
The Delaware NERR
Dover, DE,
Our mission at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve is to preserve and manage natural resources through coastal stewardship within the Reserve as a place for research, and for providing education and outreach programs that promote better understanding of Delaware’s estuarine and coastal areas, and to promote informed coastal decision-making through the Delaware Coastal Training Program. The Coastal Training Program addresses critical coastal resource management issues in Delaware by providing current scientific information, access to technologies and skill-building opportunities to Delawareans responsible for making decisions about the state’s coastal resources. This can include partnering with other agencies and organizations to provide data relevant to current coastal issues including land use, sea level rise, climate change, and biodiversity. The Coastal Training Program’s activities range from seminars, hands-on skill training, and participatory workshops to lectures and technology demonstrations. Through these programs, coastal resource decision makers also have opportunities to share experiences, network in a multidisciplinary setting, and participate in field activities. Past workshops covered subjects such as sea level rise in Delaware, wetlands restoration techniques, public issues and conflict management, and social media skills. Decision makers who participate in the Delaware Coastal Training Program's activities include local government officials, state legislators, home owners’ associations, and many more. Coastal Training Program Workshops are typically advertised to the target audience. You can also request the assistance of the Coastal Training Program if there is a professional development need regarding coastal resource management. The CTP Coordinator can work with you to develop and offer workshops and trainings on a variety of topical coastal issues like resource restoration, community adaptation and resiliency planning, invasive species, and more. For more information regarding upcoming workshops or if you have an idea for a workshop, please contact Kelly Valencik, the Coastal Training Program Coordinator at kelly.valencik@state.de.us or (302) 739-6377.
Events
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Delaware Resilient and Sustainable Community Leagues 2019 Annual Summit - "Surf and Turf: Implications for future management of our lands and waters"
Friday, November 15, 2019
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ESTDover, DE, United States
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Delaware Resilient and Sustainable Community League Coffee Hour
Tuesday, May 28, 2019, 9:30 a.m. - Tuesday, April 30, 2019, 11:30 a.m. CDT
Rehoboth Beach, DE, United States
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Creating a Flood Ready Community
Friday, May 17, 2019
2:49 p.m. - 2:49 p.m. EDTDover, DE, United States
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Community Climate Adaptation Training
Wednesday, January 16, 2019, 9 a.m. - Thursday, January 17, 2019, 5 p.m. EST
Dover, DE, United States
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Delaware Resilient and Sustainable Communities League Summit
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. ESTDover, DE, United States
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Delaware Wetlands Conference
Wednesday, January 31, 2018, 9 a.m. - Thursday, February 1, 2018, 4 p.m. EST
Wilmington, DE, United States
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Resilient and Sustainable Communities Summit
Monday, November 27, 2017
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. ESTDover, DE, United States
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Delaware Wetlands Conference 2016
Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 8 a.m. - Thursday, February 4, 2016, 5 p.m. EST
Wilmington, DE, United States
#3031455CM | 10.50 -
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2014 Delaware Wetlands Conference
Thursday, January 30, 2014
9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ESTDover, DE, United States
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Climate Prepardness and Adaptation for Delaware Communities Workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 2013, 8:30 a.m. - Thursday, March 28, 2013, 4:30 p.m. EDT
Dover, DE, United States
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Wetlands Restoration Construction Techniques Workshop
Thursday, April 12, 2012
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EDTDover, DE, United States
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2012 Delaware Wetlands Conference
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. ESTDover, DE, United States
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Rain Garden Design and Installation Training for Stormwater
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EDTDover, DE, United States
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Rain Garden Design and Training for Stormwater Management
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EDTTownsend, DE, United States
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Wetlands Restoration Construction Techniques Workshop
Thursday, March 17, 2011
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EDTDover, DE, United States
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Public Issues and Conflict Management
Tuesday, February 8, 2011, 10 a.m. - Wednesday, February 9, 2011, 6 p.m. EST
Dover, DE, United States
#3015199CM | 12.50