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October 2025

COLLABORATE TODAY. SUSTAIN TOMORROW. 2025 Erosion Control Field Day Tuesday, October 21st 8:30am to 4:00pm Hillsborough County Complex 329 Mast Road Goffstown, NH 03045 This full day training will incorporate both classroom sessions and outdoor, hands on demonstrations in small group settings. Topics May Include: * Regulations Updates * Understanding NH Soils * NHDES Alteration of Terrain General Conditions for All Construction Sites * NHDES Subsurface Requirements for Stabilization * Introduction to Hydromulch * Organic Soil Amendments * Invasive Plant Identification & Management * Blankets, Mats, & other ...
Issue #3 2025 IECA WEBSITE The finalisation of reunification of IECA Regions has allowed for the streamlining of online resources through a single website, which is available via the following weblink IECA Home Page -IECA The website provides a wealth of information related to specific regions, or chapter information which can be accessed through the relevant menus in the top banner. All the information which was previously accessible on the IECA Australasia hosted website is now available at the new IECA Global website under the menu title ‘Get Involved’ Australasia. You can still access the Australasian Chapter website directly using the URL ...
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the new International Erosion Control Association (IECA) website at ieca.org . Our goal with this redesign was to create a fresh, modern, and user-friendly experience that makes it easier for you to join, renew, learn, and connect with your peers across the erosion and sediment control and stormwater management industries. Join or Renew Your Membership Becoming a member or renewing your existing membership has never been easier! Join IECA: Visit our Join IECA page to explore membership options and benefits that fit your professional goals. Renew Your Membership: Log in , select My Account > Renew Now ...

September 2025

COLLABORATE TODAY. SUSTAIN TOMORROW. At our last board meeting, the Northeast Chapter of IECA voted to make a donation of $500 to the University of Rhode Island Soil Judging Team to help the team attend an upcoming regional competition hosted by University of Pittsburgh Johnstown in Pennsylvania. Training for, and competing on, the team involves studying soil formation and classification for many different types of soils from across the country. Student team members learn the characteristics and properties of the soils they will need to describe during the competitions. The URI soil judging team has a long (~5 decade) history of placing at these ...

July 2025

COLLABORATE TODAY. SUSTAIN TOMORROW. Claxton Field Renovations ~ Needham, MA From a pre 1950’s burn dump location to serving as a recreational facility for almost 60 years, site redevelopment upgrades highlight the importance of collaboration among the Town, Engineer, Contractor and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Project Overview: - Full renovation of a multiuse community recreation facility - Reconfiguration of multiple athletic fields - Installation of new site amenities, upgraded lighting and turf - Addition of ADA-accessible walking paths and new landscaping ...
IECA Australasia is pleased to announce the results of the recent Chapter Board elections. 🎉 Congratulations to Jason Cork on being re-elected to the Chapter Board, and a warm welcome to Michael Walker and Ben Hough , who will be joining the Board for the first time. All three will officially take up their positions at the AGM in October, each serving a 3-year term. Jason Cork Ben Hough Michael Walker We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Shonelle Gleeson-Willey and Terry Clark , who did not renominate. Shonelle joined the Board in 2017, served as President in 2022 and 2023, and ...
We're excited to share that our iMIS and website upgrade is now complete! This new platform brings updated technology to support our industry members and provide a smoother online experience. The CEU portal is now open. You can easily view and download your continuing education certificates by following these steps: Log in at ieca.org . Click My Account . Select the Claim Credit tab. Click the Print All Certificates button. Choose the credit certificate you want to print and click View Certificate (this will open in a new browser tab). Click the PDF icon to save or print your certificate. ...
The Great Rivers Chapter of IECA is seeking nominations for three open positions on our Board of Directors. Elected Board members will serve a three-year term . IECA’s mission is to provide education, networking, and research opportunities for engineers, government agencies, consultants, construction professionals, and others, while establishing standards of practice and expertise in erosion control, sediment control, and stormwater management. The Great Rivers Chapter plays a vital role in supporting this mission by hosting quality educational events and sharing timely industry information with our members and the broader community. Serving on ...
Attention: Emerging Professionals in Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management - FREE Young Professional & Student MEMBERSHIP and RENEWAL Are you 35 or younger and passionate about advancing your career in environmental protection? The Pacific Northwest Chapter of IECA is excited to offer exclusive annual membership opportunities to help you grow, connect, and lead in the industry. 🌟 Young Professional Membership – FREE or 50% Off! Value: $115 USD FREE Memberships available for up to 5 young professionals from August 15 through September 30 . ...
As IECA members, we have the opportunity to meet individuals who share our concern and passion for the stability and health of our soils and the purity of the free water that runs through our channels, streams, and rivers. The ability to network with individuals across the world stage and have an impact on the actions and methods implemented to protect the soil and water in our individual communities and in areas around the world, that we will never see. IECA offers a platform for sharing and obtaining knowledge, whether it is from a casual meeting with others in our industry, a specific educational class, a case study, or a shared experience on IECA Connect. ...