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• NAEP 2026 Workshop: The State of AI in Environmental Review: Federal & State Agency Perspectives (Virtual)

  • When
    16 Sep 2026
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    12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  NAEP 2026 Workshop: The State of AI in Environmental Review: Federal & State Agency Perspectives (Virtual)

  
  

  This workshop will provide a timely overview of how federal and state agencies are advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in environmental planning and NEPA processes. Speakers from CEQ (invited), DOE (invited), national laboratories, federal and state agencies will highlight recent policy developments, pilot programs such as PermitAI, and emerging best practices for integrating AI into environmental reviews. The session will explore practical applications, including document analysis, data integration, and workflow efficiencies, while also addressing challenges related to transparency, data quality, and ethical considerations. Attendees will gain insight into how agencies are approaching implementation, where opportunities exist for practitioners, and what to expect in the near-term regulatory and technological landscape. The workshop will include time for moderated discussion and audience Q&A to encourage knowledge sharing across the NAEP community.

  
  

  Workshop Date/Time

  
  

  September 16 | 12 PM - 7 PM Eastern Time

  This webinar is being put on by NAEP. To register or find out more, please visit their site:

  NAEP Virtual Workshop | The State of AI in Environmental Review
  

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• NAEP 2026 NEPA Workshops (Virtual)

  • Start
    24 Sep 2026
  • End
    25 Sep 2026
  • Location
    Virtual

  
  

  The National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) is offering two valuable training opportunities designed to strengthen your NEPA knowledge and practical skills: the NEPA Essentials Workshop and NEPA Advanced Workshop.

  
  

  Workshop Dates

  VIRTUAL: 

  NEPA Essentials Workshop: September 24 |
   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Central Time Zone)

  NEPA Advanced Workshop: September 25 |
   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM(Central Time Zone)
  

  This webinar is being put on by NAEP. To register or find out more, please visit their site:

  NEPA Workshops

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• Explore-SC Series: USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery Tour

  • When
    25 Sep 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery - 7030 Bears Bluff Road, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487-6815

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  NAEP-SC EXPLORE-SC: USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery Guided Tour

  NAEP-SC is excited to introduce our next Explore-SC Series event at the USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery at Wadmalaw Island, SC (near Charleston).

  Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery (NFH) is part of the Warmwater Fisheries and Aquatic Conservation Program in the South Atlantic-Gulf Region of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Situated in coastal South Carolina, the facility sits on the banks of the Wadmalaw Sound and is nestled among salt marsh and lowland forest. The site provides ideal opportunities for researching and improving upon culture and propagation techniques for freshwater, saltwater and anadromous aquatic species. 

  The hatchery cultures aquatic species year-round and produces two anadromous fish species, Atlantic sturgeon and American shad; one marine fish species, red drum; one amphibian species, Carolina gopher frog; and several freshwater mussel species.

  Each of these programs has its own priorities and objectives. American shad, red drum, and gopher frogs are released locally into the appropriate habitat, while the Atlantic sturgeon and mussel programs focus on conservation-oriented research, and the development of propagation and culture techniques.

  Come join us on a guided tour of the hatchery (approx. 45-minute long) followed by a guided nature walk (approximately 1-hour long). This event is free. Family and friends are welcome! Tour sizes will be limited, so please register by September 21 so we can provide a head count to USFWS.

  A refillable water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray are highly recommended. 
  

  For parking: after you come through the gate, follow the signs to the "Fish Holding Facilities" downhill.  Park on the left in the grass near the fish house.

  TIME & LOCATION

  Friday, September 25, 2026

  1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  
  

  USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery

  7030 Bears Bluff Road

  Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487-6815

  https://www.fws.gov/fish-hatchery/bears-bluff/about-us

  Deep Water Vineyard

  Afterwards, stop at the nearby Deep Water Vineyard on your way back home before they close at 5 p.m. for some wine or meads or just to see the beautiful grounds. Their last wine tasting starts at 4 p.m. Drive safely!

  6775 Bears Bluff Rd

  Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487

  https://deepwatervineyard.com/#
  

  
  

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• Explore-SC Series: Hagood Mill Historic Site

  • When
    26 Sep 2026
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    11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Hagood Mill Foundation, 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC 29671

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  NAEP-SC EXPLORE-SC: Hagood historic site Guided Tour

  Join us on another Explore-SC Series event at the Hagood Mill Historic Site.

  Hagood Mill Historic Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognized for its historical significance as one of the oldest surviving gristmills in South Carolina.
  

  Come join us on a guided tour of Hagood Mill and surrounding areas in the upstate! We will start the tour at Hagood Mill to see the key sites, including petroglyphs and the Grist Mill. We will then eat lunch on site (bring lunch or plan to pick up before arriving). After lunch, we will visit the Oolenoy Baptist Church cemetery, approximately 10 miles away. Those buried at the cemetery include Cherokee Indians (who were there first), early settlers, Revolutionary War veterans, and Confederate veterans. They have some of the most interesting graves in the state. Some have a collection of stones like the old Scottish cairns. Others have peaked stone slabs that look like the roofs on houses. Many of the graves included inscriptions or additional monuments noting Revolutionary War or Civil War service.

