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Spring is stirring! As the season of renewal approaches, the Princeton Hydro team is gearing up for a fresh lineup of conferences, community programs, and environmental stewardship events. In this Spring Events Spotlight, we highlight what’s ahead and share how you can get involved.
New Jersey Coastal Resilience Collaborative (NJCRC) and Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) are hosting the 2026 New Jersey Coastal & Climate Resilience Conference from Monday, March 9, through Wednesday, March 11, at the Seaview Hotel in Galloway, NJ. With a theme of “Navigating Changing Tides,” The three-day event, themed “Navigating Changing Tides,” brings together hundreds of coastal and climate resilience professionals to gather, learn, collaborate and celebrate.
Princeton Hydro is a proud conference sponsor and leading a full line-up of conference events:
Get more info and register.
We are proud to sponsor and excited to attend the Farmington River Watershed Association’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, March 20 from 7-9 PM at Miss Porter’s School Hacker Theater. This 8th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival is a celebration of our river that will include 11 visually stunning films focused on a variety of interesting, engaging and inspiring topics, including Flora, Fauna, and Funga from Southern Chile; the restoration of the Klamath River, the largest river restoration effort in history; and a feature on the Farmington River Coordinating Committee’s River Stewards! Participants will also enjoy lots of delicious snacks and fun raffle prizes from Ski Sundown, Hartford Yard Goats, Haworth’s Flower and Gifts, Thule, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Brewery Legitimus, Pia Sjolin Design, CT River cruise, Yoga Lessons, Collinsville Canoe & Kayak. The purchase of your $25 ticket includes access to the full program as Video-on-Demand so you can watch from home between March 20-26.
We recently partnered with FRWA and Miss Porter’s School for the removal of the Winchell-Smith Dam, which reconnects 30 miles of critical upstream habitat on the Farmington River. Click here to read more about that project.
Click here for more Film Fest details and to purchase tickets.
Presented by the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, the 2026 Watershed Congress takes place in-person at Alvernia University in Reading, PA from 8:30am through 3:30pm. The Watershed Congress has evolved since 1998 to advance the best available information and techniques for protecting and restoring watersheds. The focus on networking across disciplines means that the Watershed Congress melds science, policy, and practical applications into one program. As a result, the annual Watershed Congress is a highly anticipated event for people interested in understanding, protecting, and restoring their local streams. Princeton Hydro, an event sponsor, is proud to share that our Director of Restoration & Resilience Christiana Pollack, CERP, CFM, GISP, is giving the keynote address along with Lamar Gore, Refuge Manager of John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum and Kim Hachadoorian, Urban Conservation Project Manager for The Nature Conservancy. Their presentation is titled, “Resilience Rooted in Place: Partnering with Communities to Address Flooding Through Nature-Based Solutions, and Why “With Community” Needs to be Foundational.”
Additionally, our team members are leading two educational sessions:
The Wayne Conservation District, in partnership with the Lake Alden Watershed Association is hosting a free seminar focused on aquatic invasive species. The program is funded through a PA Lake Management Society Mini Grant awarded to Lake Alden Watershed Association. This free, community event will take place Saturday, April 11 from 10am – Noon at the Park Street Complex located at 648 Park Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Participants will hear from Pennsylvania Sea Grant and Princeton Hydro’s Senior Director of Field Services Scott Churm who will discuss effective strategies for preventing the spread of invasive species and current treatment methodologies. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore an interactive Harmful Algal Bloom (HABs) display. Whether you’re a lake community resident, an outdoor recreation enthusiast, or simply interested in protecting local waterways, this event offers valuable insight you won’t want to miss. The seminar is free, but registration is requested.
Presented by the Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, the New Jersey Invasive Species Strike Team Conference is considered the most comprehensive state-wide forum on invasive species. This year’s conference, being hosted at the Boathouse at Mercer Lake, encompasses insights from both academic research and field experience, and features practical demonstrations by land stewards in addition to formal presentations. Princeton Hydro is sponsoring the conference and exhibiting. Our Director of Field Services Scott Churm along with Dr. Emile DeVito of NJ Conservation Foundation are presenting on efforts to eradicate the invasive silty pond mussel from New Jersey waterways. Over 200 people are expected to attend. We hope to see you there!
