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20 Week Training Program – February 2027 Exam

This session runs September 15th through January 12th for those targeting the February 2027 exam We’re excited to announce the second iteration of our modernized 20 week “guided” CFedS training session. In addition to regular online meetings (held every other Tuesday), the program offers a focused completion structure and additional reading recommendations. While joining is Read More »

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Mount Diablo Initial Point’s 175th Anniversary to Celebrate California’s Surveying Heritage

Mount Diablo, Calif. — On Saturday, July 18, 2026, California State Parks and the Mount Diablo Surveyors Historical Society will commemorate the 175th anniversary of the Mount Diablo Initial Point with a day-long public celebration highlighting the history and enduring importance of one of the West’s most significant surveying landmarks. The free educational event will Read More »

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Eight New CFedS for June 2026

Congratulations to each of the following individuals that passed the CFedS exam in June of this year: #1915 – Daniel Valasek of Boise, ID #1916 – Eric Nygren of Tualatin, OR #1917 – Jacob Langhans of Puyallup, WA #1918 – Jeston Parker of Glendale, AZ #1919 – Philip Stockwell of Mesa, AZ #1920 – Robert Knott Read More »

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Public Land Survey System Foundation Awards 2026 Survey Scholarships

Fresno, CA & Frederick, MD – May 22nd, 2026 — The Public Land Survey System Foundation (PLSSF) has announced the recipients of its 2026 surveying scholarships, continuing its mission to support the next generation of professional land surveyors through education and industry engagement. This year, the Foundation awarded scholarships to outstanding students enrolled in accredited Read More »

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Boise Meridian Initial Point Celebration: Surveying the Past, Mapping the Future

Event CoordinatorMichael Hart – mhart@blm.gov – 208-373-3981 BLM Office: Idaho State Office Event DatesMay 2, 2026 12:00 pm – May 2, 2026 5:00 pm Event LocationOld Idaho Penitentiary2445 Old Penitentiary Rd.Boise, ID 83712 BLM Idaho has partnered with the Idaho State Historical Society, Idaho Public Television, Idaho Department of Education, National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS), Idaho Read More »

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20 Week Training Program – October 2026 Exam

This session runs May 5th through September 8th for those targeting the October 2026 exam We’re excited to announce the second iteration of our modernized 20 week “guided” CFedS training session. In addition to regular online meetings (held every other Tuesday), the program offers a focused completion structure and additional reading recommendations. While joining is Read More »

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Seven New CFedS for February 2026

Congratulations to each of the following individuals that passed the CFedS exam in February of this year: #1908 – Terry Rowe of Spring, TX #1909 – Michael Stewart of Kenab, UT #1910– Lucas Dill of Bellingham, WA * – Katherine Stearns-Beck of Minneapolis, MN #1912 – Paul Daniel of Waco, TX #1913 – Beverly Pascual Read More »

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20 Week Training Program – June 2026 Exam

This session runs January 6th through May 12th for those targeting the June 2026 exam We’re excited to announce the second iteration of our modernized 20 week “guided” CFedS training session. In addition to regular online meetings (held every other Tuesday), the program offers a focused completion structure and additional reading recommendations. While joining is Read More »

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Six New CFedS for October 2025

Congratulations to each of the following individuals that passed the CFedS exam in October of this year: #1902 – Eathan Nicley of Newport, OR #1903 – Boyd Katzmann of Houston, TX #1904 – Gryfen Brinson of Chandler, AZ #1905 – Jason Primas of Long Beach, CA #1906 – Jon-Michael Smith of Swansea, IL #1907 – Read More »

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20 Week Training Program – February 2026 Exam

This session runs September 9th through January 13th for those targeting the February 2026 exam We’re excited to announce the second iteration of our modernized 20 week “guided” CFedS training session. In addition to regular online meetings (held every other Tuesday), the program offers a focused completion structure and additional reading recommendations. While joining is Read More »