Who Are We?
We are a partnership of government, business, scientists, conservation organizations, agricultural interests, and individuals for the preservation, protection, and restoration of the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary in southeast Louisiana.
If you live, work, or play in the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary or are one of the millions that use its resources across the nation, you have a vested interest in its restoration.
What’s Going On?
Our mission is the preservation and restoration of the Barataria-Terrebonne estuarine system, the 4.2 million-acre region between the Atchafalaya and Mississippi Rivers.
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Events & Opportunities
Invasive Species Coordinator
Position: Invasive Species CoordinatorOrganization: LUMCONLocation: Thibodaux, LADeadline: April 15Full Job Posting & to Apply
Native Plant Nursery Coordinator
Position: Native Plant Nursery CoordinatorOrganization: LUMCONLocation: Thibodaux, LADeadline: Feb. 22Full Job Posting & to ApplyThe Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program is a unique and complex, multi-year [...]
Coastal Restoration Planner
Position: Coastal Restoration Planner - Louisiana Organization: The Capital Soil and Water Conservation District The Capital Soil and Water Conservation District has an opening for [...]
PUBLICATIONS
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CALENDARS
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Migratory & Resident Birds
BTNEP has built the framework for the conservation of bird population that use the area through monitoring and educating the public on bird issues.
Education
BTNEP strives to educate the public on environmental issues and help teachers bring environmental education to their students in the classroom.
Invasive Species
BTNEP aims to raise awareness and understanding of invasive species and create effective solutions.
Water Quality
BTNEP is dedicated to educating and assisting citizens to take action on their own property and in their own lives toward improving water quality in our estuary.
Outreach
Through a number of projects and events, BTNEP strives to build relationships with the community to increase awareness about the BTES and the issues it is facing.
Native Plant Production
BTNEP collects native seed and stock to grow out plants at our production facility for use in habitat restoration.
Habitat Restoration
BTNEP selects project areas that are based on our mission of preserving and restoring the BTES.
Volunteer
BTNEP volunteers play a vital role in habitat restoration, while also learning about important ecological and economical characteristics of the BTES.
What Is BTNEP?
Learn about the estuary.Dig Deeper
Find out why estuaries are so important to you.What Can Be Done?
It's not too late. We have a long term plan to manage our wetlands effectively.Ready To Help?
Learn how you can be a part of the solution!The Louisiana Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary is the fastest disappearing landmass on Earth.
In the time you’ve spent on this site, 0 ft² have been lost.*
Upcoming BTNEP Management Conference Meeting Dates
| November 1, 2018 Plantation Suite @ Nicholls State University | February 7, 2019 Plantation Suite @ Nicholls State University | May 2, 2019 Plantation Suite @ Nicholls State University | August 1, 2019 Plantation Suite @ Nicholls State University | November 1, 2019 Plantation Suite @ Nicholls State University |