The Phoenixville Green Team invites you to participate in a special screening event of the award-winning documentary “The Little Things that Run the World” at the historic Colonial Theater in Phoenixville, PA. The documentary introduces viewers to a diverse group of scientists, nature lovers, gardeners, farmers, and general bug enthusiasts in exploring the importance of flying insects amid rapid declines in their numbers, what’s causing the decline, and what can be done to reverse the trend. The special film screening will be immediately followed by a presentation and “talkback” session with Princeton Hydro’s Aquatics Project Manager Tanya Dapkey, CE, a freshwater ecologist and entomologist with over 20 years of experience. Tanya has a Master’s degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania where she used DNA barcoding and macroinvertebrate sampling to assess water quality in freshwater streams. The Colonial Theater is a non-profit arts organizations and an iconic landmark of downtown Phoenixville that attracts more than 60,000 patrons per year.
Get more info and buy tickets.
NJDEP is hosting the 7th Annual Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Summit, “From Plans to Progress: Taking Action for Healthy Waterways,” a free virtual event from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM that brings together experts and stakeholders to discuss HAB drivers, impacts, current research, and management strategies. This Summit is part of a statewide effort launched in 2019 after widespread HAB outbreaks led to beach closures and health advisories across New Jersey, prompting a $13 million investment in local prevention and mitigation projects, the formation of a statewide HAB Expert Team, which includes Princeton Hydro’s Senior Technical Director of Ecological Services Dr. Fred Lubnow, and the creation of annual summits to support ongoing education and collaboration.
The Colorado Lake and Reservoir Management Association (CLRMA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Spring Conference, to be held at Pelican Bay Marina at Cherry Creek State Park. CLRMA brings together engaged citizens and water resource professionals who share a commitment to protecting, managing, and enjoying Colorado’s lakes and reservoirs. The 2026 Spring Conference will focus on this year’s theme, Resilient Reservoirs: Adapting Water Management to Climate and Drought, highlighting practical strategies, emerging research, and adaptive approaches to water management in the face of changing environmental conditions. The full conference agenda will be released soon. Lunch will be provided for all registered attendees, and park admission is included with registration.
The Nature Conservancy and American Rivers are hosting “Understanding Sediment Management,” a free virtual training on April 23, from 9:30AM – 12:00 PM EST. This webinar is designed for practitioners, regulators, and partners engaged in river restoration and dam removal projects. Presentations will cover the role of sediment in dam removal planning, evaluation methods, regulatory compliance, and applied case studies:
Each presentation will be immediately followed by a brief Q&A session, and the event concludes with a panel discussion and summary presentation by Beth Styler Berry of the Nature Conservancy and Serena McClain of American Rivers.
Join SAME NJ Post for the sixth annual Coastal Resilience in NJ conference, a full-day program focused on innovative strategies, proactive planning, and implementation solutions for storm risk management and coastal restoration across New Jersey. This year’s program brings together leaders from government agencies, academia, nonprofits, and industry to explore real-world projects and collaborative approaches addressing increased storm intensity and coastal flooding. Featured speakers include representatives from NJDEP, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and regional universities. Attendees will gain insight into active restoration initiatives, barrier island planning efforts, and student-led research shaping the future of coastal resilience in the region. Continuing education credits are available. The day concludes with a networking happy hour featuring a complimentary oyster bar from the Barnegat Oyster Collective, along with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Our team is looking forward to the 11th Annual George Stafford Highlands Golf Classic at the Hawk Pointe Golf Club, benefiting the New Jersey Highlands Coalition and honoring the legacy of longtime staff member George Stafford. Join us for a beautiful day on the green featuring 18 holes of golf, great food including our tradition of Empanadas on the Green, networking, and the presentation of the Highlands Lifetime Achievement Award, all in support of protecting the New Jersey Highlands. Princeton Hydro is proud to be a Hole Sponsor and excited to participate in the golf tournament! Princeton Hydro and the NJ Highlands Coalition have been working together for over a decade on regulatory compliance reviews, environmental impact analyses, and stormwater management projects throughout the region.
