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HISTORY of the GEORGIA CHAPTER OF THE WILDLIFE SOCIETY Established April 30, 1973 Semi-Annual Programs, Other Accomplishments, & Boards & Committees • MISSION: The Georgia Chapter of The Wildlife Society (Georgia TWS) is a professional organization dedicated to the scientific conservation of wildlife resources, and to furthering the education of those involved with, or interested in, wildlife conservation. Georgia TWS promotes rigorous professional ethics for wildlife scientists and managers, facilitates the exchange of technical information, and works to influence legislation impacting wildlife resources. Issue statements are developed, often in partnership with other conservation groups, and relayed to elected representatives of the Georgia and United States Constitutions and other people. • MEMBERSHIP: Georgia TWS has recently comprised of over 200 members representing universities, state, and federal agencies, conservation organizations, and the general public. Some members are involved with wildlife management in a professional capacity, while others are involved simply because of their interest in wild animals and the management of these species and their habitats. The Chapter officers function as the Executive Committee, and most of the organization's business is conducted via that body, with input from the general membership. However, there are numerous opportunities for non-elected members to contribute to the Chapter. • MEETINGS: Georgia TWS meets twice per year, spring and fall, in various locations around the state. Occasionally we meet jointly with other state chapters or other organizations. Meetings generally span two days, and feature presentations detailing current issues in wildlife research, management, and legislation. The meetings also address Chapter business, and a new crop of officers is elected at the spring meeting every two years. Georgia TWS meetings are not just about work. They also provide opportunities for networking, socializing, exploring local natural environments, and observing wildlife. GATWS Executive Board Serving Winter 1973-Winter 1975 President President-Elect Secretary-Treasurer At-Large At-Large Past-President photo photo photo photo photo photo 1973 August 23-24 Brunswick Jr. College, GA GATWS 1973.pdf (121p): Agenda-p26 & Bus Mtg Min-p55 & Photos-p? Theme: Founding a long term GATWS Chapter that . Presentations: First committee reports, By-laws, Elections, New business & Committee appointments. Social: Fish fry dinner on Butler Island, boat transportation for Sapelo Island field trip, & refreshments= $4 pre-registration fee. Board & Committee Chairs: President-Robert Ernst (also served during initial transition), President Elect-Duff Holbrook, Secretary- John Oberheu (initial transition~Richard Whittington, John Oberheu was soon replaced by Joe Kurz for health reason), Treasurer- Joe Kurz [initial transition~Syd(ney) Johnson], At Large-Larry Marchinton, At Large-Ron Simpson, Past-President-not applicable yet; Committee Chairs: Public Relations-Bob Carlton, Program-Ron Odum, Non-Game Wildlife-Billy Hilstead, Game-Malcolm Edwards, Environmental Issues-Syd Johnson. Accomplishments from 1973: At the end of 19731231, treasury is $?,???.?? in checking & $??.?? in cash box, annual dues/member is $?.??, & membership is ???. Membership is 59 people as of 1973????. Bylaws drafted, refined & submitted Parent chapter of TWS. First executive board meeting held May 21, 1973 at 9 am at the conference room, 7th floor, rm 722-A, Trinity-Washington Building, Atlanta, GA. First nominations committee composed of Malcolm Edwards (U.S. Forest Service), Tom Hicks (Georgia Game & Fish Commission), Jesse Mercer (Soil Conservation Service), Don Orr (Bureau of Sport Fisheries & Wildlife), Sydney Johnson (Institute of Natural Resources), Don Charbonneau (U.S. Army). First issue of GATWS Newsletter published in December 1973. Membership includes professionals who are employed with U.S. Army, Game & Fish, U.S. Forest Service, Soil Conservation, Extension Service, Bureau Sport Fisheries & Wildlife, University of Georgia, or Environmental Protection Agency. First business meeting held 19730823 and was called to order at 10am, adjourning at 3pm. University of Georgia’s School of Forest Resources TWS Student Chapter held their first election on 19730925 and elected President-Carroll Allen, Vice President-Vic Vansant, Secretary & Representative to GATWS-Robert Folk, Treasurer-Joe Oliveros. 