• Spring 2026 Stormwater Webinar Series

    Spring 2026 Stormwater Webinar Series

    Join us for our spring webinar series featuring practical insights on stormwater management topics relevant to Iowa communities and professionals. All sessions run from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and will be recorded for later viewing. February 17 - Contech Jellyfish Stormwater Filters Glenn Byers from Contech will present on Jellyfish filter technology and its ... Read more

  • IStorm 2026 – Weathering the storm: Adapting together for resilient communities

    Maucker Union Ballroom 1015 Maucker Rd, Cedar Falls, IA, United States

    IStorm 2026 brings together stormwater professionals from across Iowa to share knowledge, celebrate successes, and build community resilience. This year’s conference explores how infrastructure and people alike rise to meet today’s stormwater challenges while honoring the dedication of environmental professionals working to protect Iowa’s water resources. Learn more: https://iowastormwater.org/istorm-conference-exhibition/

  • Iowa Certification for Inspection and Maintenance of Stormwater Practices (ICIMSP) – In-person in Waterloo, IA

    Cedar Valley SportsPlex 300 Jefferson St, Waterloo, IA, United States

    One-Day In-Person Training Join us for a comprehensive, hands-on training designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively inspect and maintain stormwater best management practices (BMPs) across Iowa. This certification program combines classroom instruction with real-world field experience to prepare you for the challenges of stormwater infrastructure management. Training Overview This ... Read more

  • Bioretention Design Webinar

    Bioretention Design Webinar

    This two-day virtual training covers advanced bioretention design for stormwater management based on the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual. Participants will learn about bioretention cells, bioswales, and tree trenches from experienced Iowa practitioners, including critical design elements, pretreatment strategies, enhanced pollutant removal techniques, and vegetation selection. The workshop explores proven inspection and maintenance approaches to ensure ... Read more

  • Bioretention Design Webinar

    Bioretention Design Webinar

    This two-day virtual training covers advanced bioretention design for stormwater management based on the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual. Participants will learn about bioretention cells, bioswales, and tree trenches from experienced Iowa practitioners, including critical design elements, pretreatment strategies, enhanced pollutant removal techniques, and vegetation selection. The workshop explores proven inspection and maintenance approaches to ensure ... Read more

  • Iowa River Restoration Toolbox: Level 1 Training

    Clive, Iowa Clive, IA, United States

    This four-day training teaches streambank stabilization and restoration techniques using the Iowa DNR River Restoration Toolbox. Led by experienced restoration professionals, the course combines classroom instruction with hands-on field exercises at a local stream site. Hosted by the Great Outdoors Foundation in partnership with ISWEP and the Iowa DNR. What You'll Learn The course covers ... Read more

  • Iowa River Restoration Toolbox: Level 2 Training

    Clive Aquatic Center 1801 NW 114th St., Clive, Iowa

    This four-day advanced training focuses on geomorphic design principles and practical implementation for stream restoration projects. Through classroom instruction and field work, participants develop conceptual restoration designs for an active project site using the Iowa DNR River Restoration Toolbox. Completion of Level 1 training is required for registration. Hosted by the Great Outdoors Foundation in ... Read more