Keynote Speaker
Dr Ian Singleton, OBE, is a former Zookeeper, having worked with a variety of different species at Whipsnade and Edinburgh zoos in the UK before becoming the orangutan keeper at Jersey Zoo, in the British Channel islands, in 1989. There he oversaw the construction of Jersey’s new orangutan islands enclosure, moving the orangutans in to the new exhibit in 1994. Ian later left the zoo world to study wild orangutans in the swamp forests of Aceh, Sumatra, for a PhD with the University of Kent, in Canterbury, UK, and in 2001 founded the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) based in Medan, North Sumatra, which he still oversees on behalf of the Indonesian NGO, Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari, and its Swiss-based supporter, PanEco Foundation. Today the SOCP is active in all aspects of orangutan conservation in Sumatra, including rescue, reintroduction, research and habitat protection, and also in a unique new project, the Orangutan Haven, to accommodate orangutans that cannot be released to the wild. The Orangutan Haven will be a major asset for education and recreation in the region. In recognition of his contribution to the environment and conservation Ian was honoured with the award of an OBE in 2020 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Registration
Registration Now Open for the 2024 Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop!
Calling all orangutan champions! We're thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2024 Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in sunny Fresno, California!
Full Registration - $250
Daily Registration - $50 ($100 on banquet day)
Virtual Registration - $60 (8-5pm PST)
This year's workshop promises to be an enriching experience for everyone dedicated to the well-being of these magnificent creatures. Join fellow orangutan care professionals and conservationists for a week of:
Register today! Visit our website for more information and registration details:
https://fresnochaffeezoo.org/2024-ossp-conference/
We look forward to seeing you in Fresno!
Call For Presenters!
Looking to share your experiences and knowledge to advance orangutan welfare collectively? Submit to become a presenter
Hotel
Doubletree by Hilton
2233 Ventura Street, Fresno, CA 93721
559-268-1000
Room rate is $172.00 per night for Standard, King or Double
*Price of room includes breakfast for 2 in the restaurant
Hotel reservations must be made by August 4, 2024 to receive this group rate.
Dr Ian Singleton, OBE, is a former Zookeeper, having worked with a variety of different species at Whipsnade and Edinburgh zoos in the UK before becoming the orangutan keeper at Jersey Zoo, in the British Channel islands, in 1989. There he oversaw the construction of Jersey’s new orangutan islands enclosure, moving the orangutans in to the new exhibit in 1994. Ian later left the zoo world to study wild orangutans in the swamp forests of Aceh, Sumatra, for a PhD with the University of Kent, in Canterbury, UK, and in 2001 founded the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) based in Medan, North Sumatra, which he still oversees on behalf of the Indonesian NGO, Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari, and its Swiss-based supporter, PanEco Foundation. Today the SOCP is active in all aspects of orangutan conservation in Sumatra, including rescue, reintroduction, research and habitat protection, and also in a unique new project, the Orangutan Haven, to accommodate orangutans that cannot be released to the wild. The Orangutan Haven will be a major asset for education and recreation in the region. In recognition of his contribution to the environment and conservation Ian was honoured with the award of an OBE in 2020 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Registration
Registration Now Open for the 2024 Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop!
Calling all orangutan champions! We're thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2024 Orangutan SSP Husbandry Workshop at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in sunny Fresno, California!
Full Registration - $250
Daily Registration - $50 ($100 on banquet day)
Virtual Registration - $60 (8-5pm PST)
This year's workshop promises to be an enriching experience for everyone dedicated to the well-being of these magnificent creatures. Join fellow orangutan care professionals and conservationists for a week of:
- Cutting-edge presentations on the challenges and latest advancements in orangutan health, enrichment, and conservation.
- Engaging workshops to share best practices and innovative approaches to orangutan care.
- Valuable networking opportunities to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and build lasting collaborations.
- A chance to explore the beautiful Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Register today! Visit our website for more information and registration details:
https://fresnochaffeezoo.org/2024-ossp-conference/
We look forward to seeing you in Fresno!
Call For Presenters!
Looking to share your experiences and knowledge to advance orangutan welfare collectively? Submit to become a presenter
Hotel
Doubletree by Hilton
2233 Ventura Street, Fresno, CA 93721
559-268-1000
Room rate is $172.00 per night for Standard, King or Double
*Price of room includes breakfast for 2 in the restaurant
Hotel reservations must be made by August 4, 2024 to receive this group rate.