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SOUTH FLORIDA CHAPTER OF THE FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS

The South Florida Chapter of the Florida Association of Environmental Professionals promotes environmental stewardship through education, advocacy, and community engagement, focusing on the conservation of natural resources and wildlife, particularly sea turtles.

The 2026 Annual Symposium of the South Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (SFAEP) is here! Join us to learn from and connect with your fellow environmental professionals. This year&#39;s Symposium will be held in Mangrove Hall at the Anne Kolb Nature Center in Broward County. Lunch included with registration. This years speakers and topics&nbsp;include: Michael Jones&nbsp;(Smart Sciences): Bats, Beeps &amp; Bore Scopes: Modern Tools for Florida Bonneted Bat SurveysJazmin Locke-Rodriguez&nbsp;(Phytoflora Gardens): Floating Wetlands at Work: Improving Water Quality, Habitat, and Stormwater SystemsSaied Zare and Kevin Chaskalson (Miller Legg):&nbsp;Drone Technology in the Environmental FieldKylee Rux&nbsp;(University of Miami): Kanopi &ndash; A Scalable Coral Shading SolutionWilliam Precht (Bio-Tech Consulting): Micro-Routing Submarine Fiber-Optic Cables to Avoid and Minimize Impacts to Sensitive Coastal Biological ResourcesIvelis Borges (AtkinsR&eacute;alis):&nbsp;Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure&rsquo;s Envision Framework: A globally recognized and highly credible approach to sustainable, resilient, and equitable infrastructure.Ryan St. George and Bryan Palacio&nbsp;(Metric Engineering): AI in the Environmental FieldMichel Therrien (Broward County Parks and Recreation Division_: Restoration Tools and Techniques for Managing Diverse Habitats in Broward County We are currently seeking event sponsors! If your company would like to become a sponsor for this year&#39;s Symposium, please email Daniel Chomin-Virden at: <a data-fr-linked="true" fr-original-style="" href="mailto:daniel-chomin-virden@aecom.comfor" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">daniel-chomin-virden@aecom.com</a> for information on tiers and benefits. You can also become a sponsor directly here on Zeffy, simply by adding a sponsorship to your ticket order during checkout. We appreciate any support you can offer!

SFAEP's Annual Symposium: Innovation, Technology, & the Environment

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Prepare yourself for the truly wonderful experience of witnessing endangered sea turtle hatchlings begin their great journey. The evening program begins with 7:45 check-in and presentations beginning at 8:00 pm at Nova Southeastern University&rsquo;s Halmos College of Arts and Sciences-Oceanographic Campus. Following a ~45-minute educational presentation on sea turtle conservation, the state of sea turtles, and the work carried out by the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program at NSU, the SFAEP group will caravan down to Hollywood North Beach Park to observe our sea turtle specialists release the hatchlings right on the sands of Hollywood Beach and wish them well as they make their journey to the wild blue ocean. The presentation will take place inside the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Center, NSU&rsquo;s state-of-the-art research center, in the 3rd floor auditorium. The NSU campus is located at the far north end of Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park (notify gate attendant you are attending an event at NSU) on the west side of the road between the Coast Guard and Navy. All guests must attend the presentation prior to the release. Even though the release takes place at night, don&rsquo;t worry about not being able to see! There is always plenty of light on South Florida beaches at night. As such, no artificial lights, cameras, or video equipment are permitted at the release site. Authorized staff will have red LED flashlights to use periodically to aid in observing the release. All proceeds from tickets purchased for hatchling releases go directly toward furthering sea turtle conservation efforts at NSU. Because of this, all proceeds are treated as donations to the sea turtle program, and therefore no refunds will be given for any reason. Pre-registration and pre-payment are both required, and no walk-ins are accepted. ***There is no guarantee that hatchlings will be observed on any given night. The hatchling releases run by Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program are subject to change or cancellation if weather conditions are not favorable. The release will still occur in rain, but if lightning is present at the release site, the release portion will be cancelled. We will do our best to accommodate and reschedule due to a cancellation, but there are no guarantees. Again, there are no refunds, and all funds collected are a donation directly to the sea turtle program.

SFAEP Private Sea Turtle Hatchling Release & Member Appreciation Event

SFAEP State Wetland Delineation Training (62-340 F.A.C.) Two-Day Classroom &amp; Field Training📅 October 21-22, 2026 The South Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (SFAEP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), invites environmental professionals, consultants, agency staff, students, and resource managers to participate in a comprehensive two-day training on Florida&#39;s State Wetland Delineation Methodology under Chapter 62-340, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). This hands-on training combines classroom instruction with field application to provide participants with a practical understanding of wetland delineation procedures used throughout Florida. Attendees will learn directly from FDEP and SFWMD staff and gain insight into vegetation analysis, hydrologic indicators, hydric soils, wetland hydrology, altered sites, data forms, and delineation methodology.&nbsp; Day 1: Classroom Training&nbsp;Location (WED. 10/21):&nbsp;Oak Grove Park Community Center 690 NE 159th Street, Miami, Florida 33161 Arrive by 8:45 am (Ends at 4:00 pm) Classroom sessions will cover:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Overview and intent of Chapter 62-340, F.A.C.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Wetland delineation definitions and methodology</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Vegetative strata selection and plant indicator status</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Common wetland species and look-alikes</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hydrologic indicators</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hydric soils and Seasonal High Water Table (SHWT)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Wetland delineation tests and procedures</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Altered site evaluations</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Surface waters, wetland hydrology, and delineation exemptions</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Wetland/Upland Data Form review</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Desktop delineation exercises</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Field day preparation and equipment recommendations</li></ul>CATERED LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED Day 2: Field Training (THURS. 10/22; Location To Be Announced) Arrive by 8:45 am (Ends at 4:30 pm) Participants will apply the concepts learned in the classroom during a guided field exercise led by agency professionals. The field component will focus on identifying wetland indicators, evaluating vegetation and soils, assessing hydrology, and completing delineation data forms in real-world conditions. Field location details and logistical information will be provided to registered attendees prior to the event (in northern/central Miami-Dade County) Who Should Attend?This training is ideal for:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Environmental consultants</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Wetland scientists</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ecologists and biologists</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Environmental permitting professionals</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Government agency staff</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Natural resource managers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Students and early-career environmental professionals</li></ul>What to Bring for the Field DayParticipants should be prepared for outdoor conditions and wetland environments. Recommended items include:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Field boots or waterproof footwear (no sandals)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Long pants and weather-appropriate clothing</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sun protection and insect repellent</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Water and snacks</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Notebook and writing utensils</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Any personal field equipment you regularly use (i.e., sharpshooter shovel, hand lens, clipboard, etc.)</li></ul>&nbsp;Space is limited!. Register early to reserve your spot for this unique opportunity to learn Florida&#39;s state wetland delineation methodology directly from regulatory agency experts. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hosted by: South Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (SFAEP) Partners: Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), Miami-Dade County, and WGI.

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