INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2893, 2, '2013-07-02 10:57:27', '2013-07-02 15:57:27', 'Thank you for your interest in submitting a paper for publication Animal Keepers’ Forum. Please adhere to the following guidelines for manuscript submission.  If a paper is submitted and does not follow these guidelines, it will be rejected for publication.  Be sure to include your contact information for the editor, including e-mail address and daytime phone number if available.\r\n\r\n<strong>FORMAT:</strong>\r\n\r\n1. Submit manuscripts electronically in MS Word only to <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.   You may also submit a paper on a disk or CD in Microsoft Word ONLY.\r\n\r\n2. Use a clear, clean typeface. Suggested type fonts are 10-point Times Roman.\r\n\r\n3. Body of manuscript should be single-spaced.\r\n\r\n4. Do not indent paragraphs.\r\n\r\n5. Double space between paragraphs.\r\n\r\n6. Do not use computer-generated page numbering (headers/footers).\r\n\r\n7. Use a 1-inch margin setting on top, bottom and sides of your manuscript.\r\n\r\n8. Bold-face or underline sub-headings within the text (i.e. Introduction, Materials, Methods, Conclusions, etc.) Do not use all caps for these headings.\r\n\r\n<strong>LENGTH: </strong>The entire paper, including graphs, charts and illustrations should be no more than ten (10) pages long.\r\n\r\n<strong>TITLE:</strong> Should be brief and descriptive.  Center your title on the first page of your paper directly before you begin the introduction and text. Type size for title should be no larger than 14 point. Follow the title with your name, position, facility, city and state as shown below:  Author information should be in 10 point type, Italics.\r\n\r\nBy\r\n\r\nJoe Smith, Keeper II\r\n\r\nBest Zoological Park\r\n\r\nAnywhere, Allstates\r\n\r\n<strong>TABLES/GRAPHS: </strong><strong>Submit all tables and graphs as separate files in their native program (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)  Do not embed the tables and graphs within the manuscript.</strong><strong> </strong> Include the explanation of the graph, chart, etc. on the page/file with the illustration.  (Examples: Figure 1 Shows the average temperature of incubation….Graph 4 Illustrates the variation in  duration of…..)   Be certain that all such graphs, tables or charts included with your manuscript are properly referenced within the manuscript text.  Graphs and charts should be no larger than 8” tall by 5” wide.\r\n\r\n<strong>ILLUSTRATIONS/PHOTOS:</strong> Submit photos as separate jpg or tif files sent to the editor’s email address.  Be sure to properly reference illustrations/photos within the manuscript.  You may submit as many photos as you wish, but it will be up to the editor to determine how many can be used.  A good average is 3-5. Photos should be high resolution (300 dpi). Photos must be at least 1200 x 1800 pixels in size (4x6 inches). Be sure to give proper photo credit for each photo submitted. You are also encouraged to submit suggested captions.  Do not embed photos within the manuscript.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cover Photos: </strong>To be considered for a cover, photos need to be at least 2625 x 3375 pixels in size, 300 dpi, and portrait-style (not landscape).\r\n\r\n<strong>METRIC SYSTEM:</strong> Use the twenty-four-hour clock (i.e., 0900 - 1425 hrs.) for identifying time and the continental dating system (day, month, year) when describing dates.  Use the metric system for weights and measurements (standard equivalent may be noted in parenthesis).\r\n\r\n<strong>SCIENTIFIC NAMES:</strong> Should be included with their common names, when first mentioned, and only the common name thereafter.  When both the common and scientific name are given as a paragraph heading, put the common name first.  Only currently recognized nomenclatures should be utilized.  Authorship of scientific names should be included only when nomenclature problems exist.\r\n\r\n<strong>SPECIAL NOTES:</strong> Identify Registered or Trademark products by ® or ™ symbols respectively. If you have a Products Mentioned in the Text section, please include full name and address of the manufacturer of the product, including website or email address if available.\r\n\r\nAvoid footnotes.\r\n\r\n<strong>REFERENCES:</strong> Should be listed alphabetically at the end of the manuscript according to author’s surname. (Example: Ricter, J.W. 1984.  How To be A Good Keeper. Animal Keepers’ Forum. Vol. 11, No. 6: 12-22. AAZK, Inc., Topeka, Kansas, U.S.A.)\r\n\r\nWithin the text, references should be cited as Ricter (1984) or (Ricter, 1984).\r\n\r\n<strong>Send manuscript/photos on CD to:</strong>\r\n\r\nShane Good, AKF Editor\r\nP. O. Box 535\r\nValley City, OH 44280\r\n\r\n<strong>Or submit electronically at <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>If you have any further questions or are uncertain of instructions, please contact the AKF Editor at the email address above.  Or you may call 1-330-483-1104.</strong>', 'AKF Submission Guidelines', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1183-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-07-02 10:57:27', '2013-07-02 15:57:27', '', 1183, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/1183-revision-8/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2894, 2, '2013-07-02 10:59:20', '2013-07-02 15:59:20', 'Thank you for your interest in submitting a paper for publication Animal Keepers’ Forum. Please adhere to the following guidelines for manuscript submission.  If a paper is submitted and does not follow these guidelines, it will be rejected for publication.  Be sure to include your contact information for the editor, including e-mail address and daytime phone number if available.\r\n\r\n<strong>FORMAT:</strong>\r\n\r\n1. Submit manuscripts electronically in MS Word only to <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.   You may also submit a paper on a disk or CD in Microsoft Word ONLY.\r\n\r\n2. Use a clear, clean typeface. Suggested type fonts are 10-point Times Roman.\r\n\r\n3. Body of manuscript should be single-spaced.\r\n\r\n4. Do not indent paragraphs.\r\n\r\n5. Double space between paragraphs.\r\n\r\n6. Do not use computer-generated page numbering (headers/footers).\r\n\r\n7. Use a 1-inch margin setting on top, bottom and sides of your manuscript.\r\n\r\n8. Bold-face or underline sub-headings within the text (i.e. Introduction, Materials, Methods, Conclusions, etc.) Do not use all caps for these headings.\r\n\r\n<strong>LENGTH: </strong>The entire paper, including graphs, charts and illustrations should be no more than ten (10) pages long.\r\n\r\n<strong>TITLE:</strong> Should be brief and descriptive.  Center your title on the first page of your paper directly before you begin the introduction and text. Type size for title should be no larger than 14 point. Follow the title with your name, position, facility, city and state as shown below:  Author information should be in 10 point type, Italics.\r\n\r\nBy\r\n\r\nJoe Smith, Keeper II\r\n\r\nBest Zoological Park\r\n\r\nAnywhere, Allstates\r\n\r\n<strong>TABLES/GRAPHS: </strong><strong>Submit all tables and graphs as separate files in their native program (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)  Do not embed the tables and graphs within the manuscript</strong><strong>.</strong><strong> </strong> Include the explanation of the graph, chart, etc. on the page/file with the illustration.  (Examples: Figure 1 Shows the average temperature of incubation….Graph 4 Illustrates the variation in  duration of…..)   Be certain that all such graphs, tables or charts included with your manuscript are properly referenced within the manuscript text.  Graphs and charts should be no larger than 8” tall by 5” wide.\r\n\r\n<strong>ILLUSTRATIONS/PHOTOS:</strong> Submit photos as separate jpg or tif files sent to the editor’s email address.  Be sure to properly reference illustrations/photos within the manuscript.  You may submit as many photos as you wish, but it will be up to the editor to determine how many can be used.  A good average is 3-5. Photos should be high resolution (300 dpi). Photos must be at least 1200 x 1800 pixels in size (4x6 inches). Be sure to give proper photo credit for each photo submitted. You are also encouraged to submit suggested captions.  Do not embed photos within the manuscript.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cover Photos: </strong>To be considered for a cover, photos need to be at least 2625 x 3375 pixels in size, 300 dpi, and portrait-style (not landscape).\r\n\r\n<strong>METRIC SYSTEM:</strong> Use the twenty-four-hour clock (i.e., 0900 - 1425 hrs.) for identifying time and the continental dating system (day, month, year) when describing dates.  Use the metric system for weights and measurements (standard equivalent may be noted in parenthesis).\r\n\r\n<strong>SCIENTIFIC NAMES:</strong> Should be included with their common names, when first mentioned, and only the common name thereafter.  When both the common and scientific name are given as a paragraph heading, put the common name first.  Only currently recognized nomenclatures should be utilized.  Authorship of scientific names should be included only when nomenclature problems exist.\r\n\r\n<strong>SPECIAL NOTES:</strong> Identify Registered or Trademark products by ® or ™ symbols respectively. If you have a Products Mentioned in the Text section, please include full name and address of the manufacturer of the product, including website or email address if available.\r\n\r\nAvoid footnotes.\r\n\r\n<strong>REFERENCES:</strong> Should be listed alphabetically at the end of the manuscript according to author’s surname. (Example: Ricter, J.W. 1984.  How To be A Good Keeper. Animal Keepers’ Forum. Vol. 11, No. 6: 12-22. AAZK, Inc., Topeka, Kansas, U.S.A.)\r\n\r\nWithin the text, references should be cited as Ricter (1984) or (Ricter, 1984).\r\n\r\n<strong>Send manuscript/photos on CD to:</strong>\r\n\r\nShane Good, AKF Editor\r\nP. O. Box 535\r\nValley City, OH 44280\r\n\r\n<strong>Or submit electronically at <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>If you have any further questions or are uncertain of instructions, please contact the AKF Editor at the email address above.  Or you may call 1-330-483-1104.</strong>', 'AKF Submission Guidelines', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1183-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-07-02 10:59:20', '2013-07-02 15:59:20', '', 1183, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/1183-revision-9/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2897, 2, '2009-11-13 08:32:25', '2009-11-13 13:32:25', '<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-857" title="pbi-logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pbi-logo.jpg" alt="pbi-logo" width="165" height="129" />PBI\'s Leadership Camp attracted worldwide attention when it was launched in the fall of 2004, and it has continued to grow every year since. <a href="http://www.tundrabuggy.com">Frontiers North\'s Tundra Buggy® Adventure</a> has been the major sponsor of this program since it was started.\r\n\r\nThe fall of 2009 marked the sixth year of PBI\'s Leadership Camp, which is held in Churchill, Manitoba during the polar bear migration. This year we hosted two camps: one for students and the second for zoo keepers affiliated with our Arctic Ambassador Centers.\r\n\r\nThe Keeper Camp involved a motivated group that is helping us reach an even wider audience. Keepers carry a unique cachet with zoo guests that can inspire them to do their part to reduce carbon emissions. In addition, as adults, animal keepers have a different level of community involvement than our teen ambassadors. By broadening our line-up of Arctic Ambassadors, PBI hopes to accelerate change at the personal and community levels on behalf of the great white bears.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-869" title="img_2828-1" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_2828-1.jpg" alt="img_2828-1" width="464" height="309" /> Photo courtesy of Polar Bears International.\r\n\r\nBelow are links to video and blogs about the experience.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/keeper-blog/">http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/keeper-blog/</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amnQqGRdlTk">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amnQqGRdlTk</a>', 'Polar Bears International Leadership Camp', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '850-revision-8', '', '', '2009-11-13 08:32:25', '2009-11-13 13:32:25', '', 850, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/850-revision-8/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2900, 2, '2013-07-02 11:16:27', '2013-07-02 16:16:27', '<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">As per the ratified Bylaws of AAZK, the Board of Directors must give the membership at least forty-five (45) days official notice of their intent to revise the Bylaws of AAZK.</span></p>\r\n<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Bylaw revisions will be presented to the Professional Membership in attendance at the AAZK National Conference in Greensboro, NC on or about September 23, 2013, for ratification.  Revisions will be fully vetted for the membership in attendance.</span></p>\r\n<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">For more information or to obtain a copy of the proposed revisions to the AAZK Bylaws, please contact Ed Hansen, CEO/CFO of AAZK at Ed.Hansen@aecetia.net/gws/aazk<strong></strong></span></p>', 'AAZK Bylaws 2013 Revision Announcement', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '2898-revision-2', '', '', '2013-07-02 11:16:27', '2013-07-02 16:16:27', '', 2898, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/2898-revision-2/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2901, 2, '2013-07-02 11:17:48', '2013-07-02 16:17:48', '<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">As per the ratified Bylaws of AAZK, the Board of Directors must give the membership at least forty-five (45) days official notice of their intent to revise the Bylaws of AAZK.</span></p>\n<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Bylaw revisions will be presented to the Professional Membership in attendance at the AAZK National Conference in Greensboro, NC on or about September 23, 2013, for ratification.  Revisions will be fully vetted for the membership in attendance.</span></p>\n<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">For more information or to obtain a copy of the proposed revisions to the AAZK Bylaws, please contact Ed Hansen, CEO/CFO of AAZK at Ed.Hansen@aecetia.net/gws/aazk<strong></strong></span></p>', 'AAZK Bylaws 2013 Revision Announcement', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '2898-autosave', '', '', '2013-07-02 11:17:48', '2013-07-02 16:17:48', '', 2898, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/2898-autosave/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2966, 2, '2013-07-02 11:08:05', '2013-07-02 16:08:05', '<h1><img class="size-full wp-image-1654 alignleft" title="trees_u_me" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/trees_u_me.jpg" alt="trees_u_me" width="286" height="284" /></h1>\r\n<h1>2014 Campaign</h1>\r\n<strong>What is “Trees for You &amp; Me”?</strong>\r\nTrees for You &amp; Me is a friendly competition launched by former PBI Field Ambassadors as a financial campaign to fund tree-planting. This year, the effort has a local focus. Rather than Polar Bears International® gathering the funds for a large tree planting with our partner, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources-Forestry Division, we believe this year is a good year to draw attention to the benefits of urban tree-planting and the associated educational programming and awareness such events create.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is the “local effort”?</strong>\r\nPlanting trees in urban areas has distinct benefits, but most important is bringing the community together through engagement. Community engagement—citizens working collaboratively, through inspired action and learning, to create and realize bold visions for their common future, is a critical step in creating a movement to stop our dependence upon fossil fuels and stop global warming.\r\n\r\n<strong>How will the campaign work?</strong>\r\nTrees for You &amp; Me is still a campaign to raise financial resources to plant trees.\r\n• The funding raised will stay in your local community, with your own insititution.\r\n• The funds must be spent on a tree-planting (or appropriate greening effort) and educational event to invite others to join you in additional conservation behaviors.\r\n• The effort should coordinate with Acres with the Atmosphere or it can be part of an international tree planting effort associated with another conservation program.\r\n• And finally, that effort should be shared with others through <a href="http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/myplanetmypart">PBI’s My Planet, My Part</a>.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>When will Trees For You &amp; Me start? </strong>\r\nThe campaign will begin January 1, 2014.\r\n\r\n<span style="font-weight: bold;">When will Trees For You &amp; Me end?</span>\r\nThe campaign will end midnight, PST on March 1, 2014.\r\n\r\n<span style="font-weight: bold;">How can chapters raise and gather campaign funds?</span>\r\nEach AAZK chapter can determine the way they want to raise money. Projects in the past have included bake sales, polar plunges, miniature golf events, garage sales, silent auctions, fun runs, spaghetti dinners, car washes, recycling programs, and more. The actual cash handling procedures will be the same you follow for other campaigns for your Chapter at your institution and reporting to AAZK similarly to Bowling for Rhinos in the re-charter packet.\r\n\r\n<strong>How will the winners be awarded and announced?</strong>\r\nWe invite teams to report the amount of funds raised to PBI on January 31, February 16 and March 2. PBI will report on the status of the different chapters by sharing a website with updates at the half- way point and at the end. AAZK will report on the status of the different chapters on its website and through social media. PBI will provide $25 towards the purchase of a bush for the team leading the charge at the half-way point on Febrauary 15, 2014.  PBI will give a $100 prize to the winning chapter to plant a tree. (A plaque is up to the institution.)\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What are the prizes?</strong>\r\nFirst place is awarded to the team with the most funds reported to PBI on March 2, 2014, that were donated by Midnight MST March 1, 2014. The team receives a tree to plant in a public location that is a native species to that area with a purchase value from a commercial nursery of no more than $100. A challenge prize is awarded to the team with highest amount of funds reported to PBI by February 16, 2014, that were donated by Midnight MST February 15, 2014. The team receives a bush to plant in a public location that is a native species to that area with a purchase value from a commercial nursery of no more than $25.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How do I start?</strong>\r\n1.  Find a group and become a champion\r\n2.  Make plan for events and strategies to raise the funds over the course of the two months.\r\n3.  Define roles and responsibilities including confirming procedures for handling donations for your chapter and Institution and who will report to AAZK and PBI during the course of the campaign.\r\n4. Good luck on your efforts.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How will reporting work?</strong>\r\nEach participating AAZK chapter is responsible for following AAZK National’s requirements for reporting on funds raised for conservation in the re-chartering packet.\r\nPBI requires that each AAZK Chapter report about the planting activity with a photo and description on PBI\'s new community, <a href="http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/myplanetmypart">My Planet, My Part</a>. Acres for the Atmosphere projects or donations to tropical forests planting should be completed within six months of the campaign fundraiser close. (Reports to My Planet, My Part would occur between April-November, 2013.)\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is an example of an  Acres for the Atmosphere project?</strong>\r\nThe Acres program involves tree planting, learning, and FUN! Participants plant trees in local communities and also help educate the public about the benefits of tree planting to counteract a warming climate. For more information, contact Heather or Marissa at  <a href="mailto:Acres@pbears.org">Acres@pbears.org</a>.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is an example of an urban tree planting?</strong>\r\n<em>City of Sparta, Wisconsin</em>\r\nThe primary goal of this project is to plant a diverse mixture of 1.5" caliper saplings before Emerald Ash Borer infestations destroy the city’s tree canopy. This project has a strong educational component. The proposal includes working with the local school\'s Earth Club, the county extension office, and Master Gardeners. City residents and homeowners plan to be engaged in watering and mulching the project trees adjacent to their homes. The hope is this will inspire individuals to plant additional trees on their own personal property. The community is willing to develop and place signage in their city parks highlighting the donor.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What other projects are eligible for tree planting?</strong>\r\nYour Chapter or Institution may participate in other conservation programs where tree planting is an important component, no matter the taxon, saving tropical forest habitat impacts species and global climate change.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How Does  Planting Trees Help Polar Bears?</strong>\r\nTrees act as “carbon sinks” that absorb CO2 from the air. They store this carbon in roots, trunks, stems, and leaves while they grow and in wood products after they\'re harvested. Reducing the build-up of carbon in the atmosphere is necessary to reverse climate change. Polar bears depend on the sea ice to hunt, breed, and in some cases to den. Less carbon in the atmosphere means better conditions to retain arctic sea ice and improve polar bear habitat and survival. Conservation actions that reduce the production of GHGs are the most impactful efforts to save polar bears. Planting trees in North America is one of the few tools that we have to sequester carbon. For other forestation efforts, saving tropical rainforests is even more impactful for sequestering CO2. As an individual and group you can make difference:\r\n• Don’t buy products with palm oil\r\n• Purchase shade-grown coffee\r\n• Purchase local meat rather than meat produced in deforested tropical rain forests', 'Trees for You and Me', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '2685-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-07-02 11:08:05', '2013-07-02 16:08:05', '', 2685, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/2685-revision-19/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2965, 2, '2013-08-05 12:02:16', '2013-08-05 17:02:16', '<strong>September 2-6 2013 - </strong>International Penguin Conference, Hosted by the University of Bristol, UK.  For more information go to: combine.cs.bris.ac.uk/ipc\r\n\r\n<strong>September 5-9, 2013 - </strong>Association of Zoo Vet Technicians (AZVT)<strong> </strong>National Conference, Hosted by Alaska Sealife Center, Seward, AK.  For more information go to: www.azvt.org.\r\n\r\n<strong>September 15-20, 2013 </strong>- International Conference on Bear Research and Management, Hosted by Bringham Young University, Provo, UT.  For more information go to: http://ce.byu.edu/cw/bear/\r\n\r\n<strong>September 22-26  2013</strong> - AAZK National Conference - Hosted by the North Carolina Zoo and the North Carolina AAZK Chapter.\r\n\r\n<strong>October 3-6, 2013</strong> - Advancing Bear Care 2013 - Woodlands Wildlife Refuge, Clinton, NJ. The conference dates, hotel, program, and adjunct activities will be announced soon.   For current information and updates check ABC 2013 UPDATES often. bearcaregroup.org\r\n\r\n<strong>October 13-17, 2013</strong> - WAZA Annual Conference - Hosted by Disney’s Animal Kingdom. For more information go to: waza.org.\r\n\r\n<strong>October 14-16, 2013 </strong>- Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop, Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Garden in Los Angeles, CA.  For more information go to:  lazoo.org/orangutanssp2013\r\n\r\n<strong>October 15-18, 2013</strong> - ICEE ─ International Conference on Environmental Enrichment - Hosted by the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa at the Kwalata Game Ranch,   South Africa.  For more information, go to nzg.ac.za/icee2013.\r\n\r\n<strong>October 24-27, 2013 </strong>From Good Care to Great Welfare Presented by the Center for Zoo Animal Welfare, Detroit Zoological Society Limited scholarship opportunities available. For information contact: Elizabeth Arbaugh, Curator of Animal Welfare, Detroit Zoological Society E-mail: czaw@dzs.org\r\n<div><strong>November 10-14, 2013</strong> - Zoological Association of America (ZAA) Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ. For more information go to zaa.org.</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div><strong>November 11-15, 2013 </strong>- Training and Enrichment Workshop for Zoo and Aquarium Animals, Moody Gardens, Galveston, TX.  For more information contact: dolsen@moodygardens.com</div>\r\n<strong>Upcoming AAZK National Conferences:</strong> Orlando, FL - September 8-12, 2014 For information on upcoming AAZK conferences, watch the AAZK website at www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk.\r\n\r\n<strong>Upcoming AZA National Conferences September 7-12, 2013</strong> - AZA 2013 Annual Conference - Hosted by the Kansas City Zoo, Kansas City , MO For info on AZA Conferences, see http://aza.org.\r\n\r\n<strong>April 13-18, 2014 - </strong>ABMA’s 14th Annual Conference Dallas, TX For more information go to: theabma.org', 'Coming Events ', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '435-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-08-05 12:02:16', '2013-08-05 17:02:16', '', 435, 'http://aazk.org/uncategorized/435-revision-90/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3083, 1, '2013-10-09 11:46:30', '2013-10-09 16:46:30', '[membership level="13,11"]<h2>Job Postings</h2>\r\n<a href="http://www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk/job-listings/submit-a-job/">Post a job</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk/job-listings/all/">Current Listings</a>[/membership]\r\n[pmpro_account]', 'Membership Account', 0, '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'membership-account', '', '', '2013-12-04 15:13:39', '2013-12-04 20:13:39', '', 0, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/membership-account/', 6, 'page', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2988, 1, '2009-05-31 18:19:46', '2009-05-31 23:19:46', '<p>AAZK\'s purpose is to foster a professional attitude in animal keepers and aquarists by encouraging them to become active members of professional teams at today\'s zoos and aquariums. AAZK supports the promotion and implementation of zookeeper education and strives to make the general public aware of our concern for all deserving conservation projects and the need for the preservation of our natural resources and the species that depend on those resources.