Maryland Department of NATURAL RESOURCES

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Maryland Biological Stream Survey

Registry of Certifications

To be consistent with MBSS protocols, a taxonomist must be SFS certified in genus level EPT (East) and North American Chironomidae. The individuals listed below meet these standards. These certifications are good for 5 years from the date of issue.

Applicants Certified by the Society for Freshwater Science

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​​First NameLast NameEmailAffiliation
Certification and Date
​BrianCarlson[email protected]Water & Land Solutions, Inc.EPT (2023), NA Chironomidae (2023)
JosephGirgente[email protected]Coastal Resources, Inc.EPT (2021), NA Chironomidae (2025​)
JasonYork[email protected]Michael Baker InternationalEPT (2022), NA Chironomidae (2021)

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