State of the Department of Defense Partners in Flight Program IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 State of the Department of Defense Partners in Flight Program Richard Fischer, PhD U.S. Army Engineer R&D Center Vicksburg, Mississippi

DoD Partners in Flight History IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 1991: DoDPIF was initiated under the vision of Joe Hautzenroder, DoD PIF Coordinator, U.S. Navy. Jacqueline Schafer, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, I&E, signed the MOA to participate in a Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Committee for the Navy, on behalf of DoD. This MOA is referred to as the PIF Federal Agency MOA. Ms. Schafer appointed Joe as the liaison for the Navy and DoD to the MOA. 1997: Under Joe’s direction, Chris Eberly was hired as the DoD PIF Program Manager, with annual funding from the DoD Legacy Resource Management Program. Peter Boice, OSD, has provided program support from the DoD HQ level. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight Mission Statement IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 To sustain and enhance the military testing, training, and safety mission through proactive, habitat-based management strategies that maintain healthy landscapes and training lands. This mission support is conducted while working simultaneously to develop cooperative programs and projects with PIF partner organizations ensuring a focused and coordinated approach for the conservation of resident and migratory birds and their habitats. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoDPIF A Focus on the Mission and Military Preparedness IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoDPIF A Focus on the Mission and Military Preparedness The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight Timeline IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 1997-2014: For the past 17 years, Chris Eberly worked in a full-time capacity as the DoD PIF Program Leader The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight Timeline IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 1997-2014: For the past 17 years, Chris Eberly worked in a full-time capacity as the DoD PIF Program Leader Joe Hautzenroder has excelled as the DoD PIF Program Manager 1999: DoDPIF Representatives were selected to act as the DoD PIF WG, with the notion that Reps would perform critical tasks in support of Chris and DoDPIF 2001: National Reps meetings began and were held annually, under the direction of Chris and Joe, except for 2013. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight Timeline IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight Timeline Feb 2014: Chris announced his resignation and moved to a new job in TX effective 1 September. He remained as the DoD PIF National Tech Rep through 30 Aug. Mar 2014: A subset of WG Reps worked together to discuss options for carrying DoDPIF forward in Chris’ absence Mar 2014: NMFWA Bird Conservation breakout to discuss options Maintain current structure under OSD Form a new Migratory Birds WG under NMFWA Mar 2014: OSD pledged support for maintaining current DoDPIF structure with modest funding allocated to support a part-time coordinator The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight – WG Leadership IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight – WG Leadership National Program Coordinator Rich Fischer National Program Representative Joe Hautzenroder DoD Conservation/Natural Resources Peter Boice, Alyson Dalsimer Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

So Who Exactly Are We? IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 I believe we are a tight group of natural resources professionals passionate about the conservation of birds and their habitats on DoD lands (and beyond). We exist because we care about birds, the mission, and helping to support the troops that rely on realistic training environments. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Bird Conservation Priorities IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Bird Conservation Priorities Mission Support Partnerships/Cooperation Communication of Guidance and Policies Habitat and Species Management Bird/Animal Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Monitoring Research Information and Education Stewardship DoD PIF Strategic Plan – 2009 revision Mission Support Partnerships/Cooperation Communication of Guidance and Policies Habitat and Species Management Bird/animal Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Monitoring Research Information and Education Stewardship

National Program Coordinator Duties IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 The National DoD PIF National Program Coordinator who is funded by DoD to provide technical support and expertise regarding migratory bird issues, coordinates inputs from National Reps, and is charged by the DoD Natural Resources Program to: Collect/compile relevant technical information; Monitor trends; Distribute DoD approved information to all interested and appropriate stakeholders; and Serve as a resource center for relevant technical information and materials. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

(per the Strategic Plan) National Program Coordinator Duties (per the Strategic Plan) IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 The National Program Coordinator carries out these duties by: Coordinating with the appropriate Military Department Secretariat Staff to collect and distribute information in support of DoD approved taskers Providing DoD approved presentations, when directed, on technical migratory bird information at regional conferences, workshops, and webinars; and Providing technical assistance to DoD natural resources professionals, when directed by DoD and coordinated through the appropriate Military Department Secretariat Staff. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

What I Actually Do IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 Develop and Provide Technical and Subject Matter Expertise to the Services and installations Implement the Strategic Plan Coordinate Representative Activities and request assistance for various tasks, projects, SME, etc. Review and rank bird-related Legacy pre- and full-proposals Plan and implement the annual DoD PIF meeting Lead the DoD Internal Migratory Bird Working Group Lead the DoD/USFWS Mig Bird Working Group Facilitate the transfer of information, tools, technology, and other deliverables to the field Develop a Strategic Monitoring Plan for DoD Assist with developing Statements of Need for Legacy, SERDP, and ESTCP The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

