Registration is now open! Registration Deadlines: Oct. 30 for presenters, Nov. 10 for other attendees.

NCA SYMPOSIUM

(Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area Symposium)

November 17 - November 18, 2026

at Boise State University

The NCA Symposium showcases research, conservation-based projects, and partnerships associated with the NCA to facilitate interactions and research development with university students, local agencies, NGOs, private corporations, and the general public.

Join us for a two-day symposium of talks, poster presentations, and collaboration focused on the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area (NCA).

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area official BLM sign

REGISTRATION, DATES, & FORMAT

Registration Deadlines:

October 30 - Verbal or poster presenter registration deadline

November 10 - Other attendee registration deadline

Please register as far in advance as possible.

Walk-in attendees are welcome, but registration is vital for planning and is required for those who wish to enjoy refreshments such as the lunch on November 17.

All attendees should check-in at the registration table at the venue when they arrive.

Dates & Format:

Day 1 - November 17, 2026

(Tuesday)

Climbers preparing to drop down a ledge to a Golden Eagle nest

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Verbal presentations, lunch, and poster presentations

Day 2 - November 18, 2026

(Wednesday)

Researchers setting up a point count survey on NCA land

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Verbal presentations and afternoon breakout sessions

See more schedule details on the NCA Symposium Schedule web page.

VENUE

Boise State University Student Union Building

1910 W. University Drive, Boise, ID 83725

Physical Address: 1700 W. University Drive, Boise

Jordan Ballroom

Established in 1947, the Student Union Building (SUB) is Boise State’s multipurpose center for campus life. The Raptor Research Center has generously coordinated use of this convenient venue in Boise.

See more information on the SUB and Boise area amenities on the NCA Symposium Venue web page.