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	2003 Westfield River Symposium by Kathy Meyer, WRWA Membership Chair On March 29, the Westfield River Watershed Association (WRWA) will hold its Ninth Annual Westfield River Symposium. "A Look at the Future: Water Resources and Open Space" is the program's theme. Keynote speaker Dick Evans, an environmental attorney from Northampton, will open the program with a provocative look at open space preservation issues entitled "Is Forever Forever?" Following the keynote address, attendees can select from various speakers in the three concurrent sessions that round out the morning. These speakers will share their expertise on specific topics related to open space preservation and water quality. One of the highlights will be the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission's unveiling of a new draft regional open space and recreation plan (OSRP) for the entire Westfield River Watershed. Throughout the morning and between concurrent sessions, attendees can view displays and get information from exhibits of approximately 20 local environmental organizations. Besides checking the great exhibits, the breaks are a chance to network with other people interested in the environment. There will be information on hikes, outings, chances to volunteer, and plan an action packed spring. To fortify participants on their quest for knowledge, the WRWA will supply continental breakfast and snacks though out the morning. Best of all, the food is free of charge, as is the symposium!! In the afternoon, there will be a choice of field trips. At the time of this writing, a tour of the West Parish Filter (Westfield) is confirmed. Another field trip will be added. Those planning to attend the afternoon field trips should bring a bag lunch or plan to have lunch on their own. The symposium will be held at Westfield State College in the Wilson Hall Auditoriums with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. It is sponsored by the Westfield River Watershed Association with support from Winding River Land Conservancy, Westfield State College, Massachusetts Watershed Initiative and Westfield Gas & Electric Company. For further information, call WRWA at 532-7290 or 572-5304.