Training - Calendar of Events
Stream Crossing Installation Practices
Date: October 8, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Windham, Cumberland County Soil & Water District, 35 Main Street, Windham, ME 04062
Contact: Abby Olszewski 207-331-8642
Maine has approximately 45,000 miles of rivers and streams, many of which intersect with the 30,000 miles of roads throughout the state. The design and proper installation of stream crossings is important for the continued resiliency of the road network and reducing flooding impacts; its also extremely important for the ability of fish and wildlife to access the habitat needed to sustain their populations for generations to come. During this four (4) hour introductory course, participants are exposed to various aspects of stream crossing design such as structure selection and sizing; requirements for aquatic organism passage; regulations related to new and replacement stream crossings; and tools and techniques for the installation of crossings that minimize the impacts of construction activities on the stream to maintain water quality.
This training is intended to be a resource for road managers and association members, town officials, contractors, and watershed organizations as an introduction to proper selection and installation of stream crossings throughout Maine.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Rangeley, TBD
Contact: Breck Parker
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Stream Crossing Installation Practices
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Dresden, Pownalborough Hall, Dresden, ME
Contact: Cindy Wright
Maine has approximately 45,000 miles of rivers and streams, many of which intersect with the 30,000 miles of roads throughout the state. The design and proper installation of stream crossings is important for the continued resiliency of the road network and reducing flooding impacts; its also extremely important for the ability of fish and wildlife to access the habitat needed to sustain their populations for generations to come. During this four (4) hour introductory course, participants are exposed to various aspects of stream crossing design such as structure selection and sizing; requirements for aquatic organism passage; regulations related to new and replacement stream crossings; and tools and techniques for the installation of crossings that minimize the impacts of construction activities on the stream to maintain water quality.
This training is intended to be a resource for road managers and association members, town officials, contractors, and watershed organizations as an introduction to proper selection and installation of stream crossings throughout Maine.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: November 5, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: St. John
Contact: Casey Zippel
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: November 12, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Owls Head, Owls Head Community Room, Owls Head Town Office, 224 Ash Point Drive, Owls Head, ME 04854
Contact: Julie Sells
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: November 19, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Whitneyville, Hillgrove Community Center, Whitneyville, Maine
Contact: Tanya Rucosky
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: December 3, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Farmington
Contact: Caroline Verrill
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: December 17, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: China, TBD
Contact: Nick French, China CEO
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Winter Best Management Practices for Erosion
Date: December 10, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Nobleboro, North Nobleboro Community Hall, 554 Upper East Pond Rd , Nobleboro, ME
Contact: Julie Sells
4 Continuing Education Hours
Disturbing soil during winter can make it difficult to prevent erosion and control sediment on construction sites; many of the practices that are most effective during the growing season do not work well during the winter months. Here in Maine, cold weather can hinder adequate erosion and sedimentation control for up to half the year, so knowing appropriate treatments and practices for maintaining water quality can be key to a successful project.
Working in the winter requires extra planning, foresight, inspections, and materials to minimize the impact of these activities on Maine's natural resources and water quality, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This program will explore the options available for performing soil disturbance in the winter as well as highlighting the regulations that contractors need to comply with when performing winter work.
OUR SHORE Practitioner Roundtable
Date: October 27, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Orono
Contact: Jordan Kimball
Join practitioners, regulators, and partners on October 27th, 2026, at the OUR SHORE Annual Practitioner Roundtable for the latest updates on the OUR SHORE program and nature-based and hybrid practices to shoreline erosion control. Connect with peers across the sector and learn through presentations and hands-on training. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of materials, methods, performance, and hybrid design; vendors and resources; funding opportunities and available technical assistance; and key updates on advanced certification.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: January 7, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Augusta, 188 Whitten Road Augusta, Maine 04330
Contact: Thomas Sutherland
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: February 25, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Augusta, 188 Whitten Road Augusta, Maine 04330
Contact: Thomas Sutherland
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: March 11, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Augusta, 188 Whitten Road Augusta, Maine 04330
Contact: Thomas Sutherland
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: April 8, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Augusta, 188 Whitten Road Augusta, Maine 04330
Contact: Thomas Sutherland
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: February 11, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Lewiston, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston ME 04240
Contact: Emma Lorusso
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: February 18, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Windham, 35 Main Street, Windham, ME 04062
Contact: Abby Olszewski
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: April 15, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Lewiston, 254 Goddard Road, Lewiston ME 04240
Contact: Emma Lorusso
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices
Date: May 13, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Augusta, 188 Whitten Road Augusta, Maine 04330
Contact: Thomas Sutherland
This course is required to become Certified in Erosion and Sedimentation Control Practices by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this eight (8)-hour course, participants learn why erosion control practices are important; be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation; learn how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control (ESC) Best Management Practices (BMPs); and become familiar with regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment BMPs. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation, and maintenance of ESC practices in accordance with Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.
