Florida's Living Shorelines Training Program for Marine Contractors
To increase the number of marine contractors who can assess dynamic eroding shorelines and provide solutions featuring living shorelines where feasible, to make living shorelines a more accessible option to the public for shoreline stabilization.
What is it?
A 2-day, interactive course developed by a multi-institutional team and offered throughout Florida in locations with the greatest need and suitability. After the course, participants will be able to 1) Communicate to homeowners the benefits and relative costs of shoreline stabilization options; 2) Confidently perform a site assessment, evaluate design options, and navigate the permitting process; 3) Implement a living shoreline project with vegetation and/or breakwater materials; and 4) Follow up, evaluate, and provide homeowners with maintenance information. The course includes lecture material, a workbook, videos, group exercises, field trips, and an exam. A continuing education credit incentive through the Construction Industry Licensing Board is offered to contractors who attend the training.
When is it offered?
Living Shoreline Course: Collier and Lee Counties
Confirmed venue: North Collier Regional Park
October 5th and 6th
Registration Open: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/663188664147?aff=oddtdtcreator
(this was originally scheduled for June at Rookery Bay NERR)
Living Shoreline Course: Treasure and Golden Coasts
Confirmed venue: Indian Riverside Park, Jensen Beach
October 25th and 26th
Registration open: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/684386176477?aff=oddtdtcreator
Living Shoreline Course: Sun and Nature Coasts
Likely venue: Tarpon Springs
November 7th and 8th
Registration open: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/684388182477?aff=oddtdtcreator
Living Shoreline Course: Miami
Venue: Haulover Park North Miami Beach
February 1st and 2nd
Registration open in November
Which contractors have completed the course?
All professional contractors, consultants, and landscapers who have completed the course and passed the exam are listed here. The partnering organizations who developed and offer the course do not endorse or promote any of the contacts listed.
