Description

Vermont Wetlands Ecologist Shannon Morrison will describe the value of wetlands in our natural environment in terms of water quality protection, flood protection and other issues significant to property values. Participants will learn how to identify wetland characteristics, classifications, and conditions for development restrictions. Participants will understand permit requirements for site-specific conditions and will practice using the Wetland Screening Tool to map specific sites. Contact information for state specialists regarding assessment and permit applications will be provided.

Instructor: Shannon Morrison, M.S.

Shannon Morrison has worked for the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation as a District Wetlands Ecologist since 2000. She assists landowners, developers, farmers, and municipalities in interpreting and implementing the Vermont Wetland Rules in Lamoille, Washington, Essex and Orleans Counties. Shannon graduated from the University of Vermont in 1998 with a M.S. in Botany.