1/6/12

Chesapeake Bay Foundation Interviews AE Ecological Construction Division Manager
In a recent blog post, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) quotes AE’s Ecological Construction Division Manager, Michael Peny, regarding the importance of stormwater compliance projects. In the post, CBF highlights the benefits of these projects in terms of environmental improvement and increased employment in the community. Onsite at Booze Creek – an AE stream restoration site - Michael Peny reports on the high demand for stormwater improvements in Montgomery County, MD and the resulting need for new hires. Check it out!

Top Project Award is Now Online!
As noted earlier, AE’s rain garden/bioretention project at Forest Hill Elementary School was honored as a Top Project of 2011 in Storm Water Solutions, an online and print environmental journal. The Low-Impact Development (LID) project was featured in the December issue and is currently available online. Check it out today!!

Completed Rain Garden at Forest Hill Elementary: A 2011 Top Project Winner by Storm Water Solutions

AE’s Stormwater Compliance Division Welcomes 5 New Clients
AE will provide inspection services for compliance with the Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) as well as the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) to five new clients this month. These include:

• NVR, Inc. - Site in Loudoun Co, VA
• New Boston Fund - Site in Harford Co, MD
• Dupont Fabros - Site in Manassas, VA
• Griffin Land - Site in Loudoun Co, VA
• Johnson Development Associates - Site in Anne Arundel, MD

We look forward to working with these new partners. Welcome!

12/22/11

Angler’s on the move!
As of January 2012, Angler Environmental’s Maryland office will be located at

1434 Odenton Road
Odenton, MD 21113

Stop by to say hello, or give us a call at our new number:

410-672-4326

We look forward to fulfilling all your environmental restoration needs from our new home.

11/21/11

AE Engineer Supports Muscular Dystrophy Association
Donate now!  AE engineer Joe Caterino, P.E., is participating in the West End Lockup, a fundraising event in Richmond, VA to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). On Dec. 8th, Joe will be "locked up" until his bail is posted - a $3,000 contribution to MDA. Help free Joe and support those suffering from muscular dystrophy. Click here and donate now!

11/15/11

Contract Awarded: AE to Reconstruct Stormwater Outfalls in Commercial Development
BPG Development Company selected AE to repair two stormwater ponds located in Highland Park, a commercial development in Sparks, MD. AE will repair and enhance two degraded outfalls with imbricated structures and class-one riprap material. AE will also install livestakes to facilitate natural slope stabilization. Expected to kick off in early 2012, this project is one of our first in Baltimore County, MD.

Contract Awarded: AE to Provide Wetland Delineation for 350 Acre Property
In preparation for facility expansion, Aggregate Industries selected AE to perform an extensive wetland delineation in King George County, VA. AE’s certified staff will investigate 350-400 acres for jurisdictional water resources on the property. AE will then submit its findings to the US Army Corps of Engineers for official verification.

10/28/11

AE Awarded Historic Selma Estates Stream Restoration Project
Angler Environmental was recently selected to implement the Historic Selma Estates Stream Restoration and Reforestation Project for Stanley Martin. Valued at over $425,000, the project involves the restoration of various unnamed tributaries of Limestone Branch. AE’s stream restoration and reforestation efforts will add value to the luxury neighborhood located just off historic Route 15 in Leesburg. Surpassing our local competitors for the restoration work, AE’s selection for the Selma Estates restoration reflects a longstanding relationship with Stanley Martin and our commitment to constructing quality environmental projects.

AE Wins Fairfax County Project: Sheffield Hunt Stream Restoration and Pond Retrofit 
AE’s Ecological Construction Division was recently awarded the Sheffield Hunt Stream Restoration and Pond Retrofit project from Fairfax County, VA. Valued roughly at $600,000, this contract consists of the restoration of approximately 1,000 L.F of a Pohick Creek tributary through a series of rock structures, such as rock steps, cross-vanes, and step pools. Work also includes the retrofit of the existing stormwater management pond through re-grading, and installation of storm drainage pipes, riser structure, access road, concrete end-walls, and other related items. AE is pleased to work with Fairfax County and looks forward to the start of construction in 2012.

10/14/11

AE Named Top Project Winner by Storm Water Solutions
Angler Environmental was honored by Storm Water Solutions for our work at Forest Hills Elementary School in Harford County, MD. AE received a “Top Project of 2011” award for the construction of two extensive rain gardens in the elementary school parking area. These features will ensure proper stormwater drainage through natural, low-impact technology. AE’s work at Forest Hills will be featured in the December issue of Storm Water Solutions.

