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Invertebrates in Education and Conservation Conference (IECC)
(Formerly Invertebrates in Captivity Conference)
Terrestrial, Freshwater and Marine Invertebrate Husbandry

Educational Programs Using Invertebrates

Insect Zoos, Butterfly Houses and other Invertebrate Exhibitions

Invertebrate Conservation Programs and Issues

Professional Development, Administrative & Regulatory Issues


2009 Invertebrates in Education and Conservation Conference (2009 IECC)
(Formerly Invertebrates in Captivity Conference)
will be held July 28 - August 2 (extended one day)
at the Esplendor Resort in Rio Rico, AZ

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Conference Proceedings (1997 - 2007 and the CD of 1993 - 2002)
SASI’s annual Invertebrates in Education and Conservation Conference (IECC) brings together zoo, aquarium, museum, exhibit design, education professionals and interested general public to share their experiences. Full-day Field Trips on Thursday provide opportunities for those who really want to experience Southern Arizona’s unique diversity. Friday through Sunday features morning Paper Presentations and afternoon Workshops and Field Trips.

The Conference has grown from 70 to 180 participants during its first fifteen years. Each year the Conference expands and refines different aspects of the Program based on participant surveys. Registration fees are kept as low as possible to encourage broad participation. Support from our valuable Sponsors helps to keep fees reasonable.

Click Past Conferences to view the candid photos that show how much fun we have had in the past. Also, please visit our sponsors and exhibitors. They have contributed much to make the Conference a success.

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