These Events are wetland related offered by other organizations, listed chronologically by date. They may provide a good opportunity for continued education and therefore VAWS wanted to make you aware of them. Look at the VAWS Hosted Events, as some events are free to VAWS Members!
9:30am - Field trips to naturalist sites around the Mad River Watershed
12pm - Lunch at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield
1pm - Family friendly activities at / near Lareau Farm - more details to come!
Join Vermont Master Naturalists for a walk along a well maintained boardwalk near Lawson’s
Finest Liquids to examine a lively wetland ecosystem. We will discuss the plants and animals we find as well as the various disturbances - human and animal - that have influenced the area. This walk is suitable for all abilities although if it rains heavily beforehand a portion of the boardwalk may have standing water. Suggested donation to cover lunch costs $20.00
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Dates: September 29th - October 3rd: $1175.00
Join Vermont State University for a 5-day Wetlands Delineation training based in Williston Vermont. Taking place in the classroom and in the field, participants will spend 40 hours working with field experts to explore the ins and outs of Vermont-based wetlands. With a focus on wetland hydrology; hydric soils; hydric vegetation; wetland development; and current Vermont regulations, participants will complete field practical's and demonstrate knowledge of soil and plant identification, and wetland delineation in accordance with the ACOE Field Delineation Manual. The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division has approved this training for four (4) Soils and one (1) Non-Soils credits for Wastewater and Potable Supply Designers Continuing Education (a total of 5 CEUs). Registered participants will also be signed up for a VAWS year-long membership for the following calendar year.