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Important Information

​Conference Dates

• ​October 18 - 24, 2027

Registration Opens

• Spring of 2027

Call for Papers

• January 2027

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​For Conference Questions Email - 

Conference Agenda

Experience
​Rochester, NY

Enjoy a thriving city year-round. From a wide-ranging culinary scene, to attending one of many festivals, or visiting world-class museums and attractions, you're sure to find something to love..

Visit Rochester.com

Fly roc

A Zoo Trifecta in Upstate New York

Buffalo - Seneca Park - Rosamond Gifford

Seneca Park Zoo

Animals of the Savanna

Seneca Park Zoo
​Rochester, NY​

A Zoo For the Next Generation

Excursion Details

Zoo Map

A Step into Africa

Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Syracuse, NY

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care, and unparalleled conservation education

Excursion Details

Zoo Map

Miracle Twins - Yaad and Tukada

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Fennec Fox

Buffalo Zoo

River Otter

Buffalo Zoo​
Buffalo, NY

"Building Community, Creating Connections, Saving Wildlife.
The Buffalo Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the United States, home to over 800 animals and 320 plant species, and a center of conservation excellence working to secure a future where wildlife thrives."​

Excursion Details

Zoo Map

Black Howler Monkeys

Conference Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Rochester
1111 Jefferson Road
Rochester, NY 14623

2027 Conference Planning Committee

Diane McClure - Rosamond Gifford
Ann Wickes - Rosamond Gifford
Christina Tucci - Rosamond Gifford
Joanne Marshall - Rosamond Gifford
Elizabeth Yale - Rosamond Gifford
Jackie Pilon - Rosamond Gifford
Ellenrose Galgano - Rosamond Gifford
Terri Redhead - Rosamond Gifford
Judy Kenyon - Buffalo Zoo
Mary Anne Heiser - Buffalo Zoo
Pam Rose - Buffalo Zoo
Jeri Eberhardt - Buffalo Zoo
Susan Gingrich - Buffalo Zoo
Hillary Morgan - Buffalo Zoo
Sandra Gurowicz - Buffalo Zoo
Anne Kirkpatrick - Seneca Park Zoo
Pat Statland - St Louis Zoo
Diane Tyk - Milwaukee County Zoo
Ellen Kulie - Detriot Zoo
Tim Kouba - Oklahoma City Zoo

If you are interested in joining this planning committee email [email protected]

Conference Oversight Committee

Chair: Ellen Kulie - Detroit Zoo
Kay Johnson - Milwaukee Zoo
Alissa Chenetski - Columbus Zoo
​Pam Ryan - Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Tim Kouba - Oklahoma City