Additional Coordinator Activities IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 Additional Coordinator Activities Web Site – www.dodpif.org Webinar Series - facilitate presentations, with Chris Petersen coordinating DCO connection Listserve (DODPIF-L) Photo Library Shutterfly account coordinated by: Paul Block, NAVFAC LANT, Tim Burr Birds of North America Online (BNA) Education/Outreach Materials Participation in partnerships/initiatives Legacy project administration (bird-related projects) Facilitate DoD PIF Rep communication

(per the Strategic Plan) DoD PIF Representatives (per the Strategic Plan) IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 As part of DoD’s Natural Resources Program, DoD has established an ad hoc network of subject matter experts who provide technical information in support of migratory bird management on DoD lands The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

(per the Strategic Plan) DoDPIF Representatives (per the Strategic Plan) IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 Provide Military Service natural resources managers with information and tools to address the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats in support of INRMP development and implementation both by responding to NRM queries and by providing relevant information (e.g., webinars, articles, reports, studies) via listserv. Provide proactive, science-based conservation and management strategies and subject matter expertise to appropriate stakeholders when called upon. The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

(per the Strategic Plan) DoDPIF Representatives (per the Strategic Plan) IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 Increase awareness, involvement, and communication among natural resources managers and others within DoD (e.g., via listserv, websites, training webinars). Present technical migratory bird information to national and regional conferences/workshops/webinars. Inform OSD and Military Service leadership about current migratory bird conservation issues, goals, and objectives (e.g., through presentations to the DoD Conservation Committee). The use of Air-to-Ground ordnance, tracked vehicles, ship-to-shore ordnance, and amphibious assault maneuvers tend to take a toll on the environment.

DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives Northeast Region Jeff Bolsinger (NY, VT, PA) John Joyce (NJ, DE, MA, CT, RI, ME, NH) Southeast Region Kyle Rambo (MD, WV, KY) Michael Wright (VA) Alan Schultz (NC, SC, TN) Greg Fleming (GA, FL, AL, MS) VACANT (TX, OK, AR, LA) Midwest Region Vacant (MO, IL, IN, WI, MI, OH) Jeff Keating (KS, NE, SD, ND, MN, IA) Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives Western Region John Haddix (AK) Vacant (WA, OR) Vacant (CO, WY, MT) Tiffany Shepherd (CA) Gary Cottle (NV, ID) John Arnett (AZ) Robbie Knight (UT) Frans Juola (HI) Trish Cutler (NM, w. TX) Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight - Representatives U.S. Marine Corps Diane Walsh (Western Installations) Vacant (Eastern Installations) Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives HQ U.S. Marine Corps Vacant HQ U.S. Navy Tammy Conkle HQ U.S. Army Maj. John Mire HQ U.S. Air Force Julie Jeter Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives Research and Monitoring Rich Fischer BASH Vacant (Matt Klope) Education and Outreach Bob Schallmann Renewable Energy Working Group Chuck Carroll NEPA Template Working Group Greg Fleming Invasive Species Dana Bradshaw Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight – WG Representatives DoD Mission-sensitive Priority Species Jay Rubinoff NMFWA Liaison John Haddix Seabirds/West Coast WG Bob Schallmann INRMP Update WG Tiffany Shepherd DoD PIF Rep Emeritus Tim Burr DoD PIF Photo Librarian Paul Block Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners in Flight – USFWS Liaisons IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners in Flight – USFWS Liaisons National/MBTA Eric Kershner/Lesley Kordella Endangered Species Lew Gorman Sikes Act Jarry Kosa Structurally, the DoD Partners in Flight program follows the national PIF initiative. We have four regional working groups, with representatives from various installations making sure we have contact with each installation in every region. We have a number of technical working groups to address national and DoD-specific bird conservation priorities. The DoD PIF Representatives meeting annually for a planning workshop to map DoD’s bird conservation strategy for the coming year. We are a very close bunch of fellows at times, although I have to admit I don’t always understand this behavior.

DoD Partners In Flight Program IOC Brazil - Aug 2010 DoD Partners In Flight Program Everything within DoD PIF works toward helping NR mgrs manage their resources in support of the military mission. * PARTNERSHIPS - w/in DoD, USFWS, other Fed and State agencies, NGO’s, etc. * Conserve high priority species/habitats to PREVENT future listing on federal T&E list. * Support BASH efforts throughout DoD. * Identify priority habitats & incorporate mgmt recommendations into installation Integrated Natural Resource Mgmt Plans. * NR staff must usually comply with legal mandates, and cannot spend time on “stewardship” species. The DoD PIF program provides that “consulting” service. * We focus on landscape-level goals, “beyond the fence” integration through ecosystem management. * The common theme is to use PARTNERSHIPS and the BEST AVAILABLE SCIENCE to protect biodiversity. www.dodpif.org