Protecting Waters in a Time of Rapid Change
We invite you to join us for NAWM’s (formerly ASWM)Annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination Meeting, to be held at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) from August 15-19, 2022. The purpose of this annual meeting is to support state and tribal wetland program managers, and other wetland professionals as they respond to challenges in the coming year. Although we are currently scheduled to be at the NCTC, we will be monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic very closely and will follow all federal guidelines and mandates related to the pandemic. If circumstances require it, we will shift the meeting to a fully virtual format.
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Dates August 15-19, 2022 National Conservation Training Center
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Draft Agenda is posted here. (5/9/22)
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All abstracts must address wetland-related issues relevant to the agenda topics for the 2022 Annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination Meeting. Deadline to submit an abstract is June 13, 2022.
The Jon A. Kusler Student Scholarship Award competition will fund all expenses for one or more U.S.-based students studying wetland science, law or policy (either undergraduate or graduate level) to attend NAWM's annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination meeting. Deadline to apply is June 13, 2022. For more information and to apply, please go here. STATE/TRIBAL SCHOLARSHIPS - NOW OPEN A limited number of financial scholarships are available to assist those in need with registration costs and travel expenses to attend NAWM's Annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination Meeting. Scholarships of up to $1,000 may be granted with the intent to support as many of our colleagues as possible. If you are able to cover some of your registration costs and or travel expenses, that will enable more of our colleagues to attend. Deadline to apply is June 16, 2022. For more information and to apply, please go here. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY - BE A PART OF THIS GREAT EVENT! - NOW OPEN Sponsor Benefits: Sponsors are invited to attend and interact with meeting participants throughout the four-day meeting. In the past, this meeting has been attended by approximately 135 engaged in-person participants. All sponsors receive prominent logo placement on all meeting materials and the option to have an exhibitor table at the meeting. Sponsor logos will appear on the Annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination Meeting event website, meeting program and conference communications (including social media). Deadline to apply is July 16, 2022. |
Thank you to our Sponsors
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REGISTRATION - NOW OPEN - EARLY BIRD DEADLINE IS JUNE 24th - REGISTER HERE
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
If your plans change and you cannot attend, written notice must be provided to Laura Burchill at NAWM () by the following deadlines:
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| Before July 18, 2022 | Full refund (no charge) | |||||
| July 18 - August 1, 2022 | Full refund, less a $50.00 service charge | |||||
| After August 1, 2022 | No refund | |||||
| Any time before August 10, 2022 | You may substitute the name on your registration, but you must notify NAWM of the change. | |||||
NAWM is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for the annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination (STFC) Meeting. All individuals participating in any in-person aspect of the Annual Meeting are required to follow the policies of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC). We will continue to revise our procedures as needed to reflect the current state of the pandemic. Anyone who refuses to follow NCTC COVID-19 protocols and requirements will be required to leave the facility immediately and will not receive a refund for any expenses incurred by attending NAWM’s Annual Meeting. NAWMcannot, however, guarantee that NAWM staff, board members or other in-person attendees at this meeting will not become infected with COVID-19. Read more here.
THE NATIONAL CONSERVATION TRAINING CENTER
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Phone: 877-706-6282 or 304-876-7900
Single Room Rate is $165 per person per night (includes $15 per night sustainability fee and meal plan). Participants who lodge on-site must participate in the NCTC Meal Plan that begins with dinner on the day of check-in and ends with lunch on the day of check-out. Please call NCTC for reservations and mention that you are part of the NAWM room block. Please note, NCTC does not have any rooms available for the night of August 15th.
Location
The National Conservation Training Center, or frequently referred to as NCTC, is located just 60 miles or just over 1 hour outside the Washington DC metropolitan beltway. They are part of the Shepherdstown, West Virginia community also known for the nearby state university just down the road. They are located closest to the Washington Dulles International Airport, but many customers also use Baltimore/Washington International and Reagan National (DC) Airport.
Directions to NCTC ~ Maps ~ Shuttle Service ~ Facility
Directions to NCTC
Baltimore-Washington International Airport
Shuttle Service is available for arrivals from Dulles Airport to NCTC on Sunday, August 14th at 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Then from NCTC to Dulles Airport on Friday, August 19th at 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The cost is $100 for one way or round trip. You may reserve a time on the shuttle when making your room reservation.
Carpool Sign Up: Looking for a ride or can offer a colleague a ride, please sign up here.
Maps
Google Maps: Mapping websites have a difficult time locating NCTC using their mailing address. However, Google Maps will show you how to get to the NCTC entrance via 100 Col Shepherd Rd, Shepherdstown, WV 25443, USA.
General Information: Phone, Hours, Dining, Day Care, Service, Gym
NCTC: Points of Interest, USFWS Conservation Library, USFWS Conservation Museum and Archives, Vallen Comrades Memorial Wall, Elm Grove Overlook, Butterfly Garden
Facility Activities: Birding, Fishing, Hunting, Hiking, Running, and Photography
Things to Do in Shepherdstown
Shepherdstown Visitors Center
Jefferson County WV Chamber of Commerce
Berkeley County WV Chamber of Commerce
Calendar of Events
For more local activities, visit the Friends of NCTC website.
Recreation, Entertainment, Attractions
Antiques and Flea Markets
Cress Creek Country Club
Morgan's Grove Park
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
Potomac Valley Audubon Society
Shepherdstown Music and Dance
The Shepherdstown Opera House
Upper Potomac Music Weekends
Vineyards
Yankauer Nature Preserve
Washington Heritage Trail
A complete list of things to do in Shepherdstown, can be found here.
Agenda
Brenda Zollitsch, Senior Policy Analyst
National Association of Wetland Managers
(207) 892-3399;
Marla Stelk, Executive Director
National Association of Wetland Managers
(207) 892-3399;
General Information
Laura Burchill, Office Manager
National Association of Wetland Managers
500 Washington Avenue, Suite 201, Portland, ME 04103
(207) 892-3399; Fax: (207) 894-7992;