NEAPMS PLANT CAMP
The Northeast Aquatic Plant Management Society (NEAPMS) will be hosting another “Plant Camp” in 2024. This event is hosted by the New Jersey Water Supply Authority. This intensive three-day program is geared toward individuals currently working as aquatic plant managers, those involved in regulation of aquatic plants, and students in the field of aquatics.
A staff of regional experts and industry specialists will provide in-person training and coursework in the following:
aquatic plant identification
introduction to field sampling (including local field trips)
best management practices for nuisance species
data collection and reporting tools used in aquatic plant management
Date: September 10-12, 2024
Location: New Jersey School of Conservation, 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, NJ 07826
Cost: $200 (includes lodging and meals)
Included Lodging: Shared bunk houses with electricity while the shared camp-style restroom/shower facilities are in nearby buildings
Optional Lodging : On your own. Search Newton, NJ and Milford/Matamoras, Pennsylvania (not included in registration)
Registration: Opens April 1, 2024 / Space is limited, capped at 50 participants
Student Scholarships Available! (see below) Apply by May 1, 2024!
Plant Camp Registration
Plant Camp 2024 staff will include individuals from the following organizations:
Naiad Consultants
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Water Resource Services
Princeton Hydro
Little Bear Environmental
New Jersey Water Supply Authority
Plant Camp 2024 Planning Committee
New Jersey Water Supply Authority
Friends of New Jersey School of Conservation
Naiad Consultants
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Tigris
Lake Champlain Basin Program
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Water Resource Services
Little Bear Environmental
Plant Camp Scholarships are Available
NEAPMS strives to foster a diverse and inclusive environment through it's student programs and initiatives.
3 Full Scholarships to Plant Camp are available for students from historically underrepresented groups.
Historically underrepresented groups are those who have, throughout history, had lower representation in higher education and/or aquatic plant management careers due to structural discrimination and racism. Underrepresented groups include ethnic minority students (African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic and Latinos) as well as LGBTQ+ students.
Scholarship Sponsors Include:
Northeast Aquatic Plant Management Society (NEAPMS) (www.neapms.org)
North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) (www.nalms.org)