"Very helpful to me, especially monitoring well design, construction and development topics. I have a much clearer picture of well construction now." Rich Howe, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians

"One of the best courses I have ever taken. The knowledge and practical field experience of both Dave and Gillian Nielsen is quite remarkable. Excellent presentation skills and friendly attitude is appreciated." Tariq Mangrio, Gemini Industries, Inc.

"I didn't expect to learn so much in the last four days! The text book, slide shows and pamplet are excellent materials. The Nielsens are great instructors and are very knowledgable." Sophi Beym, Bishop Paiute Tribe

"Excellent job! Very knowledgeable and friendly folks. I learned a lot." Syd Tate, McCoy and McCoy Labs

"Great. Though I've been in this field several years, I was surprised to feel I learned much more than I thought prior to the start of this class." Keith Johnson, Westinghouse Savannah River

"Great technical course. This is the Harvard of sampling schools! I'll be back for more." Craig Haverstick, Anteon Corporation

"Very good instructors. Complete course materials. Excellent quality of slides. Demonstration devices and field sessions were excellent." Milagros Rodriguez, Project Manager, Puerto Rico Port Authority

"Very useful and informative course. This course was definitely a lot of bang for your buck." John Smithey, Project Geologist, CDG

"I find that the Nielsen Environmental Field School course is the most complete and detailed course available to the environmental world." Lyle Smith, Project Coordinator, Cheyenne Sioux River Tribe

"I was impressed with the amount of information presented in an absorbable manner. I learned a lot." Richard Kelley, Equipment Technician, City of San Diego Landfill

It is a difficult challenge - to present the right blend of theory and practice to a class of varying levels of experience - but you guys did a great job of it." Glenn Ball, Project Manager, O'Connor Associates

"This was a very good course and I would like to continue taking more of your courses." Tony McDonald, Remediation Specialist, Union Carbide/Dow Chemical Company

"I appreciate the level of teaching in this course. Too often I attend seminars and the instructors teach like everyone in the classroom has a PhD! This class did not have that approach and, therefore, I learned a lot more." Leanne Schroyer, Registered Environmental Health Specialist, County of Humboldt Environmental Health Department

"Exposure to various methods and equipment for ground-water monitoring has been exciting. Course instructors were very knowledgable." Sean Milanovich, Water Resources Supervisor, Agua Calienta Band of Cahuilla Indians

"I was very impressed. There were some issues of monitoring that I was not even aware of. I really learned something." John Parada, Environmental Technician, La Posta Band of Mission Indians EPA

"Very informative. Just enough technical material. Being new to the environmental field, I did not find it difficult to follow course information." Tracy Weston, Project Manager, Maine DEP

"Good all around course. Didn't focus on a particular method or style of well installation or sampling. No technique was excluded." Jason Hill, Ground-Water Technician, EnviroCare of Utah

"The course was extremely informative. There was much more insight on topics than I had anticipated!" Douglas Boulanger, Environmental Specialist, Allegheny Energy

This course is great. In my case, it answered a lot of questions I had concerning sampling, well construction, equipment use and site characterization." Darrell Crockett, Project Manager, Miller Springs Remediation Management

"Very good course, obviously you have ample field experience and keep up to date with new technologies. Probably the best overall ground-water monitoring course currently offered." Bill Thompson Sr., Environmental Engineer, Montana Power Company

"This course was wonderful - intense but very informative!" Heather Husband, Water Quality Coordinator, Three Affiliated Tribes, Environmental Division.

"Excellent course material and content - thoroughly enjoyed field sessions and examples used during the course which can be applied to practical real-world problems. Course content delivery was excellent - things really flowed!" Carrie Dew, Project Manager, O'Connor Associates

"Both instructors were excellent. They knew their audience. This was the "best" course I have attended. Excellent field knowledge. Great humor and slides!" Angel Vega, Field Technician, Sandia National Laboratories

"This course was a good overview of ground-water monitoring and provided me exposure to state of the art techniques. It was also a good refresher course which helped to identify problems with my current and past ground-water monitoring programs." Ed Coggin, President, Coggin & Fairchild

"Very useful for my job. With this course, you fixed a lot of problems that I didn't imagine that I even had!" Eric Morissette, Field Geologist, Naya, Inc.

