About the Instructor: Dr. Ryan Taylor has twelve years of experience working with wetland resources. He began his wetlands career with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, where he worked on a variety of wetland regulatory issues and managed a number of large-scale restoration projects, ultimately becoming that state’s wetland policy administrator. He then went on to participate in a number of wetland preservation planning efforts for local governmental units as a watershed coordinator on the Little Miami National Scenic River in Cincinnati, Ohio. Currently, he serves as a hydrologic technician with the Bureau of Land Management, where he annually trains and leads field crews in surveying and inventorying wetland and stream habitats on public lands.

Dr. Taylor completed his PhD in Environmental Science from Oregon State University in 2006. His dissertation focused on the effect that state and federal agency interactions have on wetland permit applications and created the first nationwide model of wetland permit activity. His Masters in Environmental Administration came from the University of Illinois where his research focused primarily on the implementation of that state's wetland regulatory program, and his BS degree in Biology comes from Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

Intended Audience: Any environmental professional wanting to learn more about wetland resources and the regulatory landscape that affects them. Specifically invited are Watershed Coordinators, Master Watershed Stewards, Natural Resource Managers, Land-Use Planners, Transportation and Consultants who may potentially become involved in projects that impact wetland resources.

Level: Introductory/refresher

Course Materials: Attendees will receive a binder containing workshop proceedings and reference material.

Continuing Education Units: 2.0 (20 hours)

What to Bring: Pen or pencil, coffee mug, and a water bottle (to reduce waste). Please wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the prevailing weather. Drinks and snacks will be provided each day. Field/rain gear.

Registration: $695 (*$595 reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC, NWAEP members). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976.

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event and 50 percent refundable (or 100% credit) thereafter up to 3 business days prior to the event. No refunds are issued for cancellations occurring less than 3 business days before the start day. Course registration fees and cancellation policy are subject to change without notice.

Disability Accommodations: To request disability accommodations, please contact us at info@nwetc.org or (206) 762-1976 at least 30 days prior to the event.