1974 February 21-22 The Heart of Rabun Motel, Clayton, GA GATWS 1974.pdf (93p): Agenda-p16 & Bus Mtg Min-p17 & Photos-p? Focus: The Future of Sport Hunting. Presentations: Social: Grouse hunt on Coleman River & Warwoman WMAs. Hiking Appalachian Trail, snow skiing, squirrel & ‘wild hog’ hunting. Board & Committee Chairs: President-Robert Ernst, President Elect-Duff Holbrook, Secretary-Treasurer-Joe Kurz, At Large-Larry Marchinton, At Large-Ron Simpson, Past-President-not applicable yet; Committee Chairs: Nominating Elections-Malcom Edwards, Public Relations-Bob Carlton, Program-Ron Odum, Non-Game Wildlife-Billy Hilstead, Game-Malcolm Edwards, Environmental Issues-Syd Johnson, others? 1974 August 22-23 Thomaston, GA GATWS 1974.pdf (93p): Agenda-p60 & Bus Mtg Min-p61 & Photos-p? Focus: Presentations: Sport hunting, Environmental issues, Georgia Power Central GA-Rum Creek project. Social: Float Trip from Flint River highway 18 bridge to Sprewell Bluff. Board & Committee Chairs: President-Robert Ernst, President Elect-Duff Holbrook, Secretary-Treasurer-Joe Kurz, At Large-Larry Marchinton, At Large-Ron Simpson, Past-President-not applicable yet; Committee Chairs: Public Relations-Bob Carlton, Resolution & Public Statements-Monte Seehorn, Membership-Duff Holbrook, Program-Ron Odum, Non-Game Wildlife-Billy Hilstead, Game-Malcolm Edwards, Environmental Issues-Tom Hicks, Trapping- Carlton, Endangered Species/Non-Game Wildlife-Jerry Mccullom, Newsletter Editor- Aaron Pass, Chapter Parlimentarian-Syd Johnson. Accomplishments from 1974: At the end of 19741231, treasury is $?,???.?? in checking & $??.?? in cash box, annual dues/member is $?.??, & membership is ???. Membership is ?? people as of 1974????. Missing files. Input in H.R. 11937 bill regarding Blue Ridge parkway extension through Georgia & South Carolina. First GATWS “Nameless” Newsletter distributed. Sprewell Bluff Dam position resolution drafted. GATWS membership identification cards distributed & application cards established. Phosphate mining along Georgia coastal marshes investigated. GATWS Executive Board Serving Winter 1975-Winter 1976 President President-Elect Secretary-Treasurer At-Large At-Large Past-President photo photo photo photo photo photo 1975 February 27 Hitchiti Exp Forest, Piedmont NWR, Hillsboro, GA GATWS 1975.pdf (55p): Agenda-p11 & Bus Mtg Min-p19 in 1974 file & Photos-p? Focus: Presentations: Business meeting & elections, Counting on quail, Forest management, Smoke management, Strip mine reclamation, USFWS film “Gifts”. Social: Quail hunt on Cedar Creek WMA. Board & Committee Chairs: President-Duff Holbrook, President-Elect-Ron Odum, Secretary-Treasurer-Leonard Walker, At Large-Monte Seehorn, At Large-Don Charbonneau, Past-President-Ron Simpson, Past-President-Robert Ernst; Committee Chairs: Program-Tuck Stone, others? 1975 missing file missing file GATWS 1975.pdf (55p): Agenda-p & Bus Mtg Min-p & Photos-p Focus: Presentations: Social: Board & Committee Chairs: President-Duff Holbrook, President-Elect-Ron Odum, Secretary-Treasurer-Leonard Walker, At Large-Monte Seehorn, At Large-Don Charbonneau, Past-President-Ron Simpson, Past-President-Robert Ernst; Committee Chairs: Nominating Elections- Lem Richards, Program-Tuck Stone, others? Accomplishments from 1975: At the end of 19751231, treasury is $?,???.?? in checking & $??.?? in cash box, annual dues/member is $?.??, & membership is ???. Membership is ?? people as of 1975????. Missing files. Draft statement prepared by GATWS for TWS regarding certification of wildlife biologists. 1976 prior to March 12 Bainbridge, GA (referenced in p2) GATWS 1976.pdf (66p): Agenda-p & Bus Mtg Min-p & Photos-p Focus: Presentations: Social: Board & Committee Chairs: President-Duff Holbrook, President-Elect-Ron Odum, Secretary-Treasurer-Leonard Walker, At Large-Monte Seehorn, At Large-Don Charbonneau, Past-President-Robert Ernst; Committee Chairs: Program-Tuck Stone, others? GATWS Executive Board Serving Winter 1976-Winter 1979 President President-Elect Secretary-Treasurer At-Large At-Large Past-President photo photo photo photo photo photo 1976 August 26-27 B.F. Grant Memorial Forest, Eatonton, GA GATWS 1976.pdf (66p): Agenda-p25 & Bus Mtg Min-p61 & Photos-p? Focus: Presentations: Wildlife management on US Army lands, GA Marshlands Protection Agency, Turkey restoration, Compound bow use, Fire ant eradication, Beaver damage survey, Clearcutting stance. Social: Field trip to B.F. Grant forest RCW area & Oconee National Forest natural pine regeneration. Fish fry dinner. Board & Committee Chairs: President-Ron Odum, President Elect-Larry Landers, Secretary-Treasurer-Oscar Dewberry, At Large-Warren Parker replaces Warren Parker who moved, At Large-Larry Marchinton, Past-President-Duff Holbrooks; Committee Chairs: Nominating Elections-Joe Kurz, Program-Larry Landers, Endangered Species/Non-Game Wildlife-Jerry McCullom, Environmental Issues-Carroll Allen. Accomplishments from 1976: At the end of 19761231, treasury is $?,???.?? in checking & $??.?? in cash box, annual dues/member is $?.??, & membership is ???.
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