AE had some valuable help from Forrest Hills Elementary students to plant new seeds. AE’s manager for the project, Dave Seaborn, Ph.D., explained to each class the basics of stormwater, demonstrating how natural solutions, such as planting, can help direct water flow. Thank you Forest Hills Elementary for this excellent opportunity to make environmental science come to life!

AE Helpers: Forrest Hills Elementary Students Plant Seeds in New Rain Garden

10/4/11

AE Completes Shoreline Stabilization for US Air Force Base
Angler Environmental (AE) contracted with AMEC Earth & Environmental to stabilize a shoreline located within a residential sector of the Dover, DE United States Air Force Base. The shoreline, bordering the St. Jones River, evidenced signs of significant bank erosion and prompted fears of a wash-out. AE was contracted to restore and stabilize three distinct segments of the shoreline. In total, this shoreline stabilization required class one rip-rap revetment, 604 live stakes, and 2800 brush bundles, cumulating in 565 linear feet of soil lifts with coir matting.
Work also included the installation of a concrete drainage structure with wing walls, rip-rap stone, and green gabion baskets (pictured below).These gabions were strategically placed to protect the renovated drainage structure and were filled with a mixture of topsoil, gravel and live stakes planted into the baskets.

Soil Lifts for Slope Stabilization

Drainage Structure with Green Gabions

565 Linear Feet of Shoreline Stabilization

9/1/11

AE Gears Up for 2nd Luck Stone Mitigation Project
Luck Stone, one of the nation’s largest producers of crushed stone, has re-enlisted AE to complete a wetland mitigation project valued up to $278, 000. The ecological restoration will be completed in concert with the relocation of Luck Stone’s Bull Run Quarry and Gum Springs Road, approximately 15 minutes from AE’s Manassas office. The project is slated to begin in mid-October.

AE is nearing completion of its first Luck Stone project: the re-design and restoration of 1400 LF of stream at Luck Stone’s Leesburg Quarry. A success for both parties, this initial project paved the way for an ongoing partnership between AE and Luck Stone. AE will continue to provide the highest standard of service and efficiency in all future Luck Stone collaborations.

AE Stream Restoration at Luck Stone Leesburg Quarry

AE Awarded North Cypress Creek Stream Restoration
Anne Arundel County, MD Department of Public Works recently announced its intent to award the North Cypress Creek Stream Restoration to AE. Valued at $1.5 - $2M, this project requires the creation of a headwater wetland with shallow and deep water habitats, the installation of concrete weir and cobble crossings, the stabilization of two stormwater outfalls, and the restoration of approximately 3,000 LF of stream.  AE will utilize Natural Channel Design in its implementation, as well as plant native trees, shrubs and herbaceous species around the stream area.

8/29/11

AE Joins Shirley Contracting for Opal Interchange Construction
Shirley Contracting Company has enlisted AE to provide stream remediation services necessitated by the upcoming renovation of the Opal Interchange in VA. The interchange, which connects Routes 29 and 17, is expected to produce considerable disturbance to a nearby stream. As a result, AE’s Ecological Construction Division will join the Shirley Contracting team to ensure that the natural resources of the area are carefully restored and preserved. Stream restoration activities are slated to begin in late September.
AE is thrilled to join Shirley Contracting, who is well respected in the heavy highway construction sector, evidenced by its 38 years of experience and work on highly visible projects such as the reconstruction of Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. 

Baltimore County Awards AE On-Call, Design-Build Contract for Environmental Restoration
Baltimore County, MD recently awarded AE an on-call contract for design-build, environmental restoration services. While AE will focus its efforts on the ecological construction tasks associated with this contract, our structure as a design-build firm will provide invaluable experience in full-service project management. AE is excited to help Baltimore County and other public agencies improve their water resources through this contract.  Please contact Scott Macomber, Federal Division Manager, for more information on utilizing this public contract. He can be reached at our Maryland office, 410-590-4170.

7/21/11

AE Ranked #6 Environmental Consultant by the Washington Business Journal
For the fifth year running, Angler Environmental has made Washington Business Journal’s ranking of the top 25 environmental consultants in the DC Metro area. We have remained in the top ten since 2007, and 2011 marks our highest ranking to date. We’re excited to keep climbing the list!

Landscape Management Magazine Ranks AE in 150 Biggest Entities in the Green Industry 
The June 2011 issue of Landscape Management Magazine ranked the top players in the environmental industry nationwide. Coming in at #130, Angler Environmental is thrilled to be recognized on a national level for its progress in green development. Thank you Landscape Management!

7/15/11

AE Joins Facebook!
Environmental recently published its own facebook page! We are excited to use this mega-media resource to enhance our client relationships and provide additional information on the ways we can assist water resource projects. By sharing more AE updates, project photos, and community outreach information, we hope to use Facebook to implement our underlying philosophy: superior client communication and service. Make sure to visit our page (link below) and click “Like”!