  Then we will head to Soapstone Baptist Church founded by ex-slaves who settled here after the Civil War. They persevered in their community named Liberia, in spite of racial threats from the KKK during the Reconstruction after the Civil War. It has the prettiest view of Table Rock Mountain to be found. 

  This event is free. Family and friends are welcome! Tour sizes will be limited, so please register by September 21 so we can provide a head count.

  Please bring lunch, a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray. 
  

  TIME & LOCATION

  Saturday, September 26, 2026

  11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  
  

  Hagood Mill Historic Site

  138 Hagood Mill Rd

  Pickens, SC 29671

  https://visithagoodmill.com

  
  

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• NAEP-SC Environmental Speed Career Event - Clemson University

  • When
    29 Sep 2026
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    3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Madren Conference Center - Ballroom C 230 - Madren Center Drive, Clemson, SC 29631

  NAEP-SC and the Clemson College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS) is hosting a “Speed Career” event at Clemson University designed to inspire and connect with students passionate about environmental careers. This roundtable-style event allows students to engage directly with career professionals in environmental fields, gaining valuable insights into their backgrounds, certifications, and what a typical "day in the life" looks like.

  How it Works

  Students will rotate through different stations, each hosted by a professional eager to share their career experiences. Each round lasts 8 to 10 minutes, ensuring students receive meaningful, focused information.

  Career areas to be presented include, but are not limited to:

  • Ecology—Protected Species
  • Ecology—Wetland Science/Aquatics
  • GIS Specialist
  • Air Quality
  • Hazmat
  • Water/Wastewater
  • Forestry/Arborist
  • CE&I
  • Cultural Resources
  • NEPA/Environmental Planning

  View the flyer here.
  

  TIME and Location

  Tuesday, September 29 | 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

  Madren Conference Center - Ballroom C

  230 Madren Center Drive, Clemson, SC 29631

  (Parking available) 

  Interested in participating? 

  Students – check on the list of careers of our participating professionals, suggest other jobs or fields you’d like to learn about, and let us know you plan to join us here: Student form: Clemson Environmental Careers Speed Networking Event, Sept 29

  Professionals - Sign up here to participate in the event and share your career experiences wit the next generation of environmental professionals: Professional form: Clemson Environmental Careers Speed Networking Event, Sept 29

  Additionally, if you are interested in a booth at the CAFLS Career Fair on Sept 30, please visit the info page on the CAFLS website here: https://www.clemson.edu/cafls/student-experience/career/employers/index.html.

  Please contact Kari Buck at kbuck@copperheadconsulting.com with any questions.

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• Lunch & Learn: SC State Archaeologist (SCIAA)

  • When
    2 Oct 2026
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    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Michael Baker International - 700 Huger St., Columbia, SC 29201
  • Spaces left
    46

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  NAEP-SC is excited to have Chris Judge, State Archaeologist from South Carolina Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology (SCIAA) as our featured speaker. Through SCIAA, he leads a team that advances archaeology statewide by advising agencies and the public on site protection and compliance, supporting law enforcement through forensic recovery, coordinating burial preservation, serving as liaison to Native American tribes, and maintaining the state’s archaeological records, including the ArchSite GIS database.

  Registration closes September 25, 2026. Lunch will be provided, and space may be limited due to the venue size.

  TIME & LOCATION

  October 2, 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM
  Michael Baker International

  Belle Vista Conference Room
  

  700 Huger Street

  Columbia, SC 29201

  
  

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• NAEP Webinar: 2025 NEPA Case Law Review

  • When
    15 Oct 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Join us for the 2025 NEPA Case Law Review to explore the most significant federal appellate NEPA decisions from 2025 and what they mean for environmental professionals. Learn about emerging legal trends, common pitfalls, and best practices, and gain practical insights to strengthen your NEPA analyses and decision-making. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or looking to stay current on evolving case law, this popular webinar offers valuable guidance you can apply immediately.

  
  

  Webinar Date/Time

  October 15 | 12 PM - 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)

  This webinar is being put on by NAEP. NAEP members are free. To register or find out more, please visit their site:

  NAEP Webinar: 2025 NEPA Case Law Review
  

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• Holy City Happy Hour (Holy City Brewing)

  • When
    15 Oct 2026
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    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Holy City Brewing - 1021 Aragon Ave, Charleston, SC 29405

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  Please join us for drinks and conversation at Holy City Brewing in Charleston, SC. Plan to meet at the tables outside in the covered area. Weather permitting, we could also play a few games of cornhole, putt putt, or other outdoor activities on their lawn. No registration is required, but we kindly request that you RSVP so we can get an approximate headcount.

  All environmental professionals are welcome (NAEP-SC members and non-members). 