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Serving as a professional organization for zookeepers, AAZK is a valuable resource for dedicated animal care workers. AAZK is dedicated to advancing animal care, promoting public awareness, enhancing professional development and contributing to local and global conservation through fundraising and stewardship. Our goal is to inspire and motivate through our roles as animal caregivers, educators and conservationists. Through workshops, conferences, newsletters, and internet forums, AAZK helps animal care staff stay current in husbandry, training, nutrition, and conservation. Well educated keepers using modern techniques means the animals in their care benefit tremendously.</p>', 'Home Page', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '3-revision-v1', '', '', '2009-05-31 18:19:46', '2009-05-31 23:19:46', '', 3, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/3-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2989, 1, '2013-09-23 10:36:59', '2013-09-23 15:36:59', '<h4><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1602" title="pbi_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pbi_logo-300x247.jpg" alt="pbi_logo" width="144" height="118" />The American Association of Zoo Keepers and Polar Bears International are working together as Conservation Partners towards the conservation of polar bears, the Arctic ecosystem, and spreading our conservation <img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1606" title="polar_bears" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/polar_bears-300x194.jpg" alt="polar_bears" width="300" height="194" />messages on the effects of climate change.  Our Associations have developed three key programs towards these goals, Leadership Camp, Acres for the Atmosphere, and Trees for You and Me.  AAZK, PBI, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources have also teamed together to create the Polar Bear Forest.  Why are forests so important to polar bears?</h4>\r\n<!--more-->\r\n<strong>Reforestation:</strong>\r\n\r\nThough it might not seem obvious at first, planting trees helps conserve polar bear habitat in the arctic. Trees act as "carbon sinks" and absorb carbon out of the air and convert it into plant material. Trees sequester this carbon in roots, trunks, stems and leaves while they grow, and in wood products after they are harvested. That means planting trees, whether in a rural or an urban setting, helps reduce carbon in the atmosphere. Less carbon in the atmosphere means better conditions to retain Arctic ice longer and to improve polar bear habitat and survival.   Reforestation positively affects climate change and provides wildlife habitat, helping all of the species that AAZK members are so passionate to conserve.  Referenced from <a href="http://dnr.wi.gov/forestry/PolarBear/">http://dnr.wi.gov/forestry/PolarBear/</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Zoo Keeper Leadership camp:</strong>\r\n\r\nThis week-long camp brings together a motivated group of keepers who reach a wide audience with AAZK’s  conservation messages.  Keepers carry a unique cachet with zoo guests. Zoo industry research indicates that zoo visitors consider the conservation messages conveyed by<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1768" title="pbi_leadership_camp11" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pbi_leadership_camp11.jpg" alt="pbi_leadership_camp11" width="247" height="378" /> Keepers to be the preferred and most credible sources of conservation education.  Through education programs that are current, scientifically-based, fun, informative, retainable, and action-shaping, keepers inspire their public to pitch in to reduce carbon emissions.  This camp is open to keepers affiliated with PBI’s Arctic Ambassador Centers around the world, and professional members of AAZK.  It is designed to inform, inspire, and empower keepers with information and tools to motivate their constituents.  This camp is focused on communication and presentation skills, creative planning, and program execution especially with regard to climate change and its effects on polar bears.  The camp enhances professional skills and promotes networking with peers while providing access to renowned field scientists, educators, and community members.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=kkcxmrdab&amp;v=001Msfh5C4b-aeFh2IiqMjGHJoJfQHI1Y5J8aCz9C_Xl04vgMHlaztDS6BWRlS4may8eQhoEtyd_8A-CaAHNNaVZkl7ZZbK6D4PHoNxykJ7iF1fyZ6alSCdPJlhRdqw92CdcUsM4Ar-As_e0iNUN2z43Q%3D%3D">PBI October 2010 newsletter.</a>\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n<a href="http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/programs/pbi-leadership-camps/zoo-keeper-leadership-camp">http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/programs/pbi-leadership-camps/zoo-keeper-leadership-camp</a>.\r\n\r\n<em>\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<em>\r\n</em>\r\n<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1623" title="ASquaredFinal" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/acres_atmos-300x288.jpg" alt="ASquaredFinal" width="180" height="173" /></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Acres for the Atmosphere:</strong><strong></strong></p>\r\n\r\nGraduates of the 2009 Zoo Keeper Leadership Camp in Churchill, Manitoba created the initiative Acres for the Atmosphere (AFTA), both for <img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1649" title="marissa1" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/marissa1-251x300.jpg" alt="marissa1" width="176" height="210" />conservation education and to take immediate action. With the continued support of PBI and AAZK, we intend to reduce the prevalence of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the earth’s atmosphere. Our initiative is designed around three objectives that will enable us to accomplish this goal. We will increase carbon sequestration by greening areas with vegetative plantings or trees, decrease CO2 emissions within our local communities, and raise awareness in our communities in order to curb our carbon addiction. Our program launches year to year in correspondence with each year’s Zoo Keeper Leadership Camp.  Keepers can get involved on both the individual and AAZK Chapter level.  Join us and lead your communities to a more sustainable future!  Please contact:  <a href="mailto:marissa.krouse@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">marissa.krouse@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1647" title="nc_group2" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/nc_group2.jpg" alt="nc_group2" width="467" height="393" /><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1656" title="bagbear" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bagbear.jpg" alt="bagbear" width="479" height="396" />', 'AAZK and Polar Bears International', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1589-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:36:59', '2013-09-23 15:36:59', '', 1589, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1589-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2990, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', 'Thank you for your interest in submitting a paper for publication Animal Keepers’ Forum. Please adhere to the following guidelines for manuscript submission.  If a paper is submitted and does not follow these guidelines, it will be rejected for publication.  Be sure to include your contact information for the editor, including e-mail address and daytime phone number if available.\r\n\r\n<strong>FORMAT:</strong>\r\n\r\n1. Submit manuscripts electronically in MS Word only to <a href="mailto:shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">shane.good@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.   You may also submit a paper on a disk or CD in Microsoft Word ONLY.\r\n\r\n2. Use a clear, clean typeface. Suggested type fonts are 10-point Times Roman.\r\n\r\n3. Body of manuscript should be single-spaced.\r\n\r\n4. Do not indent paragraphs.\r\n\r\n5. Double space between paragraphs.\r\n\r\n6. Do not use computer-generated page numbering (headers/footers).\r\n\r\n7. Use a 1-inch margin setting on top, bottom and sides of your manuscript.\r\n\r\n8. Bold-face or underline sub-headings within the text (i.e. Introduction, Materials, Methods, Conclusions, etc.) Do not use all caps for these headings.\r\n\r\n<strong>LENGTH: </strong>The entire paper, including graphs, charts and illustrations should be no more than ten (10) pages long.\r\n\r\n<strong>TITLE:</strong> Should be brief and descriptive.  Center your title on the first page of your paper directly before you begin the introduction and text. Type size for title should be no larger than 14 point. Follow the title with your name, position, facility, city and state as shown below:  Author information should be in 10 point type, Italics.\r\n\r\nBy\r\n\r\nJoe Smith, Keeper II\r\n\r\nBest Zoological Park\r\n\r\nAnywhere, Allstates\r\n\r\n<strong>TABLES/GRAPHS:</strong> Submit all tables and graphs as separate files in their native program (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)  Do not embed the tables and graphs within the manuscript. Include the explanation of the graph, chart, etc. on the page/file with the illustration.  (Examples: Figure 1 Shows the average temperature of incubation….Graph 4 Illustrates the variation in  duration of…..)   Be certain that all such graphs, tables or charts included with your manuscript are properly referenced within the manuscript text.  Graphs and charts should be no larger than 8” tall by 5” wide.\r\n\r\n<strong>ILLUSTRATIONS/PHOTOS:</strong> Submit photos as separate jpg or tif files sent to the editor’s email address.  Be sure to properly reference illustrations/photos within the manuscript.  You may submit as many photos as you wish, but it will be up to the editor to determine how many can be used.  A good average is 3-5. Photos should be high resolution (300 dpi). Photos must be at least 1200 x 1800 pixels in size (4x6 inches). Be sure to give proper photo credit for each photo submitted. You are also encouraged to submit suggested captions.  Do not embed photos within the manuscript.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cover Photos: </strong>To be considered for a cover, photos need to be at least 2625 x 3375 pixels in size, 300 dpi, and portrait-style (not landscape).\r\n\r\n<strong>METRIC SYSTEM:</strong> Use the twenty-four-hour clock (i.e., 0900 - 1425 hrs.) for identifying time and the continental dating system (day, month, year) when describing dates.  Use the metric system for weights and measurements (standard equivalent may be noted in parenthesis).\r\n\r\n<strong>SCIENTIFIC NAMES:</strong> Should be included with their common names, when first mentioned, and only the common name thereafter.  When both the common and scientific name are given as a paragraph heading, put the common name first.  Only currently recognized nomenclatures should be utilized.  Authorship of scientific names should be included only when nomenclature problems exist.\r\n\r\n<strong>SPECIAL NOTES:</strong> Identify Registered or Trademark products by ® or ™ symbols respectively. If you have a Products Mentioned in the Text section, please include full name and address of the manufacturer of the product, including website or email address if available.\r\n\r\nAvoid footnotes.\r\n\r\n<strong>REFERENCES:</strong> Should be listed alphabetically at the end of the manuscript according to author’s surname. (Example: Ricter, J.W. 1984.  How To be A Good Keeper. Animal Keepers’ Forum. Vol. 11, No. 6: 12-22. AAZK, Inc., Topeka, Kansas, U.S.A.)\r\n\r\nWithin the text, references should be cited as Ricter (1984) or (Ricter, 1984).\r\n\r\n<strong>Send manuscript/photos on CD to:</strong>\r\n\r\nShane Good, AKF Editor\r\nP. O. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2992, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', 'We would like to begin putting together a library of photographs to be utilized in <em>Animal Keepers\' Forum</em> either as an occasional four-color cover or in conjunction with material inside the journal. We plan to gather this photo library electronically. Photographers interested in submitting photos should send them to <a href="mailto:denise.wagner@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">denise.wagner@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>. Pho<em></em>tos should be high resolution and in either .jpg or.tif format. When sending, please include common and scientific name of species featured in the photo. Please put "Photo Library" in the subject line.\r\n\r\nEach photo must be accompanied by a Photo Release Form available for download below. You may submit the form electronically to Denise at the above address or print it out, obtain required signatures and send by regular mail to:\r\n\r\nBarbara Manspeaker, AAZK Inc.\r\n3601 SW 29th St., Suite 133\r\nTopeka, KS 66614-2054\r\nAttn: photo release.\r\n\r\nAAZK, Inc. does <strong>not</strong> pay for photographs, but will give appropriate photo credit to individual photographers and/or institutions whenever a photo is utilized and a copy of the <em>AKF</em> issue in which the photograph appears will be sent to the photographer and/or institution.\r\n\r\nAAZK Photo Model Release Form: <a href="/wp-content/uploads/aazk_photo_model_release.doc">Word format</a> | <a href="/wp-content/uploads/aazk_photo_model_release.pdf">Adobe Acrobat format</a>', 'AAZK Photo Model Release Form', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '267-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 267, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/267-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2993, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '<strong>October 3-6, 2013</strong> - Advancing Bear Care 2013 - Woodlands Wildlife Refuge, Clinton, NJ. The conference dates, hotel, program, and adjunct activities will be announced soon.   For current information and updates check ABC 2013 UPDATES often. bearcaregroup.org\r\n\r\n<strong>October 13-17, 2013</strong> - WAZA Annual Conference - Hosted by Disney’s Animal Kingdom. For more information go to: waza.org.\r\n\r\n<strong>October 14-16, 2013 </strong>- Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop, Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Garden in Los Angeles, CA.  For more information go to:  lazoo.org/orangutanssp2013\r\n\r\n<strong>October 15-18, 2013</strong> - ICEE ─ International Conference on Environmental Enrichment - Hosted by the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa at the Kwalata Game Ranch,   South Africa.  For more information, go to nzg.ac.za/icee2013.\r\n\r\n<strong>October 24-27, 2013 </strong>From Good Care to Great Welfare Presented by the Center for Zoo Animal Welfare, Detroit Zoological Society Limited scholarship opportunities available. For information contact: Elizabeth Arbaugh, Curator of Animal Welfare, Detroit Zoological Society E-mail: czaw@dzs.org\r\n\r\n<strong>November 10-14, 2013</strong> - Zoological Association of America (ZAA) Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ. For more information go to zaa.org\r\n<div><strong>November 11-15, 2013 </strong>- Training and Enrichment Workshop for Zoo and Aquarium Animals, Moody Gardens, Galveston, TX.  For more information contact: dolsen@moodygardens.com.</div>\r\n<strong>Upcoming AAZK National Conferences:</strong> Orlando, FL - September 8-12, 2014 For information on upcoming AAZK conferences, watch the AAZK website at www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk.\r\n\r\n<strong>February 5-8, 2014</strong> - 22nd International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators Conference, Dallas TX 2014: Texas Fly\'em.  For more information go to:  IAATE.org\r\n\r\n<strong>March 15-19, 2014</strong> - Otter Keeper Workshop, Denver, CO  Hosted by the Denver Zoo and DEnver Downtown Aquarium.  For more information go to: otterkeepersworkshop.org\r\n\r\n<strong>March 22-28, 2014</strong> AZA Mid-year Meeting, Memphis, TN  For more information go to: AAZA.org/midyearmeeting\r\n<h4><strong><strong>April 13-18, 2014</strong></strong><strong> </strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><strong>- </strong><span style="font-family: Georgia, \'Times New Roman\', \'Bitstream Charter\', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">ABMA’s 14th Annual Conference Dallas, TX For more information go to: theabma.org</span></span></h4>\r\n<strong>October 6-8, 2014 </strong>- 3rd International Flamingo Symposium Hosted by SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego. CA.  For more information contact: laurie.conrad@SeaWorld.com', 'Coming Events ', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '435-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 435, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/435-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (4558, 1, '2013-11-20 13:02:33', '2013-11-20 18:02:33', '[membership level="0"]\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe AAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos (BFR)</strong> provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s BFR fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK. BFR events across North America raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.\r\n\r\nIn 1990, AAZK began by supporting the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n<h4>Who does BFR support?</h4>\r\n<img class="alignleft" alt="Black Rhinos" src="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" hspace="10" vspace="10" /> In Kenya, Africa, BFR supports the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignright" alt="" src="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/sumatranrhino1.jpg" /> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events and have added the <em>Rocking For Rhinos</em>, <em>Rummage For Rhinos</em>, and <em>Recycling For Rhinos</em> projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\nIf you have more questions about the Bowling for Rhinos event, please visit the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-faq/">FAQ</a> page.\r\n<h4>Donate</h4>\r\nMake a donation for <em>Bowling for Rhinos</em> by clicking the link below.\r\n<div class="first sixcol">\r\n<h6>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h6>\r\n<strong><span style="font-size: 1.9em;">$4,321,808.48</span></strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div class="last sixcol">\r\n<h6>2012 Funds Raised:</h6>\r\n<strong><span style="font-size: 1.9em;">$337,191.09</span></strong>\r\n<em> - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div class="clear"></div>\r\n<a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2410" alt="donate_button" src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n[/membership]\r\n[membership]Testing[/membership]', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-11-20 13:02:33', '2013-11-20 18:02:33', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2995, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '<p>Dedicated to professional animal care, the vision of AAZK is to provide a resource for professional development, behavioral husbandry and conservation for zookeepers and animal care professionals. AAZK seeks to cultivate quality animal care by making available the latest techniques and resources in animal husbandry and management and by recognizing the efforts of groups and individuals for excellence in advancing the animal keeping profession and promoting conservation efforts. Our committees are designed to further this vision. If interested in a specific committee and its function and resources please click on one of the links on the left for more information.</p>', 'Committees', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '12-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 12, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/12-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2996, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '<h3>Conference Program Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-1504 alignnone" title="ed_hansen" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/ed_hansen-150x150.jpg" alt="ed_hansen" width="150" height="150" /> Ed Hansen\r\n<h3>Upcoming AAZK Conferences:</h3>\r\n<!--more-->\r\n\r\n \r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>2013: </strong>Asheboro, NC - September 22-26</li>\r\n	<li><strong>2014: </strong>Orlando, FL - September 8-12</li>\r\n	<li><strong>2015:</strong> St. Louis, MO - September 27 - October 1</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>', 'Annual AAZK Conferences', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '160-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 160, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/160-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2997, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1249" title="janmccoy" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-150x150.jpg" alt="janmccoy" width="150" height="150" /> Janet McCoy\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award, The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award, The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award, Lifetime Achievement Award (LA), the Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment(LHEE) Award, The Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE), The Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER), the Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA), and The Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award(CMC). </em>\r\n\r\nNomination criteria for these nine awards are listed below. These awards are presented at the annual AAZK National Conference held in the fall each year. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>1 May</strong>. Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\r\n\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\nOr, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s  director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Award Nominations should be submitted to:</strong>\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\n<strong>Deadline for Nominations is 1 May </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-lutz-ruhe-meritorious-achievement-aazk-professional-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-in-conservation-cmc/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-aazk-chapter-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2008_awards_recipients.pdf">2008 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2009awards.pdf">2009 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2010_awards.pdf">2010 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2011 awards.pdf">2011 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/awards2012.pdf">2012 Award Recipients</a></strong>', 'Awards Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '224-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 224, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/224-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (2998, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2729" title="julie" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/julie.jpg" alt="julie" width="125" height="146" /> <em><strong>Julie Hartell-DeNardo<em> - St. Louis Zoo</em></strong></em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Behavioral Husbandry Committee exists to serve our AAZK members by providing access to up to date resources relevant to Behavioral Husbandry topics including: training, enrichment and animal welfare.  The committee strives to encourage, educate, share knowledge and share techniques typified in zoo and aquarium settings.\r\n<h3>Resources produced:</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>ADTF, Animal Training Section (AAZK, 2001)</li>\r\n	<li>List of Training Terminology (AAZK/AZA Behavioral Advisory Group, 2003)</li>\r\n	<li>Training &amp; Enrichment Bibliography (AAZK ATC &amp; Enrichment Committees, 2001)</li>\r\n	<li>Training Workshops on Various Training Topics (AAZK National Conference Proceedings, 2001-2004)</li>\r\n	<li>Articles and Committee Updates (Animal Keeper\'s Forum)</li>\r\n	<li>www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk committee web pages (2002)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Projects:</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Partner with other committees to streamline resources and efforts</li>\r\n	<li>Development of new workshops for the annual conference</li>\r\n	<li>Development of training behavior lists for taxonomic groups</li>\r\n	<li>Update the bibliography and resource lists over time</li>\r\n	<li>Surveying the membership to meet needs</li>\r\n	<li>Enhancement of this website</li>\r\n	<li>A database of bibliographies</li>\r\n	<li> Enrichment guidelines for marine mammals and elephants</li>\r\n	<li> AAZK Enrichment Notebook, 2nd edition translation into Spanish, French and Chinese languages</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Additional Information</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/what_is_animal_training.pdf">What is Training?</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/health_and_safety_considerations.pdf">Health and Safety Considerations</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/training_enrichment_bibliography.pdf">Training and Enrichment Bibliography</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/training_terms_glossary.pdf">Glossary of Training Terms</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/aazk_animal_data_transfer.pdf">Animal Data Transfer Form</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.enrichment.org/miniwebfile.php?Region=Video_Library&amp;File2=video_library_sb.html&amp;File=video_library.html&amp;NotFlag=1">Training and Enrichment Video Library</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/about/committee/behavioral-husbandry/resources/">Resources</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/risk_assessment_and_safety.pdf">Risk Assessment and Safety</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/members/bhc.php">Suggested Guidelines for Enrichment</a> (Available only to AAZK Members!)</li>\r\n	<li><a href="/about/committee/behavioral-husbandry/printed-resources">Printed Resources</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/about/committee/behavioral-husbandry/suppliers/">Enrichment Suppliers</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/members/bhc.php">Enrichment Day Examples</a> (Available only to AAZK Members!)</li>\r\n	<li><a href="/about/committee/behavioral-husbandry/related-sites/">Related Sites</a></li>\r\n</ul>', 'Behavioral Husbandry', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '192-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:00', '2013-09-23 15:37:00', '', 192, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/192-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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livestock supplies\r\n(800) 533-3377\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.jefferspet.com">www.jefferspet.com</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.jefferslivestock.com">www.jefferslivestock.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Jolly Pets</strong>\r\nHorseman’s Pride\r\nHeavy duty plastic toys\r\n10008 State Rt. 43\r\nStreetsboro, OH. 44241\r\n<a href="http://www.jollypets.com/HorsemenHome.html">http://www.jollypets.com/HorsemenHome.html</a>\r\nemail: <a href="mailto:cservice@jollypets.com">cservice@jollypets.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Kong Company</strong>\r\nKong toys\r\n16191 Table Mountain Parkway\r\nGolden, CO 80403\r\n(303)  216-2626\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.kongcompany.com/">http://www.kongcompany.com/</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Kracor, Inc.</strong>\r\nPlastic enrichment feeders &amp; toys\r\n(800) 255-6335\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.kracor.com">www.kracor.com</a>\r\nemail:  <a href="mailto:custormerservice@kracor.com">custormerservice@kracor.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Larson Company</strong>\r\n"The Stump" enrichment  device\r\n(520) 294-3900 FAX  (520) 741-7930\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.larson-usa.com">www.larson-usa.