About us

The Northeast Chapter of the Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (NEFAEP) is an organization of public and private sector environmental professionals and students from a diverse array of backgrounds throughout Northeast Florida.

We provide a platform for networking with a diverse array of industry members through thoughtfully planned professional development opportunities, social luncheons, hands-on trainings, and more.

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Our members include professional biologists, engineers, geologists, archaeologists, educators, regulatory agents, GIS analysts, and more. All are welcome!

We serve Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Duval, Flagler, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Levy, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns, Suwannee, and Union County.

Thanks to our industry sponsors

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Events

Upcoming Calendar

08/12 - FDEP Northeast District Lunch & Learn (Virtual)

MEMBERS & SPONSORS ONLY | Email board@nefaep.com to attend

Presented by Khristian Mangahas, ERP Permitting Manager at the FDEP’s Northeast District. This session will focus on the FDEP’s regulatory permitting for docks, seawalls, and residential fill, as well as UMAMs.

🗓️ Wednesday, August 12

⏰ 11:30 PM–12:30 PM

📍 Virtual event via Teams

08/22-23 - Second Annual Steinhatchee Scalloping Social & Overnight

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE, RSVP REQUIRED – CONTACT BOARD@NEFAEP.COM TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Snorkel, scallop, and swap stores at the NEFAEP’s second annual Steinhatchee Scalloping event.

EVENT DETAILS:
Arrive by 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, at Deadman Bay Marina. Parking is available across the street. The boat will return to the marina no later than 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. Return time may be earlier if conditions require. Boat participation is $20 per person and requires advance RSVP.

NEFAEP has rented a waterfront home in Steinhatchee for attendees who wish to stay on Saturday night. The house will be open throughout the day for non-boaters who prefer to relax by the dock and enjoy some quiet time. Scallopers are expected to return to the house by approximately 5:00 p.m. (or earlier if weather conditions require), followed by shucking, a potluck dinner, and cookout.

Click here to view house rental.

There is no swimming in the river unless you prefer to be eaten.

🗓️ August 22-23, 2026

📍 Meet at Deadman Bay Marina

09/12 - Jacksonville Shrimps Baseball Game Social

MEMBERS & SPONSORS ONLY | Email board@nefaep.com to purchase tickets

Each ticket includes a $10 food and beverage voucher. Enjoy over $40 in savings compared to normal ticket prices!

🗓️ Saturday, September 12

⏰ 6:35 PM

📍 Vystar Ballpark

🎟️ $10 per ticket; email board@nefaep.com to purchase

Past

In 2025, NEFAEP hosted engaging socials across Gainesville, Jacksonville, and St. Augustine; supported the annual St. Johns River Cleanup; delivered virtual Lunch & Learns with leading environmental agencies; organized field visits and community conservation activities; and offered hands‑on member outings. With this momentum, 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for environmental professionals across Northeast Florida.

Meet Our Board

Our team includes professionals from many sectors of the environmental services industry.

Becoming a Member

Interested in building your professional network, gaining access to unique training workshops, and diversifying your knowledge of current environmental issues?

Consider joining the NEFAEP & FAEP!

As a member, you will be able to attend local chapter happenings and the annual FAEP conference at a discounted rate. Membership also gives you access to our Member Directory, a comprehensive database that links you to over 900 environmental professionals throughout the state.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?

Support our mission to advance the environmental industry of Northeast Florida.

We offer four tiers of sponsorship:

Platinum Annual Sponsor

$1250 per year. Contact to purchase.

BENEFITS:

  • Exposure & recognition at NEFAEP functions as a “Platinum Sponsor”;
  • Promotional emphasis on NEFAEP flyers & banners;
  • Opportunity to be featured on NEFAEP social media;
  • All the benefits of the Gold & Silver Sponsorships.

Gold Annual Sponsor

$500 per year. Purchase here.

BENEFITS:

  • Exposure and recognition at every NEFAEP function as a “Gold Sponsor”;
  • Opportunity to be a speaker or moderator at a program;
  • One complimentary registration for all NEFAEP events for one year;
  • All the benefits of the Silver Sponsorship.

Silver Annual Sponsor

$250 per year. Purchase here.

BENEFITS:

  • Exposure and recognition at every NEFAEP event as a “Silver Sponsor”;
  • Company logo on printed NEFAEP flyers and banners;
  • Company logo on the NEFAEP website with link to company website;
  • Opportunity for your company to make a presentation at one NEFAEP luncheon.

Networking Social Sponsor

$150 per month. Contact to purchase.

BENEFITS:

  • Your choice of one month;
  • Company name and sponsorship in our promo announcements and event flyers;
  • Special recognition at Social and opportunity to offer brief remarks to attendees;
  • Opportunity to distribute company promotional materials at the event;
  • Provides for appetizers and one complimentary drink per social attendee.

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