What an incredible week for us in Montana! Over 1000
scientists, students, advocates and journalists gathered at the University of
Montana for a week of thrilling conversations, debates and presentations about
conservation biology at 2014 North American Congress for Conservation Biology
hosted by the Society of Conservation Biology. The theme of the conference was
about breaking down barriers within the conservation world. At the conference,
Dr. Tonkyn, Carmony Adler Corley, a Clemson T4T graduate, and I were accepted
to give a presentation to talk about the formation of the National Tigers for
Tigers Coalition and Tigers for Tigers.
Dr. Tonkyn and I attended a variety of presentations about
policy, science communication, education and human-wildlife conflict. It was a
fantastic experience and it was great to meet and form relationships with many
tiger biologists, conservationists and journalists from around the world.
Many people were trilled to learn more about the National
Tigers for Tigers Coalition and the efforts that we have initiated across the
country. With some individuals, I only needed to say three words, “Tigers,
mascots and conservation,” before there was a massive grin across their face.
They got it immediately! It just fuels my passion and drive for the
opportunities presented before us. I know that our students across the country
are doing amazing work to make an impact within their communities and I cannot
wait for the fall to arrive! I can’t wait to share these experiences with all
of them.
Go tigers,
Sean Carnell
National Coordinator
PS: To view more photos of my experience, visit our facebook page
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