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Leather Elves</strong>\r\nEnrichment devices for birds &amp; 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buoys\r\n(800) 351-1363\r\n<a href="http://www.rotonics.com ">www.rotonics.com </a>\r\nemail: <a href="mailto:buoys@rotonics.com">buoys@rotonics.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Safari Thatch, Inc.</strong>\r\nBamboo Products\r\n(954) 564-0059\r\nFAX (954) 564-7431\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.safarithatch.com/">www.safarithatch.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Sanctuary Supplies</strong>\r\n4300 Pletzer    Blvd.\r\nRootstown,   OH. 44272\r\n(877) 886-1992\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.sanctuarysupplies.com">www.sanctuarysupplies.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Seeds of Change</strong>\r\nOrganic seeds for edible plants\r\nFAX (505) 438-7052\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.seedsofchange.com/">www.seedsofchange.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>SINCO Group, Inc.</strong>\r\nCargo Nets\r\nFAX (860) 632-1509\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.sinco.com/">www.sinco.com</a>\r\nemail: <a href="mailto:sales@sincosala.com">sales@sincosala.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>SitStay</strong>\r\nTraining Clickers\r\nFAX (402) 467-5055\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.sitstay.com/">www.sitstay.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>StarBird</strong>\r\nZoo Enrichment\r\n(310) 489-8868\r\nFAX (310) 828-5129\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.estarbird.com/">www.estarbird.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Sweeney Enterprises, Inc.</strong>\r\nAutomatic Feeders\r\n(800) 443-4244\r\nFAX (800) 337-5017\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.sweeneyfeeders.com">www.sweeneyfeeders.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>That Pet Place</strong>\r\n<a href="http://www.thatpetplace.com ">www.thatpetplace.com </a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Twin Leather Company</strong>\r\nBird toy parts and supplies\r\n(508) 583-3485\r\nFAX (508) 586-4501\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.twinleather.com/">www.twinleather.com</a>\r\nemail: <a href="mailto:sales@twinleather.com">sales@twinleather.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Valentine Inc.\r\n</strong>Zoological supplies\r\nFAX  (239) 645 4682\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.valentineinc.com/">www.valentineinc.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Welburn Gourd Farm</strong>\r\nGourds\r\n(760)728-4271\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.welburngourdfarm.com">www.welburngourdfarm.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>World Champion Horse Equipment</strong>\r\nEquine Supply\r\n(931) 684-0496\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.ehorseequipment.com">www.ehorseequipment.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Zoomed Laboratories</strong>\r\nHerpetological Supplies\r\n(805) 542-9988  FAX (805) 542-9295\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.zoomed.com/">www.zoomed.com</a>\r\nemail: <a href="mailto:zoomed@zoomed.com">zoomed@zoomed.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>', 'Enrichment Suppliers', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '324-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 324, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/324-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3001, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', 'The training resources available today, many of them free, can really help a trainer develop skills, problem solve, and collect new ideas.  There are literally thousands, if not more, resources for zoo keepers to learn more about animal training.  Below is a brief list of some of these resources other than those produced by the ATC.  This resource list includes websites, List Servs and supply companies that are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the AAZK, Inc.  However, many of them can prove to be quite useful to the zoo trainer.  Specific articles and books are listed in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/training_enrichment_bibliography.pdf">Animal Training and Enrichment Bibliography</a>.\r\n\r\nThere is one resource that is not on this list that is invaluable to the zoo trainer - our zoo colleagues.  In addition to utilizing the vast array of training resources available in books, or websites, etc., the ATC encourages all zoo trainers to communicate with their peers and colleagues to learn from each other’s experiences.\r\n\r\n<strong>E Mail List Serves:</strong>\r\nAZA (American Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Animal Training List Serve.  To join contact <a href="mailto:mthompson@lifegate.net">mthompson@lifegate.net</a>.\r\nRATE: Reptile, Amphibian Training and Enrichment List Serve.  To join contact  <a href="mailto:andre.j.daneault@disney.com">andre.j.daneault@disney.com</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Journals and Newsletters:</strong>\r\nAnimal Behavior Management Alliance\r\nC/o Gary Wilson, Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, CA 93021, 805-378-1441\r\n\r\nAnimal Keepers’ Forum (Journal of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK)\r\n3601 S.W 29th St. Suite 133, Topeka, KS 66614\r\n\r\nJournal of the Elephant Managers’ Association Newsletter (EMA)\r\nC/o Chuck Doyle Rosamund Gifford Zoo 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse, NY 13204\r\n\r\nSoundings, Magazine of the International Marine Animal Trainers’ Association (IMATA)\r\n1200 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605\r\n\r\nThe Flyer, newsletter of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators (IAATE)\r\n2412 Creekside Court, Stillwater, MN 55082\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\nWorld Wide Web:</strong>\r\nArk Animals\r\n<a href="http://www.arkanimals.com">www.arkanimals.com</a>\r\n\r\nElephant Managers’ Association\r\n<a href="http://www.elephant-managers.com">www.elephant-managers.com</a>\r\n\r\nInternational Association of Avian Trainers and Educators\r\n<a href="http://www.iaate.org">www.iaate.org</a>\r\n\r\nInternational Marine Animal Trainers’ Association\r\n<a href="http://www.imata.org">www.imata.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnimal Training Website for Disney’s Animal Kingdom\r\n<a href="http://www.animaltraining.org">www.animaltraining.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Bird Training Websites</strong>\r\nBarbara Heidenreich\'s website\r\n<a href="http://www.GoodBirdInc.com">www.GoodBirdInc.com</a>\r\n\r\nNorthwood limited\r\n<a href="http://www.northwoodsfalconry.com/">http://www.northwoodsfalconry.com/</a>\r\n\r\nMike\'s Falconry\r\n<a href="http://www.mikesfalconry.com/">http://www.mikesfalconry.com/</a>\r\n\r\nPsitticines\r\n<a href="http://www.busybeaks.com/77811_good_bird.htm">http://www.busybeaks.com/77811_good_bird.htm</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Places to purchase books:</strong>\r\nAmazon.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Training Supplies:</strong>\r\nAnimal Management Resources, Inc. (Meg Hudson-Dye)\r\n<a href="http://www.Mytrainingstore.com">www.Mytrainingstore.com</a>\r\n\r\nBusy Beaks, LLC\r\n458 Lucher Rd\r\nWillis, TX  77378\r\nVoice: 936-344-8400\r\nFax: 936-344-8406\r\n<a href="http://www.busybeaks.com">www.busybeaks.com</a>\r\n\r\nThey have a large variety of bird toys that are good quality.\r\n\r\nKaren Pryor’s Website and Store\r\n<a href="http://www.clickertraining.com">www.clickertraining.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Transmitters:</strong>\r\nMerlin Systems, Inc.\r\nP.O. Box 190257 Boise, ID 83719\r\nPh:(208)362-2254   Fax:(208) 362-2140\r\nFor Orders: 1-866-742-8475\r\n<a href="http://www.merlin-systems.com">www.merlin-systems.com</a>\r\n\r\nLL Electronics\r\n<a href="http://www.radiotracking.com/">http://www.radiotracking.com/</a>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Receivers:</strong>\r\n<a href="http://www.com-spec.com">www.com-spec.com</a>\r\n\r\n<em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Please note: The information and/or products provided in this resource list are intended for use at the zoo trainer\'s discretion. The ATC or AAZK, Inc. does not necessarily endorse the information or products in this resource list, but has compiled it simply as a reference list for you to use at your own discretion.</em>', 'Suggested Animal Training Resources', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '303-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 303, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/303-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3002, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h2>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></h2>\r\n<h2>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h2>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h2>Total Funds Raised to Date: <span style="color: #ff0000;">$4,321,808.48</span></h2>\r\n<h2><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span style="color: #ff0000;"><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></strong></strong></h2>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos (BFR)', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3003, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', 'The following links are relevant to the Bowling for Rhinos program.\r\n\r\nAAZK Inc. makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, value, integrity, completeness or authenticity of the information or opinions contained in the web sites below, and any link to another web site shall not in any manner be construed as an endorsement by AAZK Inc. of the web site or the products or services described therein.\r\n\r\nThese links might lead to web sites containing links that display offensive and objectionable content or which may contain dangerous computer viruses. You assume, and AAZK Inc. hereby disclaims, all responsibility for any of the content on other sites or for any damage sustained by users of these sites.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.bluerhino.com/BRWEB/Company-Info/Save-the-Rhinos.aspx"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-867" title="blue-rhino-logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/blue-rhino-logo.jpg" alt="blue-rhino-logo" width="216" height="92" /></a> <a href="http://www.bluerhino.com/BRWEB/Company-Info/Save-the-Rhinos.aspx">Blue Rhino</a>\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1461" title="lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2-300x295.jpg" alt="lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2" width="180" height="177" /><a href="http://www.lewa.org">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a>\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-986" title="irflogosm" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/irflogosm.jpg" alt="irflogosm" width="150" height="98" /> <a href="http://www.rhinos-irf.org/">International Rhino Foundation</a>\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-987" title="acklogosm" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/acklogosm.jpg" alt="acklogosm" width="144" height="150" /> <a href="http://www.actionforcheetahs.org/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>\r\n\r\n<img class="size-full wp-image-1832 alignleft" title="nrt-logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/nrt-logo.jpg" alt="nrt-logo" width="135" height="170" />\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.nrt-kenya.org">\r\n</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.nrt-kenya.org">\r\n</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.nrt-kenya.org">\r\n</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.nrt-kenya.org">Northern Rangelands Trust</a>', 'BFR Links', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '885-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 885, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/885-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3004, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h2><span style="color: #ff0000;">Application Deadline is June 1, 2013</span></h2>\r\nThe American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc.  (AAZK) is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Fund. This competitive grant is designed to fund projects focused on rhino conservation and research. The total amount of funds available in 2012 is $3426.22. This competitive grant is designed to fund projects focused on rhino conservation and research. Successful proposals will reflect AAZK values and meet award criteria in one of four categories:\r\n<strong>·    Category I - In-situ Rhino Conservation and Research-</strong>\r\nShort-term (less than one year), specific, field research projects on African or Asian rhino species conducted by an individual or organized group of individuals working under the auspices of a zoological facility, educational entity or AAZK Conservation Partner.\r\n<strong>·    Category 2 - In–situ Community, Educational or Medical Programs (Africa or Asia)-</strong>\r\nCommunity education, school support or medical programs developed or administrated by an individual working under the auspices of a zoological facility, educational entity or AAZK Conservation Partner restricted to the continents of Africa or Asia. Preference may be given to local programs established and/or administrated by LWC (Lewa Wildlife Conservancy), IRF (International Rhino Foundation) or ACK (Action for Cheetahs in Kenya) endorsed partners.\r\n<strong>·    Category 3 - In-situ Species Conservation-</strong>\r\nShort-term (less than one year), specific, field research projects on any species that shares the exact same ecosystem as: Asian, Java, Sumatran, and African Black or White rhino.\r\n<strong>·    Category 4 - Ex-situ Rhino Conservation and Research –</strong>\r\nShort-term (less than one year), specific, zoological research projects on African or Asian rhino species conducted by an individual or organized group of individuals working under the auspices of a zoological facility, educational entity or AAZK Conservation Partner. Researcher(s) must be able to demonstrate evidence of partnership with a rhino conservation entity operating in Asia or Africa combined with a tangible benefit to an in-situ conservation project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Eligibility</strong>\r\nAffiliation or partnership with AAZK is not required, but preference may be given to AAZK Members or Conservation Partners.\r\n<span style="color: #ff0000;"><em><strong>Applications are due no later the June 1st.</strong></em></span> Award announcements will be made on July 1.  Application information is available on the AAZK website, <a href="http://www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk">www.aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>. Go to the About Us on the homepage, then to Bowling for Rhinos for info and an application.\r\n\r\n<a class="thickbox" href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-grant-application-instructions/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Application instructions.</a>', 'Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1221-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 1221, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1221-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3005, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<a href="#q1">What is "Bowling For  Rhinos"?</a>\r\n<a href="#q2">Why save Rhinos?</a>\r\n<a href="#q3">Where do Bowling For Rhinos  Funds go?</a>\r\n<a href="#q4">Are donations to Bowling  For Rhinos tax deductible?</a>\r\n<a href="#q5">How can I help?</a>\r\n<a href="#q6">Do you need to be an AAZK  member to bowl?</a>\r\n<a href="#q7">How many chapters  participate?</a>\r\n<a href="#q10">Why not bowl for a  different animal each year?</a>\r\n<a href="#q11"></a><a href="#q12">Where can I get more  information?</a>\r\n\r\n<hr /><strong><a name="q1"><big>Q: What is "Bowling For Rhinos"?</big></a></strong>\r\n<strong><big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big><img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1308" title="bfr_logo_497x497" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_logo_497x497-150x150.jpg" alt="bfr_logo_497x497" width="90" height="90" />A:</big></strong> Each year the American Association of Zoo keepers (AAZK)  sponsors a fund raising bowl-a-thon called "Bowling For Rhinos" (BFR).  Over 60 AAZK chapters participate  throughout the US and Canada raising between $200,000- $300,000 annually. But our goal is raise $500,000 annually. BFR funds support LWC- Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly called Ngare Sergoi  rhino sanctuary) in Kenya, Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia  and Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park (BBSNP)and Way Kambas in  Sumatra.  These sanctuaries not only save rhinos but also these entire  ecosystems!\r\n\r\n<a name="q2"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q2"><big>Q: Why save Rhinos?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> Rhinos have lived on earth for over 50 million years but whether they  survive even 50 more years is open to speculation. Only 5 species of<img class="size-medium wp-image-1312 alignright" title="extinct_rhino" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/extinct_rhino-300x200.jpg" alt="extinct_rhino" width="300" height="200" /> rhino exist today when once there were over 100 species.  All 5 species- the white, black, greater one-horned, Sumatran and Javan are endangered.  Only the  white rhino with a population of 4,600 seems to be somewhat safe from  extinction.  In 1960, 60,000 black rhinos roamed Africa. Today only  2,500 remain in isolated populations.  On the Asian continent, the greater one-horned population remains at 2,000. The Sumatran species numbers around 200 and the Javan species has fewer than 60 animals.\r\n\r\nThe black rhino is a symbol of conservation in Africa as our bald eagle  is to those of us in the United States. If the black rhino were to go extinct what message would we give our children?  The rhino is a large, flagship species.  By striving to save the rhino, we save large expanses of habitat.  By saving these habitats, we are saving many endangered  species, not just the rhino.\r\n\r\nThe rhino is our link to the dinosaurs as it has lived on earth over 50  million years but it can not survive guns and man.  The rhino is  killed for its horn to be used in oriental medicines and as symbolic dagger handles.  So valuable is the horn to poachers that the rhino can not survive unless it is on protected sanctuaries such as LWC and the Indonesian parks.  "BFR"  money is used to fence in these areas, purchase planes and land rover vehicles to curtail poaching, translocate rhino into the sanctuaries/parks, purchase trip cameras for censusing, and salaries for anti-poaching security guards to name a few.\r\n\r\n<img class="size-full wp-image-1243 alignleft" title="aazk-color-logo-c2a8" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk-color-logo-c2a8.jpg" alt="aazk-color-logo-c2a8" width="56" height="68" />The black rhino is AAZK National\'s symbol and we believe we have an  obligation to save it and the other rhino species from extinction.  Through our efforts, we feel we can save valuable habitats and the animals living in their safe havens for future generations to enjoy.\r\n\r\n<a name="q3"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q3"><big>Q: Where do Bowling For Rhinos Funds go?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> 100% of all funds raised goes directly to in situ  conservation projects, conserving four species of rhino, their habitats,  and hundreds of other endangered plants and animals. BFR helps preserve  the black and white rhino in Africa and the Javan and Sumatran rhino in  Indonesia. <img class="size-medium wp-image-1443 alignright" title="img_5337" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_5337-300x200.jpg" alt="img_5337" width="210" height="140" />\r\n\r\nIn 1994, "BFR" expanded their funding efforts to include Ujung Kulon.  This is a 300 square mile National Park on the island of Java  (Indonesia) which is home to some of the rarest animals on earth!  Ujung  Kulon supports the last 47 Javan rhinos in the world (with a few  discovered in Viet Nam), 40 species of mammals, 250 species of birds,  many rare amphibians and reptiles including the green sea turtle. In  fact, Java is home to one eighth of the world\'s mammals, birds, reptile,  amphibian and plant species although it only occupies one percent of  the globes land surface!\r\n\r\nIn 1997, "BFR" again expanded their funding efforts to include Bukit  Barisan Selatan National Park (BBSNP). This is a 3,568 square km  protected area on the southwest side of the island of Sumatra. Asian  elephant, tiger, clouded leopard, Malayan sun bear, Indian wild dog and a  substantial number of the estimated 200 Sumatran rhinos live within  this park. $25,000 / year is needed at BBSNP  to provide additional  patrol stations, <img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1445" title="sumatranrhino" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/sumatranrhino-300x199.jpg" alt="sumatranrhino" width="240" height="159" />patrol equipment and training of park guards in anti-  poaching skills.\r\n\r\nThere is now an Indonesian Rhino Conservation program (IRCP) that  includes all parks with rhino populations. This program will allow  funding to be used on top priority needs in top priority locations to  conserve wildlife. BFR is part of this program. This allows unused  funding in any given year to go through IRCP to be reallocated to these  top priority locations. This allows BFR to expand funding to include  such places as Way Kambas (Eastern Sumatra) that has a large population  of Sumatran rhinos. Way Kambas has the 3rd or 4th largest population of  Sumatran rhinos in the world and is a crucial nucleus for the survival  and recovery of this species. Currently, the best use of and greatest  need for the BFR funds is to be used to establish more anti-poaching  teams in Way Kambas.\r\n\r\nOur first $160,000 raised each year goes to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy(LWC). 50% of the monies raised over that amount are sent to the International Rhino Foundation to help fund their Indonesian programs. 40% of the monies over $160,000 are sent to LWC and 8% is sent to Action for Cheetah in Kenya. The final 2% of monies raised over the $160,000 mark are then set aside for fund the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">BFR Conservation Resource Fund Grant </a>administered by the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<a name="q4"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q4"><big>Q: Are donations to Bowling For Rhinos tax  deductible?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> Yes, BFR is covered under AAZK\'s tax # 23-7274856 as a 501  (c)(3) organization.  Also, remember to check with your employer to see  if they have a matching gift program as an easy way to double your  donation.\r\n\r\n<a name="q5"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q5"><big>Q: How can I help?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> You can help by participating in your local AAZK Chapter\'s  Bowling For Rhinos fundraiser or by donating to someone who is. <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/links/aazk-local-chapters">Click  here</a> to locate a chapter nearest you. You can then contact that chapter to see if they are hosting an event.\r\n\r\n<a name="q6"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q6"><big>Q: Do you need to be an AAZK member to bowl?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> No. Anyone can join the bowl-a-thon and have fun.\r\n\r\n<a name="q7"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q7"><big>Q: How many chapters participate?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> Approximately 60 chapters participate each year with about  55 events (some bowl together) in U.S. and Canada.\r\n\r\n<a name="q8"> </a>\r\n\r\n<a name="q10"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q10"><big>Q: Why not bowl for a different animal each  year?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> It takes about 5 years for a fund raiser to take hold  where the public looks forward to it so it is important to keep the name  the same. BFR saves rhino habitat so it saves everything from orchids  to sea turtles to elephants. In fact, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya  has more elephants (300) than rhino (80). BFR also saves cheetah,  Grevy\'s zebra, Sumatran tigers, Malayan sun bears and tapirs, Javan  gibbons and the coral reefs,  just to name a few.\r\n\r\n<a name="q12"> </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name="q12"><big>Q: Where can I get more information?</big></a></strong> <strong>\r\n<big></big></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><big>A:</big></strong> Hopefully, you can find most of what you\'re looking for on  our website. If there are things we can add that are useful, please let  us know. Additionally, you can find out more through some of the  programs that we participate in, <a href="http://www.lewa.org">www.lewa.org</a>,  <a href="http://www.rhinos-irf.org/">www.rhinos-irf.org</a> and <a href="http://www.actionforcheetahs.org/">www.actionforcheetahs.org</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos FAQ', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1269-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 1269, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1269-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3006, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', 'This page will give you some resources for  holding a Bowling for Rhinos event. If there are things you would like to see added to the page please let us know.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Marketing</strong></em>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://youtu.be/PeEETlgT2xI">BFR Promotional Video</a> (YouTube)\r\n\r\nChapter Event Media Release template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/chapter_media_release.doc">Word format</a>)\r\n\r\nFlyer template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/flyer_template.ppt">Powerpoint format</a>)\r\n\r\nBLAST template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/blast.ppt">Powerpoint format</a>)\r\n\r\n<span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Event Planning</span>\r\n\r\nHow to hold a BFR Event. (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/holding_an_event.doc">Word format</a>)  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/holding_an_event.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nDetroit AAZK Chapter\'s presentation on holding an event. (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_detroit.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nFinancial form (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/financial_form.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nSponsor form  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/sponsor_sheet.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nReceipt forms (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_receipts.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nSponsor Letter Mail template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/sponsor_letter_mail.doc">Word format</a>)\r\n\r\nSponsor Letter Hand Delivered template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/sponsor_letter_hand.doc">Word format</a>)\r\n\r\nThank You Letter template  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/thank_you_letter.doc">Word format</a>)\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Examples</strong></em>\r\n\r\nPersonal letter asking for sponsorship sample. (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/personal_letter.rtf">rich text format</a>)  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/personal_letter.