Join us in Traverse City—one of the Midwest’s most unforgettable destinations! Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, this vibrant city blends rich Anishinaabe heritage with breathtaking natural beauty and a thriving food and wine scene.
Explore freshwater beaches, winding rivers, lush forests, and the awe-inspiring Sleeping Bear Dunes—voted “The Most Beautiful Place in America” by Good Morning America. As the “Cherry Capital of the World,” Traverse City is also a hub for agritourism, offering orchards, vineyards, and award-winning wineries, all thriving along the 45th parallel.
Food lovers will be in heaven—this city ranks among the nation’s top foodie towns, with everything from gourmet farm-to-table dining to creative food trucks.
With a walkable downtown, easy access to outdoor adventures, and a unique cultural pulse, Traverse City is the perfect setting for inspiration, connection, and discovery.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Time | Monday 9/29/2025 | Tuesday 9/30/2025 | Wednesday 10/1/2025 | Thursday 10/2/2025 | Friday 10/3/2025 | ||||||
8:00 - 8:30 | - Council Meeting - Waterbird Conservation Plan Round Table | Announcements | Announcements | Announcements | FIELD TRIPS | ||||||
8:30 - 9:30 | Plenary | Plenary | Plenary | ||||||||
9:30 - 10:00 | BREAK | BREAK | BREAK | ||||||||
10:00 - 12:00 | Symposium 1 | General Session | General Session | Symposium 2 | General Session | General Session | Symposium 3 | General Session | Workshop | ||
12:00 - 1:00 | LUNCH | LUNCH ON OWN | ONSITE LUNCH | LUNCH ON OWN | |||||||
Student Mentoring Lunch | |||||||||||
1:00 - 3:00 | - Council Meeting - Waterbird Conservation Plan Round Table | Symposium 1 | General Session | General Session | Symposium 2 | General Session | General Session | Symposium 3 | General Session | Workshop | |
3:00 - 3:30 | BREAK | BREAK | BREAK | ||||||||
3:30 - 5:00 | Symposium 1 | General Session | General Session | Symposium 2 | General Session | General Session | Business Meeting | ||||
6:00 - 8:00 | Welcome Reception | Poster Session | Student Social | Banquet | |||||||
