November Conference Focuses on Storm Water Management and Erosion Control

Complete with innovative ideas and ideal networking opportunities, the 4th Annual Storm Water Management and Erosion Control Conference will take place Nov. 16-17, 2006 at the Canad Inn Club Regent Casino Hotel in Winnipeg, Canada. This conference, themed “Dirt + Water = Mud,” has been tailored to meet the needs of all storm water and erosion control professionals. Engineers and designers will learn the latest on erosion and sediment control plan provisions, fish habitat protection, and engineered wetlands. Contractors will learn about the latest equipment, what devices really work, bidding erosion control into projects, and how to protect sites. Construction project managers will learn erosion control method installation, how to stabilize shorelines, and site protection measures. Agency personnel will learn about techniques to restore shorelines, effectiveness of various Best Management Practices, and components of the erosion control plan. Land owners and managers will learn how to stabilize lakeshore property, establish native vegetation, and cost effective erosion control measures. In addition to these focused learning opportunities, conference participants will have access to approximately 12 exhibitors displaying the latest products and services. Discussions with representatives from multiple companies will provide participants the advantage of face-to-face contact with industry professionals, all in one place. “There will be a lot of familiar faces that are known in the industry, national experts, and exhibitors featuring the latest products,” said Mark Myrowich, Vice President of Manitoba for the Northern Plains Chapter of the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) and Treasurer of the Manitoba Chapter of North American Stormwater & Erosion Control Association (NASECA). “This forum is also a tremendous opportunity to network with others.” Pre-conference on Nov. 15, a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) tutorial instruction will be offered. Those interested in learning more about this certification process are encouraged to attend this in depth training session sponsored by CPESC, Inc. Those interested in taking the exam should make sure the appropriate criteria are satisfied and complete applications in advance. Additional information on obtaining your CPESC or CPSWQ certification can be found at www.cpesc.org. Organized in cooperation with the Northern Plains Chapter of IECA and the Manitoba Chapter of NASECA, the 4th Annual Storm Water Management and Erosion Control Conference is presented by Resource Professionals Alliance (RPA). For additional information or to register, contact Judy Christenson, RPA, at +1-952-470-0993 or e-mail judyc@rp-alliance.com.