5th International Conference of the American Cetacean Society
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the 15th ACS International Conference?
The conference begins November 11, Friday evening with a welcome reception; we will host full day session on Saturday and Sunday, November 12 & 13. We are always excited about the pre-conference field trip on Friday, too.
What does the conference consist of?
ACS’s International Conference is a highly respected gathering of scientists, educators, conservationists, students, hobbyists – anyone with an interest in cetaceans and their ocean environment. Activities include speaker sessions with world-renowned experts, a poster session for students working on cetacean-related projects, a photography contest, and a whale-watching field trip held on Friday.
The 2016 speaker lineup is still in the works, but to get an idea, you can review past programs on the ACS website at http://acsonline.org/education/conference/.
I’m a student and would like to submit an abstract for the poster session. Where can I get more information?
Details about our Poster Session and Student Research Poster Contest can be found here: http://acsconference.weebly.com/poster-session.html
What is this year’s conference theme?
ACS is celebrating its 50th Anniversary as the world’s oldest whale conservation organization. This year, we will reflect back at whale conservation and research history, and look forward to the innovations that are rapidly changing what we know about our world’s whales.
Do you need to be a scientist or professional to attend?
No! Everyone is welcome. ACS prides itself on being a bridge between science and the public. The speakers will be respected researchers, conservationists and educators. Anyone with a sincere interest in cetaceans and the ocean environment will be able to enjoy and learn from the many programs at the conference.
The 2016 speaker lineup is still in the works, but to get an idea, you can review past programs on the ACS website at http://acsonline.org/education/conference/.
Where will the conference be held?
We are thrilled to be hosting our conference, once again, at the Embassy Suites, Monterey Bay, in Seaside, CA. The venue is just two blocks from the beach, located at 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, California 93955.
What is the hotel’s conference rate?
Embassy Suites by Hilton features beautiful and spacious suites, a free full-service breakfast, complimentary Happy Hour, and so much more! The event’s special rate is just $199 a night.
Click here to make your reservation!
A block of rooms has been reserved for November 10, 2016 - November 14, 2016. The special room rate will be available until October 13th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
You may also call the hotel directly at (831) 393-1115 and give them the following information:
Group Name: AMERICAN CETACEAN SOCIETY
Group Code: AM6
If I can’t make the whole conference, can I attend for just one day?
Yes, single-day and half-day tickets are also available. You also can buy tickets for the field trips
or the Saturday night banquet without attending the entire conference.
Will this FAQ be Updated?
Yes. It will be updated as more information becomes available.
Will there be a conference tee-shirt?
You bet! We will update the page shortly with details and pre-order information.
Is there an email list?
If you’re already an ACS member, you’ll get email updates. If not, the best way to stay up-to-date (and
get a discount on the conference) is by joining ACS at http://acsonline.org/shop-acs/become-amember/.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the 15th ACS International Conference?
The conference begins November 11, Friday evening with a welcome reception; we will host full day session on Saturday and Sunday, November 12 & 13. We are always excited about the pre-conference field trip on Friday, too.
What does the conference consist of?
ACS’s International Conference is a highly respected gathering of scientists, educators, conservationists, students, hobbyists – anyone with an interest in cetaceans and their ocean environment. Activities include speaker sessions with world-renowned experts, a poster session for students working on cetacean-related projects, a photography contest, and a whale-watching field trip held on Friday.
The 2016 speaker lineup is still in the works, but to get an idea, you can review past programs on the ACS website at http://acsonline.org/education/conference/.
I’m a student and would like to submit an abstract for the poster session. Where can I get more information?
Details about our Poster Session and Student Research Poster Contest can be found here: http://acsconference.weebly.com/poster-session.html
What is this year’s conference theme?
ACS is celebrating its 50th Anniversary as the world’s oldest whale conservation organization. This year, we will reflect back at whale conservation and research history, and look forward to the innovations that are rapidly changing what we know about our world’s whales.
Do you need to be a scientist or professional to attend?
No! Everyone is welcome. ACS prides itself on being a bridge between science and the public. The speakers will be respected researchers, conservationists and educators. Anyone with a sincere interest in cetaceans and the ocean environment will be able to enjoy and learn from the many programs at the conference.
The 2016 speaker lineup is still in the works, but to get an idea, you can review past programs on the ACS website at http://acsonline.org/education/conference/.
Where will the conference be held?
We are thrilled to be hosting our conference, once again, at the Embassy Suites, Monterey Bay, in Seaside, CA. The venue is just two blocks from the beach, located at 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, California 93955.
What is the hotel’s conference rate?
Embassy Suites by Hilton features beautiful and spacious suites, a free full-service breakfast, complimentary Happy Hour, and so much more! The event’s special rate is just $199 a night.
Click here to make your reservation!
A block of rooms has been reserved for November 10, 2016 - November 14, 2016. The special room rate will be available until October 13th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
You may also call the hotel directly at (831) 393-1115 and give them the following information:
Group Name: AMERICAN CETACEAN SOCIETY
Group Code: AM6
If I can’t make the whole conference, can I attend for just one day?
Yes, single-day and half-day tickets are also available. You also can buy tickets for the field trips
or the Saturday night banquet without attending the entire conference.
Will this FAQ be Updated?
Yes. It will be updated as more information becomes available.
Will there be a conference tee-shirt?
You bet! We will update the page shortly with details and pre-order information.
Is there an email list?
If you’re already an ACS member, you’ll get email updates. If not, the best way to stay up-to-date (and
get a discount on the conference) is by joining ACS at http://acsonline.org/shop-acs/become-amember/.