7/12/11

AE Supports US Troops in Golf Tournament 
In the spirit of July 4th, AE recently sponsored The Heritage Outdoor Fund’s “Putting for Patriots,” a philanthropic golf tournament to support wounded US troops. Held at the Fauquier Springs Country Club, this event brought together professionals from the Northern Virginia area for a day of golf and fundraising for our nation’s wounded soldiers. Chosen for their prowess in the swing and force in the drive, the AE team included (from left to right) Jeremy Clatterbuck (Construction), Casey Nestlerode (Stormwater Compliance), Jay Nestlerode (Friend of AE), and Paul Pitera (Consulting) They didn’t take home the top prize, but they did help contribute to the $26,000 raised for wounded US troops. Thanks to Jack Hazel of Virginia Monster Plots for getting AE involved in such a wonderful event!

AE Performs Underground Storage Structure Inspections
As environmental regulations tighten up, AE’s Stormwater Compliance division has rapidly expanded to meet the growing need for BMP inspection services. Utilizing the requisite OSHA Confined Space Certification, AE has incorporated Underground Storage Facility Inspections into its core stormwater services. This capability allows us to assist commercial properties retain compliance with stormwater compliance standards. If you have an underground facility that is due for an inspection, contact Jason Murnock, Stormwater Division Manager at (703) 393-4844 Ext. 211 or via email: jmurnock@AnglerEnvironmental.com

5/26/11

PWC Park Authority Receives over $370,000 from PWEB
On May 25, AE provided the Prince William County Park Authority a progress report for The Prince William Environmental Bank (PWEB) and presented the board a check for $373,400. This offering served as recognition for the revenue that the Park Authority has received to date from mitigation credit sales. Since 2007, AE and the Park Authority have worked together to create PWEB, a mitigation bank which will restore or preserve over 22 miles of stream on public land. While AE will provide all funding and assume all risk required by the bank, the Park Authority will receive restored streams on park lands at zero-cost. Additionally, they will continue to receive revenue on a long-term basis from each credit sale. We’re excited for our friends at the Park Authority to put these additional funds to great use in Prince William’s parks!

Don Seaborn offers the Board a PWEB progress report.

Boosting the Public Budget: (from left to right) Jay Ellington, Executive Director of the Prince William County Park Authority Board, Brenda Gardziel, Chairman of the Board, and Don Seaborn, Principal of AE.

Contract Awarded: Dominion Power selects AE to inspect 97 mile line
AE is pleased to continue its work for Dominion Power by providing stormwater inspections for the 97 mile, 500 kV transmission line running from Mt. Storm, WV to Doubs, MD. Last month, AE completed the erosion and sediment control master plan for phase I of the project and is looking forward to ensuring Dominion’s complete compliance through regular, on-site inspections. The new line, which will increase electrical capacity by 66%, is scheduled for completion in 2015. The project will require third-party inspections from AE until final completion of construction activities. We’re excited to assist this crucial improvement for the Mid-Atlantic Region!

The AE Fish Fry: A Complete Success!
We were thrilled to host the first annual Angler Fish Fry on May 20th.  After days of rain, the sun was shining, the fish were biting, and the aroma of freshly-fried catfish filled the air. Thanks to everyone who came out for the event – we hope to see you again next year!

Congratulations to Robin Bedenbaugh who took home ALL the fishing awards: First Fish, Most Fish, and Biggest Fish.

First Fish of the Day – 11:25 AM

Tying Mr. Bedenbaugh for biggest fish was John Roddy. The record – 13 ¾"

John Roddy ties for Biggest Fish

AE fishermen Keri Cilinski and Bryan Campbell show off their catches.

Keri Cilinski & Bryan Campbell

See more pictures of our Fish Fry on facebook

5/24/11

Scooter enjoying an afternoon of basking

Manassas Office Adopts a pet
Our Manassas office has adopted a Red Eared Slider from the Mid-Atlantic Turtle & Tortoise society (MATTS). MATTS has many Red Eared Sliders, as well as other types of turtles and tortoises, that need good homes. Visit matts-turtles.org for more information or www.matts.petfinder.com to view reptiles available for adoption and be sure to visit “Scooter” next time you stop by the office!

Go to our facebook page to see a video of Scooter and much more!

5/4/11

Contract Awarded: Fairfax County Dam Rehabilitation
AE was just awarded a Dam De-commissioning and Outfall Stabilization job for Fairfax County. Partnering with Sorensen Gross Construction Services, AE will rehabilitate the washed out spillway by removing degraded blocks, installing reinforced stone, re-grading and seeding the area. This contract, valued at approximately $300,000, is a testament to AE’s past performance with Fairfax county and continuing commitment to preserve the county’s water resource infrastructure. 

