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8:00 a.m. |
Experiences and Perspectives - Instream Flow Problem-Solving Case Studies #1
Campbell River, British Columbia and Peace River, Florida
For each of the two case study rivers, panelists will address: the issues that led to the instream flow process/studies, the policy context, the science done, the public dialogue process, the results, the roles each element played in the outcome, and lessons learned.
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9:45 a.m. |
Networking Break - Refreshments in Booth/Poster Area |
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10:15 - 12:15 |
Action Planning #1:
How Do We Better Integrate Science, Policy and Public Dialogue to Solve Instream Flow Problems? (Facilitated Discussions)
Scientific results can sometimes be difficult to apply. Public policy may not adequately reflect public sentiments. Scientific uncertainty can be difficult to accept in water allocation decisions. People of like interests and expertise tend to communicate more with each other than beyond. Some public policy may not provide for creative solutions. What actions or resources could be initiated or developed to help improve the situation?
Facilitated by Larry Susskind.
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12:15 p.m. |
Lunch (on-site) Presentation of IFC Awards |
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1:15 p.m. |
Experiences and Perspectives - Instream Flow Case Studies #2
(see above description for case study panel format)
Platte River, Nebraska and Housatonic River, Connecticut
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3:00 p.m. |
Networking Break - Refreshments in Booth/Poster Area |
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3:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Action Planning #2: Refining the Ideas (Facilitated Discussions)
Discussion tables will be organized to consider and refine key proposals emerging from Action Planning #1. What would be needed to implement the idea? Who would need to be involved? How would it need to occur and under what conditions? Ideas are documented and become the beginning of the "Flow 2008 Action Plan".
Facilitated by Larry Susskind. |
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7:00 - 10:00 p.m. |
Reception and Dinner - Buckhorn Museum and Saloon
(requires separate advance reservation)
Roam this unique San Antonio landmark with your favorite Texas beverage for a selection of delicious Texas cuisine, then enjoy a keynote address and entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity for a private event at the famous Buckhorn!
Keynote Address
Have We Kept Faith with Our Rivers?
An Assessment of Legal and Ethical Challenges to Watershed Health
Charles Wilkinson, Moses Lasky Professor of Law, University of Colorado
Click here to read the abstract! |
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Science - Policy - Public Dialogue 