"I would strongly recommend this course to the contractors who work at my site. The quality of my whole long-term monitoring program would greatly increase if all team members attended this course." Marc Connally, Remedial Project Manager, U.S. Air Force

"Better than excellent. I'm impressed with the organization and content of the course. Even an old goat like me learned some things. I also liked the presentation of state-of-the-art technology available and the associated good, bad and ugly during use." Theodore Johnson, California Department of Toxic Substances Control

"Your class was very informative and educational. You present the newest sampling techniques and the most state-of-the-art equipment in an open and enjoyable atmosphere. It was the best!" Nita O'Mahoney, Computer Sciences Corporation

"Excellent data and information -- a whole science covered in 4 days. Impressive -- the Nielsen experience shines through." Joss Moore, Environmental Specialist, Tetra Tech, Inc.

"Instructors are very knowledgeable about the topics and the industry. This course has helped me dispell many industry myths and has given be the techncial information to help move the industry toward more technically competent goals." Phil Gray, Geologist, Storb Environmental, Inc.

"Very informative and entertaining. Information presented was accessible to varying levels of experience. Entertaining instructors, relaxed atmosphere, pleasant opportunity to meet others in my field." Thomas Jones, Principal, Jones Brothers Company, Inc.

"Well organized, detail-oriented and practical. Great balance between classroom lecture and field exercises. The knowledge I gained will benefit my future career." Patricia Manrique, Environmental Scientist, URS Corporation

"Very thorough! Helped me to expand my thinking on many aspects of ground-water monitoring and sampling." Pavanne Pettigrew, Geologist, West Virginia DEP

"This was an excellent course and, for me especially, I can see where I can improve current protocols." Reg Swart, Oliver Mangione McCalla

"An organized, entertaining course full of useful "real life" information. Great take home material." Adam Ciotti, RGS Engineering Geology

"This was one of the best, most practical and informative courses of this type I have ever taken." Sara Arva-Piper, Nevada DEP

"I enjoyed the hands-on approach in the classroom and the presentation slides were well prepared." Kristoffer Hewitt, Environmental Engineer, US Air Force

"I thought the material was presented clearly and not too technically complicated. I wish I had taken this two years ago." Sue Swiger, Project Geologist, GZA GeoEnvironmental

"This course was very well presented and would appear to benefit any consulting firm that emphasizes ground water sampling." Matthew Hall, Geologist, GZA GeoEnvironmental

"I thought that this course was very helpful for a field staff to understand what it takes to have a successful sampling job." J.P. Buckingham, Geologist, SME Inc.

"Excellent course. Well planned and executed. Thank you!" Logan Hansen, Geologist, EKI

"Excellent. Course moves quickly and covers a lot of information." Kathy Lippert, President, Greystone Environmental Services

"Great course. Very informative for a relatively new technician without much prior ground water experience." Steve Walker, Environmental Specialist, Larson & Associates

"Both of you guys did a great job! Not only did you answer my questions, it was interesting to hear other people's questions & comments. Thanks for the enlightenment!" Andrew Robertson, Environmental Specialist, The Carel Corporation

"Very informative. I learned things I should have been doing a long time ago." Jeremy Richter, Environmental Specialist, SECOR International

"Overall course was informative, educational and interesting. It will help me next time I am out in the field. Also provides a good background and the course notebook will provide a good reference." Aaron Costa, Laboratory Technician, City of Keene Laboratory

"I learned a lot and I felt that the instructors really cared about course attendees and that you were genuinely interested in our professions." Barry Damschen, President, Barry Damschen, Inc.

"Well presented. For someone just getting into this field, I learned a lot, yet I realized that I have a lot to learn." Laura Gay, Environmental Technician, Maine DEP

"Overall the value of the course information as presented is excellent. Every comany should consider sending all field/project personnel to this course." Robert Thompson, Project Geologist, Enviro-Logical Solutions, Inc.

"I was very pleased with this course. Explanation of different techniques and equipment was quite informative and useful. This, along with the instructors' knowledge of real field situations, made this course both educational and enjoyable." Denese Ballew, Solid Waste Environmental Manager, Buncombe County Solid Waste

"I would definitely recommend this couse to any person involved with ground water programs. Beginners and seasoned personnel can benefit from attending this couse." Tina Burt, Chemist, Entergy

"I thought the course was well-organized and informative. There was something new for everyone." Rachelle Smith, Laboratory Manager, Sam Houston University

"A really good course. Covered all of the basics needed for beginners but provided comprehensive details for people with lots of experience. Very knowledgeable instructors." David Hill, Senior Engineer, Professional Services Industries

"I've gained more from this class than any other I've taken. A lot of practical useful information." Cathy McDaniel, Environmental Specialist, Shell Oil

"The course is excellent and was professionally and technically well presented ." John Egbuluese, Assistant Geologist, Brown & Caldwell

"I appreciated the extensive history/background information that explained the why's and wherefore's of what I've been doing. Also the explanation of correct methods." James Baker, Senior Process Technician, SEH America

"This is a well-organized, well-presented field course that should probably be made mandatory for personnel involved in ground-water sampling." Odessa Bowen, Compliance Specialist, Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management

"An excellent refresher plus source of additional information/new procedures and equipment. Just the right amount of technical information combined with hands-on experience. Two days well spent!" Melinda Goelz, Field Geologist, Corrigan Consulting, Inc.