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nPersonal thank you letter for sponsorship sample.  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/personal_thanks.rtf">rich text format</a>)  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/personal_thanks.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nPrize donation request letter sample.  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/prize_donation_request.rtf">rich text format</a>)   (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/prize_donation_request.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\nPrize donation thank you letter sample.  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donation_thanks.rtf">rich text format</a>)  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donation_thanks.pdf">pdf format</a>)\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Artwork</strong></em>\r\n\r\nAll artwork will open in another window. Once it opens you can right click on it to save it.\r\n\r\n<img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-1408 alignnone" title="bfr_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_logo-150x150.jpg" alt="bfr_logo" width="54" height="54" /> BFR logo  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_logo.jpg">jpg</a>)   (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_logo.gif">gif</a>)\r\n\r\n<img class="size-medium wp-image-1409 alignnone" title="aazk_logo_color" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk_logo_color-248x300.gif" alt="aazk_logo_color" width="62" height="76" /> AAZK logo color  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk_logo_color.jpg">jpg</a>)  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk_logo_color.gif">gif</a>)\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1411" title="aazk_logo_bw" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk_logo_bw-256x300.jpg" alt="aazk_logo_bw" width="92" height="108" />AAZK logo black and white  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/aazk_logo_bw.jpg">jpg</a>)\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1412" title="bfr_cartoon" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_cartoon-242x300.jpg" alt="bfr_cartoon" width="87" height="108" />BFR cartoon (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bfr_cartoon.jpg">jpg</a>)\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1413" title="blue_rhino_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/blue_rhino_logo-300x127.jpg" alt="blue_rhino_logo" width="144" height="61" />Blue Rhino logo  (<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/blue_rhino_logo.jpg">jpg</a>)', 'Bowling for Rhinos Resources', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1404-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 1404, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1404-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3007, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', 'Donate to Bowling for Rhinos today and help save rhinos and their ecosystems.  You may give a General donation or in the name of your local Chapter. All donations are 100% tax deductible.  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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3008, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<p style="text-align: center;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: center;"><em><strong></strong></em></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1461" title="lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2-300x295.jpg" alt="lewaroundblack_withwebsite-2" width="300" height="295" /></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><em><strong>Mission Statement of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (LWC)</strong></em></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;">The <a href="http://www.lewa.org">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat. It does this through the protection and management of species, the initiation and support of community conservation and development programmes, and the education of neighbouring areas in the value of wildlife.</p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Where is LWC located?</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<h5 style="text-align: left;"><strong><object width="450" height="450" data="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewa_map1.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="name" value="Lewa Wildlife Conservancy map" /><param name="src" value="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewa_map1.swf" /></object> </strong><em></em></h5>\r\n<h5 style="text-align: left;"><em>Map courtesy of <a href="http://www.lewa.org">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a></em><strong></strong></h5>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>History</strong></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy was once a cattle ranch. It  now encompasses over 62,000 acres (250 sq. km.). The Craig/Douglas family first came to Lewa in 1922 and managed it as a cattle ranch for over 50 years. Unlike other ranchers in the area, they always valued the wildlife that shared the land and developed wildlife tourism as an additional activity. It was clear by the 1980\'s that the black rhino was unlikely<img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1012" title="img_6296a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_6296a-300x200.jpg" alt="img_6296a" width="240" height="160" /> to survive in northern Kenya. Poaching had reduced the black rhino\'s numbers from an estimated 20,000 animals in the mid-1970\'s to a few hundred by 1986. In                      1983 the Craigs and Anna Merz  - who funded the program - decided to establish                      the fenced and guarded Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary at the                      western end of Lewa. <img class="size-medium wp-image-1073 alignleft" title="img_4434a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_4434a-250x300.jpg" alt="img_4434a" width="175" height="210" />White rhinos were then added to the program after the black rhinos had settled down and established themselves. After ten years, it was clear that the rhinos                      needed more space, and the sanctuary was expanded to cover                      the rest of the ranch, and the adjoining <span class="kawatextlinks">Ngare                      Ndare Forest Reserve</span>.</p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Wildlife on Lewa</strong><img class="size-medium wp-image-1075 alignright" title="img_3593a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_3593a-272x300.jpg" alt="img_3593a" width="174" height="192" /></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;">There is an abundance of wildlife on LWC. Lewa is home to both black and white rhinos and is first and foremost a rhino sanctuary. It is also home to roughly 15% of the world\'s population of the endangered Grevy\'s zebra. It is also home to over 70 different species of mammals and over 350 different species of birds. Among the types of mammals you will find on Lewa include: African lions, cheetahs, hyenas, leopards, elephants, wild dogs, a large variety of hoofed animals including the rare aquatic antelope, the sitatunga.</p>\r\n\r\n<img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1117" title="img_5948a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_5948a-300x199.jpg" alt="img_5948a" width="227" height="150" /> <img class="size-medium wp-image-1178 alignnone" title="img_4405a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_4405a-300x189.jpg" alt="img_4405a" width="241" height="151" /> <img class="size-medium wp-image-1118 alignnone" title="img_6361a" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_6361a-300x199.jpg" alt="img_6361a" width="227" height="150" />\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Community Development Programs</strong></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy engages in a very broad-based community development programs. They believe that the key to successful wildlife<img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-1329 alignright" title="lewa_20100208_0052_students" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewa_20100208_0052_students-150x150.jpg" alt="lewa_20100208_0052_students" width="150" height="150" /> conservation lies in gaining the support of the local people that live around the Conservancy. With Lewa\'s success the communities surrounding Lewa directly benefit. LWC gives back to the communities through their community development programs. They operate three health clinics, support numerous schools, assist with neighboring community conservation schemes, help to develop sustainable water projects, adult literacy programs, and a women\'s micro-credit program to name a few.</p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1331 alignleft" title="lewa_20100208_0095_manyangalocommunityfarms" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewa_20100208_0095_manyangalocommunityfarms-300x214.jpg" alt="lewa_20100208_0095_manyangalocommunityfarms" width="300" height="214" /> <img class="size-medium wp-image-1333 alignnone" title="lewa_20100208_0082_lunchline" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/lewa_20100208_0082_lunchline-300x214.jpg" alt="lewa_20100208_0082_lunchline" width="300" height="214" /></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;">For more information on Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and its programs please visit their <a href="http://www.lewa.org">website</a>.</p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>', 'Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (LWC)', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '991-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 991, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/991-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3009, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', 'AAZK members have been offered a tremendous opportunity to see how the money raised from Bowling for Rhinos, Sponsored by Blue Rhino is spent. Lewa Wildlife Conservancy has generously offered a <strong>limited</strong> number of trips at a reduced rate for AAZK members and their friends to visit the Conservancy. AAZK members receive a discount on lodging rates at the Lewa  Safari Camp. It\'s a great opportunity for professional research (which may be tax deductible, please consult your tax advisor for details) and to witness how BFR funds help to support Lewa. AAZK members generally receive preference in trip scheduling but the trip participants are not limited to AAZK members.\r\n\r\nTrip leaders are volunteers, not travel professionals (<strong>**</strong><em>please see liability statement below the calendar</em>). They  volunteer hundreds of hours arranging these trips. A trip leader honorarium may be collected from each trip participant to help defray the cost of the journey to Lewa. Trip leaders also receive lodging sponsorship from Lewa Safari Camp. Visit <a href="http://www.lewa.org">Lewa.org</a> for more information about Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.\r\n\r\nThe cost of the trips vary depending upon departure city and other  variables such as international air fare, in-country (Kenya) lodging and transportation, trip extensions, special activities and tourist venues, and other variables arranged by each trip leader.\r\n\r\n<a href="/wp-content/uploads/lewajourney.pdf">Sample itinerary: in Adobe Acrobat format</a>\r\n\r\nThe calendar below lists the trip dates and contact information of known trip leaders. Click on the arrows to move through the months to see when trips are offered. Click on listed trips for contact information of the trip leaders. Please direct all inquiries to the individual trip leaders for additional information.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?title=Lewa%20Wildlife%20Conservancy%20Safaris&amp;height=600&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%2333ccff&amp;src=lwcsafari%40cox.net&amp;color=%23A32929&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="700" height="600" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe> \r\n\r\n\r\n<h6><strong><em>**These trips are not sponsored by AAZK, Inc. Information is provided as a courtesy. It is understood that certain hazards exist for citizens of the United States of America and other western countries while traveling outside the United States.  Hazards include, but are not limited to, Acts of God, fire, acts of governments or other authorities, terrorist activities, wars civil disturbances, riots, strikes, thefts, pilferage, epidemics, quarantines, the risk of theft, loss and damage to personal property.  These hazards could result in bodily injury, sickness, death or dismemberment.  By participating in these trips it is understood and accepted that these risks are inherent and the participant will forever discharge and agree to hold harmless the American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc. (AAZK Inc.) and the directors, officers, trip leader(s) and any other representative of AAZK, Inc. from any and all liability, claims or demands while participating in a safari to Kenya.</em></strong></h6>\r\n<h6><strong><em>Furthermore, it is understood that all risk of personal injury, sickness, death, theft or damage of personal property and expense, which may result from the participation in any and all events, activities, or in recreation and work therein is accepted by the participant.**</em></strong></h6>', 'Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Safaris', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '292-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 292, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/292-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3010, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1937" title="rickotarsky" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/rickotarsky.jpg" alt="rickotarsky" width="131" height="150" /> Ric Kotarsky - <em>Tulsa Zoo</em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThis committee shall annually review the Bylaws of the Association and shall recommend changes, if any, to the Board of Directors. The committee consists of a minimum of five members, two of which shall be member of the Board of Directors. Appointments are made at the discretion of the President. If you would like a copy of the Association’s Bylaws please contact the Administrative Office.', 'Bylaws Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '173-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 173, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/173-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3011, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h3>Co-chairs</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-841" title="kamradt" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/kamradt.jpg" alt="kamradt" width="111" height="134" /> Amanda Kamradt - <em>Zoo New England </em>\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2428" title="christy_poelker" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/christy_poelker.jpg" alt="christy_poelker" width="136" height="159" /> Christy Poelker -<em>Saint Louis Zoo</em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Conservation Committees Mission is to connect AAZK members with opportunities to engage in habitat conservation and in situ wildlife initiatives and to provide educational resources about environmentally responsible practices.\r\n<h3>Conservation Committee Mission Statement</h3>\r\nTo promote and establish connections between AAZK members and the conservation of wildlife and their habitats.\r\n\r\nTo provide educational resources for members and their institutions about environmentally responsible practices.\r\n<h3>Vision Statement</h3>\r\nServe as a resource that will assist members in finding in situ opportunities with local, national, and international conservation projects and to initiate new conservation projects.\r\n\r\nProvide contact information to coordinate educational and development opportunities with conservationists.', 'Conservation Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '182-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 182, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/182-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3012, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-846" title="penny" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/penny.jpg" alt="penny" width="186" height="209" /> Penny Jolly  <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em><em></em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThis committee shall investigate any formal written complaints of violation of the Code of Professional Ethics, Bylaws, or Resolutions as are brought to its attention by the Board of Directors or the membership and make recommendations for action to the Board of Directors. The committee shall consist of four Professional members in addition to and chaired by the Immediate Past President of the Association. Appointments to the Committee shall occur every two years and are made by the Board of Directors.', 'Ethics Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '171-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 171, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/171-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3013, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h3>Grants Committee Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1257" title="shelly-roach" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/shelly-roach-150x150.jpg" alt="shelly-roach" width="150" height="150" /> Shelly Roach - <em>Columbus Zoo and Aquarium</em>\r\n\r\nZoo Keeper Grants in Zoology, Proposal Guidelines and Instructions\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe purpose of the AAZK Research Grants Committee is to encourage and support research conducted by members in zoological parks and aquariums. Through collaboration with scientists in other institutions, it is hoped that members will achieve continuing professional growth, and thereby increase the benefits to the zoological community.\r\n<h3>Qualifications</h3>\r\nFull-time keepers/aquarists in zoological parks and aquariums, who are professional\r\nmembers of AAZK, INC. in good standing, are eligible to receive grants. Researchers\r\nother than zoo keepers may participate in the funded studies. The principal\r\ninvestigator, however, must be a keeper/aquarist.\r\n<h3>Restrictions</h3>\r\nThe committee will not fund any invasive biological studies, or any study\r\nthat may cause an animal undue or prolonged discomfort or harm.\r\n\r\nAllowable expenses include equipment, supplies and other costs such as library\r\nfees, computer time, etc. Expenses that are not allowed include travel and\r\ntelephone costs, animal purchases and wages for research participants. Grant\r\nrecipients will be reimbursed for research expenses upon presentation of receipts.\r\nOnly in unusual circumstances, and only with Board approval, will grant recipients\r\nbe advanced funds. In such cases, receipts will be required as soon as they\r\nare available. Upon completion of the study, all equipment purchased with\r\nAAZK funds becomes the property of AAZK, Inc. and must be forwarded to the\r\ncommittee unless other arrangements have been approved.\r\n\r\nFailure to comply with any of these regulations may result in the revocation\r\nof the grant at any time.\r\n\r\n<a href="/about/grants/">Available Grants</a>', 'Grants Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '163-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '', 163, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/163-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3014, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:01', '2013-09-23 15:37:01', '<h3><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1499" title="icz_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/icz_logo.jpg" alt="icz_logo" width="223" height="169" />AAZK Program Representatives</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1498" title="norah" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/norah-150x150.jpg" alt="norah" width="150" height="150" /> Norah Farnham         <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2758" title="sara_wunder21" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/sara_wunder21.jpg" alt="sara_wunder21" width="150" height="171" /> Sara Wunder Steward\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Purpose</strong></em>\r\nThe International Congress of Zookeepers (ICZ) provides a variety of assistance to our international colleagues, promotes the goals and objectives of AAZK, Inc. on an international level, increases awareness of AAZK and enhances communication among the world’s zoo professionals. Functions of the ICZ include hosting a conference every three years, keeper workshops, and helping keepers in developing countries receive access to resources and information.\r\n\r\nThe ICZ evolved from AAZK’s now-extinct International Outreach Committee (IOC). A major accomplishment of the IOC was procuring a travel grant which afforded the opportunity for representatives from 7 of the world’s professional zookeeper associations to meet at the AAZK conference in Columbus Ohio, in 2000.  Since this meeting, the ICZ has grown into an incorporated 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, complete with a Constitution, By- Laws, and 6,000 members from 30 countries.\r\n\r\n<strong>ICZ Mission Statement: </strong>\r\n\r\n\'The ICZ will build a worldwide network among zookeepers and other professionals in the field of wildlife care and conservation. This exchange of experience and knowledge will improve the professionalism of zookeepers for the benefit of the animals under their care and promote awareness and actions that will contribute to the preservation of wildlife everywhere.\'\r\n<strong>\r\nVision Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\n\'A global network of zookeepers with the highest standards of professional animal care contributing to a diverse and sustainable natural world where neither wild animals nor their habitats are in danger.\'\r\n\r\n<strong>Current membership of the ICZ:</strong>\r\n- American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK)\r\n- Association of British &amp; Irish Wild Animal Keepers (ABWAK)\r\n- Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping (ASZK)\r\n- Asociación Ibérica de Cuidadores de Animales Salvajes (AICAS) (Spain)\r\n- Association Francophone de Soigneurs Animaliers (AFSA) (France)\r\n- Berufsverband der Zootierpfleger (BdZ) (Germany)\r\n- Stichting De Harpij (Netherlands and Belgium)\r\n-Animal Keepers’ Association of Africa (AKAA)\r\n-Zookeepers’ Association of the Philippines (ZAP)\r\n\r\n<strong>ICZ Steering Committee:</strong>\r\n\r\nPresident:  Rolf Veehuizen, De Harpij\r\nVice President:  Carsten Knott, BdZ\r\nTreasurer:  Liz Romer, ASZK\r\nSecretary:  Carla Srb, ASZK\r\nAAZK Program Representatives:  Norah Farnham &amp; Sara Wunder Steward\r\nABWAK Representatives:  Richard Barnett &amp; Ross Snipp\r\nAFSA Representatives:   Virginie Roy &amp; Damien Lerasle\r\nAICAS Representative:  Albert Pamies &amp; Raul Cabrera\r\nAKAA Representatives:  Robynn Ingle-Moller &amp; John Werth\r\nBdZ Representative:  Carsten Knott &amp; Irene Tomaschek\r\nDe Harpij Representatives:  Dennis Blomjous\r\nZAP Representatives:  Leo Jonathon Suarez, DVM &amp; Emilia Lastica, DVM\r\n\r\n<img class="size-full wp-image-2759 alignnone" title="2012_icz_sc" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2012_icz_sc.jpg" alt="2012_icz_sc" width="571" height="428" />\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"></p>\r\n<p style="text-align: left;"><span><em>Steering Committee in Singapore 2012</em></span></p>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Strategic Plan:</strong></em>\r\nThe ICZ’s course through 2016 will be guided by eight Strategic Directions:\r\n·    Achieve the highest standards of zookeeping globally.\r\n·    To assist zoos in need of improvement.\r\n·    Securing the financial growth and stability needed to implement the ICZ’s strategy.\r\n·    Increasing ICZ\'s visibility and impact.\r\n·    Improving and developing the ICZ, reflecting the needs of zookeepers, zookeeper associations and zoos needing improvement.\r\n·    Developing and delivering ICZ’s core conservation activities.\r\n·    Developing and strengthening ICZ’s external partnerships.\r\n·    Procure and develop a professional administrative management.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Upcoming:</strong></em>\r\nThe next ICZ conference will be held in Leipzig, Germany in 2015. Look for exact dates to be announced by Spring 2014.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2760" title="2012_conf_group" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2012_conf_group.jpg" alt="2012_conf_group" width="700" height="467" />\r\n<p style="text-align: center;"></p>\r\n\r\n<strong>For more information:</strong>\r\nCurrently the two AAZK Program Representatives on the ICZ Steering Committee are Norah Farnham and Sara Wunder Steward. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3015, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<h4><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1132" title="pdc_color_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pdc_color_logo-155x300.jpg" alt="pdc_color_logo" width="155" height="300" /></h4>\r\n<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-2550" title="melaina3" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/melaina3-150x150.jpg" alt="melaina3" width="150" height="150" /> Melaina Wallace - <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Professional Development Committee\'s Mission is to provide continual resources for professional growth through leadership and educational opportunities for all National AAZK members.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1814" title="pass_workshop" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pass_workshop-225x300.jpg" alt="pass_workshop" width="225" height="300" />\r\n\r\nThe Passerine Husbandry Workshop  taught by Dr. Robert Webster from the Toledo Zoo, sponsored by Marion Zoological, Mazuri, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.   This  a 6-hour workshop that focuses on allowing keepers being able to share their own personal or their own facilities advancements in the care of these small birds.   PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1815" title="robert_webster" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/robert_webster-300x225.jpg" alt="robert_webster" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Robert Webster giving one of many bird husbandry talks</em>\r\n\r\nThe Rotating Exhibit Workshop hosted by keepers from the Denver Zoo, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Philadelphia Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.   This type of animal exhibitry is starting to become a new direction and method of revitalizing old exhibits while staying in existing footprints and addressing the ever rising expectations of animal welfare and behavioral husbandry.  