Blogs

Discussions are the heartbeat of IECA Connect. Got a question about a product? Dealing with a tricky site condition? Want to know what other members think about a new regulation? Post it in a discussion. Someone almost certainly has an answer — or the same question. This video covers how to start a thread, reply to others, and choose whether to respond publicly (encouraged!) or privately. Spoiler: if your reply helps the whole community, make it public. 👉 connect.ieca.org/participate/faq — What's one question you've always wanted to ask your peers? Drop it in the replies — or better yet, start a new thread! ...

COLLABORATE TODAY. SUSTAIN TOMORROW. The Northeast Chapter excitedly awaits your arrival at our upcoming regional IECA education and field expo. Partnering with Merrimack and Hillsborough Conservation Districts, we have a 2 day schedule packed with practical classroom learning and hands-on field experience opportunities. We hope you can join us June 2-3, 2026 at New England College located at 98 Bridge St, Henniker, NH 03242. Below is a sneak peek of what to expect with highlights from our agenda. Network with industry professionals as we kick-off our event at an opening welcome reception sponsored by EJ Prescott. Whether ...

🌟 Top Highlights from the Western Chapter IECA Summer 2026 Newsletter The latest Western Chapter IECA newsletter delivers a packed slate of updates, opportunities, and industry insights for erosion and sediment control professionals across Arizona, California, Nevada, and Hawaii. Below is a curated roundup of the most important announcements your team should know. 1. A Call for Engagement: “We Cannot Afford to Bowl Alone” President Blanca Hoffmeier urges members to stay connected and involved as the Western region faces escalating environmental challenges — from California wildfire burn scars to Hawaii’s Kona Low landslides and intense monsoon ...

Just got back from a conference and want to keep the conversation going? The IECA Member Directory makes it easy to look up someone you met, learn more about them, and connect directly through the platform. You can search by name, company, city, state, country, or just want to see who else is in your corner of the world, it's all in there. This video shows you exactly how to find members and add them to your contact list so you can message them directly through the platform. 👉 connect.ieca.org/participate/faq — Try it out: find someone in your state and send them a connection request. Then come back and tell us where you're from! ...

In today’s world, it is all about the Buzz, what is happening in the entertainment and sports world, what is happening in politics, what is Elon doing, who is the newest and best in each arena of activity. The more it is talked about the more we become involved and our own thought process and professional activities begin to take a back seat along with our potential impact. We all need/want to be involved and aware but are we being so involved in our day-to-day routine and the activities of others and other industries that we are sacrificing the impact of our profession and association. The IECA Mission: Protecting Soil and Water Resources Globally ...

Your IECA Connect profile is how fellow members get to know you between conferences. A complete profile means the right people can find you and reach out when it matters. Bonus: set it to "public" visibility from My Account - Privacy Settings, so internet searches can find you too! This week's video walks through how to update your contact details, set your privacy preferences, and make sure the right people can see the right things. It takes about two minutes — and your future connections will thank you. 👉 connect.ieca.org/participate/faq — After you update your profile, reply here and share one thing you added or changed! ...

Have you ever stared at the login screen wondering if you're using the right credentials? You're not alone. Your IECA Connect login is the same username and password you use for the main IECA site — no separate account needed. Keep in mind that Connect is for IECA members only. We just updated our Help & FAQ page with short how-to videos, and I'm rolling them out one at a time so they don't all get lost in the scroll. First up: logging in. It's a two-minute watch and covers the basics, including what to do if you're locked out. 👉 Watch the video here: connect.ieca.org/participate/faq — then drop a reply and tell me: is this your first time ...

COLLABORATE TODAY. SUSTAIN TOMORROW. Several Northeast Chapter Board Members spent the first week of March attending the 2026 IECA Annual Conference and Expo held in Fort Worth, Texas. The days were jam packed offering a mix of educational and social events for industry professionals to connect and learn about erosion and sediment control practices across state lines. Members were able to represent our Northeast region at young professional events, committee meetings, chapter meetings and be recognized in award ceremonies. Distributors and manufacturers participating in the expo hall were able to showcase new products and solutions nationwide. ...

Issue #1 2026 IECA AUSTRALASIA PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE The past few months have been strong ones for IECA Australasia, with great momentum both internationally and here at home. I was proud to represent our chapter at the IECA International Annual Conference in Fort Worth, alongside colleagues from across the global IECA community. Our Australasia delegation was our largest yet, with 22 members attending, including our Young Professional scholarship recipients. The innovation, research, and practical solutions shared at the conference reinforced that our chapter continues to sit in a very strong position when it ...

Wrap up your IECA Conference experience on the morning of Wednesday, March 4 by joining me at the Knowledge Circle Roundtables . Grab breakfast and sit down for an informal conversation with myself and your industry peers as we discuss Emerging Technologies and Tools . The best part is that the people at the will drive the conversation designed around making Water and Soil Health practical, engaging, and relevant to what you are seeing in the field. As an industry expert, innovator, and implementer, I know there is no shortage of important topics to explore when it comes to technology and advancements that support success in soil and ...