Endangered Species Act

Endangered Species Act - Process, Science, and Strategies
Course ID: POL - 305
August 12-13, 2009, 8:30 A.M. to 5 P.M. (2 Days)
Lacey Community Center - Woodland Creek Community Park
6729 Pacific Ave SE
Lacey, Washington 98503

Instructor: John Heinley, JAMeCK Engineering

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Description: This course will give the participant an understanding of the procedures and science involved with implementing projects subject to the Endangered Species Act, as well as strategies to avoid or minimize effects to listed plant and wildlife species. Training will include lecture, discussion of case studies and your experience with past projects, and hands-on application (the exact mix of training may change depending on location, access to habitat, and topics of local interest).

The class will end the first day with a field trip to a nearby lake and stream, both within a very short walk of the classroom. This will give participants an opportunity to see viable fish habitat and the type of work being done to preserve riparian corridors. During the second day, the class will walk to a nearby forested area and trail to see upland habitat and its connections to a local lake. The class will also experiment with different stream stabilization treatments using a streambed simulator (be prepared to get your hands wet!).

About the Instructor: John Heinley is a licensed Professional Engineer with experience in reviewing and writing Biological Assessments, with working to identify practical solutions, and defending project proponents from unfounded demands. His experience is in Washington State, working for the Washington State Department of Transportation on federal-aid projects, and as a private consultant. As a native of the Pacific Northwest, he can attest to the number of local species that are afforded protection under the Endangered Species Act and local laws, and by those who like to experience and preserve the habitats we treasure.

Course Topics:

- Brief history of ESA

- When do you need to consider effects to listed species?

- Effect Determinations and Biological Assessments

- Resources and Tools you can use

- Projects / Actions, Potential Impacts, and Measures to Avoid or Minimize Impacts.

- WHY are certain actions or practices considered potentially harmful to listed species?

- WHY certain actions or practices are still necessary!

- Types of consultation with NOAA Fisheries and US Fish & Wildlife Service

- Federal and State / Local interactions

Intended Audience: Biologists, Construction Managers, Engineers / Designers, and Permit Specialists.

Course Materials: Each participant will receive a copy of the course proceedings including notes and reference material on the first day of the course.

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Continuing Education Units: 1.3

What to Bring: Mechanical pencil, coffee mug and water bottle (to reduce waste). Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the prevailing weather.

Registration: $495/$395*
* reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC members). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976.
* additional discounts are available for groups registering 2 or more people for the same class at the same time. Contact info@nwetc.org for details.

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.

Northwest Environmental Training Center
A 501(c)(3) non-profit program of EOS Alliance
650 S. Orcas Street, Suite 220, Seattle, Washington 98108
Phone: (206)762-1976, Fax: (206)762-1979
www.nwetc.org