This two hour workshop focuses on the daily opportunities and challenges associated with this type of exhibit with emphasis on enrichment, safety, guest experience, along with the flexibility, freedom, and limitations that one might face if considering a change in this style of animal exhibitry. PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="../members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1816" title="predator_ridge" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/predator_ridge-300x225.jpg" alt="predator_ridge" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Andrew Rowan and Mike Murray talk about their rotating exhibit Predator Ridge</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Future</strong>\r\n\r\nThe main focus of the Professional Development Committee is to concentrate on continuing education and  professional development for animal keepers,  increasing their role in the future of the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Professional Development Committee Members</strong></em>\r\n\r\n  \r\n<h3>Bob Cisneros - AAZK President</h3>\r\n<h3>Board Oversight</h3>\r\n<h3>San Diego Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Melaina Wallace - Co-chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Ellen Vossekull - Co-Chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<div><strong>Victor Alm</strong></div>\r\n Oakland Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Leanne Blinco</strong></div>\r\n Disney\'s Animal Kingdom\r\n<div><strong>Mike Murray</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Aaron Jesue</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>North Carolina Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Eunice Hui</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>CuriOdyssey\r\n<div><strong>Dawn Sohr</strong></div>\r\n Brookfield Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Andrew Rowan</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Anthony Nielsen</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Lincoln Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>T\'noya Thopmson Gonzales</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Moody Gardens\r\n<div><strong>Chris Mooney</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Sasha Stallard</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\'s Safari Park\r\n<div><strong>Janee Thill</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Sequoia Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Emily Merola</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo', 'Professional Development Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '178-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 178, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/178-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3017, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<div class="bod first">\r\n<div class="bod">\r\n<div class="identity">\r\n<div class="name"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-845" title="bob-mug2" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bob-mug2.jpg" alt="bob-mug2" width="158" height="155" /></div>\r\n<div class="name">Bob Cisneros</div>\r\n<div class="title">President<a href="mailto:bob.cisneros@aecetia.net/gws/aazk"></a></div>\r\n<div class="title"><a href="mailto:bob.cisneros@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">bob.cisneros@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a></div>\r\n</div>\r\n<div class="info">\r\n<div class="affiliated_zoo">San Diego Zoo</div>\r\n<div class="affiliated_zoo_location">San Diego, CA</div>\r\n<ul class="committees">\r\n	<li>Professional association and husbandry liaisons,</li>\r\n	<li><a href="../committee/professional-development-committee/">Professional Development</a>,</li>\r\n	<li>Media,</li>\r\n	<li>Social 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href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a></div>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n<div class="committee">\r\n<h3><a href="/committee/ethics-committee/">Ethics Committee</a></h3>\r\n<div class="chairman">\r\n<div class="name"><img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-845" title="bob-mug2" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/bob-mug2-150x150.jpg" alt="bob-mug2" width="150" height="150" /></div>\r\n<div class="name">Bob Cisneros</div>\r\n<div class="title">Chair</div>\r\n<div class="affiliated_zoo">San Diego Zoo</div>\r\n<div class="email"><a href="mailto:bob.cisneros@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">bob.cisneros@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a></div>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n<div class="committee">\r\n<h3><a href="/committee/bylaws-committee/">Bylaws Committee</a></h3>\r\n<div class="chairman">\r\n<div class="name"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1937" title="rickotarsky" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/rickotarsky.jpg" 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3019, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<h3><a href="/jobs/index.php">Login or Register to Post a Job!</a></h3>\r\nIf you have previously registered as a "user" on this site, you need do nothing. If your institution has never posted a job on this site and you wish to establish a new user account in order to post a job listing, you will need to register and set up your account. Only jobs related to the animal care field will be posted on this site. <a href="/jobs/register.php">Click here to set up a "user" account</a>.\r\n\r\nAAZK Institutional Members will receive unlimited free job postings as long as their membership remains active.\r\n\r\nNon-AAZK Institutional member facilities may purchase listings at the following rates. Non-member postings will receive a return email explaining payment options and such job postings will not become active until posting fee is paid.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>$250/year: unlimited listings; each good for 60 days</li>\r\n	<li>$125/6 months: unlimited listings; each good for 60 days</li>\r\n	<li>$50/listing; good for 60 days</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nOnce you have posted a job listing, it will remain "pending" until approved by an AAZK Web Administrator. AAZK reserves the right to approve each job posting and may reject postings not in line with the goals and objectives of AAZK, Inc.\r\n\r\nPlease contact AAZK to purchase Job Postings or for more information about AAZK Institutional Membership.\r\n\r\nTo apply for an Institutional Membership please click on the following link. <a href="/join/">Become an AAZK Institutional Member</a>!\r\n\r\nInstitutions wishing to advertise employment opportunities, must register an account and login to submit postings online.\r\nAAZK reserves the right to approve each job posting.', 'Job Listings', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '69-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 69, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/69-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3020, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<p>As an animal keeper, I joined AAZK because of the networking opportunities and the organization\'s professionalism. When I joined it seemed as though AAZK was just for those  working with birds and mammals. As I grew in my profession, my focus completely changed. I became an aquarist. Although I changed positions, I continued my involvement with AAZK. In my 12 years as  an aquarist, I have become more involved in AAZK. It\'s simply amazing that it doesn\'t matter  what animals you work with, AAZK is still right for you. For me, I\'m still active in my Chapter, have been a member of the AAZK National Enrichment Committee, a member of the AAZK  National Training Committee and was elected to the Board of Directors.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Every conference I attend I  learn something new, whether it\'s a training technique, an enrichment option or just simply "to handle a conflict with a co-worker". Yes, aquarists do train and enrich animals and yes, training is training! By listening to a rhino training paper, I find myself jotting down notes on how I could incorporate the same ideas with some of the animals I care for. It\'s simply amazing what you can learn as an AAZK member.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The way the organization grows is set by its members. And yes, that means you! If you are a student, a keeper, a herpetologist, an aquarist or just someone who wants to work with animals someday, then consider joining AAZK. There are so many opportunities waiting for you. As an AAZK member, the networking and involvement opportunities are endless.</p>', 'Don\'t think AAZK is right for you?', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '136-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 136, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/136-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3021, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<h3>Grants Committee Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1257" title="shelly-roach" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/shelly-roach-150x150.jpg" alt="shelly-roach" width="150" height="150" /> Shelly Roach - <em>Columbus Zoo and Aquarium</em>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe purpose of the AAZK Grants Committee is to encourage and support the professional development and conservation involvement of AAZK members. Additionally, AAZK is committed to supporting and encouraging research conducted by members in zoological parks and aquariums.\r\n<h3>Grants Offered</h3>\r\n<strong><em>(Deadlines for all grants is 01 March)</em></strong>\r\n<h4>The AAZK  Professional Development Grant</h4>\r\nThe AAZK Professional Development Grant is designed to assist AAZK members with costs associated with attending professional meetings or workshops, or, participating in field research.\r\n<h4><span style="font-size: 1em;">The AAZK Conservation, Preservation and Restoration Grant</span></h4>\r\nThe purpose of the AAZK CPR Committee\'s Zoo Keeper Grant in Conservation is to encourage and support efforts in conservation conducted by AAZK members in zoological parks and aquariums around the world.\r\n<h4>The AAZK Research Grant</h4>\r\nThe purpose of the AAZK Research Committee\'s Zoo Keeper Grant in Research is to encourage and support efforts in non-invasive research conducted by AAZK members in zoological parks and aquariums around the world.\r\n<h3>Qualifications</h3>\r\nFull-time keepers/aquarists in zoological parks and aquariums, who are  professional members of AAZK, INC. in good standing, are eligible to receive grants. Researchers other than zoo keepers may participate in the funded studies. The principal investigator, however, must be a keeper/aquarist.\r\n\r\nApplication instructions and the grant applications can be found in the <a href="/members/">Members Only section</a> of the website. Examples of past grants are listed below to give members a better idea of the types of projects that have been funded in the past.\r\n<h3>Examples of Past Grants</h3>\r\n<h4>Research Grants</h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_blood_typing.pdf">Cataloguing Blood Types for SSP Populations of Great Apes</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_project_penguin.pdf">Project Penguin: Semen Collection</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Conservation, Restoration, and Preservation Grants</h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_river_otter_survey.pdf">North American River Otter Latrine Site Survey</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Travel Grants</h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_amphibian_keeper_course.pdf">Amphibians, their current status, and an important AZA course for any amphibian keeper</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_awards-_2008.pdf">2008 Grant Awards</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="/wp-content/uploads/grant_awards2012.pdf">2012 Grant Awards</a></strong>\r\n<h3>Restrictions</h3>\r\nThe Grants Committee will not fund any invasive biological studies, or any study that may cause an animal undue or prolonged discomfort or harm. Travel grants are awarded based on the applicant\'s experience and dedication to the zoo/aquarium field, the value of the travel objective to the member and their institution, as well as the Grant Committee\'s assessment of the  conservation/research value of the program the applicant will be participating in.\r\n\r\nThe Research Grant Database is in Adobe PDF format. If you do not have\r\nAdobe Acrobat Reader, please download the free software <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/">here</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="/wp-content/uploads/research_grant_database.pdf">Research Grant Database</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The purpose of this international database is to provide information on organizations that offer outside grants for animal related research, conservation, and educational purposes. The database will be updated annually and new information added as it arises.</strong>', 'Grants', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '14-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 14, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/14-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3022, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', 'As the need to protect and preserve our wildlife and vanishing habitats has increased, our role as educators and wildlife ambassadors has become essential. During the third week of July each year, celebrate National Zoo Keeper Week; both you and your animals deserve the recognition.\r\n<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2841" title="nzkw_2013_horz" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/nzkw_2013_horz.jpg" alt="nzkw_2013_horz" width="705" height="103" /></p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Need ideas for celebrating this week or graphics. Click below.\r\n</strong><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/National Zoo Keeper Week Ideas.pdf">NZKW ideas</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/NZKW Press release10.doc">NZKW sample press release</a> (Word format)\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/nzkwproclamation.doc">NZKW proclamation</a> (Word format)\r\n\r\n<strong>NZKW graphics (some of these files are large)</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2013_logo_horz.jpg">2013 logo horizontal</a> (jpg): For jpgs right click on the graphic to save  once the link has opened in a new window.</li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2013_logo_horz.pdf">2013 logo horizontal</a> (pdf)</li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2013_logo_vert.jpg">2013 logo vertical</a> (jpg): For jpgs right click on the graphic to save  once the link has opened in a  new window.</li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/2013_logo_vert.pdf">2013 logo vertical</a> (pdf)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>NATIONAL ZOO KEEPER WEEK PROCLAMATION</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>WHEREAS,</strong> worldwide animal populations are declining at an alarming rate with many facing extinction; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoological institutions have become the final hope for many endangered species recovery programs through conservation research, release programs, and by being a portal through which the general public can view and appreciate disappearing wildlife; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoological institutions are also population managers of keystone and cornerstone species, emphasizing the restoration of not just the endangered species, but a restoration of the delicate balance of nature; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoo keepers are the frontline soldiers for conservation, participating in the battle for species survival and preservation of the natural homelands of the animals they care for through public awareness, education, and exhibition; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoo keepers have become animal caretakers devoting their lives to caring for these animals; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoo keepers have become the spokespersons for vanishing wildlife, carrying the conservation message of habitat loss, endangered species, and preservation of nature’s threatened wildlands to the public; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, zoo keepers have become animal specialists, as educators, choreographers of animal behaviors through enrichment, behavior managers through operant conditioning, and reproductive specialists through improved observations and husbandry; and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, to help increase public awareness about the need to preserve our precious habitats and the animals which inhabit them and to recognize the roles that zookeepers play in animal conservation and education, The American Association of Zoo Keepers invites all AAZK chapters to participate in National Zoo Keeper Week.', 'National Zoo Keeper Week', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1193-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 1193, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1193-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3023, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-857" title="pbi-logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pbi-logo.jpg" alt="pbi-logo" width="165" height="129" />PBI\'s Leadership Camp attracted worldwide attention when it was launched in the fall of 2004, and it has continued to grow every year since. <a href="http://www.tundrabuggy.com">Frontiers North\'s Tundra Buggy® Adventure</a> has been the major sponsor of this program since it was started.\r\n\r\nThe Keeper Camp involved a motivated group that is helping us reach an even wider audience. Keepers carry a unique cachet with zoo guests that can inspire them to do their part to reduce carbon emissions. In addition, as adults, animal keepers have a different level of community involvement than our teen ambassadors. By broadening our line-up of Arctic Ambassadors, PBI hopes to accelerate change at the personal and community levels on behalf of the great white bears.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-869" title="img_2828-1" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/img_2828-1.jpg" alt="img_2828-1" width="464" height="309" /> Photo courtesy of Polar Bears International.\r\n\r\nBelow are links to video and blogs about the experience.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/keeper-blog/">http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/keeper-blog/</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amnQqGRdlTk">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amnQqGRdlTk</a>', 'Polar Bears International Leadership Camp', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '850-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 850, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/850-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3026, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<h1><img class="size-full wp-image-1654 alignleft" title="trees_u_me" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/trees_u_me.jpg" alt="trees_u_me" width="286" height="284" /></h1>\r\n<h1>2014 Campaign</h1>\r\n<strong>What is “Trees for You &amp; Me”?</strong>\r\nTrees for You &amp; Me is a friendly competition launched by former PBI Field Ambassadors as a financial campaign to fund tree-planting. This year, the effort has a local focus. Rather than Polar Bears International® gathering the funds for a large tree planting with our partner, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources-Forestry Division, we believe this year is a good year to draw attention to the benefits of urban tree-planting and the associated educational programming and awareness such events create.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is the “local effort”?</strong>\r\nPlanting trees in urban areas has distinct benefits, but most important is bringing the community together through engagement. Community engagement—citizens working collaboratively, through inspired action and learning, to create and realize bold visions for their common future, is a critical step in creating a movement to stop our dependence upon fossil fuels and stop global warming.\r\n\r\n<strong>How will the campaign work?</strong>\r\nTrees for You &amp; Me is still a campaign to raise financial resources to plant trees.\r\n• The funding raised will stay in your local community, with your own insititution.\r\n• The funds must be spent on a tree-planting (or appropriate greening effort) and educational event to invite others to join you in additional conservation behaviors.\r\n• The effort should coordinate with Acres with the Atmosphere or it can be part of an international tree planting effort associated with another conservation program.\r\n• And finally, that effort should be shared with others through <a href="http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/myplanetmypart">PBI’s My Planet, My Part</a>.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>When will Trees For You &amp; Me start? </strong>\r\n\r\nRegistration begins on October 1, 2013.\r\n\r\nThe campaign will begin January 1, 2014.\r\n\r\n<span style="font-weight: bold;">When will Trees For You &amp; Me end?</span>\r\nThe campaign will end midnight, PST on March 1, 2014.\r\n\r\n<span style="font-weight: bold;">How can chapters raise and gather campaign funds?</span>\r\nEach AAZK chapter can determine the way they want to raise money. Projects in the past have included bake sales, polar plunges, miniature golf events, garage sales, silent auctions, fun runs, spaghetti dinners, car washes, recycling programs, and more. The actual cash handling procedures will be the same you follow for other campaigns for your Chapter at your institution and reporting to AAZK similarly to Bowling for Rhinos in the re-charter packet.\r\n\r\n<strong>How will the winners be awarded and announced?</strong>\r\nWe invite teams to report the amount of funds raised to PBI on January 31, February 16 and March 2. PBI will report on the status of the different chapters by sharing a website with updates at the half- way point and at the end. AAZK will report on the status of the different chapters on its website and through social media. PBI will provide $25 towards the purchase of a bush for the team leading the charge at the half-way point on February 15, 2014.  PBI will give a $100 prize to the winning chapter to plant a tree. (A plaque is up to the institution.)\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What are the prizes?</strong>\r\nFirst place is awarded to the team with the most funds reported to PBI on March 3, 2014, that were donated by Midnight MST March 1, 2014. The team receives a tree to plant in a public location that is a native species to that area with a purchase value from a commercial nursery of no more than $100. A challenge prize is awarded to the team with highest amount of funds reported to PBI by February 16, 2014, that were donated by Midnight MST February 15, 2014. The team receives a bush to plant in a public location that is a native species to that area with a purchase value from a commercial nursery of no more than $25.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How do I start?</strong>\r\n1.  Form a group and become a champion - Registration begins October 1, 2013.\r\n2.  Make plan for events and strategies to raise the funds over the course of the two months.\r\n3.  Define roles and responsibilities including confirming procedures for handling donations for your chapter and Institution and who will report to AAZK and PBI during the course of the campaign.\r\n4. Good luck on your efforts.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How will reporting work?</strong>\r\nEach participating AAZK chapter is responsible for following AAZK National’s requirements for reporting on funds raised for conservation in the re-chartering packet.\r\nPBI requires that each AAZK Chapter report about the planting activity with a photo and description on PBI\'s new community, <a href="http://www.polarbearsinternational.org/myplanetmypart">My Planet, My Part</a>. Acres for the Atmosphere projects or donations to tropical forests planting should be completed within six months of the campaign fundraiser close. (Reports to My Planet, My Part would occur between April-November, 2014.)\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is an example of an  Acres for the Atmosphere project?</strong>\r\nThe Acres program involves tree planting, learning, and FUN! Participants plant trees in local communities and also help educate the public about the benefits of tree planting to counteract a warming climate. For more information, contact Heather or Marissa at  <a href="mailto:Acres@pbears.org">Acres@pbears.org</a>.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What is an example of an urban tree planting?</strong>\r\n<em>City of Sparta, Wisconsin</em>\r\nThe primary goal of this project is to plant a diverse mixture of 1.5" caliper saplings before Emerald Ash Borer infestations destroy the city’s tree canopy. This project has a strong educational component. The proposal includes working with the local school\'s Earth Club, the county extension office, and Master Gardeners. City residents and homeowners plan to be engaged in watering and mulching the project trees adjacent to their homes. The hope is this will inspire individuals to plant additional trees on their own personal property. The community is willing to develop and place signage in their city parks highlighting the donor.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>What other projects are eligible for tree planting?</strong>\r\nYour Chapter or Institution may participate in other conservation programs where tree planting is an important component, no matter the taxon, saving tropical forest habitat impacts species and global climate change.\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>How Does  Planting Trees Help Polar Bears?</strong>\r\nTrees act as “carbon sinks” that absorb CO2 from the air. They store this carbon in roots, trunks, stems, and leaves while they grow and in wood products after they\'re harvested. Reducing the build-up of carbon in the atmosphere is necessary to reverse climate change. Polar bears depend on the sea ice to hunt, breed, and in some cases to den. Less carbon in the atmosphere means better conditions to retain arctic sea ice and improve polar bear habitat and survival. Conservation actions that reduce the production of GHGs are the most impactful efforts to save polar bears. Planting trees in North America is one of the few tools that we have to sequester carbon. For other forestation efforts, saving tropical rainforests is even more impactful for sequestering CO2. As an individual and group you can make difference:\r\n• Don’t buy products with palm oil\r\n• Purchase shade-grown coffee\r\n• Purchase local meat rather than meat produced in deforested tropical rain forests', 'Trees for You and Me', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '2685-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 2685, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/2685-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3027, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<p><strong>2013:</strong> Asheboro, NC - September 22-26</p>\r\n<p><strong>2014: </strong>Orlando, FL - September 8-12</p>\r\n', 'Upcoming Annual Conferences', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '1187-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 1187, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/1187-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3028, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '<strong>"Zoo keeper"</strong> is a term used to describe an individual who cares for animals in zoological parks or aquariums. A career as a zoo keeper offers a unique opportunity in the specialized and demanding profession of maintaining captive exotic animals for conservation, research, public education and recreation.