SPEAKER SERIES / Dr. Whit gibbons
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 6:30 PM
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON TUESDAY, MAY 21 AT 12AM / FREE TO ATTEND / SPACE IS LIMITED.
Join ALABAMA AUDUBON and the McWane Science Center as they host one of the world’s most renowned names in southeastern ecology and conservation, Dr. Whit Gibbons. Throughout his esteemed career that spans nearly half a century, Dr. Gibbons has focused on the rich biodiversity of the southeastern United States, particularly in the realm of reptiles and amphibians, and will delve into the historical biodiversity of the region, exploring what it was like in Alabama "before your grandparents were born." Dr. Gibbons will also introduce his new book, "Salleyland," which invites readers to embark on wildlife adventures through swamps, sandhills, and forests of his property in west-central South Carolina and emphasizes the importance of learning about and engaging with the natural world around us. Participants are encouraged to bring along their favorite book by Dr. Gibbons for a book signing session before the talk, making this an exceptional opportunity for fans and nature enthusiasts alike to connect with one of the leading voices in conservation and ecological education.
about dr. whit gibbons
Whit Gibbons, Professor Emeritus of Ecology (University of Georgia and Savannah River Ecology Laboratory), received his BS and MS from the University of Alabama and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He has written 25 books and more than 250 scientific publications on conservation and the environment, with a focus on reptiles and amphibians. He has had environmental commentaries on National Public Radio, written more than 1,000 popular articles published in magazines and newspapers, and continues to write a weekly environmental column (Ecoviews), initially distributed by the New York Times Regional Newspaper Group (including the Tuscaloosa News), for more than 40 years. He wrote the merit badge booklet Reptile and Amphibian Study for the Boy Scouts of America in 1993.
Other books by the author can be purchased at http://whitgibbons.com/books. Bring your favorite to be signed by Dr. Gibbons the night of the event!
NEED-TO-KNOW
DETAILS The event will be held in the Special Event Center and begins with a book signing that will last about an hour. The speaker will begin speaking around 7:30 and questions will be allowed at the end of the presentation.
ACCESSIBILITY There is ample parking at the McWane Science Center and street parking for free nearby. The facility is ADA compliant and has restrooms available.
EVENT ORGANIZER
The organizer for this event is Andrew Lydeard / Andrew@alaudubon.org. Please contact by email with any questions.
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