The Marine Fish Conservation Network and PRBO Conservation Science
are pleased to host the

Forage Species, Food Webs, and
Marine Ecosystem Management Symposium

December 10, 2007
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

At the
Aquarium of the Bay
Farallon Room
San Francisco, CA

Agenda

Directions

RSVP

Please note that attendance at the symposium is by invitation only, as space is limited.

10:00am Welcome
Julie Sherman, Marine Fish Conservation Network
Jennifer Martin, PRBO Conservation Science

10:20 Keynote Speaker
Dr. Alec MacCall, US National Marine Fishies Service
"Leaving Fish in the Ocean"

10:45 Presentation
Dr. Jacqueline Alder, Fisheries Centre, University of British Columbia
"A Global Perspective on Forage Fishes"

11:15 Presentation
Dr. Francisco Chavez, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
"Climate Variability and Change in Monterey Bay, California Over the Last 20 Years"

11:45 Presentation
Dr. Robert Emmett, US National Marine Fisheries Service
"Changing Ocean Conditions and Fluctuations in the Distribution and Abundance of Forage Fishes in the Northern California Current"

12:15 Lunch (provided)

1:00 Presentation
Dr. Richard Brodeur, US National Marine Fisheries Service
"The Role of Forage Fishes in the Pelagic Food Web of the California Current"

1:30 Presentation
Dr. John Field, US National Marine Fisheries Service
"Dynamic Changes in Fished and Unfished West Coast Rockfish Populations; Investigating the Supply Side Dynamics of Seabird-fishery Interactions"

2:00 Break

2:20 Presentation
Dr. Enriqueta Velarde, Centro de Ecologia y Pesquerias, Universidad Veracruzana
"Seabird Ecology, El Niño Anomalies and Prediction of Sardine Fisheries in the Gulf of California"

2:50 Presentation
Dr. Philip Levin, US National Marine Fisheries Service
"A Framework for the Evaluation of Ecosystem-based Management Strategies in the California Current"

3:20 Presentation
Mr. Ken Hinman, National Coalition for Marine Conservation
"Forage First! An Incremental Approach to Ecosystem-based Fisheries Management"

3:50 Break

4:00 Panel Discussion
Mr. Greg Bargmann, WA Department of Fish and Wildlife
Mr. Ben Enticknap, Oceana
Mr. Zeke Grader, Institute for Fisheries Resources
Mr. Dale Sweetnam, CA Department of Fish and Game
Mr. Darrell Ticehurst, Coastside Fishing Club
Ms. Kate Wing, Natural Resources Defense Council

4:45 Wrap Up
Jennifer Martin
Julie Sherman

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The Aquarium of the Bay is a unique nature center dedicated to creating experiences that inspire conservation of the San Francisco Bay and all marine environments. It is the only aquarium focused specifically on the rich and diverse aquatic life and distinctive ecosystems of the Bay its surrounding waters. Symposium attendees are granted entrance to the Aquarium that day.

Aquarium of the Bay is located on Fisherman's Wharf adjacent to PIER 39. For directions to the Aquarium by car, ferry, or rail, please see their web site.

Parking in the Fisherman’s Wharf area can be difficult and expensive. The Aquarium is easily reached by public transportation, which we encourage you to use.

Parking is available at a number of lots in the area including:
• PIER 39 parking garage – one block away from the Aquarium. A limited number of parking passes will be available for purchase at a reduced rate.
• 80 Francisco Street Garage. 80 Francisco Street (Francisco and Kearny Streets)
• Longshoreman Lot. 400 North Point Street (Taylor and North Point Streets)

The SF MUNI web site has a trip planner link (Plan a Trip at 511.org) that will plan your trip using all Bay Area public transportation.

BART is the commuter rail to the East Bay (Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond or beyond), Fremont, Dublin/Pleasanton, the San Francisco Airport and Millbrae. BART can take you to downtown San Francisco from the Oakland and San Francisco airports. Once downtown, you can connect to the SF MUNI “F-line” (get off at Embarcadero Station) or a Cable Car (get off at Powell Street Station) to reach Fisherman’s Wharf. The F-line is typically faster.

The F-line streetcar is a vintage electric rail vehicle serving Market Street and the waterfront boulevard, The Embarcadero, and linking downtown San Francisco to Fisherman's Wharf/Pier 39. Board the F-line at specially marked center islands along Market Street heading east towards the Bay to get to Fisherman’s Wharf/Pier 39.

F-line and Cable Car Map.

Transportation information can also be found at the Bay Area Traveler.

San Francisco is easily accessible by both San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport. BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) serves both airports and can bring you to downtown San Francisco. From there, take the SF MUNI “F-line”, Cable Car, or a taxi to Pier 39.

The Fisherman’s Wharf area has many accommodation choices. Neighborhoods nearby that are within easy driving, taxi, or public transit distance include the Marina, North Beach, Telegraph Hill and Russian Hill. Contact information for a few hotel options are below. Note that many hotels charge for parking.

Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf
555 North Point Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 1-415-563-1234 Fax: 1-415-486-4444


San Francisco Marriott
1250 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 1-415-775-7555 Fax: 1-415-474-2099


Argonaut Hotel
495 Jefferson Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone:1- 415-563-0800


Hilton San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
2620 Jones Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 1-415-885-4700 Fax: 1-415-771-8945


Best Western Tuscan Inn
425 North Point Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 800-648-4626 Fax: 1-415-561-1199


Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf
550 North Point Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 1-415-409-4600 Fax: 1-415-4095111


Wharf Inn
2601 Mason Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 1-415-673-7411
(this hotel has free parking)

Known for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping, Fisherman’s Wharf offers a wide array of things to do for everyone. The Wharf’s fabulous location puts you within minutes of the Maritime Museum, Alcatraz, Coit Tower and the world famous San Francisco Cable Car lines. Fisherman’s Wharf offers some of the most incredible views of the San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and the cityscape.

For a calendar of events, things to do, discount coupons, and maps, go to Fisherman's Wharf.

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