About Us
Striking a balance between competing uses of coastal resources is becoming harder in the face of development pressures and population growth in the coastal zone. Accurate and timely information is the key for making the best possible choices about coastal issues. Often, coastal decisionmakers do not have access to the relevant science-based information and tools. The Coastal Training Program addresses these issues by cooperating with regional partners to deliver professional training programs based upon the most current scientific knowledge available.
In 2001, Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve (SINERR) began development of the Coastal Training Program (CTP) as an expansion of its overall education program. CTP is funded by the National Estuarine Reserves Division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and matched with state resources through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
The SINERR Coastal Training Program provides support and information to elected officials and professionals so they can better manage the coastal resources so vital to their economies and way of life. CTP responds to individuals, businesses and communities by providing information on topics ranging from waste removal systems to shoreline erosion and shellfish habitat. The Coastal Training Program targets the entire coastline of Georgia and partners and collaborates with many agencies and organizations, which is the key to a successful Coastal Training Program. Please see our links and resources pages for a listing of these organizations.
Program Goals and Objectives
Programs Offered
Workshops, seminars, and lectures are offered at a variety of locations. Some focus on content topics such as groundwater protection, estuarine ecology, wetland restoration, and open space protection, while other workshops focus on processes and skills such as resource mapping, conflict resolution, and updating environmental regulation. CTP can also respond to specific requests for information as needed.