[SEMCO] SWAMP THINGS - 11 March 2016

[Christine Odiaga]

 <http://swcssnec.org/winter>

SWAMP THINGS - Installation and Restoration of Temporary Wetland Crossings
11 MARCH 2016 (Friday) - Sturbridge MA - swcssnec.org/winter

The Southern New England Chapter of the Soil & Water Conservation Society
is holding its 2016 Winter Conference, SWAMP THINGS, at the Publick House
Historic Inn -- conveniently located <2 miles from the intersection of I-90
and I-84 in Sturbridge, MA.

Timber “swamp” mats have been used for decades by forestry and linear
energy projects to facilitate low-impact, temporary equipment access across
wetlands and waterways; composite material products emerged more recently;
installation methods and other project elements are changing in response.
Meanwhile, federal, state and local regulations governing temporary wetland
crossings in southern New England have evolved.  Requirements for the same
project may vary by location.

SWAMP THINGS will bring together regional experts in the fields of energy
transmission management, wetland crossing construction and the various
levels of environmental regulation to describe how wetland crossings are
designed, permitted, constructed and restored.  Manufacturers and suppliers
of timber and composite mat systems will exhibit and promote their products
as solutions to access issues.  The program will provide a forum for the
exchange of ideas, concerns and solutions.
The conference includes a Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment
Control® (CPESC) Review session.

SWAMP THINGS will deliver A LOT OF MUCK FOR THE BUCK - - a topic of broad
relevance, a solid array of speakers and LOW FEES ($35-$65) including a
GROUP DISCOUNT for non-members.

Please check out the information posted on our website:

   - SWAMP THINGS home page:  swcssnec.org/winter
   - tri-fold flyer:
   http://swcssnec.org/wp-content/uploads/SWAMP-THINGS-brochure.pdf
   - brochure:
   http://swcssnec.org/wp-content/uploads/SWAMP-THINGS-brochure_long.pdf


To register, go to https://swamp-things.eventbrite.com

Feel free to contact me if you need more information.  Happy New Year
– Christine

Christine A. Odiaga, CPESC
Executive Director, SWCS Southern New England Chapter
info at swcssnec.org - (774) 702-7526 - www.swcssnec.org
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