American Society of Reclamation Sciences - ASRS

09/07/2024

Our first Virtual Round Table is in 48 hours. We hope you'll participate in at least one of our round table sessions as we update our strategic plan in the coming months. Sign up at the links in the post below!

03/07/2024

The first Round Table is one week from tomorrow. We hope you'll join us!

01/07/2024

ASRS Round Tables – we want to hear from you!

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences (ASRS) is preparing to update the strategic plan we adopted in 2018. We are currently in the assessment stage of planning and we want your feedback!

To gather input from our members and other stakeholders, we will be hosting at least three virtual round table discussions on the following dates:
July 11 at 12:00 pm Central
August 5 at 10:00 am Central
August 27 at 3:00 pm Central

Topics of discussion will include:
• Strengths of ASRS
• What do you hope to gain from an ASRS membership?
• What opportunities exist for ASRS that we’re not taking advantage of?

There will also be an open session at the end of each round table meeting for participants to introduce their own topics.

Our updated strategic plan will be strongest if we hear from as many ASRS stakeholders as we can. Please plan to join us for one, two, or all three of the round table discussions by registering at the links below:

July 11, 12:00-1:30 pm Central: https://fass-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtcOChqjIuGdTCZefi7Y8G0_1ZzmaLqvis

August 5, 10:00-11:30 am Central: https://fass-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdeisrzkvG9DO6QteaVVNf44CE16vK2sR

August 27, 3:00-4:30 pm Central: https://fass-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqceupqjMiE9x6nkhDwcTXDwFWSeS1KA6-

06/06/2024

That's a wrap, folks! Today was the last day of technical talks for the Annual Meeting, with a post-conference tour to the Copper Basin planned for tomorrow.

This event would not be possible without our amazing sponsors and exhibitors! Thank you to:

Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Peabody Energy
Abnova Ecological Solutions, LLC
Albemarle Corporation
Brierley Associates Corporation
EARTHRES
PureWest Energy
Morgan Companies, Inc.
Conservation Legacy
Costmine Intelligence
Truax Company, Inc.
Full Circle Mushroom Compost
Williams Forestry & Associates
BKS Environmental Associates, Inc.

We hope to see you all in Butte, MT for the 42nd Annual Meeting of ASRS June 1-5, 2025!

29/05/2024

We're just a few days away from the 41st Annual Meeting of the ASRS!

During the Student Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, this year's ASRS Memorial Scholarships will be presented. This year's winners are:

PhD level: Anna Vietmeier (Duquesne University)
Masters level: Aliching Marma (Ohio University)
Bachelors level: Scotland Souders (Oklahoma State University)

https://www.asrs.us/student-awards/

👏 Congratulations to all our winners! 🎉

There's still time to support our student awards through the ASRS silent auction. Donations can be brought to the registration desk in Knoxville. https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/silent-auction/

23/05/2024

The Annual Meeting of ASRS is just 10 days away! Each year, on the first full day of our conference, we honor the year's winners of our major Society awards. Please join us in congratulating this year's winners! 👏 The winners of this year's awards are:

William T. Plass Award: Dr. Zhenqi Hu
Richard I. and Lela M. Barnhisel Reclamation Researcher Award: Dr. Jenise Bauman
Reclamationist of the Year: Michael French
Early Career in Reclamation: Dr. Michael Curran
Pioneer in Reclamation: Rick Williams
Distinction in Reclamation: The Coteau Properties Company
Distinction in Reclamation: Jonah Energy LLC
Distinction in Reclamation: Peabody Energy/Kayenta Mine

https://www.asrs.us/society-awards/

Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for this year's awards!

There's still time to register for the and join us in Knoxville, TN June 2-6. Details can be found at: https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/

03/05/2024

The Annual Meeting of ASRS in Knoxville is now less than a month away! Please consider supporting our student members by donating items for our silent auction.

**All proceeds from the silent auction go toward supporting student scholarships, travel grants, presentation awards, and engagement activities.

For more details on this year's silent auction and contact information, please visit:

Consider donating an item to the silent auction held in conjunction with the annual meeting this year in Knoxville, Tennessee.

29/04/2024

Be sure to register for the 2024 Joint Meeting of ASRS and ARRI! Early registration rates end tomorrow, April 30. Rates will increase after that point.

Visit our conference website for more information on the conference and a link to registration.

22/04/2024

Kelsea Green and other ASRS representatives are tabling at the joint WV Mine Drainage Task Force and International Mine Water Association meeting in Morgantown this week. Stop by and see us if you're around!

15/03/2024

Abstracts for oral presentations at the 2024 Joint Meeting of ASRS and ARRI are due by midnight tonight!

To find information on abstract preparation and to submit your abstract, visit our conference website at: https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/

We look forward to seeing you in Knoxville!

05/03/2024

Attention Students and Mentors!

The deadline for submitting ASRS Memorial Scholarship applications has been extended. Applications will be accepted through March 18, 2024. One scholarship is awarded at each academic level (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral).

A complete application will include:
• Completed application form
• Letter from applicant outlining education and career goals
• Transcripts
• Resume/CV
• Three reference letters

More details on the Memorial Scholarships and application form and procedures can be found at: https://www.asrs.us/student-awards/ . Application packages should be submitted to Dr. Barry Stewart at [email protected].

Justine McCann is a second-year PhD student with the Center for Restoration of Ecosystems and Watersheds at the University of Oklahoma. She has a bachelor’s degree in geoscience from Penn State University and a master’s in environmental science from the University of Oklahoma. Her master’s res...