The course is geared for, and of primary interest to contractors but could also be helpful to municipal code enforcement officers, consultants, engineers, and public works employees. Courses can be tailored to either an audience composed primarily of contractors or for inspectors and municipal officials.
This class qualifies for six (6) Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords certified individuals one year of recertification. This class is approved for four (4) credits for Certified Tank Installers by the Board of Underground Storage Tank Installers, January 2023.
Using Fluvial Geomorphology to Improve Stream Restoration and Watershed Management
Date: November 16, 2026 - November 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: ONLINE
Contact: Dr. John Field 207-491-9541
Using Fluvial Geomorphology to Improve Stream Restoration and Watershed Management
This 3-day online short course (from 10am-5pm Eastern Time each day) with an optional virtual field trip will provide an overview of fluvial geomorphology with a thorough discussion of key concepts such as the principles of equilibrium, channel classification methods, channel evolution, and sediment transport continuity. A number of examples and case studies from New England, the Pacific Northwest, the Chesapeake Bay region and elsewhere in the country will demonstrate how an understanding of fluvial geomorphology can be used in watershed assessments to identify the underlying causal mechanisms for erosion and flooding problems responsible for significant infrastructure damage and environmental degradation. Additional case studies will be used to reveal common errors made in stream restoration projects when the basic principles of fluvial geomorphology are not taken into consideration. The course will conclude with a discussion of the appropriate settings and conditions within which to employ a variety of widely used stream restoration techniques. The virtual field trip will visit degraded streams where future restoration projects may be completed and to already completed stream restoration sites in order to illustrate and reinforce the fluvial geomorphology concepts and stream restoration techniques discussed in the course.
The short course will consist of visual presentations, small group exercises, and activities that will provide participants with practical experiences and examples to recognize unstable channel reaches in a watershed and identify the most appropriate stream restoration techniques that will best address the identified instabilities, if present. The course is designed for government officials, environmental and engineering consultants, construction contractors, non-profit watershed groups, educators, students, and others dealing with flooding, erosion, nutrient loading, dam removals, and habitat degradation along rivers and streams.
This course covers the basic principles of fluvial geomorphology and their use in watershed assessments and the design of stream restoration projects. The virtual field trip will be from the Chesapeake Bay region with additional locations potentially added based on the interests of course registrants. The course is being organized and hosted by the River Management Society (RMS). A brief course description is found below. More details are available on the RMS website along with registration information and pricing at https://bit.ly/fluv-geo-26.
Feel free to call me at 207-491-9541 or e-mail jfield@field-geology.com for further information on registration or course content. An early registration discount is available prior to October 16th. An additional discount is available for RMS members (and for those that join during registration). Please call or email regarding additional discounts for students and groups of three or more. We look forward to seeing you in the course and please pass this announcement on to others that might be interested.
Stream Smart Phase I Introductory Workshop
Date: November 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Ellsworth, Ellsworth VFW 419 Main St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Contact: conserve@maineaudubon.org
Join us to learn about: the value of free-flowing streams; the regulations that are applicable when working on road/stream crossings; the principles of building Stream Smart crossings; the costs and benefits of Stream Smart crossings; and where to look for funding. We will be in the classroom from 8:30 am-12:30 pm.
Maine Audubon works with partners all across the state to provide training on how to construct culverts and bridges that restore and maintain fish and wildlife habitat while also protecting roads and public safety. Maine Audubon offers introductory workshops as well as hands-on field trainings for road professionals.
