SAMAB's 10th Anniversary Conference

November 1-3, 1999, Days Inn Glenstone Lodge, Gatlinburg, Tennessee

SAMAB held its 10th Annual Fall Conference in Gatlinburg, Tennessee on November 1-3, 1999. The theme of the conference was "Community Solutions," especially as they relate to SAMAB's three primary initiatives: community sustainability, watersheds, and invasive pest plants/native species. The goal is for community stakeholders, resource managers, and researchers to discuss challenges, practical solutions, and needed actions that relate to the sustainability of the Southern Appalachian environment, its culture, and its communities.

For additional information on the conference, click on the appropriate link below:

• Agenda Overview (PDF file)
• Detailed Conference Agenda (PDF file)
• Detailed Conference Agenda (html)
• Conference Program and Abstracts (PDF file)
• Participants List (PDF file)
• Plenary Speech by Steve Nash (html)
• SAMAB's December 1999 Newsletter (PDF file) contains Conference reports and pictures.
• Workshop Information
• Registration Form (PDF file) (Print this form, complete it, and mail or fax it to SAMAB)
• Announcement and Call for Papers

HOTEL INFORMATION

Days Inn Glenstone Lodge--Call 1-800-362-9522 for reservations and mention the SAMAB Conference. Conference room rates (if reserved by 10/18/99): $54.00 per room daily, one to four person occupancy. This rate will apply to king or double queen room types. Current room sales tax is 11.5%. If your organization qualifies for a tax-exempt status, the hotel will need a copy of your Tennessee Exemption Certificate. Dormitory style housing is available at the Arrowmont School; contact Christina at 423-436-5860.