"I was so impressed with the conference -- from the quality of the speakers (and participants) to how well organized the tours were."
- Kathleen O’Neill, Coordinator, Muskwa-Kechika Advisory Board, Canada

 "It was the best conference I've been to in ages. Every speaker was excellent - and well chosen for their expertise."
- Carolyn Wild, WILD International, Canada and Australia

"The most organized and interesting conference I have been to for years"
- Pamela Lichtman, Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, USA

" … it was quickly obvious that this was a well-organized, well-planned, well-attended and important gathering … insights proved to be invaluable in a sharing and caring atmosphere."
- Chris Olney, Director of Conservation, The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development, USA

"HUMMA was one of the best conferences I've ever been to …"
- Ralf Buckley, Griffith University, Australia

Quotes from evaluation forms:

- Excellent ideas, speakers and conference structure – well done!

- Facilitators did excellent job. Guidelines for cases really helped produce valuable results.
- Speakers were good, diversity of perspective excellent. I look forward to additional seminars in this series.

- Wonderful conference ... excellent speakers. Overwhelming expertise in relevant areas.

- Efficient registration and very friendly organizers.

- Relevant topics, great opportunities for interaction and networking.

- Format provided great mix of learning opportunities, also allowed for more opportunities to meet and discuss ideas/projects with others.

 -I loved the personal involvement of everyone. The conference was filled with this kind of enthusiasm and excitement.

- You folks know how to run a conference!

- One of the best exchanges of information on case studies and practice.