Update 7-September-2021: Unfortunately, we are at full capacity for the Fall 2021 Workshop. The next workshop is being planned for Spring 2022. You can sign up for updates on the next workshop by filling out the form linked below:
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Workshop goals and organization
This workshop provides an introduction to the taxonomy and diversity of freshwater mussels in Ohio and an overview of field sampling techniques for mussels. It has been developed to provide the foundation for inventories and surveys of mussels in Ohio. Participants will be qualified to conduct Group One surveys and will be prepared to take the Ohio identification test for Mussels (scheduled separately).
The workshop will be held at the Ohio State University Museum of Biological Diversity and will have three components:
- Mussel identification and diversity led by Michael Hoggarth, Professor, Otterbein University and co-author of “Freshwater Mussels of Ohio”
- Field techniques led by Greg Zimmerman, Enviroscience; Megan Michael, ODOT; and Kyla Maunz, ODNR
- Regulatory Issues led by John Navarro, ODNR and Angela Boyer, USFWS
The field techniques component will include hands-on sampling of a local waterway. Participants should bring their own boots or waders but need no other field supplies.
Other logistical details
Registration is $400. Costs include course materials, breakfast and coffee every morning, and a box lunch for the first day and the field day. Lunch on the other 2 days is on your own—a list of nearby spots will be shared.
Questions? Reach out to Meg Daly daly.66@osu.edu
The MBD is located at 1315 Kinnear Road. It is on the west side of campus, between Rt 33 and Rt 315 (see map). There is parking out front, but you will need a permit—please request this option when you register or contact us PRIOR to the workshop if you did not select this option at registration but will be driving. There are many food options nearby—Kroger and Whole Foods markets, fast food, and great local spots for meals. We’ll share an updated list with the welcome packet.
Hotels near the Museum of Biological Diversity
These are the places closest to the Museum. Columbus has a lot of other hotel options and a thriving AirBnB market. Prices per night typically vary depending on amenities and on the time of booking but are generally in the $100-$200 range.
- Aloft Columbus University District 1295 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43212•(614) 294-7500
- The Blackwell Inn 2110 Tuttle Park Pl, Columbus, OH 43210•(614) 247-4000
- Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU 780 Yard St, Columbus, OH 43212•(614) 453-4420
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/OSU 1576 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43221•(614) 488-1500
- Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU 795 Yard St, Columbus, OH 43212•(614) 280-1234
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott OSU 1421 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43212•(614) 297-9912
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU 1640 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43221•(614) 486-5433
