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Moose have played a significant role in Manitoba’s history from a cultural, social and economic perspective. However, beginning in the early to mid 1990s, the provincial population (excluding Riding Mountain National Park) has dropped significantly to what is now the lowest overall population since the early 1980s. This decline is attributed to uncontrolled hunting, predation and disease, which has subsequently resulted in a conservation closure (no hunting) for three game hunting areas in western Manitoba and a partial closure in eastern areas. Understanding moose biology at all levels is essential if the species is to be recovered to a point where traditional anthropogenic uses can be accommodated, and where they can sustain the impacts of predation, diseases and natural mortality (old age). Over the years, Dr. Crichton has become recognized as an international authority on moose biology and management and the focus of his presentation will be on biology and management of this fascinating animal.