The international game biologists meeting in Brussels 26-29 August, provided useful insights into European issues and solutions.  One is always reminded that living in Europe for more centuries with more people places more impacts on widlife and people than we face in the US and Canada.  More problems means more intensity, more private initiatives, and slightly different adaptive approaches.   There are many similarities: energy demands and impacts, climate changes, human and wildlife conflicts, interests in hunting, angling, and wildlife generally, and the need to find a willingness (spirit) before a way (policies, practices and products).  Funding for conservation is a problem everywhere. Our Congress will benefit from their experiences.

Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies meeting in Portland 8-12 September revealed similar issues in the US and Canada.  Explored many ways for participants and their agencies and organizations to be part of the Congress.

We are moving toward a general launch of the Congress once we get a few more themes, facilators, and finances in place.  Add your inputs to the mix. Not giving suggestions means a missed opportunity.