SRM Board Meeting at the 2020 Annual Meeting Denver, Colorado Saturday, Feb. 15th, 8AM-5PM, Directors Row E Thursday, Feb. 20th, 8AM-NOON, Governors Square 15   SRM Advisory Council Meeting at the 2020 Annual Meeting Denver, Colorado Sunday, Feb. 16th, 8AM-5PM, Governor’s Square 11     The January Board Call is … [Read more...]

In December, SRM released the names of our top Honor Award recipients.  We are pleased at this time to announce our remaining Honor Award recipients below. Honor Awards presentations will take place during the morning Plenary Sessions at the 2020 Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado, February 17-19.  Award categories and recipients are listed by … [Read more...]

Please note that, due to the changes in format for the 2020 Annual Meeting in Denver, there are changes to the schedule for both Honor and Student Awards, as well as the Business Meeting. Honor Awards will be presented during each morning's Plenary Sessions according to the following schedule*: MONDAY: Sustained Lifetime … [Read more...]

Calling all Mentors and Mentees! Join us for the 3rd Annual YPC/Student Conclave "Bridging the Gap" Mentorship Event Tuesday, February 18th, 4:30PM-6:30PM 2020 SRM Annual Meeting, Denver, CO Everyone is invited to participate in this FREE event courtesy of the Young Professionals and Student Conclaves! This event is free but you must register … [Read more...]

The Endowment Fund Development Committee requests your participation in the 2020 Silent Auction! In Minneapolis last year, over $2,800 was raised for the Endowment Fund by auctioning over 65 items plus photos from the photo contest. Your participation in the auction from either donating items or bidding will continue to help grow the SRM … [Read more...]

The Nominations Committee is currently accepting nominations for Second Vice President and the Board of Directors (two positions) candidates to be interviewed on (tentatively) Sunday, February 16th at the 2020 Society for Range Management Annual Meeting, Technical Training, and Trade Show in Denver, CO. The deadline to submit has been extended to … [Read more...]

The Society for Range Management-Young Professionals Conclave (YPC) will offer 2 travel scholarships to outstanding young professionals active in range management to assist with attendance at the 2020 Society for Range Management (SRM) Annual Meeting, Technical Training and Trade Show February 16-20, 2020 Denver, Colorado All application … [Read more...]

The International Affairs Committee (IAC) has extended it's deadline for applications. Applications for the travel award must be submitted by 2 December 2019  and by 31 December, 2019 for the paper award. We intend to contact selected applicants for the travel award by Mid-December and those for the paper award after the Annual … [Read more...]

Calling all clubs, students and advisors!!! It is that time of the year again to think about competing in the University Website Display Contest. Last year we had some amazing websites designed by students that showcased their studying of plants, service to rangeland, and fun activities. How does this contest work? Student clubs/chapters will … [Read more...]

The deadline to submit paper & poster abstracts for the Joint XXIV IGC – XI IRC Congresses, Sustainable Use of Grassland/Rangeland Resources for Improved Livelihoods has been extended to  23rd December, 2019. Click Here for Information Joint XXIV IGC – XI IRC Congresses Sustainable Use of Grassland/Rangeland Resources for Improved … [Read more...]

On Thursday, October 31st, DC Liaison Lia Biondo testified on behalf of the Society in front of the National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board regarding the overpopulation of wild horses and burros on public lands. Currently, the wild horse population is nearly four times over the Appropriate Management Level. Urgent action is needed to reduce … [Read more...]

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS 2020 RSEC-SRM OUTSTANDING UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING AWARD and EARLY CAREER UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING AWARD Do you know someone who teaches undergraduate Range Science courses that is a truly excellent teacher?  Is there a university Range teacher who inspired you to become a Range Science professional?  If so, please consider … [Read more...]

2020 Rangeland Cup Topic – SRM Denver, CO World population projections indicate that there will be 9.8 billion people on earth by 2050 (UN, 2017). Rangeland ecosystems represent the largest and most diverse land resource, providing multiple ecosystem goods and services to both local communities and the larger public. Traditionally, rangeland … [Read more...]

Due to limited meeting space at the upcoming SRM Meetings in Denver, Colorado, there will not be a formal Undergraduate Student Paper Session at the 73rd Annual Meeting for the SRM (2020).  However, undergraduate student papers are still encouraged and will be incorporated into the regular professional presentations.    Please submit abstracts … [Read more...]

Voting for the 2020 Election of SRM Officers is now closed. Results will be announced after November 1st.   CLICK HERE  to read the candidates' bios and statements. There is also a bylaw amendment to be voted on this year. CLICK HERE to read the 2019 PROPOSED BYLAW CHANGES BALLOT. Electronic ballots were sent to the majority of the … [Read more...]

SRM Membership – We would like to let everyone know that we highly encourage folks attending the CO/WY Joint Section meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming next week to book hotel rooms at Little America where our event is taking place.  There are many additional hotel rooms still reserved for our membership for that evening.  You can still get the … [Read more...]

