Bar the Gate in 2008
Typically, the National Conference on Feral Hogs is held in the southern tier of states, where feral hogs are entrenched. This year’s conference location reflects the spread of feral hogs northward. States such as Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois and even as far north as Michigan are seeing the appearance and spread of feral hogs. By bringing the 2008 conference to Missouri, we aim to "bar the gate" on the further spread of feral hogs. To this end, the conference gives those coping with new invasions the chance to learn from Southern managers' and researchers' experience.
Feral Hogs Hurt Public and Private Land
Wherever they occur, feral hogs pose a serious concern to natural resource management agencies and livestock farmers. Feral hog rooting and feeding behavior contribute to soil erosion, reduce water quality and result in direct competition with native wildlife for food and cover. Feral hogs can destroy sensitive natural areas, such as glades, fens and springs, habitats commonly found on state and federal land holdings. The potential spread of disease is also a major concern for the pork and cattle industries. Whether you manage public or private land, you'll come away from this year's conference with more effective tools for controlling feral hog damage.
Conference Location
The conference will be held in St. Louis, Missouri at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in the downtown area. To reserve rooms, call 1-800-925-1395 and mention the Feral Hog Conference. Room rates are $106 for a single king bed or two double beds. To guarantee the rate and room, make your reservation by March 24, 2008. If you will be arriving from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, please arrange for a shuttle to the hotel when you make your reservation. The shuttle service is $16 one way.
Air Travel/Transportation
For those arriving by plane, you will be flying into the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. The airport is located only about 20 minutes driving time to the Crowne Plaza Hotel. A shuttle service is available for $16 one way.
Registration
Register online or download this mail-in form.
