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• Lunch & Learn: NOAA Fisheries: EFH, Consultations, and Beyond (IN-PERSON)

  • When
    14 Aug 2026
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    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Dominion Energy - 601 Old Taylor Rd., Cayce, SC 29033
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  NAEP-SC is excited to have staff from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries Habitat Conservation Division as our featured speakers. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

  Register by August 7, 2026. Lunch will be provided, and space may be limited due to the venue size.

  TIME & LOCATION 

  August 14, 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM
  Dominion Energy

  601 Old Taylor Rd.*

  Cayce, SC 29033

  
  

  *This address gets you to the front guard gate where you must sign in and show ID. When passing the guard building, the building will be immediately on your left at 220 Operation Way.*

  ABOUT THE EVENT

  Please join us for lunch and learning about the Habitat Conservation Division, EFH Coordination, and more. 

  Topic include:

  • NOAA Fisheries’ Role in Habitat Conservation
  • Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) and Why It Matters
  • Common Project Impacts and How They Are Evaluated
  • Coordination Types and Best Practices
  • Tools and Resources Available
  • Ways To Improve Coordination Requests and Submittals to NOAA Fisheries
  • And more!

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• Lunch & Learn: NOAA Fisheries: EFH, Consultations, and Beyond (VIRTUAL OPTION)

  • When
    14 Aug 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Microsoft Teams (Virtual Option)

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  NAEP-SC is excited to have staff from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries Habitat Conservation Division as our featured speakers. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

  Registration for this virtual option is open until the day of the event (August 14, 2026). 

  TIME & LOCATION 

  August 14, 12:00–1:30 PM
  Microsoft Teams

  
  

  An email with the Microsoft Teams link will be sent upon registration. 

  ABOUT THE EVENT

  Please join us for lunch and learning about the Habitat Conservation Division, EFH Coordination, and more. 

  Topic include:

  • NOAA Fisheries’ Role in Habitat Conservation
  • Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) and Why It Matters
  • Common Project Impacts and How They Are Evaluated
  • Coordination Types and Best Practices
  • Tools and Resources Available
  • Ways To Improve Coordination Requests and Submittals to NOAA Fisheries
  • And more!

  Download the event flyer for more information

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• Sponsors Appreciation Event: Fireflies Game

  • When
    27 Aug 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Segra Park - 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC 29201
  • Spaces left
    34

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  NAEP-SC is excited to offer this special sponsors only event. NAEP-SC is covering all the costs as a way to say "thank you" to our sponsors! All company sponsored employees are invited! 
  
  Please join us the evening of August 27, 2026, at Segra Park for Fireflies baseball, dinner, and camaraderie. 

  You must register by August 14 so we can provide a headcount and obtain the tickets. Tickets will be provided electronically and we will email them to you.

  A coupon code will be provided to sponsors via email for registration based on your sponsorship level. 

  TIME & LOCATION

  August 27, 2026, 7:05 PM first pitch

  Segra Park

  1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC 29201

  ABOUT THE EVENT

  Please join us for dinner and socializing in the Concourse Suites as the Columbia Fireflies take on the Charleston RiverDogs! 

  NAEP-SC will provide the seats in the Concourse Suites, which are under cover, open-air suites. Suites include all-you-can eat buffet for 90 minutes from the start of the game. The ballpark menu provided will include jumbo hot dogs, grilled hamburgers, mac and cheese, popcorn, peanuts, and soft drinks. Beer and wine is not included with the tickets, but is available for purchase from the suite. 

  
  

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

  • When
    16 Sep 2026
  •  
    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

  NAEP 2026 NEPA WORKSHOPS (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
  •  
    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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• Lunch & Learn: SC State Archaeologist (SCIAA)

  • When
    2 Oct 2026
  •  
    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Michael Baker International - 700 Huger St., Columbia, SC 29201
  • Spaces left
    48

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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

  
  

  ABOUT THE EVENT

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• NAEP Webinar: 2025 NEPA Case Law Review

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

  NAEP WEbinar: 2025 NEPA Case Law Review

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

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

  SCMA/NAEP-SC Annual Environmental Scholarship Clay Shoot 

  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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• NAEP-SC Awards Banquet

  • When
    21 Jan 2027
  •  
    5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Saluda Shoals - 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
  • Spaces left
    55

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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!

  Sign up by July 31 for early bird pricing ($25 for members and $60 for non-members). After July 31, the pricing goes up by $10 each. 

  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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