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Attendee ExperienceAbout CharlestonCharleston, South Carolina, known for its rich history, well-preserved architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, is a major tourist destination. Nestled on the southeastern coast, Charleston is famed for its cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel historic houses, particularly in the elegant French Quarter and Battery districts. Getting Around Public Transit: The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) provides bus services throughout the city and surrounding areas. The DASH Trolley is a free service that runs through downtown Charleston, offering a convenient way to see many of the city's main attractions. Biking: Charleston is a bike-friendly city with several rental options available. Bike lanes and bike paths are common, particularly in downtown areas. Walking: Charleston is highly walkable, especially in the historic downtown area. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as many streets are paved with cobblestones. It takes about 20-30 minutes to walk from one end of downtown to the other. Important Tips Public Restrooms: Free public-use restrooms are not abundant in Charleston, so it's best to plan ahead. Restrooms are available in most restaurants, bars, and attractions for paying customers. Ticketed EventsSCORE Oyster Reef Build | Monday, April 28, 2025 | $25.00 Join us in the marsh for an Oyster Reef Build! NAEP has partnered with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) and the South Carolina Oyster Recycling and Enhancement (SCORE) program, to offer an opportunity for you to help enhance the marsh in Charleston, SC. SCORE is a program within SCDNR that bags recycled oyster shells and uses those to create oyster reefs along SC coast. The reefs provide habitat for numerous species and help prevent erosion in the marshes. It's dirty and wet work with lots of moving and lifting, but it is a ton of fun! SCORE is a grant-based program, so the fees associated with this field trip will be donated to SCORE.
President's Reception | Charleston SpiritLine Cruise | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | $25.00 Set sail with us at the President’s Reception aboard the Charleston SpiritLine Cruise! Enjoy the charm of Charleston’s beautiful waterways with hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, and round-trip transportation from the conference hotel included. This is the perfect opportunity to network, relax, and enjoy the stunning views with colleagues and friends.
Join NAEP on our cruise across Charleston Harbor to Fort Sumter, which holds an important place in America’s history. Details
Pre-Conference EventsCANCELLED | Charleston Tea Garden Tour | Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $50.00 Per Person This pre-conference event has been cancelled. Resume Building Workshop | Monday, April 28, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | No Cost The resume workshop is designed to guide participants through the essential elements of an impactful resume, focusing on tailoring content to align with career goals and industry standards. Attendees will learn effective strategies for highlighting accomplishments, using action-oriented language, and incorporating keywords that resonate with employers. We'll explore common mistakes to avoid and discuss ways to make your resume stand out amongst others. Through hands-on exercises, participants will refine their resumes and gain valuable feedback in a collaborative environment. The resume workshop will entail both lecture and interactive portions. The first portion, the speaker portion, will be led by a range of well-established environmental industry experts. The scope of discussion will be based on how to appropriately showcase skills, experience, and education on resumes to maximize the effectiveness of a resume. Following the speaker portion of the resume workshop, attendees will break out into groups with industry experts to lead personalized discussions. Within the breakout groups, attendees will be given the chance to outline their specific skills, experiences, and education and format them in a way to leverage their resumes throughout their careers. The overall goal of the resume workshop is to help inform attendees on how to create an effective resume and to help make the attendees more marketable in their respective industries.
Sign Up TodayPlease sign up by April 18, 2025. After the Resume Building Workshop NAEP-SC is hosting a Speed Career event designed to inspire and connect early professionals and students interested in environmental careers. This roundtable-style event allows mentees to engage directly with career professionals in environmental fields, gaining valuable insights into these mentors' backgrounds, certifications, and what a typical “day in the life” looks like.
Mentees will rotate through different stations, each hosted by a mentor eager to share their career experiences. Each round lasts 8-10 minutes, ensuring mentees receive meaningful, focused information. Sign Up TodayPlease sign up by April 18, 2025. We are thrilled to offer dine arounds to our attendees to enhance your conference experience. Savor an extra networking opportunity to get to know one another outside of a conference setting. Choose one or two of the amazing local Charleston restaurants you want to check out, sign up, and get to know your fellow attendees while you enjoy delicious food. Who knows? You might find you have more in common than just your great taste in food and associations. You may sign up for one restaurant each day after registering for the conference. While it is free to sign up, please note that you are responsible for the cost of your own food and beverage. Sign Up Now
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