Thursday, March 28, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
Biennial Conference of Science and Management on the Colorado Plateau
12th Biennial Conference of Science and Management on the Colorado Plateau
Theme: Effects of Rapid Climatic, Social, and Technological Changes on the Colorado Plateau
September 16-19, 2013, Northern Arizona University
The 12th Biennial Conference of Science and Management on the Colorado Plateau is a forum that brings together resource managers and research scientists to discuss findings and management needs associated with the natural and cultural resources of the Colorado Plateau. Climate change, energy development, and human population growth on the Colorado Plateau affect water availability, natural systems, and the social character of the plateau. The conference will focus on these agents of change, identifying resource responses to change and opportunities to discuss approaches to ameliorate or reduce negative impacts to the Colorado Plateau’s natural and cultural landscape. The conference will include plenary speakers, symposia and contributed paper sessions, and a poster session.
Where?
On the campus of Northern Arizona University, The Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research (MPCER) promotes cross-disciplinary research throughout the Colorado Plateau, which includes portions of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. Through both environmental research and education, the MPCER works to improve the understanding of critical ecological processes and to develop effective strategies for meeting pressing challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss. The MPCER also has been instrumental in developing and supporting infrastructure needed to advance both research and education.
Where to Stay?
Embassy Suites Flagstaff is adjacent to the campus of Northern Arizona University and provides:
- Free cooked to order breakfast
- Two Room Suite
- Complimentary drinks at Evening Reception
- Free high speed internet
- Outdoor Pool
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Monday, February 25, 2013
Discover Flagstaff's Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory - Flagstaff's Gateway to the Stars
Observatory was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. In 2011, the Observatory was named one of "The World's 100 Most Important Places" by TIME magazine.
The Observatory's original 24-inch (0.61 m) Alvan Clark Telescope is still in use today for public education. Lowell Observatory hosts 85,000 visitors per year at their Steele Visitors Center who take guided daytime tours and view various wonders of the night sky through the Clark Telescope and other telescopes. It was founded by astronomer Percival Lowell, and run for a time by his third cousin Guy Lowell of Boston's well-known Lowell family. The current trustee of Lowell Observatory is William Lowell Putnam III, grandnephew of founder Percival Lowell and son of long-time trustee Roger Putnam. The position of trustee is historically handed down through the family.
The observatory operates several telescopes at two locations in Flagstaff. The main facility, located on Mars Hill just west of downtown Flagstaff, houses the original 24-inch (0.61 m) Clark Refracting Telescope, although its role today is as a public education tool and not research. The telescope, built in 1896 for $20,000, was assembled in Boston by Alvan Clark and then shipped by train to Flagstaff. Also located on the Mars Hill campus is the 13-inch (0.33 m) Pluto Discovery Telescope, used by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930 to discover the dwarf planet Pluto.
Where to Stay in Flagstaff?
Embassy Suites Flagstaff
706 South Milton Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
All visitors to Lowell Observatory staying at Embassy Suites enjoy:
- Two Room Suite- 4 minutes away from Lowell Observatory
- Free cooked to order breakfast
- Evening reception with complimentary drinks and snacks
- Fitness Center
- Outdoor seasonal pool
Let Embassy Suites Flagstaff help you discover the Universe at Lowell Observatory
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Daily Infographic | Kissing [infographic]
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Posted: 14 Feb 2013 06:00 AM PST Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope everyone is enjoying their day whether it be with their significant other, or with themselves. It’s funny because I never used to enjoy Valentine’s Day when I was in a relationship; I seem to enjoy it much more when I’m single. This obviously means that I love myself more than anyone else. But hey, at least I can find good in the holiday. The thing that will be going on in abundance today is kissing, and hand holding, but mostly the kissing. Today’s infographic gives some facts on the history and mechanics of kissing. It’s kind of funny to think that there is so much information surrounding an activity that is so natural to most of us. With that being said, be sure to pucker up tomorrow! [via] © Jasmin for Daily Infographic, 2013. |
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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Double Bonus from Embassy Suites Flagstaff
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Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Date: February 16, 2013
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.coconinokids.org
Event Description:
Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth (CCC&Y), a leading advocacy and child abuse prevention agency, has recently led the effort to gain national recognition for Flagstaff as a 100 Best Community for Young People for the second year in a row. CCC&Y and Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) are again co-sponsoring a community wide youth celebration event to highlight this award and to honor our youth and those who serve and support them. To kickoff this full day of events and activities throughout Flagstaff, we are hosting a FREE pancake breakfast for all children, youth and families at Flagstaff High School from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. We invite you to join us in this celebration. Other family friendly events and activities scheduled for the day can be found at coconinokids.org
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