Minnesota Association of Professional Soil Scientists

MAPSS was established in 1973, the Minnesota Association of Professional Soil Scientists (MAPSS) is the only organization representing the professional interests of soil scientists in Minnesota. MAPSS promotes the understanding and wise use of Minnesota's soil resources. Our members consist of professional soil scientists, consultants, researchers, teachers and students, as well as those who just have an interest in soils. 

Looking for a Job in the field of Soil or Environmental Sciences?  Become a member today! 

Each month you will have access to over 20 new jobs in the area of Soil Science, Environmental Science, or related fields.  These are local jobs in Minnesota and the surrounding area.  Enjoy all of the benefits of membership for 2013. Click here for more information. 

MAPSS 2013 Scholarship

W e have recieved many applicants for the MAPSS 2013 Scholarship. We appreciate the donations in order to make this scholarship possilbe.  We also thank the applicants for taking the time to apply for the scholarship.  The Scholarship Committee along with the Executive Commitee will be working in conjunction to help select our 2013 Scholarship recipient. 

Upcoming & Current  Events

For upcoming events please visit our Calendar. 

2013 Summer Anniversary Tour

University of Minnesota Dept. of Soil, Water and Climate (DSWC) Centennial

Minnesota Association of Professional Soil Scientists (MAPSS) 40th Anniversary

 

June 28th, 2013

8:00-5:30PM

Anniversary BBQ at 5:30PM

 

For more information and to Register click here.

 

Dig-It at the Bell Muesuem, U of MN Campus

 

Upcoming Dig It! Events

For upcoming Dig-It Events visit: http://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/ForAdults/Exhibits/DigIt/


 

 

Our condolences to the Farnham family

It is with deep sadness to report the news that Dr. Rouse Farnham, MAPSS Honorary Member, recently passed away from an illness following a hip fracture. He was 95 years old. Dr. Farnham was a faculty member in the department from 1950 to 1985. He joined the soil survey classification team in the Soils Division in 1950 with a 50% appointment in the Experiment Station and a 50% appointment with the Soil Conservation Service (now NRCS). He became a full time faculty member in 1955. Dr. Farnham was best known for his work on mapping, classification, and utilization of organic soils. A visitation will be held Monday, February 4 at the Roseville Memorial Chapel located at 2245 N. Hamline Ave., Roseville, MN from 5:00-6:00 pm followed by a brief memorial service at 6:00.

Stormwater Thief
The video "Stormwater Thief" was written and produced by our very own Dave Bauer!  We viewed this video at the MAPSS Winter Tour.  Take a look at it today at:  Stormwater Thief

MAPSS 2013 Executive Committee
  President:   Mark Wespetal, PSS

  Past President:   Steve Lawler, PSS 

  President-Elect:    Janine Anderson

  Secretary:   Dan Nath

  Treasurer:   Roger Risley 

 

Auger Newletter Editor:  Kathryn Aro