Please join us in congratulating your new officers! 2020 2nd Vice President Dr. Karen Launchbaugh 2020 Directors Dr. Susan Edinger Marshall Dr. John Marshall A big THANK YOU to all candidates for their participation in this year's election. We genuinely appreciate your willingness to serve the SRM!   The 2019 bylaw … [Read more...]

The 2020 SRM Annual Meeting Planning Committee has extended the deadline to July 15, 2019  or submissions for two (2) hour proposals for symposium, workshops, and Ignite-type sessions that are interdisciplinary, embrace the meeting theme of Transformation and Translation. We encourage co-organizers representing the spectrum of seasoned, mid-career … [Read more...]

SRM Members can select their preference for receiving renewal notices and/or election ballots  in just a few short steps. First, log in to your member profile at https://srm.allenpress.com/srm/MEMBERSHIP/MyProfile.aspx. Be sure to select "My Profile" from the "Membership" tab. Scroll down to the "Other Information" section and select "Add … [Read more...]

CLICK HERE to Read the Review … [Read more...]

The deadline to submit Honor Awards Nominations for the 2020 Annual Meeting is fast-approaching! Deadline for nominations: June 1, 2019  The Awards Committee will be accepting nominations until June 1, 2020 for Honor Awards to be presented at the 2020 Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado. For full description of the award categories and detailed … [Read more...]

Last year, SRM 2018 Student Conclave President John McQuaig connected with students from the Tanzanian Rangeland Student Association (TRSA) via email.  John has continued to maintain communication with them, and recently received an update on what the TRSA has been working on. CLICK HERE to see what they shared. … [Read more...]

Please share your suggestions with Justin Derner and Hailey Wilmer by April 15! Who would do a great job of laying the foundation for SRM Transformation and Translation?  With over 2000 members out there, we know you have heard speakers and know people that we have not.  You might even like to give a plenary address reflecting the theme. You … [Read more...]

The Charles Redd Center for Western Studies is pleased to announce multiple awards for 2019 that are available for scholars, students, or organizations conducting research or producing public programming related to Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming. Applications are due March 15, 2019. CLICK HERE for … [Read more...]

For the first time, the 2019 Annual Meeting Planning Committee (Minneapolis) has designated Tuesday, February 12, as Diversity Day. As part of this effort, there will be two consecutive sessions on improving diversity in SRM on Tuesday morning.  These sessions will be in the forum format to allow for participants to contribute their ideas to the … [Read more...]

We are excited to announce the launch of the Native American Rangeland Management Training Project! The Society for Range Management is collaborating with tribal partners and federal agencies to implement a long-term initiative that addresses several critical disconnects that impact the sustainable management of tribal rangelands.  The idea was … [Read more...]

Come destress from the meeting by joining Young Professionals Conclave for the 3rd Annual Range Runners Fun Run held at Loring Park on Monday, February 11th at 5:30 p.m. Commemorative t-shirts available to those who pre-register, and are first come-first serve to those who register on site at the meeting. See you Minneapolis!” … [Read more...]

SRM members Rory O'Connor and Travis Sowards were selected by the Western Society of Weed Science's (WSWS) Rita Beard Endowment Foundation to receive travel scholarships to attend the 2019 Society for Range Management Annual Meeting, Technical Training and Trade Show in Minneapolis, MN. Click Here For The Full Announcement The Rita Beard … [Read more...]

2019 SRM Annual Meeting Registration is Open! Early Bird Registration through December 29, 2018 CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS Reserve Your Hotel Room For The 2019 SRM Annual Meeting Today! The Annual Meeting Room Block is OPEN CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS Call for Nominations for SRM 2nd Vice President … [Read more...]

Estimates of rangeland vegetation production are one of the most important variables influencing livestock stocking rate decisions and wildlife management.  Stocking rates are a critical factor when considering grazing management and can have significant impacts on the financial sustainability. Likewise, public land managers need to consider trends … [Read more...]

The Western Society of Weed Science's Rita Beard Foundation Scholarship supports students and early career invasive species managers with educational opportunities by providing registration and travel funds to a professional meeting including the 2018 North American Invasive Species Management Association, 2019 Western Society of Weed Science, 2019 … [Read more...]

Attention 1862 Land-Grant Institutions and 1890 Land-Grant Institutions! U.S. Department of Agriculture NIFA releases request for applications for pilot projects that: Address emerging forest and rangeland resource issues; Have national or regional relevancy, or; Develop new and innovative projects that can be replicated at other … [Read more...]

Due to the low number of nomination packets we received for the 2019 Honor Awards, the deadline has been extended for the following categories only: R. CHAPLINE LAND STEWARDSHIP SUSTAINED LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT – RESEARCH/ACADEMIA YOUNG PROFESSIONAL CONCLAVE OUTSTANDING APPRENTICE Completed nomination packets … [Read more...]