\r\n\r\nZoo keepers care for a diverse collection of animals from mammals and birds to reptiles and amphibians to fish and invertebrates. Some keepers become highly specialized, such as those who work in animal hospitals or who concentrate on a specific group of animals such as exotic birds, great apes, elephants or reptiles.\r\n\r\nIf you are interested in becoming a zoo keeper a comprehensive document has been compiled which will give you a better idea of what this profession entails and will give you more information to start you on the road to making this a career. You can access the information by clicking on the link below.  <a href="/wp-content/uploads/keeper_information.pdf"></a>\r\n\r\n<a href="/wp-content/uploads/keeper_information.pdf">So You Want to be a Keeper, Trainer, or Aquarist?</a>', 'Zoo Keeping as a Career', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '10-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:02', '2013-09-23 15:37:02', '', 10, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/10-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3029, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<p><strong><em>Students Say Work is Tough but Worth It.</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>A Futures Channel documentary about the students who are taking their love for animals to the next level at "America\'s Teaching Zoo."</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong><a href="http://www.thefutureschannel.com/dockets/realworld/teaching_zoo/">Watch the movie</a></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>Burbank, CA (PRWeb) February 21, 2007: Today\'s homework: Hand-feed tigers, divvy up raw meat for hyenas and teach the sea lion to play hide and seek.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>For the students at Moorpark College\'s Exotic Animal Training and Management Program, learning to train and care for wild animals means getting out of the classroom and getting their hands dirty.</p>\r\n\r\n<blockquote><p>"It\'s seven days a week from 6:3 0am to 5:00 pm. Animals have to eat. They need to be cleaned and taken care of," says Moorpark student Christie Kreider. "You don\'t get up and put make-up on. There\'s no make-up at a zoo. It\'s definitely a commitment but it\'s worth it."</p></blockquote>\r\n\r\n<p>"America\'s Teaching Zoo" is the latest micro-documentary released by The Futures Channel, whose popular movies are routinely shown in tens of thousands of classrooms to give students a real world context for the math and science they are studying. When it comes to caring for animals, math, especially measurement, is an essential tool to monitor the condition of the animals and to determine the correct quantity of food to keep them healthy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>According to the teaching zoo\'s website, nearly every animal on the 5-acre zoo is assigned to a student or group of students. It is their responsibility to ensure the animals are getting everything they need. As part of the program, students also provide educational shows that introduce children to wildlife they wouldn\'t otherwise encounter.</p>\r\n\r\n<blockquote><p>"I just have always wanted to work with animals my whole life and not very many people get to do this, so I feel really privileged. Every day is unexpected," Kreider says in the documentary. "When I can hold a bald eagle and show him to children and I can teach them about him, that\'s really special to me."</p></blockquote>\r\n\r\n<p>The zoo program provides students with unique experiences every day and opportunities to work with animals for a living. Moorpark student Krista Anderson explains that she has had many experiences she never dreamed of. "I never thought I would be feeding a cougar… ever."</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The facility, located in Moorpark, California, is one of only two teaching zoos in the country. Graduates of the program enter a variety of fields, including working at zoos and animal conservation programs. After graduating from the program in 1977, Professor Gary Wilson returned to the college in 1981 to teach animal behavior, animal diversity and animal training. Both Kreider and Anderson are among Wilson\'s students. "I\'m really lucky," says Wilson, "because I get to help people make their dreams come true."</p>', 'America\'s Teaching Zoo', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '75-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 75, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/75-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3030, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', 'Today\'s zookeeper is an educated person. Gone are the days when all you needed was a love for animals, a shovel and a strong back. Now we are expected to know animal husbandry, nutrition, operant conditioning, enrichment and conservation; we are also expected to be able to lift 50 lbs., and to work weekends and holidays. We do this job because we love it, not for the money. The money is in upper management, which usually means less contact with the animals. However, in the zoo field even being in the upper echelon does not guarantee a substantial income. For us, knowing that we are saving an animal species or maybe just making an animal feel as at home as possible is enough.\r\n\r\nFor those of you who think this is the field for you, click here. For more information, you may also visit the websites for the <a href="http://www.aza.org/">American Zoo and Aquarium Association</a> and the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/">American Association of Zoo Keepers</a> directly. You may also be interested in <a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/books-about-animal-careers/">Books about Animal Careers</a>.\r\n\r\n<h3>The List</h3>\r\n<p>While this list deals primarily with schools that have programs geared toward zookeeping, keep in mind that a degree in Wildlife Management or Wildlife Ecology is also acceptable for most zoos, as are degrees in Zoology and Biology. Remember, most zoos prefer hands-on experience, so while pursuing these degrees, volunteer where you can! (I do not list Vet. Tech Schools or those programs dealing with pure Animal Science.) There are both two and four year programs listed. Some zoos require more education than others and it is always a good idea to get a higher degree if you wish to advance up the ranks. Because of this, I have also included on this list a new program geared toward zoo and aquarium management. In addition you will find information on the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust and a list of international schools.</p>\r\n\r\n<dl>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/high-school-programs/">High School Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>There are many high schools around the country that have started cooperative learning programs with their local zoos. I have listed a few here, but you should check with your own school system, especially if you live near a zoological facility.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/two-year-programs/">Two-Year Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>Listed here are current programs leading to a two-year higher education degree such as an Associate\'s degree or a technical degree.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/four-year-programs/">Four-Year Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>Listed here are current programs leading to a four-year degree such as a Bachelor\'s degree.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/management-programs/">Management Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>This list provides information concerning higher education programs leading to degrees specific to leadership positions within the zoo field.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/conservation-programs/">Conservation Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>This list provides information on programs geared toward teaching environmental conservation techniques.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/international-programs">International Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>This list provides information on programs outside the United States.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/aquarium-marine-focus-programs/">Aquarium or Marine Mammal Focus Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>This list provides information on programs that focus on aquarium or marine mammal husbandry and/or training.</dd>\r\n	<dt><a href="/zoo-keeping-as-a-career/zoo-keeper-training/veterinary-schools-exotic-animal-programs/">Veterinary Schools with Exotic Animal Programs</a></dt>\r\n    	<dd>This list provides information for those who would like to become a veterinarian who specializes in exotic/zoo animals.</dd>\r\n</dl>', 'Zoo Keeper Training', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '82-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 82, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/82-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3031, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<h3>Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust</h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Durrell Wildlife\'s conservation teaching headquarters is based at the International Training Centre (ITC) in the Les Noyers building complex located adjacent to Jersey Zoo.<br />\r\nLes Augr\'s Manor, La Profonde Rue, Trinity , Jersey JE3 5BP, English Channel Islands, British Isles<br />\r\nTel: +44 (0)1534 860000</p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><a href="mailto:info@durrellwildlife.org">info@durrellwildlife.org</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.durrellwildlife.org">http://www.durrellwildlife.org</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.jerseyzoo.co.uk/">http://www.jerseyzoo.co.uk/</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Refer back to Delaware Valley College</h3>\r\n<p>B.S. in Animal Biotechnology and Conservation</p>\r\n \r\n<h3>University of New Orleans</h3>\r\n<p>In this program, called ZUNO, UNO is working together with the Smithsonian\'s National Zoo, the San Diego Zoo, and Omaha\'s Henry Doorly Zoo to recruit and train exceptional undergraduate and graduate students in conservation biology and to apply research advances to the management and survival of wildlife species, both in captivity and in the wild. The partners will also work together to further public education and awareness of conservation issues, and to raise funds to support their activities. Click here for the full press release.</p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.sandiegozoo.org/">http://www.sandiegozoo.org/</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.omahazoo.com/">http://www.omahazoo.com/</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.uno.edu/">http://www.uno.edu/</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://nationalzoo.si.edu/default.cfm">http://nationalzoo.si.edu/default.cfm</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>University of Plymouth</h3>\r\n\r\n<p>MSc/PgDip Zoo Conservation Biology<br />\r\nPostgraduate Admissions<br />\r\nFaculty of Science<br />\r\nUniversity of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA<br />\r\nUnited Kingdom<br />\r\nTel: +44 (0)1752 233093</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This programme aims to provide the essential knowledge to support scientists working in areas of captive breeding, management of exotic animal species, and wildlife conservation. The programme is jointly delivered by staff of the University and Paignton Zoo Environment Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU.</p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><a href="mailto:science@plymouth.ac.uk">science@plymouth.ac.uk</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678">http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678</a></li>\r\n    <li><a href="http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/">http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n', 'Conservation Programs', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '112-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 112, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/112-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3032, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<h3>Canisius College</h3>\r\nB.S. in Biology with a Minor in Zoo Biology\r\n2001 Main Street\r\nBuffalo, NY 14208-1098\r\n(716)-883-7000\r\n<a href="mailto:noonan@canisius.edu">noonan@canisius.edu</a>\r\n\r\nStudents receive rigorous background preparation in coursework through an abundance of hands-on experiences at various zoos and marine parks in Western New York and Ontario, Canada.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.canisius.edu/">http://www.canisius.edu/</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.canisius.edu/biopsych/zoobio/">http://www.canisius.edu/biopsych/zoobio/</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Delaware Valley College</h3>\r\nB.S. in Animal Biotechnology and Conservation\r\n\r\nStudents in the Animal Biotechnology and Conservation program may major in Zoo Science, Small Animal Science or Conservation &amp; Wildlife Management. The choice of major is made upon completion of the first year of study.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.delval.edu/cms/">http://www.delval.edu/cms/</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://delval.edu/cms/index.php/delval/overview_sn/animal_bio">http://delval.edu/cms/index.php/delval/overview_sn/animal_bio</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Emporia State University</h3>\r\nB.S. and MS/MA in Biology with Environmental Biology, Zoology, and Botany emphases available.\r\n1200 Commercial Street\r\nEmporia, KS 66801\r\n(620) 341-5611\r\n\r\nPrograms emphasize natural history, lab and fieldwork, and modern developments in organismic biology.\r\n\r\nVisit <a href="http://www.emporia.edu/biosci/eeb.htm">http://www.emporia.edu/biosci/eeb.htm</a> for departmental information.\r\n\r\nVisit <a href="http://www.emporia.edu/ksn/">http://www.emporia.edu/ksn/</a> for the Kansas School Naturalist.\r\n<h3>Friends University</h3>\r\nB.S. and M.S.\r\n2100 W. University St.\r\nWichita KS 67213\r\n(316)-295-5000\r\n(800)-794-6945\r\n\r\nB.S. and M.S. programs with emphasis in Zoo Science, Zoo Management, and Zoo Education; requires 360 hours of practical experience at Sedgwick County Zoo. Also, Friends University offers a cooperative program through Santa Fe Community College Teaching Zoo (see Two Year Programs).\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.friends.edu/academics/zoo-science">http://www.friends.edu/academics/zoo-science</a>\r\n<h3>Sedgwick County Zoo</h3>\r\n5555 Zoo Boulevard\r\nWichita, Kansas\r\nUSA 67212-1698\r\n(316) 660-WILD (9453)\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.scz.org/">http://www.scz.org/</a>\r\n<h3>Michigan State University</h3>\r\nB.S. in Zoology with disciplinary concentration in Zoo and Aquarium Science\r\nDr. Richard Snider, Program Coordinator\r\nDepartment of Zoology\r\n219 Natural Science Building\r\nMichigan State University\r\nEast Lansing, MI 48824-1115\r\n(517) 353-9864\r\n<a href="mailto:snider@msu.edu">snider@msu.edu</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.msu.edu/">http://www.msu.edu/</a>\r\n<h3>Oswego, State University of New York</h3>\r\nB.S. in Zoology\r\nDepartment of Biology\r\nState University of New York at Oswego\r\nOswego, NY 13126\r\n(315) 341-2776\r\n\r\nOffers a cooperative program though the Santa Fe Teaching Zoo (see Two Year Programs).\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.oswego.edu">http://www.oswego.edu</a>\r\n<h3>Unity College</h3>\r\nB.S. in Captive Wildlife Care and Education\r\n90 Quaker Hill Road\r\nUnity, Maine 04988\r\n(207) 948-3131\r\n\r\nThis program is designed for students interested in careers involving a hands-on approach to the care and husbandry of captive wild species, and educating the public concerning wildlife issues. Students receive a solid foundation in the biological sciences, along with courses focused on wildlife science, education and interpretation. Potential employers include zoos, aquaria, rehabilitation and wildlife education facilities.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.unity.edu/default.aspx">http://www.unity.edu/default.aspx</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.unity.edu/Academic/Majors/WildlifeCareAndEducation/WildlifeCareAndEducation.aspx">http://www.unity.edu/Academic/Majors/WildlifeCareAndEducation/WildlifeCareAndEducation.aspx</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>University of West Florida</h3>\r\nB.S. in Zoo Science as part of an Interdisciplinary Science Degree\r\n11000 University Parkway\r\nPensacola, FL 32514\r\n(850) 474-2000\r\n\r\nSteve Celestial, Zoo Science Advisor, <a href="mailto:scelestial@uwf.edu">scelestial@uwf.edu</a>\r\nOffers cooperative programs with the Pensacola Junior College Zoo Animal Technology Program and Santa Fe Community College Teaching Zoo (see Two Year Programs).\r\n\r\n<a href="http://uwf.edu/catalog/intscibs.pdf">http://uwf.edu/catalog/intscibs.pdf</a>\r\n<h3>University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point</h3>\r\nB.S. degrees\r\nMajor in Wildlife\r\nMinor in Captive Wildlife management\r\n2100 Main Street\r\nStevens Point, WI 54481-3897\r\n(715) 346-0123\r\n\r\nSue Kissinger\r\nCoordinator of Advising and Recruitment\r\nStudent Success Center - 180 CNR\r\nCollege of Natural Resources\r\n\r\nShelli Dubay, Ph.D.\r\nAssistant Professor, Wildlife\r\n327 CNR\r\nCollege of Natural Resources\r\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Stevens Point\r\n(715) 346-4178\r\nFax: (715) 346-3624\r\n<a href="mailto:sdubay@uwsp.edu">sdubay@uwsp.edu</a>\r\n\r\nWhile not directly advertised for zookeepers this program offers much of the same basic knowledge and skill that would be needed for the job.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.uwsp.edu/admissions/guides/captivewildlife.aspx">http://www.uwsp.edu/admissions/guides/captivewildlife.aspx</a>\r\n<h3>Western Illinois University School of Graduate Studies</h3>\r\nPost-Baccalaureate Certificate: Zoo &amp; Aquarium Studies\r\n1 University Circle\r\nMemorial Hall 237\r\nMacomb, IL 61455-1390\r\n(309)-298-1806\r\n<a href="mailto:Grad-Office@wiu.edu">Grad-Office@wiu.edu</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.wiu.edu/graduate_studies/catalog/post_bacc_certificates/zooaquastudies.php">http://www.wiu.edu/graduate_studies/catalog/post_bacc_certificates/zooaquastudies.php</a>', 'Four-Year Programs', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '95-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 95, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/95-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3033, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<h3>AUSTRALIA</h3>\r\n<h4>Box Hill Institute</h4>\r\nCertificate III in Zookeeping\r\n\r\nPostal Address: Private Bag 2014, Box Hill 3128, AUSTRALIA\r\nWhitehorse Campus\r\n1000 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia\r\nPhone: +61 (0)3 9286 9222\r\n<a href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/">http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/</a>\r\n<a href="mailto:courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au">courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au</a>\r\n3 year program\r\n<h4>Charles Stuart University</h4>\r\nAustralia\r\nGraduate Diploma of Captive Vertebrate Management\r\nGraduate Certificate in Captive Vertebrate Management\r\nThere is also a Masters degree available.\r\nThere are numerous campuses so all contact information is through the following link:\r\n<a href="http://www.csu.edu.au/contacts/campus.htm">http://www.csu.edu.au/contacts/campus.htm</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/postgraduate/captive_vertebrate_management/course-overview">http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/postgraduate/captive_vertebrate_management/course-overview</a>\r\nCSU\'s Graduate Certificate in Captive Vertebrate Management is designed to provide graduates with scientific training and career development opportunities in the fields associated with captive vertebrate management.\r\n<h4>Ultimo College, TAFE, Sydney Australia</h4>\r\nCertificate III in Zookeeping\r\nCertificate III in Animal Care and Husbandry\r\nHarris Street, ULTIMO NSW 2007, AUSTRALIA\r\nPhone: within Australia 1300 360 601\r\nPhone: outside Australia +61 2 9217 2900\r\n<a href="http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/colleges/index.php?Page=7&amp;Select=47&amp;Seq=9">http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/colleges/index.php?Page=7&amp;Select=47&amp;Seq=9</a>\r\n<h4>University of Western Australia</h4>\r\nBSc in Animal Science\r\nNedlands Perth, Western Australia 6907 Australia\r\n<a href="http://www.uwa.edu.au/">http://www.uwa.edu.au/</a>\r\n<a href="http://admissions.uwa.edu.au/undergrad/courses/animal_science">http://admissions.uwa.edu.au/undergrad/courses/animal_science</a>\r\nThe program is geared more toward animal management than most animal science programs.\r\n<h3>CANADA</h3>\r\n<h4>Alberta Business Education Services</h4>\r\nCertificate in Zoo Technology\r\n#780 910 - 7th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 3N8\r\nPhone: (403) 232-8758\r\n<a href="http://www.abes.ca/programs.html">http://www.abes.ca/programs.html</a>\r\n<h3>FRANCE</h3>\r\nThese are not actual schools but training centers for adults.\r\n<h4>Instut Rural La chamelière</h4>\r\n44470 Carquefou\r\n00 33 240527982\r\n<h3>NEW ZEALAND</h3>\r\n<h4>Unitec New Zealand</h4>\r\nBachelor of Applied Animal Technology\r\n\r\nCertificates in Animal Care and Animal Management\r\nPrivate Bag 92025\r\nCarrington Road, Mt Albert\r\nAuckland\r\nNEW ZEALAND\r\n\r\nPhone: +64-9-849 4180\r\n<a href="http://www.unitec.ac.nz/">http://www.unitec.ac.nz/</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.unitec.ac.nz/index.cfm?B8C8960B-559A-4F40-9104-7DE137029900">http://www.unitec.ac.nz/index.cfm?B8C8960B-559A-4F40-9104-7DE137029900</a>\r\nThis programme aims to provide students with an understanding of the issues relating to animal health, welfare, production, conservation, and law and ethics. It also covers recent technological developments in these areas.\r\n<h3>UNITED KINGDOM</h3>\r\n<h4>Bishop Burton College</h4>\r\nBTCE National Diploma in Animal Management\r\n\r\nBishop Burton, Beverley, East Yorkshire HU17 8QG\r\nTel: (01964) 553000\r\n<a href="http://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/index.php?module=courses&amp;navId=5&amp;courseId=9&amp;mode=he">http://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/index.php?module=courses&amp;navId=5&amp;courseId=9&amp;mode=he</a>\r\n<a href="mailto:enquiries@bishopburton.ac.uk">enquiries@bishopburton.ac.uk</a>\r\n2 year program\r\nThey have several other areas of study related to animal care. These courses can be viewed on the same link.\r\n<h4>Hartpury College</h4>\r\nAnimal Care (First Diploma)\r\nAnimal Management (National Award)\r\nAnimal Management (National Certificate)\r\nAnimal Management (National Diploma)\r\nHartpury House, Gloucester, GL19 3BE\r\nTel: 01452 700283\r\n<a href="mailto:enquire@hartpury.ac.uk">enquire@hartpury.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.hartpury.ac.uk">http://www.hartpury.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.hartpury.ac.uk/Hartpury-College/Our-Courses/Further-Education/Areas-Of-Study/Animal-Care/">http://www.hartpury.ac.uk/Hartpury-College/Our-Courses/Further-Education/Areas-Of-Study/Animal-Care/</a>\r\n\r\nProgram runs one to four years depending on which degree you want.\r\n<h4>University of Plymouth</h4>\r\nMSc/PgDip Zoo Conservation Biology\r\nPostgraduate Admissions\r\nFaculty of Science\r\nUniversity of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA\r\nUnited Kingdom\r\nTel: +44 (0)1752 233093\r\n\r\nThis programme aims to provide the essential knowledge to support scientists working in areas of captive breeding, management of exotic animal species, and wildlife conservation. The programme is jointly delivered by staff of the University and Paignton Zoo Environment Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU.\r\n<a href="mailto:science@plymouth.ac.uk">science@plymouth.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678">http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/">http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/</a>\r\n<h4>University of Greenwich</h4>\r\nAnimal Management BSc Hons / Animal Management HND\r\nOld Royal Naval College, Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS 020 8331 8000\r\n<a href="http://www.gre.ac.uk/">http://www.gre.ac.uk/</a>\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.gre.ac.uk/courses/ug/ani/d300">http://www.gre.ac.uk/courses/ug/ani/d300</a>\r\n<a href="mailto:jeremy.kerswell@hadlow.ac.uk">\r\n</a>\r\n<h4>University of Lincoln</h4>\r\nBSc (Hons) Animal Management &amp; Welfare\r\nBrayford Pool, Lincoln, LN6 7TS UK\r\nTel: +44 (0)1522 882000\r\n\r\n<a href="mailto:enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk">enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.lincoln.ac.uk">http://www.lincoln.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/courses/dbs/undergraduate/animalmanagement/index.asp">http://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/courses/dbs/undergraduate/animalmanagement/index.asp</a>\r\n3 year program\r\n<h4>Weston College</h4>\r\nNational Diploma in Animal Management\r\nKnightstone Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset BS23 2AL\r\nTel: 01934 411 411\r\n\r\nOverseas Tel: +44 1934 411411\r\n<a href="http://www.weston.ac.uk">http://www.weston.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.weston.ac.uk/course/fdsc-animal-management">http://www.weston.ac.uk/course/fdsc-animal-management</a>\r\n2 year program\r\n<h4>Wiltshire College Lackham</h4>\r\nNational Diploma in Animal Management\r\nHigher National Certificate/Diploma in Animal Management\r\nBSc Honours in Animal Science and Management\r\n\r\nLacock ? Chippenham SN15 2NY\r\nPhone: 01249 466800\r\n<a href="http://www.wiltscoll.ac.uk">http://www.wiltscoll.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="mailto:info@wiltscoll.ac.uk">info@wiltscoll.ac.uk</a>\r\n<a href="http://www.wiltshire.ac.uk/courses/university_level/detail.aspx?ref=1140">http://www.wiltshire.ac.uk/courses/university_level/detail.aspx?ref=1140</a><a href="http://www.wiltshire.ac.uk/ftcourses/detail.aspx?ref=581"></a>\r\n\r\nProgram runs one to four years depending on which degree you want.\r\n<h3>OTHER</h3>\r\n<h4>Hogeschool Van Hall Larenstein</h4>\r\nAgora 1, 8934 CJ Leeuwarden\r\n<a href="http://www.vanhall-larenstein.nl/">http://www.vanhall-larenstein.nl/</a>\r\n<a href="mailto:Hetty.vanDijk@wur.nl">Hetty.vanDijk@wur.nl</a>\r\n4 year Bachelor course in Animal Management (presented in Dutch)\r\nInternational students are welcome. The school offers an international programme for students with a bachelor diploma in a related field (or students who have finished at least 2 years of University education in a related field); this full time course is taught in English, takes 2 years and leads to a BSc in Nature and Wildlife Management. The number of English-taught modules has recently increased, including modules on Wildlife Management (both in situ and ex situ), Companion Animal Management, Animal Welfare, International Policy, and others.\r\nAqua Zoo Friesland\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.otterparkleeuwarden.nl/">http://www.otterparkleeuwarden.nl/</a>\r\nStudents are responsible for part of the management of the zoo so they learn all aspects, not just animal keeping.