  The first 10 people will receive their first drink on us!

  
  

  Thursday, October 15; 5:00-7 p.m.
  Holy City Brewing
  1021 Aragon Ave.

  Charleston, SC 29405

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SCMA/NAEP-SC Annual Environmental Scholarship Clay Shoot (2026)

  • When
    6 Nov 2026
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    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Hermitage Sporting Grounds - 2362 Tickle Hill Rd., Camden, SC 29020

  NAEP-SC has once again partnered with the South Carolina Mitigation Association (SCMA) to host an event fully devoted to supporting our future environmental professionals. All proceeds from this fundraising clay shoot will go to environmental scholarships.

  Come enjoy networking, lunch, and premiere sporting clay courses at the beautiful Hermitage Sporting Grounds in Camden, SC. 100 clays/targets, lunch, and a shell bag is included.

  Visit https://www.scmitigation.org/clayshoot to register or sponsor this event.

  When

  November 6, 2026

  9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

  Where

  Hermitage Sporting Grounds
  2362 Tickle Hill Rd.
  Camden, SC 29020

  
  

  
  

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• SCDNR B.A.T.S. Training - Workshop #1

  • When
    2 Dec 2026
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    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD - Upstate/Greenville area
  • Spaces left
    18

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  Back by popular demand, please join SCDNR and USFWS staff for the Bats and Transportation Structures (B.A.T.S) training. This one-day, hands-on event will focus on the proper methods for surveying culverts and bridges for bats and bat evidence. This training will explore some unique culverts and common bridge types found in the Upstate. Register by November 27.

  *Please note that this event is being facilitated by SCDNR and SCDOT. All registration fees collected by NAEP-SC will go to SCDNR. There is no registration cost for SCDOT staff, government agency staff, or university students. The costs for all others is $103.20 ($100 + $3.20 process/transaction fees).

  Typical supplies needed may include a change of clothes, change of shoes (to prevent possible contamination of floormats), warm jackets, reflective vests, spotlights / headlamps, rubber boots/waders, caving helmets/hard hats, spray/wipe ethanol (90%) for wiping down gear, water/snacks, clipboard/device to fill out survey123.

  While details are still being confirmed by SCDNR, this workshop will focus on the Upstate area and will likely begin at a site in the Greenville/Traveler’s Rest area. More details coming soon.
  

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• SCDNR B.A.T.S. Training - Workshop #2

  • When
    3 Dec 2026
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    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD - Upstate/Greenville area
  • Spaces left
    19

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  Back by popular demand, please join SCDNR and USFWS staff for the Bats and Transportation Structures (B.A.T.S) training. This one-day, hands-on event will focus on the proper methods for surveying culverts and bridges for bats and bat evidence. This training will explore some unique culverts and common bridge types found in the upstate. Register by November 27.

  *Please note that this event is being facilitated by SCDNR and SCDOT. All registration fees collected by NAEP-SC will go to SCDNR. There is no registration cost for SCDOT staff, government agency staff, or university students. The costs for all others is $103.20 ($100 + $3.20 process/transaction fees).

  Typical supplies needed may include a change of clothes, change of shoes (to prevent possible contamination of floormats), warm jackets, reflective vests, spotlights/headlamps, rubber boots/waders, caving helmets/hard hats, spray/wipe ethanol (90%) for wiping down gear, water/snacks, clipboard/device to fill out survey123.

  While details are still being confirmed by SCDNR, this workshop will focus on the Upstate area and will likely begin at a site in the Greenville/Traveler’s Rest area. More details coming soon.
  

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• NAEP-SC Awards Banquet

  • When
    21 Jan 2027
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    5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Saluda Shoals - 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
  • Spaces left
    50

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  NAEP-SC is excited about our second Annual Awards and Membership Appreciation Banquet. 

  Join us the evening of Thursday, January 21, 2027 to celebrate our amazing SC Chapter, our outstanding members, and our sponsors who make it all possible. We would not be where we are without the passion and dedication of everyone involved!

  TIME & LOCATION

  January 21, 5:30 PM-9:30 PM
  The River Center at Saluda Shoals

  5605 Bush River Road

  Columbia, SC 29212

  ABOUT THE EVENT

  The evening will include dinner, drinks, and networking, as well as a keynote address. We will also recognize our generous sponsors, this year’s scholarship recipients, and the winners of our four chapter awards: The Nick Morgan Chapter Contributor, L.E.A.P., Trailblazer, and P.R.I.S.M. Awards. These awards support our mission of recognizing environmental achievements that have demonstrated leadership, integrity, and innovation. Nominations are currently open, so don’t hesitate to nominate a deserving colleague, friend, or project. More information on the awards and the nomination process can be found in the form below.  

  Spouses, partners, and friends are welcome to join in the festivities, but we ask that children stay home with a trusted individual. Space is limited, so be sure to register today!

  Download the event flyer

  Awards Descriptions

  Awards Nomination Forms

  

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