Are you worried that the qualities of northern Wisconsin you hold dear – pristine rivers, serene lakes and forests – are no longer adequately protected from ever-increasing development? Do you find it intimidating to express your viewpoints at public hearings dealing with environmental quality issues? Are you seeking non-judgmental ways to educate your neighbors about environmental protection? If so, River Alliance’s newest workshop is for you.
The officials we send to the Capitol and elect to town, city and county boards can’t represent you unless you tell them what’s important to you. The Communicating Environmentally workshop will help you wade through the decision-making process for local governments and understand how you can influence environmental policy decisions.
How we communicate - the words we use, the way we approach those whose minds we want to change, the attitude and passion we express – is vital to getting our viewpoints heard, whether the target is an elected official, a local administrator or a next-door neighbor. This workshop will also help you learn the language and techniques of environmental communication – to help you be heard, be credible and make a difference in your community.
The River Alliance of Wisconsin, with the generous support of Patagonia and the Wisconsin Environmental Education Board (WEEB), is hosting three workshops in northern Wisconsin to help river and watershed groups and citizens interested in protecting the North’s resources develop skills to communicate effectively. Each workshop will feature state officials and local government specialists. Dorothy Lagerroos, Environmental Studies and Government Professor at Northland College, will provide training in developing and getting your message across.
Each workshop begins at 10:00 a.m., includes lunch, and will conclude at 3:00 p.m. A nominal fee of $10.00 to cover lunch is requested. Registration is required as space is limited.
Saturday, September 8
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center
Keynote speaker: Representative Gary Sherman
Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 4
Saturday, September 15
Spooner Agricultural Research Station
Keynote speaker: Senator Bob Jauch
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 6
Saturday, September 22
Nicolet College, Rhinelander Campus
Keynote speaker: Senator Roger Breske
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 13
To register, e-mail or call me by the registration deadline specified for each workshop. Please pass this invitation along to members of your organization, friends and neighbors. I look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
Lori Grant
River Alliance of Wisconsin
lgrant@wisconsinrivers.org
608-257-2424 ext. 111
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