Rice Lake Classroom/Field Event
Best Management Practices and Product Demonstrations
for Erosion Control and Stormwater Management
Thursday, September 26, 2024
8 am-4 pm
Morning Classroom Session:
8 am-1 pm
Northwood Technical College (formerly Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College)
1900 College Dr, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Afternoon Field Event:
1 pm-4 pm
American Excelsior Company ErosionLab
1695 19 ½ Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Registration: $234
NASECA-WI/MECA Member Registration: $214
Registration closes Friday, September 20
NASECA-WI Members: You must be logged in to receive the member rate
MECA Members: Please email meca@mnerosion.org to receive the coupon code
Event Details
This popular annual event has been hosted since 2005 in partnership with the American Excelsior Company ErosionLab, one of only a few erosion control testing laboratories in the U.S. This event allows attendees to learn from experienced professionals and view product testing under a variety of control measures set up as stations around the ErosionLab.
NASECA is excited to partner with MECA again for this year’s Rice Lake Event!
If you are a MECA Member, please email meca@mnerosion.org for a discount code
Agenda
Wednesday, September 25
9-Hole Golf Scramble: 1 pm (approx)
Wednesday Evening Reception: 6-8 pm
Thursday, September 26 (times are approximate)
Morning Classroom Sessions at Northwood Technical College
Breakfast and registration: 8-8:30 am
Classroom Sessions: 8:30 am-12:00 pm
Lunch: 12:00 pm-12:45 pm
Afternoon Field Event at American Excelsior Company ErosionLab: 1-4 pm
Classroom Session/Demonstration Topics Include: More details coming soon!
- Low-Flow Channel: Erosion Control Products and Proper Installation Demonstration
- Proper Seeding Techniques
- Choosing the Right Product for the Job
- Know your BMPs
- Dewatering devices and additives
Continuing Education/Professional Development Hours
Attendees will receive 6 CE/PDH credits. The WI Dept of Safety and Professional Services has approved this program for Commercial Building Inspector (CBI), Dwelling Contractor Qualifier (DCQ), Journeyman Plumber (JP), Journeyman Plumber-Restricted Service (JPRS), Master Plumber (MP), Master Plumber-Restricted Service (MPRS), Soil Tester (ST), and UDC Construction Inspector (UCI). Course ID 17393.
Join Us for a Wednesday Evening Reception!
Wednesday, September 25 6-8 pm
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
824 Bear Paw Ave, Rice Lake, WI
Cost: $30
This popular event will give you a chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones. Join us for food, beverages, and fun!
You Asked FORE It!
Wednesday, September 25
Approximately 1:00 pm
Turtleback Golf Course
1985 18 1/2 Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Cost: $55
We’re excited to offer attendees the opportunity to play in a 2- or 4-team nine hole golf scramble. We’re working on getting prizes, but regardless, it will be a great time!
Golf Digest consistently awards Turtleback the prestigious 4 star rating. The four star rating is given to courses Golf Digest deems “OUTSTANDING. Plan your next vacation around it.”
Scramble Rules
Hotel Information
A room block has been set-up at:
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
824 Bear Paw Ave, Rice Lake, WI
715-736-7444
Other accommodations nearby include:
Best Western Inn
2835 S Main St, Rice Lake, WI
715-234-7017
Interested in demonstrating your product at or supporting this event?
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to reach stormwater and erosion control professionals in both Minnesota and Wisconsin! Find more information here
Thank You to Our Event Host, Sponsors, Exhibitors and Demonstrators
Past Event Photos