Princeton Hydro is a proud sponsor of the Hackensack River Nation Summit 2026 hosted by Northern New Jersey Community Foundation. This one-day event, held at Fairleigh Dickson University from 8:30am to 3:30pm, has become one of North Jersey’s largest gathering of river conservation experts. Join environmental experts, community leaders, public officials, and others working to protect the health of the Hackensack River Watershed and connect more people to the Hackensack River. Keynote speaker Captain Bill Sheehan of Hackensack Riverkeeper will kick off a day packed with workshops, networking events, and breakout sessions, including “Getting a Stormwater Utility in Your Community,” which is moderated by Director of Marketing & Communications Dana Patterson Grear.
Lake advocates, environmental professionals, researchers, and community leaders will gather for the 44th Annual New York State Federation of Lake Associations (NYSFOLA) Conference at the Fort William Henry Hotel and Conference Center overlooking beautiful Lake George. Participants from across the region will explore longstanding lake and watershed challenges through the lens of innovation, collaboration, and science. This year’s theme, “Shared Lakes: Shared Responsibilities,” will guide conversations focused on strengthening stewardship and advancing collective solutions for New York’s lakes. The two-day program will feature a robust lineup of educational sessions, workshops, an exhibitor hall, and networking opportunities. Our team members are leading a variety of workshops:
Princeton Hydro is a conference sponsor, a long-time member of NYSFOLA, and looking forward to participating in this year’s event!
Princeton Hydro is proud to sponsor the 2026 New Jersey Land Trust Summit, taking place May 15 at the Johnson Education Center in Princeton, NJ. This gathering offers a dynamic forum for land trust staff, volunteers, board members, and conservation partners to explore emerging trends in land protection, strengthen practical skills, and collaborate on strategies that advance New Jersey’s conservation goals. Attendees will also have opportunities to visit exemplary restoration and land‑preservation projects that highlight the impact of coordinated stewardship across the state. Hosted by the Land Trust Alliance, an organization dedicated to empowering land trusts nationwide to protect the places people rely on and cherish, the Summit welcomes anyone engaged in land conservation in New Jersey. Registration opens March 16.
Learn more.
Princeton Hydro participated The Delaware Wetlands Conference at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, which drew more than 425 attendees, featured 75 presentations and poster displays, and hosted 45 exhibitor and sponsor tables. The two-day gathering offered a robust mix of workshops, poster sessions, networking events, lunch-and-learn opportunities, an exhibitor hall, and plenary sessions, with professional credits available for participants. The agenda spanned a wide range of timely and technical topics, including soil science, climate adaptation, assessment and monitoring, and wetland restoration and creation. Princeton Hydro sponsored the event, exhibited, and led two workshops: Environmental Scientist Ivy Rose, PWS presented “Third River Urban Park and Habitat Creation Project – Brownfield Turned Wetland Sanctuary.” And, Director of Restoration and Resilience Christiana Pollack, CERP, CFM, GISP presented “Urban Flood and Habitat Resilience in the Lower Darby Creek Watershed.”
PALMS hosted its 36th Annual Conference at the Wyndham Garden State College. Attendees engaged in a diverse lineup of professional presentations, workshops, and panel discussions highlighting the latest findings and innovative approaches related to invasive species, monitoring strategies, best management practices, pollutants, and harmful algal blooms. The conference offered a valuable forum for lake managers, researchers, consultants, and environmental professionals to exchange knowledge and advance effective lake and watershed stewardship across Pennsylvania. Princeton Hydro sponsored the event and two of our team members led workshops: Senior Technical Director of Ecological Services Dr. Fred Lubnow presented “A Review of the Use of Biochar for Lake and Watershed Management” and Project Manager – Aquatics and Environmental Scientist Pat Rose presented “The Evaluation of Innovative Treatment Strategies to Proactively and Reactively Control Near-Shore HABS.” Fred also participated in an “Ask the Experts” panel.
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