ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Association of  Massachusetts Wetland Scientists (AMWS),  started in 1991,  includes over 200 members from Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine.

AMWS is comprised of wetland professionals with diverse expertise in wetland functional analysis, mitigation planning, delineation, plant propagation, regulatory policy, research and education. Our members are wetland scientists, soil evaluators, engineers, conservation commission agents, regulatory officials and other environmental professionals.

Through standing and ad hoc committees, board meetings and interaction with State and Federal regulators, members have the opportunity to provide scientific expertise that can help shape State and Federal wetland policies and regulations. Our educational workshops, internet presence and publications make us a leader in wetland protection.

AMWS is a non-profit, tax exempt, member-supported organization.

Officers and Committee Members 2011-13

 

AMWS Board of Directors Officers are elected at the Annual Meeting and serve two year terms. President Brian Butler Vice President Jacob Dunnell II Secretary Jennifer Carlino Treasurer Michael Howard Immediate Past President                                                          Heidi Davis Standing Committee Chairs   Government Affairs     Membership        Newsletter       Program/Education   Glenn Wood, Esq.            Jacob Dunnell II     Alyssa Jacobs   John Dick     Non-Standing Committee Chairs                        Ethics                        Professional Networking          Wildlife                        Michael Seekamp               Dave Gorden                                Diana Walden Past Presidents Heidi Davis Michael Seekamp Gillian Davies Glenn Wood, Esq. Paul Lelito William Kuriger, Ph.D. Patrick Garner Randall Christensen Mickey Marcus

                      Association of  Massachusetts Wetland Scientists Code of Ethics

 
    1. A professional opinion shall be based upon matters of established fact or direct observation.
    2. Client confidentiality shall be observe in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. However,

        at no time shall facts be misrepresented or otherwise affected by personal, political or client interest.
    3. Any personal, political or contractual conflict of interest shall be disclosed to all concerned parties.
    4. A member of the Association of Massachusetts Wetland Scientists shall make no representation on behalf
        of AMWS except as authorized by the Board of Directors.
    5. AMWS members shall encourage students and trainees in their professional advancement and ethical
       development.
    6. AMWS members shall not discriminate on the basis of religion, gender,sexual orientation, race, nationality,
        age or physical handicaps.
    7. AMWS members shall present opinions in the public forum only if qualified to do so by training and
        experience. Matters of fact or record shall be clearly distinguished from professional opinions.
     8. AMWS members shall not impugn the reputation of another professional by the use of false, biased or
         undocumented evidence.
     9. AMWS members shall maintain original records of field work and professional conclusions in accordance
         with appropriate laws and regulations.

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