NC State University Stream Restoration Program
Campus Box 7625
Raleigh, NC 27695
Phone: 919-515-6780
www.ncsu.edu/srp/

Conference Activities

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008 - Optional pre-conference fly-fishing expedition

Western North Carolina is home to some classic fly-fishing streams. Join us for a day of fly-fishing for trout on the Little River. The registration fee of $75 includes boxed lunch, transportation, and a complimentary selection of local fly patterns. Participants are expected to supply their own waders, rain gear and tackle (4 weight or lighter rods are appropriate for these streams.) Please obtain a license in advance by going to: http://www.ncwildlife.org/fs_index_Purchase_License.htm or stop by a local Wal-Mart and pick one up. If you have questions please feel free to contact Dave Penrose at dave_penrose@ncsu.edu. The tour departs from the hotel lobby at 9:00am.

Sunday Stream Hike

Join biologists Bob Butler and Andrea Leslie for a hike along the East Fork of the Pigeon River in the Pisgah National Forest.  Meet at the entrance to the Rennaissance Hotel in Asheville on Sunday at 1:00 pm.  Participants will carpool to the trailhead and hike 3-4 hours.  Bring water, raingear, and hiking boots.  Hike is moderately strenuous.  There is no fee for this activity.  For more information, contact Andrea Leslie at andrea.leslie@ncmail.net.

Tour the Biltmore Estate

Discover America's largest private home, Biltmore House, a French Renaissance chateau surrounded by inspiring gardens, America's most-visited winery, and the interpretive River Bend Farm. Please arrange for tickets directly with the hotel concierge or by going to http://www.biltmore.com/. Tickets are $39 per person for a one-day tour.

 

Monday, Nov. 3 - 5:00 - 7pm - Sponsored Welcome Reception

Finish the first day of the conference at a welcome reception. Mingle with other attendees and staff and take time to explore the Exhibitor booths.

 

Tuesday, Nov. 4 - 5:00 - 7pm - Sponsored Reception

Enjoy an evening of socializing and networking.

 

Thursday, Nov. 6 - 8:00am - 3:00pm - Optional Fieldtrips

Choose from two field trips:

# 1 Urban Watershed Restoration & LID

  • Green Roof
  • Permeable Pavement
  • Bioretention/Rain Garden
  • Stormwater Wetlands
  • Stream Restoration
  • Riparian Buffer Planting and Exotic Plant Management

# 2 Stream Restoration Project Visits

  • Swannanoa River, Asheville
  • Cane Creek, Fletcher
  • Morgan Creek, Haywood County
  • Richland Creek, Waynesville