Join us at the OBFS Annual Meeting
📅 September 15–19, 2025
📍 Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL), Gothic, Colorado
OBFS is thrilled to announce that our 2025 Annual Meeting will be held at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. This year’s gathering promises to be an inspiring and collaborative event, bringing together field station staff, researchers, educators, and partners.
This year's theme is Resilience and Adaptation, Fear, and Triumph (RAFT).
Why Attend?
- Engage with peers and leaders in field station science and management
- Explore cutting-edge research and innovative education programs
- Collaborate on solutions to shared challenges in field station operations
- Experience the stunning alpine ecosystem of RMBL
What to Expect
- Keynote presentations from leading scientists and educators
- Workshops and breakout sessions on topics ranging from data management to DEI initiatives
- Field trips and tours of RMBL’s research sites and facilities
- Networking opportunities in a breathtaking mountain setting
Whether you're a long-time OBFS member or new to the community, this meeting is a chance to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of field-based science.
Meeting Registration & Details
The registration cost is $450 and includes all meals, programming and entertainment from Tuesday dinner through Friday's breakfast.
Registration is now open through the RMBL portal.