NC State University Stream Restoration Program

This two day workshop provides practical information and field observation opportunities for contractors and construction oversight personnel involved in stream restoration construction. Participants will learn about stream restoration design concepts, in-stream structures, erosion and sediment control, streambank stabilization, and project bidding. Participants will visit an active, large-scale construction project on Shawneehaw Creek to learn about installation of stream restoration structures, stabilization techniques, and vegetation installation. A tour of the Linville River restoration, constructed in 2008, will also allow participants to see a completed project. Members of the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program will be on hand to answer questions. An experienced contractor, North State Environmental, will demonstrate construction techniques and answer questions related to equipment, materials, and project management. A variety of construction plans and bid documents will be available for review and discussion. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

A one-hour comprehensive examination is provided at the end of class for those who wish to receive a certificate of completion from North Carolina State University.

Instructors: Greg Jennings, PhD, PE, Jan Patterson, PE, CPESC, Darrell Westmoreland, Stephen Joyce, Karen Hall, Wyatt Brown, LSS, CPESC

Registration Fee: $925 early bird; $975 regular
Class limited to: 40 participants
Prerequisites:
Professional Development Hours (PDH) approved: 12 PDHs approved for professional engineers (NC)
Date: October 13-14, 2009
Location: Banner Elk, NC

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This two day workshop will combine lecture and instruction on coastal restoration with site visits to innovative research and mitigation sites in eastern North Carolina. The focus of this year’s tour will be on the current rules and practice of headwater stream and valley restoration. Participants will learn about implementation and evaluation of channel relocations, floodplain connections, in-stream structures, streambank stabilization, riparian buffer planting, and habitat enhancements. Instruction will focus on the unique aspects and challenges of coastal restoration, including special recommendations for construction activities. Attendees will benefit from having prior training in stream assessment and restoration design. The class will spend a significant part of their day in coastal wetland environments where appropriate field gear such as rubber boots and bug spray will be needed.

Lead Instructor: Kris Bass, PE

Registration Fee: $475
Class limited to: 32 participants
Prerequisites:
Professional Development Hours (PDH) approved: tba
Date: May 5-6, 2009
Location: Chowan County Ag Center Conference Room, 730 North Granville Street, Edenton, NC 27932

Directions: From US Highway 17 bypass, turn south on highway 32. At the third traffic light, turn right onto Granville Street. The Chowan County Agriculture Center is the first building on the left. The graveled front parking lot entrance is on the left immediately after crossing over the small bridge. Click here for a map.

Suggested Hotel: Hampton Inn Edenton - 115 Hampton Drive, Edenton, NC, 27932; Tel: 252-482-3500

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This one-day course will introduce students to management considerations and techniques used in controlling invasive and exotic vegetation in the riparian setting. This course is focused on riparian areas in the Southeast. Classroom topics will include identification of common invasive and exotic plants, ecological considerations, assessment and pricing, and tools of the trade. Outdoor field demonstrations will show students various techniques used to control nuisance vegetation with some hands-on activities. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Lead Instructor: Karen Hall, NCSU and Lee Patrick, Invasive Plant Control Inc.

Registration Fee: $185
Class limited to: 25 participants
Prerequisites: None
Professional Development Hours (PDH) approved: C.E.U.s pending approval from NC Board of Landscape Architects, 6.5 Pesticide credit hours approved.
Date: August 13, 2009
Location: Monteith Research Center, 2410 Campus Shore Drive, Room 463, NCSU Centennial Campus, Raleigh, NC

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