This two-day field class focuses on identifying hydric soils across various wetland and transitional habitats. Through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on field study, participants will learn to identify and accurately describe organic, sandy, and fine-textured hydric soils using the Field Indicators of Hydric Soils. Participants are responsible for their own meals and lodging. There are several lodging options available in the Marquette area. As this is a field-based course, attendees should come prepared for varying field and weather conditions (rain gear, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.).
U.P. Wetland Soils (2-Day)
$300.00 – $350.00
19 in stock
Description
Name of Class: U.P. Wetland Soils (2-Day)
Dates: July 21 & 22, 2025 (Monday & Tuesday)
Location: Field: Various areas in and around Marquette
Classroom: EGLE Marquette District Office
1504 West Washington Street, Marquette, MI 49855
Time(s): 8:30am to 4:30pm
Instructor: James Sallee
Cost: $300 (MWA members), $350 (non-members)
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Class Description: This two-day field class focuses on identifying hydric soils across various wetland and transitional habitats. Through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on field study, participants will learn to identify and accurately describe organic, sandy, and fine-textured hydric soils using the Field Indicators of Hydric Soils. Participants are responsible for their own meals and lodging. There are several lodging options available in the Marquette area. As this is a field-based course, attendees should come prepared for varying field and weather conditions (rain gear, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.).
Instructor Bio:
James Sallee – James is a Certified Professional Soil Scientist with over 26 years of experience working in Michigan’s wetlands. James currently works at Invenergy and leads a team focused on environmental compliance and strategy for renewable energy projects throughout the Midwest. James led a research project on difficult hydric soils of Michigan that resulted in additional hydric soil indicators being developed and included in U.S. Army Corps of Engineers supplements. James also spent several years as the EGLE’s Wetland Specialist focusing on hydric soil identification. James has testified as a hydric soil expert in various administrative, criminal, and civil court cases. James also participated in the National Wetland Condition Assessment.
Class Cancellation Notification
Five (5) days prior to the start of class, participants will be notified of a cancellation. The MWA Treasurer will refund 100% of the fee received to participants.
Cancellation Policy for Attendees
- Any attendee can transfer, at any time, their spot in the class to another person with no financial penalty.
- Cancellation prior to 14 days of the class is eligible for 100% refund of class fees.
- Cancellation from 1-13 days of the class is eligible for 50% refund of class fees.
- Cancellation within less than 1 day of start of the class (including during the class) is not eligible for any refund (0%), however the spot can be transferred to any other person.
