IECA Mountain States Chapter Events

Coming Soon

  • January 24 & 25: 2nd Annual GREEN and BLUE Seminar In Grand Junction
    • Join the top professionals in the industry for presentations on soil health, soil stabilization, and new technologies for geotextiles, geogrids, and underground detention systems. Learn how soil health leads to successful vegetation for reclamation projects in mining, oil and gas, transportation, and construction.
  • Feb 1-3: Wyoming Engineering and Surveying Society Conference In Casper, WY
    • Keynote: Yellowstone National Park Superintendent Cam Sholly will share details of Yellowstone’s record June 2022 flood event and the park’s response and recovery. He’ll also highlight additional infrastructure improvement projects from Yellowstone and across the NPS.

MSC Chapter Meeting At National Conference

  • Tuesday Feb 7, 2023 4-5p. Location TBD (currently working on a restaurant within walking distance so we can eat and have annual meeting)
  • Please contact [email protected] or 701.934.2846 if you are unsure of where the meeting is being held and don’t want to miss out.

2023 IECA National Conference Information

February 5 – 8, 2023 | Kansas City Convention Center | Kansas City, Missouri

We are excited to announce that the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) and the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) will co-locate the Geosynthetics Conference with the IECA Annual Conference & Expo in Kansas City, Missouri, February 5 – 8, 2023. The combined conferences are anticipated to attract over 3,000 attendees and double the exhibition area for both associations.

Please review pricing for the event as follows:

Pre-Conference Interactive Workshops

All prices are listed IECA Member | Non-member

  • After Jan 13:  $50 | $75
  • 3-Hour Interactive Workshop: $75 | $100

3-Hour Workshop require pre-registration and include: training course, training materials and refreshments.

Conference

All prices are listed IECA Member | Non-member

Full Conference Pass:

  • After Jan 13: $950 | $1,150
  • Young Pro. Full Conference Pass: $874

A Full Conference Pass includes: Access to all technical sessions, the expo hall, the Contractors Corner, continental breakfasts, luncheons, refreshment breaks and receptions where applicable.

One Day

All prices are listed IECA Member | Non-member

  • One Day Conference Pass:  $575 | $675

A One Day Pass includes: access to technical sessions, the expo hall, continental breakfast, lunch, refreshment break and reception where applicable only on the day you register for.

  • Expo Hall Only Pass: $120

This pass does not include any education, except access to the Contractors Corner or meal functions. It only allows an attendee to visit the exhibit hall while it is open.

Ticketed Events

All prices are listed IECA Member | Nonmember

  • Sun, 5 Feb: Kansas City BBQ and Brew Tour: SOLD OUT
  • Sun, 5 Feb: Welcome Reception hosted by  IECA Great Rivers Chapter:  $30
  • Mon, 6 Feb: IECA/GEO Young Professional Event: $20
  • Wed, 8 Feb: Industry Field Tours: $35 | $45
  • Additional Meal Tickets:  $50

Hotel Information

February 27-28 ND Reclamation Conference 

We are excited to release the agenda for the 2023 ND Reclamation Conference February 27-28 at the Astoria Event Center in Dickinson, ND.

This will bring together those working on reclamation in the region to discuss restoration in challenging environments. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Elise Gornish, Ecological Restoration Specialist at the University of Arizona. Her keynote address will focus on restoration successes and failures and how we can use this information to make restoration better. The conference will include a general session focused on site characterization and how it influences reclamation success. As well as, breakout sessions on reclamation in saline and sodic conditions and sensitive environments.

Registration is now open! We still have booth spaces and sponsorship opportunities available. Visit our website: www.ndreclamation.com for more information.

May 8-11, 2023: Mine Design, Operations & Closure Conference

The Mine Design, Operations & Closure Conference is back for its 31st year! Known for its strong educational component and networking opportunities, this conference is one you won’t want to miss. The event will once again offer the latest in mining-related technologies and methods, delivered by a host of industry professionals. Make plans to attend!

Conference Fees

  • $160 Monday Field Trip (full day)
  • $395 Full General Session (Tuesday – Thursday)
  • $140 Daily General Session (Wednesday or Thursday)
  • $115  Daily General Session (Thursday)
  • $235 Virtual General Session

Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

By attending the Mine Design, Operations & Closure Conference, you will be eligible for Professional Development Hours (PDHs). Each hour of class time equates to one PDH.