Critical Methods
A page within Wisconsin wetland science workshops
Critical Methods in Wetland Delineation
March 6, 2024 | Live online event
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Central Time
Refresh your skills and advance your wetland delineation knowledge with the 2024 edition of Critical Methods in Wetland Delineation. Learn from experts in the field of Wisconsin wetland delineation as you:
- Review state and federal wetland regulations and policies
- Explore wetland delineation protocols and practices
- Discuss wetland mitigation and monitoring
Individuals who delineate wetlands or want to learn how to delineate wetlands in Wisconsin are encouraged to attend.
This event will be offered live online. Canvas, the online event platform, will house your course materials and provide access to video conferencing sessions.
Online Technology & Access
The virtual/online portions of this event will utilize Canvas for the online event platform and Zoom for the scheduled video conferencing dates. Online access to recorded sessions is available through March 14, 2024.
| Critical Methods in Wetland Delineation registration fees | Early registration discount by Feb. 6, 2024 | Register Feb. 7, 2024 or later |
| Participant | $99 | $119 |
Registration includes access to the online workshop and to recordings for one week after the event. CEUs are also included but will only be awarded for participation in the live sessions on March 6, 2024.
Continuing Education Units
.6 CEUs/6 contact hours
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are a means of recognizing and recording satisfactory participation in non-degree programs.
UWL CEUs fulfill continuing education requirements for many professionals, agencies and organizations. Professional associations may have specific licensing requirements. Individuals should contact their licensing association before assuming UWL CEUs will fulfill all requirements.
UWL keeps records of individual CEUs for three years of programming. Certificates are emailed within two weeks of the conclusion of each program.
Cancellation policy:
Substitutions are welcome. A full refund less $25 processing fee for cancellations received by February 21, 2024. No refunds for cancellations after that date. Cancellations and substitutions must be submitted in writing to: ex@uwlax.edu.
2024 Critical Methods
Tentative Agenda
March 6, 2024
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Central Time
| 8:30–9 a.m. |
Wetland Delineation Rapid Refresher |
|
9–9:20 a.m. |
NR 151 Wetland Protective Area Requirements |
|
9:20–10 a.m. |
Wisconsin Rapid Floristic Quality Assessment |
|
10–10:30 a.m. |
Break |
|
10:30–11:15 a.m. |
Wetlands, Ponds, and Regulations |
|
11:15–11:40 a.m. |
NR 300 Rule Updates |
|
11:40 a.m.–12:15 p.m. |
Wetland Mitigation Banking Process |
|
12:15–1:15 p.m. |
Lunch Break |
|
1:15–1:45 p.m. |
USACE Waters of the United States Overview & Updates |
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1:45–2:30 p.m. |
USACE Permitting Procedure Overview - General Permit Updates and Pre-Application/Application Process Tips for Projects with Wetland Stream Impacts |
|
2:30–3 p.m. |
Break |
|
3–3:45 p.m. |
History of Wisconsin Wetland Regulation |
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3:45–4:30 p.m. |
Updates to Wisconsin Wetland General Permits |
