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The Conference for
Litter Prevention
Auntie Litter, Inc.
August 12-13 2008
Samford University
Birmingham, AL
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About the Conference
Conference workshops will focus on litter prevention education and related environmental issues that affect communities. Participants will learn strategies from experts, determine sources of funding, receive educational materials, and develop statewide network for idea sharing and problemsolving.
Conference Registration Deadline
Regular Registration: $100 per person
Registration Closes: August 1, 2008
No Refunds (but substitutions welcome)
Fee Includes:
conference workshops, campaign materials,
Take Pride Statewide t-shirt, continental breakfast,
lunch both days, reception, and refreshments.
Participants
The participants will be representatives of communities in Alabama including beautification boards, educators, government officials, environmental organizations, business and industry representatives,association and civic leaders, and concerned individuals.
Location
Vulcan Materials Center for
Environmental Stewardship and Education
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Dr. Birmingham, AL 35229
Day 1
Tuesday, August 12
Registration and Lunch
Workshops
Welcome Reception |
11:00 -12:30 pm
1:00 - 5:00 pm
5:00 - 7:00 pm |
Day 2
Wednesday, August 13
Continental Breakfast
Workshops & Lunch
Campaign Materials Distribution |
8:00 - 8:45 am
9:00 - 4:00 pm
4:00 - 5:00 pm |
Hotel Information
Participants are responsible for making their own reservations. If you choose a hotel from our brochure list, please mention that you are with the Take Pride Statewide Conference to receive a special rate negotiated for you by Auntie Litter, Inc. All hotels are in close proximity to Samford University.
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"It’s time for all Alabamians to take pride in our beautiful state. I strongly urge you to send a representative to this conference and work with Auntie Litter, Inc. for a clean and healthy environment." Bart Starr
"For over a decade, Auntie Litter has worked to create greater public awareness of the importance of being good stewards of the environment. The efforts of your organization have provided Alabama’s citizens with the knowledge and resources to learn more about conservation and to participate in global efforts to protect our environment and valuable natural resources." Governor Bob Riley
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS:
AUNTIE LITTER SEEKING RECYCLING & LITTER-PREVENTION IDEAS
Auntie Litter, Inc., is seeking “best practices” and creative program ideas on reusing, reducing waste and recycling. These ideas will be provided as shared resources to those aiming to begin environmental protection programs in their respective communities. Ideas can range from how to make compost out of food remains to ways to reduce air pollution in high-traffic areas. Selected submissions will be included in the official Take Pride Statewide Conference manual, and selected contributors will receive a complimentary “Take Pride Statewide” t-shirt.
To submit, please outline the idea, including photos where possible, and send to AuntieLitter@bellsouth.net along with your name, complete mailing address and contact information by Monday, August 4, 2008. Submissions may also be mailed to Auntie Litter, Inc., 1776 Independence Court, Suite 304, Birmingham, AL 35216. |
The P.R.I.D.E. Committee
People Really Interested in Defending our Environment |
Sam Bell
Pat Byington
Ginny Brown
Bernice Coar-Sterling
Tom Chesnutt
Michael Churchman
Kathy Collier
Larry Fillmer
Ouida Fritschi
Karl Frost
Bob Haskins
Ginger Hamilton
Roald Hazelhoff
Bridgett Helms
Scott Hughes
Bill Johnson
Emily Kling
Joyce Lanning
Mark Lester
Cheryl Lott
Anthony McGraw
Mark McNally
Pat Mitchell
Paige Moreland
Jackie Ramsey
Atrie Robinson
Betty Stahl
Gaynor St. John
Helen Todd
Julie Wade
Bill Weaver
Jana White
Joann Wissinger |
Jefferson County Department of Health
Bama Environmental News
Vulcan Materials Center for Env. Stewardship & Education
Miles College
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Alabama Environmental Council
Presley Burton & Collier, LLC
Auburn University
Volunteer
Alabama Dept. of Economic and Community Affairs
Keep Mobile Beautiful
Birmingham Board of Education
Southern Environmental Center
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Alabama Dept. of Environmental Mgmt.
Alabama Dept. of Economic and Community Affairs
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Volunteer
Alabama Power Co.
Volunteer
Jones Valley Middle School
Honda Manufacturing of AL
Auntie Litter, Inc.
Legacy, Inc., Partners in Environmental Education
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Keep Birmingham Beautiful
Auntie Litter, Inc.
St. John & St. John Attorneys-at-Law
Southern Living
Auntie Litter, Inc.
Volunteer
Creative Directions, Inc.
Alabama Cooperative Extension System |
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