Scheduled Workshops, Courses and Events 2010

Design, Construction and Maintenance of Permanent Erosion Control Projects
MECA is offering a brand new workshop on July 29, 2010
Please join us for the Design, Construction and Maintenance of Permanent Erosion Control Projects training. This one day workshop introduces designers, regulators and contractors to the latest permanent erosion control practices and techniques. To register please complete the brochure and fax/mail the completed form to the MECA office.

Turfgrass Maintenance with Reduced Environmental Impacts: August 10, Virginia, MN
MECA is a local sponsor for this upcoming Turfgrass Maintenance Class. Funding for the class is provided by Minnesota's Lake Superior Coastal Program.

Who manages the turfgrass at your office? Do you live in a townhome association that hires a maintenance company? Who mows the lawn at your child's school? Do you want more information on how to maintain turfgrass with fewer environmental impacts? Spread the word about this free class. The target audience is private lawn maintenance companies; City, County & township maintenance staff; and environmental professionals that want to know more about this subject. Pre-registration is required. Download the brochure and registration information here.

Additional information on the Turfgrass Maintenance class and certification program as well as a schedule of additional classes are available on the MPCA web site at www.pca.state.mn.us/programs/summermaintenance.html.

2-Hour Field Demonstration Session for Builders, Inspectors & Local Government Staff: August 25, North Mankato
This interactive, fast-paced and hands on field course will provide a better understanding of erosion and sediment control practices and products available, average costs of practices, and the vendors and contractors that provide these products and services. Examples include hydromulch types 5,6,8, and 9, categories 1-6 blankets, turf reinforcement mats, flexible growth mediums, inlet protection options, compost and shredded wood berms, and much more.

August 25, 2010
Benson Park Cottages
North Mankato

Learn more about the workshop here.
Register now by completing the workshop registration form and submitting it to the MECA office by fax (763-478-3612) or mail.

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans for the Flood
September 30, Moorhead, MN
Minnesota is affected by floodwaters every year. Affected communities work frantically to protect properties, but often the rivers and other water resources are negatively impacted by the floodwaters and sediment and other pollutants they carry. This workshop will provide information on how to plan ahead to minimize impacts to water resources.
Topics covered will include:
Emergency Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
Trash cleanup
Environmental issues after the flood
Erosion and sediment control products ...and more
Save the Date: Registration information will be available soon as planning continues for this exciting new workshop.

Turfgrass Maintenance with Reduced Environmental Impacts
If you missed this workshop at the MECA conference, see the schedule of upcoming workshops at www.pca.state.mn.us/programs/summermaintenance.html.

University of Minnesota Erosion and Sediment Control Certification Program
Offering comprehensive training for inspectors, project managers, contractors, and designers who work on NPDES projects. www.erosion.umn.edu

Other Organization's Events:

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Clean Water and Climate Adaptation Summit 2010
September 16 & 17, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Join industry leaders, natural resource professionals, scientists, and citizens to learn how climate trends might affect Minnesota and the region, how green infrastructure will be a key water-management strategy, and how to make informed decisions and enhance the economic viability of your community.
For more information, visit: www.arboretum.umn.edu/cleanwaterclimatechangeadaptationsummit.aspx

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