CoastWise Professional Workshop
Date: October 22, 2026 - October 23, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Freeport, Day 1 - Freeport Town Hall, 30 Main Street, Freeport, Maine Day 2 Freeport Masonic Lodge, 33 Mallet Drive, Freeport, Maine
Contact: Tova Mellen (207) 781-2330 x219.
CoastWise Professional Workshop - Freeport Join us for a two-day, field based CoastWise workshop for road professionals where we'll share the CoastWise Approach to achieving ecological resilience and climate- ready road crossings in tidal environments. CoastWise is a training program and resource for anyone with responsibility for planning and building road crossings in tidal wetland areas. Modeled after the statewide Stream Smart program for non-tidal crossings, CoastWise supports coastal Maine communities in building safe road crossings that accommodate the tides, sea level rise, and increasingly powerful storm surge, while fostering a healthy ecosystem.
In this professional level workshop, we will share the principles of the CoastWise Approach, following the CoastWise manual and diving deep into the technical aspects of tidal crossing design including hydrology and hydraulics, crossing performance objectives and design criteria, construction, and more. This is a field-based workshop with a large portion of the time spent in the field on both days, so please dress accordingly including with at least knee-high rubber boots (hip boots or waders are ideal) for walking in the salt marsh. We will work in inclement weather, so please come prepared. Coffee and morning snacks as well as lunch will be provided on both days, and we will carpool to the field sites.
When: Thursday, October 22 and Friday, October 23 from 8:30 am-4:30p m. (Doors open at 8 am) Where: Day 1 Freeport Town Hall, 30 Main Street, Freeport, Maine Day 2 Freeport Masonic Lodge, 33 Mallet Drive, Freeport, Maine
$70 pre-registration required
2-Day Stream Smart Phase II Workshop
Date: October 26, 2026 - October 27, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Manchester, Manchester Lions Club, Manchester, Maine
Contact: conserve@maineaudubon.org
A 2-day, hands on introduction to stream survey techniques and concepts associated with developing ecologically sound road/stream crossings.
This class qualifies for 6 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords Certified individuals one year of recertification.
Day One will include field training on what information to collect and how to collect it. Day Two participants will analyze the data to develop preliminary designs in the classroom.
Field Clothing: This is primarily a field workshop and we will be in the field, in streams that may be above the knee, so please dress appropriately. Hip boots or waders are ideal. We will work in inclement weather as well, so please come prepared.
Data Analysis: You will also need to bring a laptop with Excel 2016 or later on it for data analysis for Day 2; this is required for the workshop.
When: October 26-27, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Where: Manchester Lions Club, Manchester, Maine
2-Day Stream Smart Phase II Workshop
Date: October 28, 2026 - October 29, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Falmouth, Gilsland Farm Audubon Center, Falmouth
Contact: conserve@maineaudubon.org
A 2-day, hands on introduction to stream survey techniques and concepts associated with developing ecologically sound road/stream crossings.
This class qualifies for 6 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords Certified individuals one year of recertification.
Day One will include field training on what information to collect and how to collect it. Day Two participants will analyze the data to develop preliminary designs in the classroom.
Field Clothing: This is primarily a field workshop and we will be in the field, in streams that may be above the knee, so please dress appropriately. Hip boots or waders are ideal. We will work in inclement weather as well, so please come prepared.
Data Analysis: You will also need to bring a laptop with Excel 2016 or later on it for data analysis for Day 2; this is required for the workshop.
When: October 28-29, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Where: Gilsland Farm Audubon Center, Falmouth
Erosion Control Re-Certification and Update Course
Date: October 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Fayette , Starling Grange Hall, Fayette, ME
Contact: Gabrielle Hatt
This course is intended as the basic recertification course for DEP erosion control certified individuals seeking re-certification credits or reinstatement of an expired certification. In this four (4)-hour course, participants will receive a refresher on the basic tools used for erosion & sedimentation control; receive updates on changes to regulations and rules pertaining to natural resources and development; and be introduced to advanced topics for working in and near the water such as shoreline stabilization and land use best practices for shorefront work using Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors and OUR SHORE Reference Guide to Shoreline Stabilization in Maine.