Approved: Phase I of 97 mile Dominion Power Line
Recently, AE received approval for our Erosion and Sediment Control master plans provided to Dominion Power. This plan will provide stormwater control for the first 27 mile phase of a 551 KV transmission power line. As this is the first segment of a 97 mile power line project, AE will continue to evaluate the erosion and sediment conditions of the line and will provide master planning for the remaining 70 miles. On to phase II!

Contract Awarded: James Long Park Environmental Assessment
AE will strengthen local ties with the Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA), as we have won the opportunity to provide an environmental assessment of James Long Park. AE will provide an analysis of the park’s environmental constraints, slope degrees, soil composition, habitats, endangered species, stream and wetland resources, and other relevant environmental features. Utilizing our GIS and mapping capabilities, AE can provide PWCPA detailed data of the park site to aid in appropriate land use planning. As AE is in constant collaboration with PWCPA for the completion of the Prince William Environmental Bank (PWEB), we are excited to assist our longtime friends in their renewed commitment to land stewardship.

PWEB Accepted to National Congress & Exposition 
AE recently gained national recognition with its acceptance to the National Recreation and Park Association’s 2011 Congress and Exposition! Held in Atlanta, GA, the aptly themed symposium, “Active Minds, Healthy Nation,” is the premier event for park and recreation professionals from across the county to unite and discuss environmental and economic sustainability issues. Skateboarding legend and keynote speaker, Tony Hawk will initiate this dialogue. 
AE will present its most recent mitigation bank, The Prince William Environmental Bank (PWEB), which represents our public/private partnership with the Prince William County Park Authority. This educational session will convey the tenants of mitigation banking, while highlighting the requirements and benefits of public/private collaboration within the process. We look forward to this opportunity to share PWEB with the rest of the nation!

New Residential Development: AE to Provide Stormwater Compliance Services
Leading the way in renewed residential growth, Lennar Homes has enlisted Angler Environmental to provide stormwater inspections for their latest Ashburn development, The Preserve at Goose Creek. Once completed, The Preserve will boast 500 luxury homes within a master planned community featuring a swimming pool, community center and gym. AE will oversee all construction activities to ensure our client’s full compliance with NPDES and VSMP requirements.

Recent Presentation:  AE unveils public/private partnership at Environment VA Symposium

    
Debbie Andrew, Prince William Park Authority

Don Seaborn, Principal at AE

AE kicked off the month of April at the 21st Annual Environment Virginia Symposium, “Sustainable Solutions for Uncertain Times.” In keeping with the theme of environmental sustainability and innovation, AE was selected to present its most recent mitigation bank, The Prince William Environmental Bank (PWEB). Located on public, park-owned lands in Prince William County, VA, PWEB represents a unique public/private partnership between the county, the local park authority, and Angler Environmental. While AE provides all funding for the stream bank’s design, permitting, and construction, the Park Authority receives restored park streams and revenue from credit sales, all at zero cost. Additionally, the county enjoys discounted credits for its projects and keeps the restoration benefits of mitigation within county boundaries. 

An innovative solution to sustainability obstacles in tight times, PWEB promises both economic and environmental benefit for all involved parties. AE was excited to share this model with fellow environmental professionals at Environment VA in hopes that other localities can realize the significant advantages of this unique partnership.     

KB Home: Newest Client for Stormwater Compliance Services
KB Home recently elected to use Angler’s Inspections Division to ensure compliance with the NPDES and aspects of their EPA consent decree for all DC Metro communities. Angler is happy to welcome them to our growing stormwater compliance clientele!

Educational Outreach: Senior Ecologist leads student tour of AE mitigation site; Students adopt AE model for wetland hydrology

Just days after presenting soil research at the Society of Wetland Scientists joint chapter meeting, AE ecologist Brad Petru led a group of students from Old Dominion University on a tour of an AE wetland mitigation site. AE designed and built the site with state-of-the-art technology in wetland hydrology analysis, producing 3-D topographic and groundwater fluctuation models that facilitate wetland designs that significantly reduce site grading requirements. As a result, soil disturbance and excessive compaction during construction are minimized.
As ODU students are adopting AE’s model for their research, Mr. Petru personally led a tour of the site, providing first-hand expertise on the inner workings and benefits of AE’s hydrologic model.  Additionally, AE has given permission to the students to conduct on-site sampling and data analysis for their research. This invitation to investigate in-house mitigation sites not only supports the community in terms of educational growth, but also ensures more rigorous monitoring for AE mitigation sites.

Mr. Petru presents soil data at the Society of Wetland Scientists Joint Chapter Meeting