-Washington International – BWI
Driving Directions: Rt 195 West to I95 N to I395 N, 1st right turn onto Conway St, left at 3rd light onto Light St, vear right onto Pratt St, 1st left onto South St.
Washington, DC/Dulles – IAD
Driving Directions: Dulles Access Road to 495 N to 95 N (continue same as above).
Washington, DC/National/ Reagan Airport – DCA
Driving Directions: Follow 95N into the Baltimore area and take Exit 53 (Downtown 395). Follow as above.
NEWSS 2007 Annual Meeting
Jerry Baron
NEWSS Vice President
The theme for this January’s NEWSS Annual meeting in Baltimore, MD will be Expanding our Weed Science Horizons. With that we have a full day general session as well at three exciting symposiums, one workshop and the traditional breakout sessions (see Condensed Program elsewhere in this Newsletter) The general session will include the traditional Presidential Address by Bill Curran entitled “The Times They Are A-Changin’”. Other speakers in this general session include Dr. Janice McFarland of Syngenta Crop Protection discussing Where is the next generation of Weed Scientists being trained?, Dr. Rich Bonanno discussing the NEWSS Futures Committee Recommendations, Dr. Leonard Gianessi of Crop Life America Foundation on The War of the Weeds, and Dr. Robert (Bob) Holm on New Technology in Weed Management. The general session ends with a panel discussion on Government Influence in Weed Science: Legislation, Regulation and Science Funding. The is moderated by Dr. Daniel Kunkel and the participants include Dr. Rob Hedberg, USDA-CSREES, Dr. Ernest DelFosse, USDA-ARS, Mr. Donald Stubbs, US EPA and Dr. Lee Van Wychen. Also included in the General Session is an Awards Luncheon.
On Friday, January 5th, we have scheduled three exciting symposium. The topics of the symposiums are (1) New and innovative herbicides compounds for turf and how they impact golf course maintenance; (2) An invasive weeds symposium with the theme of reforesting invaded riparian corridors; and (3) A horseweed biology/ecology symposium to lead to better ways of managing this troublesome biotype. We are inviting participants from outside the NEWSS to attend and participate in these symposiums. Please pass the information about these symposiums on to other you think that might have interest.
Also on Friday, January 5th is an organizational meeting to discuss the potential for an Invasive Plant Management Course in the Northeast. The Western Society of Weed Science currently offers an invasive plant course that is very popular and well attended. Here we want to open the dialogue to discuss the need for an invasive plant course similar to the one offered by the WSWS, determine if the Northeast Weed Science Society would like to sponsor/participate in such a course, identify a task group/committee that will plan, determine curriculum, instructors and organize and identify partners, organizations for development and sponsorship of the course.
2007 NEWSS Annual Meeting Condensed Program
TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007
12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Committee Meetings
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Drop off photos for photo contest at Registration Desk
5th Floor Foyer
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Posters Set-Up
5th Floor Foyer
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Commercial Displays Set-up
5th Floor Foyer
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Program Committee – Pride of Baltimore
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Graduate Student Mixer Federal Hill
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2007
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Speaker's Preparation Room
Federal Hill
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.Poster Judging Committee Meeting
Pride of Baltimore
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.Posters (authors present) & Commercial Displays 5th Floor Foyer
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Job Placement Room
Federal Hill
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.General Session
Baltimore Ballroom
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Awards Lunch Maryland Ballroom B
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Research Posters (Authors not present) and Commercial Displays 5th Floor Foyer
5:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Weed Science Field Days Committee Meeting St. George
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Collegiate Weed Contest Committee Meeting St. George
THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 2007
6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.Past-Presidents’ Breakfast in Windows Restaurant and meeting in Homeland Room
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Speaker's Preparation Room
Federal Hill
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Job Placement Federal Hill
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Research Posters (authors not present) & Commercial Displays 5th Floor Foyer
8:15 a.m. – 12:00 noonAgronomy - Baltimore Salon A
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noonOrnamentals - Maryland Salon A
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noonTurfgrass and Plant Growth Regulators - Baltimore Salon B
8:15 a.m. – 12:00 noonWeed Biology and Ecology Maryland Salon E
1:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Conservation, Forestry & Industrial Maryland Salon A
1:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Turfgrass and Plant Growth Regulators Baltimore Salon B
1:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Vegetables and Fruit Maryland Salon E
1:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Workshop: Ornamentals Baltimore Salon A
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Student Paper Judging Committee Gibson
4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.NEWSS Annual Business Meeting Maryland Salon B
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Social Mixer 5th Floor Foyer
FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007
6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.Executive Committee (Old and New) Breakfast and Meeting – Windows Restaurant
7:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Speaker’s Preparation Federal Hill
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.Posters (authors not present)
& Commercial Displays 5th Floor Foyer
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noonJob Placement Room Federal Hill
8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Invasive Plant Symposium: Weed Management in Establishment of Riparian Forest Buffers Baltimore Salon B
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Symposium: Horseweed Management - Baltimore Salon A
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Symposium: New and Innovative Chemistries for the Golf Course – Maryland Salon A
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Organizational Meeting to
Discuss Invasive Plant
Management Course -
Baltimore Salon B
NEWSS Committee Meetings
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Executive Boardroom
Friday, January 5, 2007
6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.Executive Committee (Old and New)
Breakfast and Meeting
Windows Restaurant
PHOTO JUDGING COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.St. George
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Pride of Baltimore
(Moderators, Section Chairs, and Chair-Elects)
AWARDS COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Gibson
STUDENT PAPER JUDGING COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Gibson
Thursday, January 4, 2007
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Gibson
POSTER JUDGING COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.Federal Hill
WEED SCIENCE FIELD DAY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
5:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.St. George
COLLEGIATE WEED CONTEST
COMMITTEE
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.St. George
PAST PRESIDENTS' BREAKFAST MEETING
Thursday, January 4, 2007
6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.Breakfast
(Windows Restaurant)
Meeting (Homeland Room)
NEWSS REGISTRATION
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.5th Floor Foyer
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.5th Floor Foyer
Thursday, January 4, 2007
7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.5th Floor Foyer
Friday, January 5, 2007
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.5th Floor Foyer
Sustaining Membership and Commercial Displays
David Spak
Sustaining Membership Chair
All Sustaining members of the NEWSS are encouraged to set up a Commercial Display at the Annual Meeting in Baltimore. This session is held in conjunction with the Poster Session, beginning Wednesday January 3rd, and is an excellent opportunity to inform the attendees of your services and products.
Table space for displays can be reserved by contacting the Sustaining Member Chairperson:
David Spak
919-549-2715
If you have not yet indicated your interest in a display table, the deadline for reserving space is December 16, 2006. Display items and packages may be delivered directly to the hotel prior to the meeting at the following address. Ship items to arrive after January 1st or within 2 business days of the meeting to avoid any hotel delivery and storage fees.
Have proper labeling on the packages and include the hotel address:
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
202 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-547-1200
Indicate the following on the shipment: Hold for “Company, Name, NEWSS January 2-5, 2006.”
Placement Service
Attached are placement forms (double click on the icon) if you have a position available or if you are looking for employment. Please complete the forms and follow the directions at the bottom of the form. These forms will be located on a table near the commercial displays.