"I feel that by attending this course I'm going to take back very valuable information to conduct a better sampling program." David Gonzales, Environmental Technician, City of Tempe

"Enjoyed the course very much. Including a hands-on field session further reinforced the topics covered in the classroom. Going back to the basics and eliminating bad habits will only improve my skills." Paul Ferri, Environmental Scientist, Yankee Gas Services Company

"Course content was excellent - extremely thorough! Thank you!" Bill Braunschweig, Environmental Technician, Wisconsin Electric Power

"Very informative, especially since I've been sampling with no formal training (and not correctly I've discovered!)" Cheryl Hession, Project Manager, Consumers Energy

"I found this course to be excellent in helping to develop my skills in developing and implementing ground water sampling programs. The instructors were great!" Mike Lambert, Project Manager, Cummings - Riter

"Being fairly new to this field, the course was very informative. The two instructors made the course fun at the same time and informative. It was very easy to follow everything." Michael Wickham, Environmental Specialist, City of Lancaster.

"You really concentrated on a lot of confusing issues and made them easy to understand. Great tricks of the trade!" Shellie Perrie, Environmental Specialist, Potomac Electric Power Company

"Well balanced presentations and applications to real world situations. Best short course for field applications that office-types should absolutely attend." Scott Underwood, Project Manager, IT Corporation

"You are the most field savvy instructors I've ever come across! Most know the regulations, but not the practicalities of the job." Angela Frias, Environmental Engineer, US Navy Public Works Center

"Very well executed, informative and interesting. Looking forward to attending additional field course training in the future!" Andrea Layne Brazell, Environmental Specialist, ThermoRetec Corporation

"Excellent presentation of problems associated with conventional purging and sampling technicques, and the resolution of these problems using micropurging. Instructors were very knowledgeable and comfortable with the subject matter both from a theoretical and practical standpoint." James A. Slaughter, Principal, Slaughter Environmental Consulting

"This was a great course. You provided concrete reasons why not to use traditional well-volume purging techniques." Todd Campbell, Geologist, Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr and Huber

"Great Class! Much more entertaining and had more in-depth information than EPA SOP classes. Good use of references, excellent presentation and organization of course materials." Amy Spotts, Environmental Specialist, ThermoRetec

"This course contains a lot of information. It has given me a better view of what I'm doing and why. It has also showed me a correct way of doing things instead of following how someone else does the sampling." Robert Hutchinson, Associated Electric Mining Division

"Great overview for sampling surface and ground water and soil. Thanks for your time and effort in putting together such a comprehensive and beneficial course." John Cunningham, JR Simplot Companies

"Instructors were very knowledgable. They obviously have a lot of field experience. I now have ideas to implement better sampling practices when I return to work." Matthew McClean, The Region of Peel

"Excellent course. Very informative without being overwhelming." Leslie Semler, Hamp, Mathews & Associates

"The field demonstrations were excellent. They provided a great opportunity to fine tune familiar sampling techniques and learn many new options." Eric Slosser, BBC & M Engineering

"Excellent. The course was perfectly designed with someone like me in mind." Pam Pinson, Phelps Dodge Chino Mines Company

"The course was very informative. I really learned a lot, especially in the field sessions. The direct-push sessions were great!" Mike Lambert, Cummings/Riter Consultants

"Very thorough course. Excellent instructor knowledge and interaction with the class." Mike Geubert, Landfill Environmental Specialist, Metro Landfill

"Excellent course! Good coverage of environmental sampling theory and field procedures. Nice mix of theory in the classroom and practical implementation in the field." Greg Snider, Environmental Specialist, US Army Corps of Engineers

"I was thoroughly impressed by both instructors. I learned so much about how to improve my current job skills and why I do some of the things I do in my job." Stephanie Whitfield, Field Technician, LTI Environmental Engineering

