Objective: Discussion of hurricane Michael impacts and recovery; challenges that state forestry agencies are facing, and how Southern Research Station scientists may be able to address these needs through current research activities, science syntheses, or other collaborative efforts.

May 14, 2019

Monday May 13th Optional Group Dinner

6pm, Edward Ball Dining Room at Wakulla Springs Lodge

Tuesday, May 14th

9:00am	Welcome to WEI	Bob Ballard, Executive Director
9:15am	Introductions	Stephanie Laseter
9:30am	Opening Comments	Rob Doudrick - SRS Station Director, Jim Karels- Florida State Forester, Chuck Williams- Georgia State Forester
9:45am	FIA Analysis	Topic Leads: Robert Lee, Mark Brown, Sam Lambert
BREAK
10:30am	Markets and Economic Sustainability	Topic Lead: Karen Abt
11:30am	Forest Operations	Topic Leads: Dana Mitchell, and Matthew Smidt
LUNCH
1:30pm	Fire Risks	Topic lead: Scott Goodrick
2:30pm	Chipola EFR and FL A&M	Johnny Grace
3:30pm 4pm	Closing Comments Adjourn Meeting