Upcoming workshops and events

Interested in becoming a volunteer? This season's training dates are listed below. All trainings are free, but we ask that you bring $5 to help cover the cost of your meal at the identification sessions. Our space is limited, so pre-registration is required. A confirmation notice will be sent to those that are registered.

Learn more about WHEP, find out how we determine wetland health and learn how to conduct the sampling. Learn tips and techniques for identification. Meet other volunteers and join your team.

The Introduction to WHEP and Field Methods Training sessions include time outside, so please dress for the weather and wear appropriate field clothes. Please wear shoes that can get wet, the grassy areas may be a little sloshy. If you have waders, feel free to bring them.

To register for training please complete the registration form located on the "Get Involved" page.

2008 Calendar:

Topic

When

Where

Introduction to the Wetland Health Evaluation Program & Field Methods

Tues, May 6
5:30-9:00 PM

OR

Wed, May 7

5:30-9:00 PM

Dakota Lodge, West St Paul, MN
http://www.co.dakota.mn.us/parks/thompson.htm

Minnetonka Community Center
14600 Minnetonka Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55345

Macroinvertebrate Identification Training

Fri, May 16*
6:00-9:00 PM

OR

Sat, May 17
9:00-3:30 PM

School of Environmental Studies
12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd.
Apple Valley, MN 55124-8151
http://www.isd196.k12.mn.us/schools/ses

Vegetation Identification Training

Fri., June 27*
6:00-9:00 PM

OR

Sat., June 28

9:00 AM-3:30 PM

School of Environmental Studies
12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd.
Apple Valley, MN 55124-8151
http://www.isd196.k12.mn.us/schools/ses

Dakota County Fair - Wacky, Wetland Bugs show and tell in the Dakota County Goverment Building on the fairgrounds in Farmington

August.4-10, 2008

Dakota County Fair www.dakotacounty.org

* The shortened Friday evening identification training sessions are recommended for returning or experienced volunteers. New volunteers are encouraged to attend the Saturday sessions.

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