Excellent! Material covered was all new to me. Instructors were very knowledgeable and have practical work and field experience to apply to the subjects being covered which really enhanced my learning throughout the course." Holly Fisher, Environmental Technician, Merck & Company Pharmaceutical

"The best technical class I've ever been to! You kept the information interesting and held my attention the whole time!" Bill Hagen, CPT Operator, US Navy

"Extremely relevant to my work - it helped me improve my skils and I enjoyed the opportunity to meet other people in related fields in the class." Jennifer Lagerbohm, Environmental Scientist, McDowell & Associates

"Great experience; it gave me a better understanding of how and why the various sampling procedures are necessary." Rita Whitehorse-Larson, Environmental Quality Project Assistant, Gila River Department of Environmental Quality

"A lot of useful information. A good portion of it will directly affect my work in the field - how we sample, what equipment we use, and how we write sampling plans." Alyssa Gall, Associate Engineer, ENVIRON Corporation

"Loved the course! It was great! It opened my eyes for procedures in sampling. I look forward to more courses offered by The Nielsen Environmental Field School!" Chris Lawver, Bioenvironmental Specialist, U.S. Air Force

"Very well organized. Encouraged class participation which was good because there were a variety of backgrounds. Field exercises/projects provided good hands-on training." Ethel Burse, Physical Science Technician, Department of Energy

"This course was excellent. Information was presented very well, especially when considering the amount of material that was covered. Although I have already done a lot of the things covered, this course was useful in pointing out to me the occasional short cuts that have become more like habits over the years." Brian Beneski, Oil & Hazardous Materials Specialist, Maine DEP

"Overall, a wonderful course. It gave me a strong base of knowledge and understanding of the sampling I am involved with at work." Kacee Deener, Project Manager, Alcoa Eastalco Works

"You did a wonderful job introducing me to a broad range of field studies/objectives/strategies/sampling techniques. I feel I learned more than I possibly could have from manuals or experienced field people in the office. Thanks!" Kimberly Schmidt, ENVIRON Corporation

"The best course of this type that I have ever attended." Jeffrey Deems, Environmental Engineering Technician, US Army CHPPM Europe

"Extremely thorough, very comprehensive course with instruction by knowledgeable professionals whose experience is evident throughout the course. Excellent resource for equipment." David L. Corpuz, Water Planner, Elwha Klallam Tribe

"This is an excellent practical course, not a book course. The experience of the instructors shows through." George Ruddock, Environmental Chemist, IBEX Environmental Limited.

"Excellent coverage of a wide range of topics. Specific examples and pictures are beneficial for understanding the use of sampling equipment. Great hands-on opportunities; good rapport with the class." Dottie Schmitt, Environmental Engineer, ThermoRetec Corporation

"The content was both at my level (everything was new to me) and those who had many years of experience. Very in-depth, and you can get out as much as you want." Ian Ward, Environmental Specialist, SAIC

"Comprehensive and informative. Useful for contractors, regulators and the regulated community." Phillip Weathersby, Section Chief, CERCLA, Mississippi DEQ

"Very impressed with the background and work experience of the instructors. Information was presented with real world site experience!" Jim Pray, Project Manager, Maine DEP

"Very informative with emphasis on practical applications that are useful. Would (and have) recommended your courses to friends and colleages." Charles Johnson, Project Manager, Earth Sense Americas

"Best TNRCC-approved course yet." Juan Somoano, Project Manager, IT Corporation

"The best course I've been to!! Thanks." Gerald Stauffer, Senior Project Manager, Valero Energy Corporation

"I would highly recommend this course. The instructors understand and have encountered "real world" conditions and are gifted in the manner in which they pass on their experiences in the classroom." Gerardo Garcia, Project Manager, Conestoga-Rovers & Associates

"Very well designed course. Both instructors were knowledgeable of material presented and questions asked. A very good class, the field session was extremely helpful." C.D. Mock, Field Investigator, TNRCC

"Comprehensive and "latest technology and approaches". Not conventional or traditional--looking ahead." Tom Larson, Project Manager/Geologist, ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller

"Very good course for field level and project manager level personnel. However, good for more experienced personnel too who have forgotten or are not aware of new technologies".  Russ Weigand, Hydrology Manager, Harding Lawson Associates

"The course was well organized and very informative. The variety of field equipment and reference material was excellent!" Alma Walker, Environmental Investigator, TNRCC

"A course that any environmental professional (i.e. regulators, owners and consultants alike) would benefit greatly from." Robin Stewart, Department of National Defense

