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The 16th International Grouse Symposium

Time 31. Aug 2026 – 04. Sep 2026 Add to calendar
Location Hamar
Type Conferences and seminars
Organized Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology
Grouse in a white mountain landscape, surrounded by rocks and snow

From Monday, 31 August to Friday, 4 September, the Scandic Hamar will host leading researchers, conservationists, and grouse enthusiasts from around the world.

Throughout the week, the program will feature presentations, poster sessions, and a field trip for all participants to Finnskogen. One day will be dedicated specifically to grouse research and conservation from a Nordic perspective.

We are proud to announce our keynote speakers:

  • Kathy Martin (University of British Columbia)
  • Michael A. Schroeder (Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife)
  • Erlend Birkeland Nilsen (Nord University and NINA)

Following the symposium, two optional post-conference field excursions will be offered to Jotunheimen and Lierne.

Wildlife Biology Journal will be the scientific outlet for the symposium.

Organiser

Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology and Norwegian Institute for Nature Research
Published Apr. 29, 2026 2:24 PM - Last modified Apr. 29, 2026 2:24 PM