Welcome to the web site of the Western Chapter of the Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS), an international organization of about 3,500 members dedicated to fostering sound wetland science, education, and management. SWS is the society for wetland professionals. It puts at your fingertips the latest research, access to the smartest people in the wetlands business, and links to the most interesting developments.

The Western Chapter includes Arizona, Nevada, California, Hawaii, and the Pacific Islands. Our chapter membership is engaged in research, management, and regulation of the diverse array of wetlands that occur throughout the Western U.S. We encourage you to explore our web site, learn more about SWS, and contact members of our Executive Committee to learn how you can get more involved.

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