"Truly excellent presentations! Instructor interaction is readily available. Excellent insight on course material and on the selection of environmental instruments!" Jeff Scheerhorn, Duke Engineering & Services

"I enjoyed this class very much. The information obtained from this class will assist and enhance my current job responsibilities." Greg Morgan, Honda of America

"Well done. Course was efficient and exceeded my expectations." Mark Haney, Vice President, Harding ESE

"Great course - interesting and practical." Kenneth Nyren, Auditor, Northeast Utilities

"I really enjoyed the course. I learned many new things that I will definitely implement into my daily job." L.T. Edwards, Environmental Field Technician, Reed Engineering

"I feel that the contents of the course were presented in a manner that was educational and to the point. The environment was relaxed to permit one-on-one instruction to occur too." Rob Leventry, Project Manager/Geologist, Green Environmental, Inc.

"Overall the course was very informative. Field exercises were very interesting. Micropurge exercises in the field are very useful." Richard Gonzales, Environmental Lab Technician, Air Products & Chemicals

"Well outlined and delivered. Useful, practical, modern information and ideas!" Barrett Bole, Geologist, T/GE Resources

"Very well done. Good combination of fundamentals and field demonstration." Tim Buscheck, Senior Hydrogeologist, Chevron Oil

"Money was well spent. I received a lot of very useful information during this class!" Gordon Cattell, Senior Chemist, Consumers Power

"Very good. The instructors were not only knowledgeable, but were friendly and approachable!" Debra Curry, Supervisor Water Quality Impact Assessments, New York City DEP

"Very knowledgeable and hands-on oriented instructors. Field work demonstrated discussion topics very clearly". Adam Doran, Environmental Specialist, Central Maine Power Company

"Very informative - cleared up some misconceptions that I had. We need to alter some current sampling techniques!! Thanks for a great course!" John Perry, E/PRO Engineering & Environmental Consulting

"Very well done - in all aspects. Clear presentation, well rounded. Excellent course." Charles Head, Principal, Sanborn, Head and Associates

"Great course and instructors. Just perfect. I will attend future classes!" Alex Franckewicz, Environmental Specialist, US Army CHPPM

"Very informative. Wouldn't change a thing." Michael Wickham, Environmental Specialist, City of Lancaster

"Good hands-on and informal class setting with ample time to ask questions of instructors." Dave Nicklaus, Ohio DOT

"Overall good job and well thought out. Very informative and entertaining." Edward Savarese, Environmental Specialist, Walden Associates

"Course was taught on different levels which is not easy. Well presented and informative for new and experienced people." Richard Cunningham, President,
C & E Environmental

"Excellent course. Very well presented with more than adequate coverage of topic areas. Field demonstration was very useful and educational." Roger Grantham, Program Manager, City of Fort Worth

"The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and readily available to answer any questions, even ones not related to the course." Joachim Eberharter, Tetra Tech

"I believe this course was very beneficial. A lot of useful information was provided. The instructor was very knowledgeable. The course setting was laid back and comfortable." Tiffany Dawson, SW Florida Water Mgmt. District

"It was a very complete course, a lot of information and a good complement to my current knowledge. Thank you very much." Daniel Portocarrero, GIS Projects Designer, HPO Engineering

"This was a very informative course. Super presentation of technical material which made it easy to understand." Billy Caldwell, Environmental Techncian, Perry & Sons, Inc.

"Lots of useful information! I look forward to taking another course." Michael Swift, Vice Chairperson, Fort Independence Reservation

"Outstanding! One of the best environmental courses I have attended." Dave Klenk, Environmental Engineer, West Valley Nuclear Services

"I learned a great deal – there was a lot of information. I liked how the instructors shared their personal field experiences with the class." Tori Foerste, Environmental Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

"Excellent course. Lots of valuable information and data. Practical "hands-on" focus very valuable." Thomas Davis, Illinois Power

"Tons of really useful/practical information. Should be required for drillers/well installers to get certification to install wells." Tony Giunta, Hydrogeologist, New Hampshire DES

"This was an excellent presentation of basic ground water movement and hydrology. Well presented. Thank you." Annette Duerock, Environmental Health Specialist, Panhandle Health District

"This course was a very good basic overview of the topic - a lot of material was covered very effectively. It would be good for a wide range of students - novices to experienced individuals." Dave Finnegan, Technical Staff, Los Alamos National Lab

"A very professionally presented course." Lyle Smith, Coordinator, Cheyenne Sioux River Tribe