Wetland Ecology: SC Native Plant Certificate Elective 5.14.25

Wetland and riparian (streams & rivers) ecosystems are among the most productive and biologically diverse systems in the world, yet they are among the most threatened. Common wetlands in our region include floodplains associated with stream and river corridors, swamps, bogs, and marshes. These systems are vital for a sustainable global ecology, providing key functions such as pollution filtering for surface waters and ground waters, floodwater buffering, and wildlife nurseries. In this course, you will learn the basic science behind defining these systems and the special features that characterize wetland habitats in our region. You will also learn the basics of how the science and law (the Clean Water Act) meet to help protect these vital ecosystems. Dr. Jeffery Beacham, ecologist and SCNPS State Board of Directors President Emeritus, will be your instructor and guide.

Location: SC Botanical Garden; Conference Center, upper level
Time: 9 am- 5pm

Please Note: All classes are open to the public. If you would like to pursue the South Carolina Native Plant Certificate Program, all core classes plus 4 electives are required for completion.

Some classes in the certificate program include fieldwork and can be physically demanding We may use hiking trails with moderate difficulty. Participants must be in good physical condition and able to hike 1-2 miles without difficulty or assistance over terrain with steep sections, where footing will be uneven, with frequent tree roots, rocks, muddy areas and fallen tree trunks to climb or step over. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots are required.

Please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively. Contact Sue Watts with any questions about the program and the code for the 10% discount which applies to Garden Friends and SCNPS members. Sue Watts:

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the class will be subject to a 20% processing fee. Cancellations made less than 7 days before the class will be refunded subject to the discretion of the SCBG (less a 20% processing fee).
Class registration cannot be transferred to other classes.

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