Call for Papers

Conference Theme

Feral Hog Conference Logo

In an effort to "bar the gate" on the spread of feral hogs, the focus of this year's conference is on control. To this end, here are some of the questions we hope conferees will address: What are the ecological and economic impacts of encroaching hog populations? What are the best ways to control and stop the spread of feral hogs? How should agencies respond? We also welcome papers and presentations on other feral hog topics and current or past research projects.

Oral Presentations

You are invited to submit abstracts for oral paper sessions. Presentations will be scheduled for 20 minutes, including some time for question and answer. Presentations need not be limited to research results. They can also cover best and proven trapping/control techniques, best approach to agency response and any successful experiences concerning the eradication of feral hogs.

Poster Presentations

You are also invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations, which are effective ways to summarize completed or ongoing studies, management experiences or programs of work. Posters will be displayed in a prominent location during for the length of the conference. Each poster should be contained on a 4-foot-by-4-foot sheet of 1/2-inch foam poster board.

Abstracts

The abstract you submit will be used in the printed abstract booklet, which will be available at the workshop. The abstract submission deadline for oral and poster presentations is March 15, 2008. Using Microsoft Word software, please submit your abstract electronically to the e-mail address below or on a CD with a hard copy. Do not fax abstracts. Authors will be notified no later than March 25, 2008, about the selection of their presentation. Use the format outlined in this pdf to submit your work.

To send an abstract or for more information please contact:

Rex Martensen
Missouri Dept. of Conservation
PO Box 180
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-751-4115
rex.martensen@mdc.mo.gov

 or

Bill Heatherly
Missouri Dept. of Conservation
573-751-4115
bill.heatherly@mdc.mo.gov