29/02/2024

The abstract submission deadline for the 2024 Joint Meeting of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences and the Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative in Knoxville, Tennessee, has been extended by two weeks. Abstracts for oral presentations, poster presentations, and videos will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. (central) on Friday, March 15, 2024.

All conference information, including abstract preparation and submission details, can be found at https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/ . We look forward to seeing you all in Knoxville in June!

26/02/2024

This is the week to get in those abstracts, nominations, and applications for the Joint Meeting of ASRS and ARRI being held in Knoxville, TN this June 2-5! Information for all submissions, as well as meeting details can be found at: https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/

Due March 1 - Abstracts for oral presentations, poster presentations, and reclamation-related films. For more information, visit: https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/call-for-abstracts/

Due February 29 - ASRS major awards nominations. For more information, visit: https://www.asrs.us/2024-conference/call-for-awards/ . Nominations should be submitted to Paul Griswold at [email protected]

Due March 1 - Memorial scholarship applications. For more information, visit: https://www.asrs.us/student-awards/ . Applications should be submitted to Barry Stewart at [email protected]

15/02/2024

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14/12/2023

Howdy folks!, It's awards nomination season. As we begin preparing for the 2024 annual meeting , please see the announcement below for ASRS award nominations. If you have any questions, please get ahold of the Awards Chair Paul Griswold [email protected]

06/12/2023

The SME is a great resource to gather contacts, network and learn! be sure to get in on this early bird rate.

MINEXCHANGE + You:
✅ Deepen the knowledge you need to accomplish your goals.
✅ Cultivate professional relationships that build a full career.
✅ Advance an industry meeting society’s needs responsibly and sustainably.
Register now for best conference pricing here: https://bit.ly/3PZiFuW

06/12/2023

Happy National Miners Day to all those in the industry.
Have you thought about a career in mining? be sure to checkout the Job Posting Links on the ASRS web page.
https://www.asrs.us/career-opportunities/

https://blog.dol.gov/2023/12/05/national-miners-day

We honor the contributions of miners past and present as well as recommit to making mining workplaces safer and healthier.

19/10/2023

Our friends with the West Virginia Mine Drainage Task Force and the International Mine Water Association are holding a joint conference in Morgantown, WV in April 2024.

Abstracts are due October 31 - less than two weeks away! For more information, please visit:

Hot topics to be discussed during the Conference Mine Drainage Control Imple­ment­ing effec­tive mine drainage con­trol is essen­tial to pre­vent envi­ron­men­tal harm and ensure sus­tain­able min­ing prac­tices. Passive Treatment Innovations Pas­sive treat­ment inno­va­tions use na...

16/10/2023

GSA Connects!

Come see ASRS Representatives Green and Dan Guy to asnwer all of your ASRS questions and get some swag to support our Student Scholarship fund!

27/09/2023

Election season! The ASRS is looking to elect the newest generation of NEC members to replace those that are outgoing. The available positions are: Incoming President, NEC Delegate, and Early Career Professional Representative. If you are interested in putting your hat in the running for an ASRS elected position, please get ahold of us by sending a message here or contacting mailto:[email protected]

07/08/2023

This is sure to be a great webinar to chime in to!

New episode drops today!

Learn more about the people and processes behind seed cleaning & storage in our newest episode in the series Native Seeds: Supplying Restoration at ser-insr.org/native-seed-film

SER-INSR is hosting a webinar on August 31, to discuss the production of the nine-part video series from both a scientific and cinematographic perspective and share stories of this incredible journey. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_udUQcJ5bQgaeGDZWSWHM_A #/registration

Want to get involved? Join the INSR by visiting https://ser-insr.org/take-action.

Image credit: Holden Films | holdenfilms.org

07/06/2023

Good morning everyone, be sure to check out the morning technical session topics in rooms 410a-b followed by the student awards lunch, including the winners from the poster session last evening!

07/06/2023

Did anyone learn anything in our water management session to be able to handle this minor flooding issue? How about that storm Boise!

05/06/2023

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American Society of Reclamation Sciences posted images on LinkedIn

05/06/2023

Go check out one of our vendors Voss Signs

05/06/2023

Welcome exhibitors, students, engineers, regulators, professionals, amateurs, and learners! The exhibitors welcome social kicks off the meeting tonight. If you take photos please use the hashtag so we can track your photos!

24/05/2023

Lets congratulate our 2023 Society Awards Winners. Come join us in Boise in less than 2 weeks to congratulate them!

15/05/2023

Early Bird Registration EXTENDED!, Hurry and get registered for the Boise event, and get early bird pricing! Ends May 19th

The 40th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences (formerly the American Society of Mining & Reclamation) will provide an amazing opportunity for your company or organization to interface with reclamation professionals and those who influence decisions about the purchase of pro...

15/05/2023

It is not too late to register for the Life of Mine – Maintaining Sustainability Through Geoscience online Symposium, May 15, 17, 18, 22, 24, which gets under way on Monday May 15 - https://www.minesymposium.org/. It is an event not to be missed if you are interested or working in sustainable mining. You can download the technical Program which includes all key note and general talk abstracts from https://www.minesymposium.org/symposium-program or view the attached technical schedule extract from the Program. You can register at https://www.minesymposium.org/registration. NOTE: Even if you register late you can view recordings of the event at your convenience of sessions or talks you may have missed in the live event.

07/04/2023

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!

LOG ON NOW TO GET REGISTERED FOR THE BOISE ANNUAL MEETING!

https://www.asrs.us/2023-conference/

USE THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK YOUR HOTEL AT A SPECIAL GROUP RATE:

https://www.asrs.us/2023-conference/hotel/

WE ARE ALSO STILL LOOKING FOR SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS.