Register for professional training focused on the process and components of living shorelines in Delaware.

The DNREC Wetland Monitoring and Assessment Program, with support from the Delaware Living Shorelines Committee, will host a two-day introduction to living shorelines for scientists, engineers, landscape professionals, government entities, marine contractors and students.

Living shorelines use natural materials like native plants, oyster shells and biodegradable coconut-fiber coir logs as a barrier against shoreline erosion and flood impacts.

The training, to be held March 25 and 26, will feature instructors from United States Army Corps of Engineers, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, DNREC, private consulting firms and non-profit organizations. Participation on both days of the training is required.

The training focuses on the ecology behind living shorelines and implementing projects based on specific goals. Participants will learn about the causes and types of shoreline issues, define the types of living shoreline solutions and become acquainted with the plants and animals comprising and living in shoreline habitats. They will learn about techniques and applications, living shoreline materials, designing for specific goals and project permitting. Participants will also experience hands-on activities and field visits.

The $35 registration fee includes coffee, snacks and lunch, A training binder is included. Space is limited to 26 participants.

Pre-registration is required. For more information, please contact Olivia.Allread@delaware.gov.