The deadline to submit nomination packets for the 2019 Honor Awards is JUNE 1, 2018! The Awards Committee will be accepting nominations until June 1, 2018 for Honor Awards to be presented at the 2019 Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. For full description of the award categories and detailed information and instructions on the award … [Read more...]

Enjoy this video that was shared at the 2018 annual meeting! … [Read more...]

Greetings Members! Attached is a copy of the 2017 Annual Report that was shared at the 2018 Annual Meeting. 2017-SRM-Annual-Report-Booklet-Official … [Read more...]

Have you logged into your member record recently? Has your email, phone number or address changed? It's important to keep your contact details up to date so you don't miss out on SRM communications! Take a moment today to log in and make sure you're up to date: https://srm.allenpress.com/srm/MEMBERSHIP.aspx If you need assistance or have any … [Read more...]

 You can verify your membership status by logging into your member record at https://srm.allenpress.com/srm/MEMBERSHIP.aspx. If you did not receive your new login details, are not able to log, or have any questions or difficulties with your membership whatsoever, please contact: SRM Business Office at Allen Press Membership@rangelands.org / … [Read more...]

ONLINE REM FREE TO SRM MEMBERS! Online access to Rangeland Ecology & Management (REM) is available at no charge to SRM members.  Availability is limited so first come first served! Contact Vicky if you'd like more information, vtrujillo@rangelands.org / 303-986-3309. … [Read more...]

SRM Quivira letter RE Mentorship Training for Western Producers … [Read more...]

John Stanley Tixier (Stan), 85, of Eden, Utah died peacefully on December 23, 2017.  Stan was born February 15, 1932, in Clayton, New Mexico, second son (after brother Ed) of Edward and Dorothy Tixier.  He attended the University of Arizona where he met Janice White, whom he married on June 28, 1958. They had three children John Stanley, Jr., … [Read more...]

The Special Election to amend the SRM Bylaws will open on November 13, 2017 and close January 5, 2018. CLICK HERE for the 2017 Proposed Bylaw Changes Ballot. If you have questions or concerns please contact Vicky Trujillo: P: 303-986-3309 F: 303-986-3892 E: VTrujillo@rangelands.org   … [Read more...]

Calling all College/University Range Clubs! This is a call for participating in the Student Chapter Display Contest at the 2018 Annual SRM meeting in Sparks, NV. This year’s theme is Empowerment through applied science. If your club is interested in participating in the contest please have a club representative send an email that includes your … [Read more...]

The registration DEADLINE for the 2018 SRM Rangeland Cup competition at the 2018 SRM Annual Meeting in Sparks: has been extend to Thursday, November 30, 2017 REGISTER YOUR TEAM ONLINE TODAY AT http://rangelandcup2018.eventbrite.com CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS … [Read more...]

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CALL FOR 2018 RSEC-SRM NOMINATIONS for: OUTSTANDING UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING AWARD and EARLY CAREER UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING AWARD Deadline to submit nominations: November 1, 2017 Click Here For Information … [Read more...]

The (BLM) announced that it is requesting ideas and input on how the agency can make its land use planning procedures and environmental reviews timelier and less costly, as well as ensure its responsiveness to local needs. All can submit ideas and provide public input during a 21-day period beginning July 3, 2017 and ending July 24, 2017 … [Read more...]

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SRM Welcome Letter to Secretary Zinke SRM Welcome Letter to Secretary Perdue … [Read more...]

We know many of you have been anxiously awaiting information about the upcoming 2018 Annual Meeting! In addition Abstracts for past meetings are always in high demand. To meet these needs, we've create a new page! This page is linked under the About section of the website for future reference. Annual Meeting Information & Abstracts … [Read more...]

See the below Press Release for information on the SRM- Student Conclave Fundraiser: Press Release- Wildfire Fundraiser … [Read more...]

We had such a great meeting in St. George, UT this year! Thank you to all who made it possible! Below you can view the 2016 Annual Report that was shared at the meeting. 2016 SRM Annual Report   … [Read more...]

2017-03-24: The Western Society of Weed Science has created, with an endowment by Rita Beard's family, the Rita Beard Endowment Foundation. Rita Beard was a long-time member of the Society for Rangeland Management (SRM) and helped lead the effort to coordinate the joint SRM and Weed Science Society (WSSA) meeting in 2010. The WSWS endowment’s … [Read more...]

The SRM Board calls are scheduled for the 1st Monday of each month* at 8:00AM MT.To join dial in:  866-254-5984   no code needed / http://www.uberconference.com/wssdc March 6, 2017 April 3, 2017 May 1, 2017 June 5, 2017 July 3, 2017 August - no call; see below for Summer Board Meeting information September 4, 2017 … [Read more...]

Littleton, CO (12/7/2016):  The Society for Range Management is proud to present its new and completely redesigned website. SRM staff worked closely with 2 Dogs Media LLC who specializes in non profit website design throughout the process, gathering content from the original website and building it into an easier-to-use platform that is visually … [Read more...]