\r\n<h4>Ogr\'d Zoologiczny w Poznaniu</h4>\r\nZoobiology Summer School at Poznan Zoo, Poland\r\nul. Browarna 25\r\n61-063 Poznan\r\nPolska\r\ntel. : dyrekcja : + 48 61 876 82 09, 876 82 25\r\n\r\nFAX. : + 48 61 877 35 33\r\n<a href="mailto:zoo@zoo.poznan.pl">zoo@zoo.poznan.pl</a>\r\nEvery year an increasing number of students work at the zoo as volunteers, practitioners, or to make observations for master\'s degrees and PhD\'s. As there is no place in our country where students can get a formal education in the management of wild animals in captivity, a need arose to provide, apart from normal work, a professional training in various aspects of zoo biology. Therefore we decided to hold for the first time a summer school.  During the intensive six day course from July 7 through July 12 there will be lectures as well as guided tours, led by curators, through the zoos. All higher staff of the zoo will be involved in the training. The lecture topics are varied and will cover all aspects of animal husbandry, feeding, history and development of modern zoos, conservation through captive breeding, reintroduction, record keeping, behavioral enrichment, hand-rearing techniques, genetics, international cooperation and education, and other subjects. Additionally, there will be a day-long excursion to the breeding center for native threatened species run by Academy of Agriculture.  Over 40 people registered for the summer school in 2003. Students include zoo animal keepers, students, scientific university staff as well as people simply interested in wild animal husbandry and zoos in general. We do hope that in this way we will further strengthen ties with scientific and conservation community as well as prepare new, better trained staff for Polish zoos.', 'International Programs', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '116-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 116, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/116-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3034, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<h3>George Mason University</h3>\r\nInterdisciplinary Studies in Zoo and Aquarium Leadership\r\nDr. Thomas C. Wood\r\nAssistant Professor\r\nNew Century College\r\n(703)-993-3167, <a href="mailto:twood@gmu.edu">twood@gmu.edu</a>, <a href="mailto:mais@gmu.edu">mais@gmu.edu</a>\r\n\r\nThis Master of Arts degree prepares students for advanced careers in modern, professional zoos and aquariums. It offers three specializations within the concentration:\r\nLeadership in Zoo/Aquarium Collections Management\r\nLeadership in Zoo/Aquarium Administration\r\nLeadership in Zoo/Aquarium Conservation Education\r\n\r\n<a href="http://chss.gmu.edu/concentrations/show/LA-MAIS-ISIN-ZAL">http://chss.gmu.edu/concentrations/show/LA-MAIS-ISIN-ZAL</a>\r\n<h3>Michigan State University</h3>\r\nproMSc in Zoo and Aquarium Science Management\r\nDr. Richard Snider, Program Coordinator, <a href="mailto:snider@msu.edu">snider@msu.edu</a>\r\nDepartment of Zoology\r\n203 Natural Science Building\r\nMichigan State University\r\nEast Lansing, MI 48824-1115\r\n(517) 355-4640\r\n<a href="http://naturalscience.msu.edu/students/graduate/professional_masters_program/programs/zoo_aquarium_science/">http://naturalscience.msu.edu/students/graduate/professional_masters_program/programs/zoo_aquarium_science/</a>\r\n<h3>University of Plymouth</h3>\r\nMSc/PgDip Zoo Conservation Biology\r\nPostgraduate Admissions\r\nFaculty of Science\r\nUniversity of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA\r\nUnited Kingdom\r\nTel: +44 (0)1752 233093\r\n\r\nThis programme aims to provide the essential knowledge to support scientists working in areas of captive breeding, management of exotic animal species, and wildlife conservation. The programme is jointly delivered by staff of the University and Paignton Zoo Environment Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="mailto:science@plymouth.ac.uk">science@plymouth.ac.uk</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678">http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&amp;id=2678</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/">http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/</a></li>\r\n</ul>', 'Management Programs', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '106-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '', 106, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/106-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3035, 1, '2013-09-23 10:37:03', '2013-09-23 15:37:03', '<h3>Alamance Community College</h3>\r\nA.A.S. Animal Care &amp; Management Technology\r\nP.O. Box 8000\r\nGraham, NC  27253-8000\r\n(336) 506-4385\r\n\r\nProgram Contact: Christine Remington, Department Head - <a href="mailto:remingc@alamancecc.edu">remingc@alamancecc.edu</a>\r\n\r\nThe A.A.S. degree in Animal Care and Management Technology focuses on cultivating caring, educated, and experienced employees in a wide variety of animal related fields including exotic animal husbandry.  With a broad base of knowledge including habitat design, sanitation, nutrition, healthcare, principles of behavior and training, and animal handling and restraint grounded in hours of service learning projects, rigorous competencies, and cooperative work experiences, students exemplify the education, compassion &amp; skill of captive animal care and management.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.alamancecc.edu/curriculum_courses_programs/courses_programs/programs_of_study/programs/prog.php?curr=A55100">A.A.S. Animal Care &amp; Management Technology Curriculum</a>\r\n<h3>America\'s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College</h3>\r\nExotic Animal Management and Training Program (EATM)\r\nMoorpark College\r\n7075 Campus Road\r\nMoorpark, CA 93021\r\n(805) 378-1441\r\n\r\nStudents may earn an A.S. degree by taking general education courses alongside their zoo curriculum and they can earn degrees and certificates in Animal Training, and Wildlife Education. This is an intense program and EATM students are required to attend classes, work with and care for the animals, and work at the campus zoo most days and weekends.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="mailto:EATM@vcccd.net">EATM@vcccd.net</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.moorparkcollege.edu/current_students/teaching_zoo/index.shtml">http://www.moorparkcollege.edu/current_students/teaching_zoo/index.shtml</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Davidson County Community College</h3>\r\nA.A.S. Zoo &amp; Aquarium Science\r\nP.O. Box 1287\r\nLexington, NC 27293-1287\r\n(336) 249-8186\r\n\r\nProgram Contacts\r\nJill Simpson\r\n<a href="mailto:jbsimpso@davidsonccc.edu">jbsimpso@davidsonccc.edu</a>\r\n336.249.8186, ext. 6231\r\n\r\nMark Stevens\r\n<a href="mailto:mesteven@davidsonccc.edu">mesteven@davidsonccc.edu</a>\r\n336.249.8186, ext. 6737\r\n\r\nThe Zoo &amp; Aquarium Science program combines a rigorous classroom curriculum with extensive co-opexperiences over 5 semesters. Graduates of the Zoo &amp; Aquarium Science program will be prepared for employment at an entry level in the zoo and/or aquarium profession or to continue their academic studies in zoo science. Co-op experiences may involve animal collections in a zoological park, wild animal safari park university research facility and/or aquarium setting.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.davidsonccc.edu/academics/ase-zoo.htm">http://www.davidsonccc.edu/academics/ase-zoo.htm</a>\r\n<h3>Harcum College</h3>\r\nA.S. in Animal Center Management\r\nHarcum College\r\n750 Montgomery Avenue\r\nBryn Mawr, PA 19010\r\n(610) 525-4100\r\n\r\nProgram Director: Mary Friday\r\n(610) 526-6108\r\n<a href="mailto:mfriday@harcum.edu">mfriday@harcum.edu</a>\r\n\r\nAnimal Center Managers provide managerial support to veterinarians in clinics and hospitals, biological research settings, animal control, humane organizations, zoos and educational facilities. Management duties include both the facility and its personnel. Animal Center Managers must complete a 2-year educational program, and 250 hours of practical experience.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.harcum.edu/PS_ACD_Animal_Center_Management_632839831382031250.aspx">http://www.harcum.edu/PS_ACD_Animal_Center_Management_632839831382031250.aspx</a>\r\n<h3>Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York</h3>\r\nA.A.S. Degree in Animal management\r\n1220 Coffeen St.\r\nWatertown, NY 13601\r\n\r\nProgram Director: Mark D. Irwin, D.V.M.\r\n<a href="mailto:mirwin@sunyjefferson.edu">mirwin@sunyjefferson.edu</a>\r\nAdmissions Office, (315) 786-2277\r\n\r\nThe Animal Management Program at Jefferson Community College is designed to provide students with the basic skills, experience and knowledge required for a career as a progressive zoo keeper in zoological parks. Upon graduation with this Associate in Applied Sciences degree, students will have been exposed to all aspects of zoo animal management and care. 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Hands-on keeping experience is provided at Syracuse\'s Rosamond Gifford Zoo (AZA) and The New York State Zoo at Thompson Park.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.zookeeping.com">http://www.zookeeping.com</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href="http://www.sunyjefferson.edu/amg">http://www.sunyjefferson.edu/amg</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Syracuse\'s Rosamond Gifford Zoo</h3>\r\n<a href="http://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org">http://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org</a>\r\n<h3>The New York State Zoo at Thompson Park</h3>\r\n<a href="http://www.nyszoo.org">http://www.nyszoo.org</a>\r\n<h3>Niagara County Community College</h3>\r\nA.A.S. in Animal Management\r\n3111 Saunders Settlement Rd.\r\nSanborn, NY 14132\r\n(716)-614-6222\r\n\r\n<a href="http://catalog.niagaracc.suny.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=6&amp;poid=213&amp;returnto=132">http://catalog.niagaracc.suny.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=6&amp;poid=213&amp;returnto=132</a>\r\n<h3>Buffalo Zoo</h3>\r\n300 Parkside Ave\r\nBuffalo, N.Y. 14214-1999\r\n(716)-837-3900\r\n<a href="http://www.buffalozoo.org/">http://www.buffalozoo.org/</a>\r\n<h3>Pikes Peak Community College</h3>\r\nA.A.S. in Zoo Keeping Technology\r\n5675 S. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3093, 1, '2013-10-14 14:30:17', '2013-10-14 19:30:17', '<h2>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></h2>\r\n<h2>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h2>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h2>Total Funds Raised to Date: <span style="color: #ff0000;">$4,321,808.48</span></h2>\r\n<h2><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span style="color: #ff0000;"><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></strong></strong></h2>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:30:17', '2013-10-14 19:30:17', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3095, 1, '2013-10-14 14:34:26', '2013-10-14 19:34:26', '<p class="alert-help"><i class="icon-help"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></p>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h4>Total Funds Raised to Date:<h4>\r\n<span>$4,321,808.48</span>\r\n<p><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></p>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:34:26', '2013-10-14 19:34:26', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3096, 1, '2013-10-14 14:35:33', '2013-10-14 19:35:33', '<p class="alert-help"><i class="icon-attention"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></p>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h4>Total Funds Raised to Date:<h4>\r\n<span>$4,321,808.48</span>\r\n<p><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></p>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:35:33', '2013-10-14 19:35:33', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3097, 1, '2013-10-14 14:36:10', '2013-10-14 19:36:10', '<span class="alert-help"><i class="icon-attention"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></span>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h4>Total Funds Raised to Date:<h4>\r\n<span>$4,321,808.48</span>\r\n<p><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></p>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:36:10', '2013-10-14 19:36:10', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3099, 1, '2013-10-14 14:36:51', '2013-10-14 19:36:51', '<p class="alert-help"><i class="icon-attention"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></p>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h4>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h4>\r\n<span>$4,321,808.48</span>\r\n<p><strong><strong>2012 Funds Raised: <span><em>$337,191.09 - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span></p>\r\n<strong>Purpose</strong>\r\n\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:36:51', '2013-10-14 19:36:51', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3100, 1, '2013-10-14 14:38:37', '2013-10-14 19:38:37', '<p class="alert-help"><i class="icon-attention"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></p>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h3>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h3>\r\n<h4>$4,321,808.48</h4>\r\n<h3>2012 Funds Raised:</h3>\r\n<h4>$337,191.09</h4>\r\n<span class="alert-info"><em> - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span>\r\n\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="left" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" align="right" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:38:37', '2013-10-14 19:38:37', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3101, 1, '2013-10-14 14:42:07', '2013-10-14 19:42:07', '<p class="alert-help"><i class="icon-attention"></i>Applications being accepted for the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-conservation-resource-fund-grant/">Bowling for Rhinos Conservation Resource Grant</a></p>\r\n<h3>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-861" title="pearthreejpg" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x150.jpg" alt="pearthreejpg" width="150" height="150" /> <a href="/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2410" title="donate_button" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" alt="donate_button" width="135" height="136" /></a>\r\n<h3>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h3>\r\n<h4>$4,321,808.48</h4>\r\n<h3>2012 Funds Raised:</h3>\r\n<h4>$337,191.09</h4>\r\n<span class="alert-info"><em> - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em></span>\r\n\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe AAZK Bowling for Rhinos program provides zoo keepers of the world with an avenue to raise funds and awareness for rhino and habitat conservation.\r\n\r\nAAZK\'s <strong>Bowling for Rhinos</strong> fund raiser began on a small scale and is now the signature conservation effort of AAZK.  BFR events  across North America  raise over $300,000 annually. <strong><em>Recruiting additional partners and events will help AAZK to reach our goal  of $500,000 every year.</em></strong>\r\n\r\nAAZK realized that the zoo keepers of the world were extremely conservation oriented and wanted to help save rhinos and their habitats, yet did not have the financial resources themselves to make any significant impact. That\'s when the idea came to start a national bowl-a-thon called Bowling For Rhinos.   In 1990, AAZK began by supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (formerly Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) in Kenya and has since expanded the Program.\r\n\r\nThe beauty of the idea is that these fundraisers are organized by volunteers, who donate their time and organizational skills to help raise money to send directly to the places in need. Since all the people involved are volunteers, <strong>100% of all donations</strong> are sent directly to these in situ rhino conservation areas!\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/slides/blackrhinos_004.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/lewa/thumbs/blackrhinos_004.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" class="alignleft" /></a> In Kenya Africa BFR supports the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/lewa-wildlife-conservancy-lwc/">Lewa Wildlife Conservancy</a> where our donations help protect both black and white rhinos and most of the other species native to East Africa.\r\n\r\n<a href="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/slides/sumatranrhino.jpg"><img src="http://aazkbfr.org/images/indonesia/thumbs/sumatranrhino.jpg" border="1" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="10" class="alignright" /></a> In Indonesia BFR supports the remaining Javan Rhinos at Ujung Kulon National Park and the Sumatran Rhinos in Bukit Barisan Selatan and Way Kambas National Parks through the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/international-rhino-foundation-irf/">International Rhino Foundation</a>.\r\n\r\nBFR also supports <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/committee/bowling-for-rhinos/action-for-cheetahs-in-kenya-ack/">Action for Cheetahs in Kenya</a>. Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\r\n\r\nMany organizations participate in these events, and have added the Rocking For Rhinos, Rummage For Rhinos, and Recycling For Rhinos projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000/year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send  your organization\'s contact person/contact info ASAP along with the date of your event to our  national BFR Coordinator. Please  contact Patty Pearthree: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. Reminder, there is a $25 registration fee for BFR events which covers administrative costs so that 100% of all donation can go directly to rhino conservation.\r\n\r\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for Bowling For Rhino Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email Barbie Wilson at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\r\n\r\nCheck the calendar below to see if there is a local event in your area. If you would like to have your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact info to: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\n<iframe src="https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?showTz=0&amp;height=480&amp;wkst=1&amp;bgcolor=%23cc6600&amp;src=i632h1mj6669n3peqanca9mjmo%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;color=%23B1440E&amp;ctz=America%2FPhoenix" style=" border:solid 1px #777 " width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>\r\n\r\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chapter Totals</span>\r\n\r\nIf your chapter would like to check their yearly totals you can do so <a href="http://flexlists.com/key/UoUJMn9eR794LYxcc9jnQzPY3fBSal1FgCoOrKS3">here</a>.', 'Bowling for Rhinos', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '168-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-14 14:42:07', '2013-10-14 19:42:07', '', 168, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/168-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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Cheetahs share much of the same habitat as rhinos and by working to conserve cheetahs we are also saving rhinos and the countless other species that call that habitat home.\n\nMany organizations participate in these events and have added the <em>Rocking For Rhinos</em>, <em>Rummage For Rhinos</em>, and <em>Recycling For Rhinos</em> projects as other ways to raise funds for this very worthwhile project.\n\nIf you have more questions about the Bowling for Rhinos event, please visit the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-faq/">FAQ</a> page.\n<h4>Donate</h4>\nMake a donation for <em>Bowling for Rhinos</em> by clicking the link below.\n<div class="first sixcol">\n<h6>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h6>\n<strong><span style="font-size: 1.9em;">$4,321,808.48</span></strong>\n\n</div>\n<div class="last sixcol">\n<h6>2012 Funds Raised:</h6>\n<strong><span style="font-size: 1.9em;">$337,191.09</span></strong>\n<em> - this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em>\n\n</div>\n<div class="clear"></div>\n<a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/bfr-donation/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2410" alt="donate_button" src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/donate_button.jpg" width="135" height="136" /></a>\n[/membership][membership]\n<h4>Local Events</h4>\n[caption]<img class="alignleft" alt="Program Manager - Patty Pearthree" src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/pearthreejpg-150x1501.jpg" width="150" height="150" />\n<p align="center"><strong>Program Manager - Patty Pearthree</strong></p>\n[/caption]\n\nIf you would like to find out if there will be a BFR event near you have or your event listed, please send your BFR event date &amp; contact information to <strong>Patty Pearthree</strong> at: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\n\nTo find contact information for specific chapter events <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsNXb6HU52CKdDVkYUZXTzRXU25FLXFmOXJzcjhaUmc&amp;usp=sharing" target="_blank">click here</a>.\n<div class="clear"></div>\n<h3><span style="font-size: 1em;">Total Funds Raised</span></h3>\n<h6>Total Funds Raised to Date:</h6>\n<strong><span style="font-size: 2em;">$4,321,808.48</span></strong>\n<h6>2012 Funds Raised:</h6>\n<strong><span style="font-size: 2em;">$337,191.09</span></strong>\n<em>- this is a new record for amount raised in a year!</em>\n<em><strong>Bowling For Rhinos has broken the $4 million mark and we continue to strive towards attaining our goal of $500,000 per year!</strong></em> Together with you AAZK can do it. We have and will continue to make a difference in the conservation world. Please send your organization\'s contact person/contact information ASAP along with the date of your event to our national BFR Coordinator.\n<h4>Email Group</h4>\nThere is a new Yahoo groups email for <em>Bowling For Rhino</em> Coordinators. If you would like to be part of this email group, please email <strong>Barbie Wilson</strong> at <a href="mailto:rhinobarbie@hotmail.com">rhinobarbie@hotmail.com</a>. This will let you communicate with each other on questions about t-shirts, bowling alley prices, how to get more support from your zoo, etc. with other BFR local coordinators.\nIf you have more questions about the Bowling for Rhinos event, please visit the <a href="[homeurl]/bowling-for-rhinos/bowling-for-rhinos-faq/">FAQ</a> page.\n\nPlease contact <strong>Patty Pearthree</strong>: <a href="mailto:patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">patty.pearthree@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a> for more information. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3134, 1, '2013-10-15 11:28:38', '2013-10-15 16:28:38', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1249" title="janmccoy" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-150x150.jpg" alt="janmccoy" width="150" height="150" /> Janet McCoy\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3135, 1, '2013-10-15 11:29:13', '2013-10-15 16:29:13', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1249" title="janmccoy" src="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-150x150.jpg" alt="janmccoy" width="150" height="150" /> Janet McCoy\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. 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Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\r\n\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\nOr, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s  director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Award Nominations should be submitted to:</strong>\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\n<strong>Deadline for Nominations is 1 May </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-lutz-ruhe-meritorious-achievement-aazk-professional-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-in-conservation-cmc/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-aazk-chapter-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2008_awards_recipients.pdf">2008 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2009awards.pdf">2009 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2010_awards.pdf">2010 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2011 awards.pdf">2011 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/awards2012.pdf">2012 Award Recipients</a></strong>', 'Awards Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '224-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 11:29:13', '2013-10-15 16:29:13', '', 224, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/224-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3136, 1, '2013-10-28 11:45:19', '2013-10-28 16:45:19', '<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\n\n<h4>Purpose</h4>\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\n\n<h4>Awards Committee Members</h4>\n<div class="first sixcol">\n <p align="center"><strong>Chair</strong></p>\n<img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-291x300.jpg" alt="Janet McCoy" width="150" class="aligncenter" />\n <p align="center">Janet McCoy</p>\n</div>\n\n<div class="clear"></div>\n\n<h4>Nominations</h4>\nThe AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the following categories. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>May 1, 2014</strong>. Nomination criteria for these nine awards are listed below: \n\n<ul>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/">Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/the-lutz-ruhe-meritorious-achievement-aazk-professional-of-the-year-award/">The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-in-conservation-cmc/">Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award</a></li>\n	<li><a href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/the-aazk-chapter-of-the-year-award/">The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award</a></li>\n</ul>\n\nThese awards are presented at the annual AAZK National Conference held in the fall each year. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>May 1, 2014</strong>. Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\n\n<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Janet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\n846 NW 170th Dr.\nBeaverton, OR 97006</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n\n<strong>Or, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.</strong>\n\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\n\n<h4>Past Recipients</h4>\n<a class="" href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/awards2012.pdf">View the 2012 Award Recipients</a></strong>\n\n<div id="inner-links"></div>', 'Awards Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '224-autosave-v1', '', '', '2013-10-28 11:45:19', '2013-10-28 16:45:19', '', 224, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/224-autosave-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3139, 1, '2013-10-15 11:50:27', '2013-10-15 16:50:27', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n[caption id="attachment_1249" align="alignright" width="291"]<a href="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy.jpg"><img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-291x300.jpg" alt="Janet McCoy" width="291" height="300" class="size-medium wp-image-1249" /></a> Janet McCoy[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award, The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award, The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award, Lifetime Achievement Award (LA), the Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment(LHEE) Award, The Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE), The Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER), the Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA), and The Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award(CMC). </em>\r\n\r\nNomination criteria for these nine awards are listed below. These awards are presented at the annual AAZK National Conference held in the fall each year. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>1 May</strong>. Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\r\n\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\nOr, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Award Nominations should be submitted to:</strong>\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\n<strong>Deadline for Nominations is 1 May </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/">Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/the-lutz-ruhe-meritorious-achievement-aazk-professional-of-the-year-award/">The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-in-conservation-cmc/">Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="[homeurl]/committee/awards-committee/the-aazk-chapter-of-the-year-award/">The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2008_awards_recipients.pdf">2008 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2009awards.pdf">2009 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2010_awards.pdf">2010 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2011 awards.pdf">2011 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/awards2012.pdf">2012 Award Recipients</a></strong>', 'Awards Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '224-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 11:50:27', '2013-10-15 16:50:27', '', 224, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/224-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3138, 1, '2013-10-15 11:47:31', '2013-10-15 16:47:31', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n[caption id="attachment_1249" align="alignright" width="291"]<a href="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy.jpg"><img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy-291x300.jpg" alt="Janet McCoy" width="291" height="300" class="size-medium wp-image-1249" /></a> Janet McCoy[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award, The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award, The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award, Lifetime Achievement Award (LA), the Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment(LHEE) Award, The Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE), The Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER), the Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA), and The Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award(CMC). </em>\r\n\r\nNomination criteria for these nine awards are listed below. These awards are presented at the annual AAZK National Conference held in the fall each year. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>1 May</strong>. Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\r\n\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\nOr, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Award Nominations should be submitted to:</strong>\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\n<strong>Deadline for Nominations is 1 May </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-lutz-ruhe-meritorious-achievement-aazk-professional-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-in-conservation-cmc/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/the-aazk-chapter-of-the-year-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2008_awards_recipients.pdf">2008 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2009awards.pdf">2009 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2010_awards.pdf">2010 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/2011 awards.pdf">2011 Award Recipients</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href="[homeurl]/wp-content/uploads/awards2012.pdf">2012 Award Recipients</a></strong>', 'Awards Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '224-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 11:47:31', '2013-10-15 16:47:31', '', 224, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/224-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3137, 1, '2013-10-15 11:46:08', '2013-10-15 16:46:08', '<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n[caption id="attachment_1249" align="alignright" width="428"]<a href="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy.jpg"><img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/janmccoy.jpg" alt="Janet McCoy" width="428" height="440" class="size-full wp-image-1249" /></a> Janet McCoy[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong><em>AAZK Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for 2013</em></strong>\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Awards Committee recognizes excellence in the field of animal care through its awards. The Committee develops the awards\' criteria, nominating procedure, qualifications for nominees, selection procedure and recognizes award\'s recipients each year at the National Conference.\r\n\r\n<strong>Nominations</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>The AAZK Awards Committee is accepting nominations for the Jean M. Hromadka AAZK Excellence in Animal Care Award, The Lutz Ruhe Meritorious Achievement - AAZK Professional of the Year Award, The AAZK Chapter of the Year Award, Lifetime Achievement Award (LA), the Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment(LHEE) Award, The Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE), The Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER), the Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA), and The Certificate of Merit in Conservation Award(CMC). </em>\r\n\r\nNomination criteria for these nine awards are listed below. These awards are presented at the annual AAZK National Conference held in the fall each year. The deadline for all award nominations is <strong>1 May</strong>. Information concerning the qualifications, nomination procedure, selection procedure and an explanation of the awards may be obtained by contacting:\r\n\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\nOr, send Janet an email at <a href="mailto:janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk">janet.mccoy@aecetia.net/gws/aazk</a>.\r\n\r\nThe character of the AAZK awards includes either a plaque or certificate, letter of notification to the institution\'s  director and national recognition by professional journals. Such journals include: the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) Newsletters, and the Animal Keepers\' Forum (AAZK). Some categories may include monetary awards.\r\n\r\n<strong>Award Nominations should be submitted to:</strong>\r\nJanet McCoy, Chair, AAZK Awards Committee\r\n846 NW 170th Dr.\r\nBeaverton, OR 97006\r\n\r\n<strong>Deadline for Nominations is 1 May </strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lifetime-achievement-la-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lifetime Achievement (LA) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/lee-houts-excellence-in-enrichment-lhee-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Lee Houts Excellence in Enrichment (LHEE) Award</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-merit-for-zoo-keeper-education-cmze/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Merit for Zoo Keeper Education (CMZE)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/certificate-of-excellence-in-exhibit-design-renovation-ceer/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Certificate of Excellence in Exhibit Design Renovation (CEER)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/mazuri-animal-nutrition-award-mana/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Mazuri Animal Nutrition Award (MANA)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a class="thickbox" href="/committee/awards-committee/jean-m-hromadka-aazk-excellence-in-animal-care-award/?KeepThis=true&amp;TB_iframe=true&amp;height=400&amp;width=700">Jean M. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3151, 1, '2013-10-15 13:30:37', '2013-10-15 18:30:37', '[col w="6"]<h4><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1132" title="pdc_color_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pdc_color_logo-155x300.jpg" alt="pdc_color_logo" width="155" height="300" /></h4>[/col]\r\n[col w="6"]<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n<img class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-2550" title="melaina3" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/melaina3-150x150.jpg" alt="melaina3" width="150" height="150" /> Melaina Wallace - <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em>[/col]\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Professional Development Committee\'s Mission is to provide continual resources for professional growth through leadership and educational opportunities for all National AAZK members.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1814" title="pass_workshop" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pass_workshop-225x300.jpg" alt="pass_workshop" width="225" height="300" />\r\n\r\nThe Passerine Husbandry Workshop  taught by Dr. Robert Webster from the Toledo Zoo, sponsored by Marion Zoological, Mazuri, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.   This  a 6-hour workshop that focuses on allowing keepers being able to share their own personal or their own facilities advancements in the care of these small birds.   PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1815" title="robert_webster" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/robert_webster-300x225.jpg" alt="robert_webster" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Robert Webster giving one of many bird husbandry talks</em>\r\n\r\nThe Rotating Exhibit Workshop hosted by keepers from the Denver Zoo, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Philadelphia Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.   This type of animal exhibitry is starting to become a new direction and method of revitalizing old exhibits while staying in existing footprints and addressing the ever rising expectations of animal welfare and behavioral husbandry.  This two hour workshop focuses on the daily opportunities and challenges associated with this type of exhibit with emphasis on enrichment, safety, guest experience, along with the flexibility, freedom, and limitations that one might face if considering a change in this style of animal exhibitry. PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="../members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1816" title="predator_ridge" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/predator_ridge-300x225.jpg" alt="predator_ridge" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Andrew Rowan and Mike Murray talk about their rotating exhibit Predator Ridge</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Future</strong>\r\n\r\nThe main focus of the Professional Development Committee is to concentrate on continuing education and  professional development for animal keepers,  increasing their role in the future of the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Professional Development Committee Members</strong></em>\r\n\r\n  \r\n<h3>Bob Cisneros - AAZK President</h3>\r\n<h3>Board Oversight</h3>\r\n<h3>San Diego Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Melaina Wallace - Co-chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Ellen Vossekull - Co-Chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<div><strong>Victor Alm</strong></div>\r\n Oakland Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Leanne Blinco</strong></div>\r\n Disney\'s Animal Kingdom\r\n<div><strong>Mike Murray</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Aaron Jesue</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>North Carolina Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Eunice Hui</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>CuriOdyssey\r\n<div><strong>Dawn Sohr</strong></div>\r\n Brookfield Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Andrew Rowan</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Anthony Nielsen</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Lincoln Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>T\'noya Thopmson Gonzales</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Moody Gardens\r\n<div><strong>Chris Mooney</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Sasha Stallard</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\'s Safari Park\r\n<div><strong>Janee Thill</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Sequoia Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Emily Merola</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo', 'Professional Development Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '178-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 13:30:37', '2013-10-15 18:30:37', '', 178, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/178-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3153, 1, '2013-10-15 13:34:49', '2013-10-15 18:34:49', '[col w="6"]<h4><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1132" title="pdc_color_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pdc_color_logo-155x300.jpg" alt="pdc_color_logo" width="155" height="300" /></h4>[/col]\r\n[col w="6"]<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n[caption id="attachment_2550" align="alignleft" width="150"]<img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/melaina3.jpg" alt=" Melaina Wallace - Disney&#039;s Animal Kingdom" width="150" height="159" class="size-full wp-image-2550" />  Melaina Wallace - <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em>[/caption][/col]\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Professional Development Committee\'s Mission is to provide continual resources for professional growth through leadership and educational opportunities for all National AAZK members.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1814" title="pass_workshop" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pass_workshop-225x300.jpg" alt="pass_workshop" width="225" height="300" />\r\n\r\nThe Passerine Husbandry Workshop  taught by Dr. Robert Webster from the Toledo Zoo, sponsored by Marion Zoological, Mazuri, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.   This  a 6-hour workshop that focuses on allowing keepers being able to share their own personal or their own facilities advancements in the care of these small birds.   PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1815" title="robert_webster" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/robert_webster-300x225.jpg" alt="robert_webster" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Robert Webster giving one of many bird husbandry talks</em>\r\n\r\nThe Rotating Exhibit Workshop hosted by keepers from the Denver Zoo, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Philadelphia Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.   This type of animal exhibitry is starting to become a new direction and method of revitalizing old exhibits while staying in existing footprints and addressing the ever rising expectations of animal welfare and behavioral husbandry.  This two hour workshop focuses on the daily opportunities and challenges associated with this type of exhibit with emphasis on enrichment, safety, guest experience, along with the flexibility, freedom, and limitations that one might face if considering a change in this style of animal exhibitry. PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="../members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1816" title="predator_ridge" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/predator_ridge-300x225.jpg" alt="predator_ridge" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Andrew Rowan and Mike Murray talk about their rotating exhibit Predator Ridge</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Future</strong>\r\n\r\nThe main focus of the Professional Development Committee is to concentrate on continuing education and  professional development for animal keepers,  increasing their role in the future of the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Professional Development Committee Members</strong></em>\r\n\r\n  \r\n<h3>Bob Cisneros - AAZK President</h3>\r\n<h3>Board Oversight</h3>\r\n<h3>San Diego Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Melaina Wallace - Co-chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Ellen Vossekull - Co-Chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<div><strong>Victor Alm</strong></div>\r\n Oakland Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Leanne Blinco</strong></div>\r\n Disney\'s Animal Kingdom\r\n<div><strong>Mike Murray</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Aaron Jesue</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>North Carolina Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Eunice Hui</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>CuriOdyssey\r\n<div><strong>Dawn Sohr</strong></div>\r\n Brookfield Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Andrew Rowan</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Anthony Nielsen</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Lincoln Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>T\'noya Thopmson Gonzales</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Moody Gardens\r\n<div><strong>Chris Mooney</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Sasha Stallard</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\'s Safari Park\r\n<div><strong>Janee Thill</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Sequoia Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Emily Merola</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo', 'Professional Development Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '178-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 13:34:49', '2013-10-15 18:34:49', '', 178, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/178-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3154, 1, '2013-10-15 13:35:24', '2013-10-15 18:35:24', '[col w="6"]<h3>Chair</h3>\r\n[caption id="attachment_2550" align="alignleft" width="150"]<img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/melaina3.jpg" alt=" Melaina Wallace - Disney&#039;s Animal Kingdom" width="150" height="159" class="size-full wp-image-2550" />  Melaina Wallace - <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em>[/caption][/col][col w="6"]<h4><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1132" title="pdc_color_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pdc_color_logo-155x300.jpg" alt="pdc_color_logo" width="155" height="300" /></h4>[/col]\r\n<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Professional Development Committee\'s Mission is to provide continual resources for professional growth through leadership and educational opportunities for all National AAZK members.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1814" title="pass_workshop" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pass_workshop-225x300.jpg" alt="pass_workshop" width="225" height="300" />\r\n\r\nThe Passerine Husbandry Workshop  taught by Dr. Robert Webster from the Toledo Zoo, sponsored by Marion Zoological, Mazuri, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.   This  a 6-hour workshop that focuses on allowing keepers being able to share their own personal or their own facilities advancements in the care of these small birds.   PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1815" title="robert_webster" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/robert_webster-300x225.jpg" alt="robert_webster" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Robert Webster giving one of many bird husbandry talks</em>\r\n\r\nThe Rotating Exhibit Workshop hosted by keepers from the Denver Zoo, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Philadelphia Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.   This type of animal exhibitry is starting to become a new direction and method of revitalizing old exhibits while staying in existing footprints and addressing the ever rising expectations of animal welfare and behavioral husbandry.  This two hour workshop focuses on the daily opportunities and challenges associated with this type of exhibit with emphasis on enrichment, safety, guest experience, along with the flexibility, freedom, and limitations that one might face if considering a change in this style of animal exhibitry. PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="../members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1816" title="predator_ridge" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/predator_ridge-300x225.jpg" alt="predator_ridge" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Andrew Rowan and Mike Murray talk about their rotating exhibit Predator Ridge</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Future</strong>\r\n\r\nThe main focus of the Professional Development Committee is to concentrate on continuing education and  professional development for animal keepers,  increasing their role in the future of the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Professional Development Committee Members</strong></em>\r\n\r\n  \r\n<h3>Bob Cisneros - AAZK President</h3>\r\n<h3>Board Oversight</h3>\r\n<h3>San Diego Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Melaina Wallace - Co-chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Ellen Vossekull - Co-Chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<div><strong>Victor Alm</strong></div>\r\n Oakland Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Leanne Blinco</strong></div>\r\n Disney\'s Animal Kingdom\r\n<div><strong>Mike Murray</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Aaron Jesue</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>North Carolina Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Eunice Hui</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>CuriOdyssey\r\n<div><strong>Dawn Sohr</strong></div>\r\n Brookfield Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Andrew Rowan</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Anthony Nielsen</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Lincoln Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>T\'noya Thopmson Gonzales</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Moody Gardens\r\n<div><strong>Chris Mooney</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Sasha Stallard</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\'s Safari Park\r\n<div><strong>Janee Thill</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Sequoia Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Emily Merola</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo', 'Professional Development Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '178-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 13:35:24', '2013-10-15 18:35:24', '', 178, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/178-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (3155, 1, '2013-10-15 13:36:22', '2013-10-15 18:36:22', '[col w="6"]<h3>Chair</h3>[caption id="attachment_2550" align="alignleft" width="150"]<img src="http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/wp-content/uploads/melaina3.jpg" alt=" Melaina Wallace - Disney&#039;s Animal Kingdom" width="150" height="159" class="size-full wp-image-2550" />  Melaina Wallace - <em>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</em>[/caption][/col][col w="6"]<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1132" title="pdc_color_logo" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pdc_color_logo-155x300.jpg" alt="pdc_color_logo" width="155" height="300" />[/col]<h3>Purpose</h3>\r\nThe Professional Development Committee\'s Mission is to provide continual resources for professional growth through leadership and educational opportunities for all National AAZK members.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1814" title="pass_workshop" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/pass_workshop-225x300.jpg" alt="pass_workshop" width="225" height="300" />\r\n\r\nThe Passerine Husbandry Workshop  taught by Dr. Robert Webster from the Toledo Zoo, sponsored by Marion Zoological, Mazuri, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.   This  a 6-hour workshop that focuses on allowing keepers being able to share their own personal or their own facilities advancements in the care of these small birds.   PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website.\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1815" title="robert_webster" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/robert_webster-300x225.jpg" alt="robert_webster" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Robert Webster giving one of many bird husbandry talks</em>\r\n\r\nThe Rotating Exhibit Workshop hosted by keepers from the Denver Zoo, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Philadelphia Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.   This type of animal exhibitry is starting to become a new direction and method of revitalizing old exhibits while staying in existing footprints and addressing the ever rising expectations of animal welfare and behavioral husbandry.  This two hour workshop focuses on the daily opportunities and challenges associated with this type of exhibit with emphasis on enrichment, safety, guest experience, along with the flexibility, freedom, and limitations that one might face if considering a change in this style of animal exhibitry. PDF\'s of this workshop can be found in the <a href="../members/login.php">Member\'s Only</a> section of the website\r\n\r\n<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1816" title="predator_ridge" src="http://aecetia.net/gws/aazk/wp-content/uploads/predator_ridge-300x225.jpg" alt="predator_ridge" width="300" height="225" />\r\n\r\n<em>Andrew Rowan and Mike Murray talk about their rotating exhibit Predator Ridge</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Future</strong>\r\n\r\nThe main focus of the Professional Development Committee is to concentrate on continuing education and  professional development for animal keepers,  increasing their role in the future of the AAZK.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Professional Development Committee Members</strong></em>\r\n\r\n  \r\n<h3>Bob Cisneros - AAZK President</h3>\r\n<h3>Board Oversight</h3>\r\n<h3>San Diego Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Melaina Wallace - Co-chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Disney\'s Animal Kingdom</h3>\r\n \r\n<h3>Ellen Vossekull - Co-Chair</h3>\r\n<h3>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo</h3>\r\n \r\n<div><strong>Victor Alm</strong></div>\r\n Oakland Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Leanne Blinco</strong></div>\r\n Disney\'s Animal Kingdom\r\n<div><strong>Mike Murray</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Aaron Jesue</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>North Carolina Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Eunice Hui</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>CuriOdyssey\r\n<div><strong>Dawn Sohr</strong></div>\r\n Brookfield Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Andrew Rowan</strong></div>\r\n Denver Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Anthony Nielsen</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Lincoln Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>T\'noya Thopmson Gonzales</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Moody Gardens\r\n<div><strong>Chris Mooney</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Sasha Stallard</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>San Diego Zoo\'s Safari Park\r\n<div><strong>Janee Thill</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Sequoia Park Zoo\r\n<div><strong>Emily Merola</strong></div>\r\n<strong> </strong>Utah\'s Hogle Zoo', 'Professional Development Committee', 0, '', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '178-revision-v1', '', '', '2013-10-15 13:36:22', '2013-10-15 18:36:22', '', 178, 'http://web3.gowebsolutions.com/~aazook/uncategorized/178-revision-v1/', 0, 'revision', '', 0) ; 
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