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TXSER 2016 Year-End Review:
Message from TXSER's Outgoing President
TXSER wrapped up another successful conference last month. It was a great opportunity to spend time in a relaxed atmosphere, thinking and learning about restoration. The annual TXSER conference is one of the highlights of my year.
As I wrap up my last term as TXSER President, I'm optimistic about our future. Restoration is something that average citizens can understand and appreciate, especially if we take the time to get them into our sites and share our enthusiasm. I will continue to participate on the TXSER board, now as West Texas Representative, and I am confident that our new leaders will continue to help the organization grow and thrive.
I hope that you will all take some time during the holiday season to spend time with friends and family in an ecosystem that you love. There is nothing that refreshes and inspires more!
Charlotte Reemts
Charlotte Reemts
TXSER Board President (outgoing)
&
Research & Monitoring Ecologist
The Nature Conservancy
Note:
We are grateful to Charlotte for her her 4 years serving as the President of TXSER's Board of Directors. Charlotte contributed countless hours to the organization during a time of growth and change. Under her leadership, we developed the organization's capacity and responsiveness, and improved our networking, communication and collaboration between scientists and practitioners. We have all benefited from Charlotte's knowledge, experience and enthusiasm for restoration.
Briefly describe your ongoing efforts/interest in ecological restoration.I work on the Deepwater Horizon oil disaster restoration efforts. I am a part of the science team at Ocean Conservancy. A lot of my work is to ensure that the best available science is incorporated into restoration policy. Right now I am leading a project to determine ecological indicators to track restoration progress across restoration projects and programs.
Briefly describe if, and how, climate change has affected your work.Climate change is something I think about a lot when recommending different restoration projects. It needs to be considered when selecting projects to try and select those projects that either enhance resiliency or will still be relevant as sea level rises.
Beach Evening Primrose(Oenothera drummondii) Photo credit: W.D. & Dolphia Bransford, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Describe your favorite outdoor activity.
I love anything on a boat. Whether it is kayaking or canoeing in lakes and rivers, or traveling along the coast. I love being on the water.
What is your favorite Texas plant and/or animal? Beach evening primrose (Oenothera drummondii) is one of my favorite plants to see on the beach. It stands out among the sand and vegetation and is so beautiful and delicate.
2. Texas Land Trends Data Tool - From Texas A&M IRNR, an innovative and interactive way the public can track land changes in Texas.
3. USDA/NRCS Web Soil Survey - Latest version - 3.2 - of the web-based application that provides soils information, data and soil survey maps. Downloadable.
5. Global Human Settlement Data Set - From The European Commission, global spatial information describing human presence on the planet.
6. Biodiversity Monitoring Manual - From GIZ, a biodiversity manual that provides numerous resources to aid in the assessment of natural resource health over time. Downloadable.
A Heartfelt Thanks to the Following Organizations & Individuals for their Generous Support of our
Join the Texas Chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration. Chapter members receive valuable benefits including:
the opportunity to network with restoration practitioners and enthusiasts;
discounts to our Annual Conference, an opportunity to share and learn;
invitations to attend talks, ER Discussion Groups, and volunteer workdays around the state; and,
monthly updates and quarterly newsletters with articles and notices about regional events that allow you to connect to the local restoration community.
Chapter membership fees of $15 support chapter administration. The TXSER Board of Directors consists of volunteers who share a passion for furthering ecological restoration in Texas.
Joining SER links you with a global restoration network. SER member benefits include:
SERNews bi-monthly newsletter;
discounts on journal publications;
discounts to SER World Conferences;
discounts on SER Career Center;
access to a searchable, online member directory;
access to SER's Global Restoration Network; and,
promotional opportunities through the SER Calendar of Events and Restoration Project Showcase.