This course qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours for individuals currently Certified in Erosion and Sediment Control by Maine DEP, or within the 6-month grace period. For individuals with certifications expired more than 6 months but less than 5 years, this course will allow for reinstatement of the expired certification and add two years beyond the current year.
Erosion Control Re-Certification and Update Course
Date: December 16, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Lewiston, 254 Goddard Rd, Lewiston ME 04240
Contact: Emma Lorusso
This course is intended as the basic recertification course for DEP erosion control certified individuals seeking re-certification credits or reinstatement of an expired certification. In this four (4)-hour course, participants will receive a refresher on the basic tools used for erosion & sedimentation control; receive updates on changes to regulations and rules pertaining to natural resources and development; and be introduced to advanced topics for working in and near the water such as shoreline stabilization and land use best practices for shorefront work using Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors and OUR SHORE Reference Guide to Shoreline Stabilization in Maine.
This course qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours for individuals currently Certified in Erosion and Sediment Control by Maine DEP, or within the 6-month grace period. For individuals with certifications expired more than 6 months but less than 5 years, this course will allow for reinstatement of the expired certification and add two years beyond the current year.
Erosion Control Re-Certification and Update Course
Date: January 20, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Sanford, Location TBD
Contact: Melissa Brandt
This course is intended as the basic recertification course for DEP erosion control certified individuals seeking re-certification credits or reinstatement of an expired certification. In this four (4)-hour course, participants will receive a refresher on the basic tools used for erosion & sedimentation control; receive updates on changes to regulations and rules pertaining to natural resources and development; and be introduced to advanced topics for working in and near the water such as shoreline stabilization and land use best practices for shorefront work using Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors and OUR SHORE Reference Guide to Shoreline Stabilization in Maine.
This course qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours for individuals currently Certified in Erosion and Sediment Control by Maine DEP, or within the 6-month grace period. For individuals with certifications expired more than 6 months but less than 5 years, this course will allow for reinstatement of the expired certification and add two years beyond the current year.
Erosion Control Re-Certification and Update Course
Date: February 3, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Caribou, Northern Maine Development Commission; 11 West Presque Isle Road Caribou, ME 04736
Contact: Jay Kamm
This course is intended as the basic recertification course for DEP erosion control certified individuals seeking re-certification credits or reinstatement of an expired certification. In this four (4)-hour course, participants will receive a refresher on the basic tools used for erosion & sedimentation control; receive updates on changes to regulations and rules pertaining to natural resources and development; and be introduced to advanced topics for working in and near the water such as shoreline stabilization and land use best practices for shorefront work using Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors and OUR SHORE Reference Guide to Shoreline Stabilization in Maine.
This course qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours for individuals currently Certified in Erosion and Sediment Control by Maine DEP, or within the 6-month grace period. For individuals with certifications expired more than 6 months but less than 5 years, this course will allow for reinstatement of the expired certification and add two years beyond the current year.
Erosion Control Re-Certification and Update Course
Date: March 10, 2027
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Lewiston, 254 Goddard Rd, Lewiston ME 04240
Contact: Emma Lorusso
This course is intended as the basic recertification course for DEP erosion control certified individuals seeking re-certification credits or reinstatement of an expired certification. In this four (4)-hour course, participants will receive a refresher on the basic tools used for erosion & sedimentation control; receive updates on changes to regulations and rules pertaining to natural resources and development; and be introduced to advanced topics for working in and near the water such as shoreline stabilization and land use best practices for shorefront work using Maine DEP's Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors and OUR SHORE Reference Guide to Shoreline Stabilization in Maine.
This course qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours for individuals currently Certified in Erosion and Sediment Control by Maine DEP, or within the 6-month grace period. For individuals with certifications expired more than 6 months but less than 5 years, this course will allow for reinstatement of the expired certification and add two years beyond the current year.
Coastal Bluff Workshop at Willard Beach
Date: October 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: South Portland, Southern Maine Community College Dining Hall
Contact:
Public and professional staff are invited to learn about Nature Based Strategies for coastal bluff protection and recommendations at Willard Beach.
Workshop will begin in front of the SMCC Dining Hall