Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association (FSBPA)

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Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association (FSBPA)

A League of Cities and Counties on Beach and Coastal Issues Two landmark bills were passed to:

1. create the State Department of Beaches and Shores.

2.

The Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association was organized in 1957 at a meeting of 37 local government and university leaders concerned about the growing problem of beach erosion that had virtually destroyed important resort beaches such as Miami Beach. They recognized that erosion was a statewide problem that couldn't be handled by individual cities and counties alone. The first acts of the

newly created FSBPA were to persuade the 1957 Legislature to get the State of Florida involved in beach preservation. establish a research wave tank at the University of Florida. Since then, FSBPA has spearheaded virtually every important component of Florida's beach preservation program. Thanks largely to FSBPA's efforts, Florida leads the nation in beach preservation. Over 200 miles of beaches have been nourished. More projects are planned.

05/15/2026

Want to showcase your organization at the 2026 Florida Resilience Conference?
With 600+ attendees, this is your opportunity to showcase your organization, build valuable connections, and support conversations shaping Florida’s future.

Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are now available on our website today ➡️ https://floridaresilienceconference.org/exhibit-sponsor

05/11/2026

Register now for the 5th Annual Florida Resilience Conference this September!

Hosted in partnership with Resiliency Florida, this conference brings together leaders from across the state to discuss coastal, infrastructure, planning, and energy resilience, including the 69th Annual FSBPA Meeting on Beach Preservation.

The conference will take place September 23-25 at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, Florida. Early-bird registration and hotel reservations are now open, so be sure to reserve your room early to take advantage of the group rate.

Register Now: https://www.eventsquid.com/contestant-reg.cfm?event_id=32184
Book your room here: https://book.passkey.com/event/51244728/owner/50659627/home
For more information, visit our website ➡️ https://floridaresilienceconference.org/

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from FSBPA! 🌎

As we celebrate Earth Day, we recognize the importance of collaboration across science, policy, and community to meet these challenges.

Let’s continue working together to preserve, protect, and strengthen Florida’s beaches. 🌊

03/27/2026

Last call—don’t miss your chance to present!

There are just a few days left to submit your abstract for the 2026 Florida Resilience Conference at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. This year’s theme, Advancing Resilience: Collaboration in Action, brings together leaders and innovators working to strengthen Florida’s future.

Share your work, connect with experts from across the state, and be part of the conversation driving real impact.

📅 Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026
📣 Acceptance Notifications: June 16, 2026

Registration, hotel reservations, and sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities open in April.

🔗 Submit your abstract: https://cfp.sched.com/speaker/xPnraB4OjX/event
🔗 Learn more: https://floridaresilienceconference.org/call-for-abstracts

03/10/2026

Submit your abstract now!

There are only a few weeks left to submit your abstract for the 2026 Florida Resilience Conference in Charlotte Harbor at the Sunseeker Resort! The theme this year is Advancing Resilience: Collaboration in Action.

Don’t miss the opportunity to share your work and collaborate with resilience leaders from across the state. Submit your abstract today and be part of the conversation shaping Florida’s resilient future.

📅 Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026
📣 Acceptance Notifications: June 16, 2026

Registration, hotel reservations, and sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities will open in April.

➡️Link to submit an abstract: https://cfp.sched.com/speaker/xPnraB4OjX/event
➡️More information on our website: https://floridaresilienceconference.org/call-for-abstracts

02/18/2026

What an unforgettable week at the 39th Annual Conference on Beach Preservation Technology in St. Augustine Beach! 🌊

With a record number of attendees, this year’s conference was our largest yet, which is a true testament to the strength and growth of Florida’s coastal community.

We began Wednesday with the pre-conference 2026 Outlook on Florida Coastal Dredging Projects Workshop, followed by an Opening Session featuring strong local presentations, timely discussions on shelly sand, and a turtle-friendly design panel. We were also honored to receive a welcome from St. Augustine Beach Mayor Beth Sweeny.

Thank you to our attendees, speakers, moderators, volunteers, sponsors, and exhibitors for making this event a success. Special appreciation to Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc., the West Coast Inland Navigation District, and Sebastian Inlet District for sponsoring our Student Scholarship Program and supporting the next generation of coastal professionals.

We are already looking forward to 2027!

02/03/2026

We’re excited for the 39th Annual Conference on Beach Preservation Technology to kick off tomorrow at beautiful St. Augustine Beach, Florida 🌊

From the rolling waves to the iconic pier, there’s no better backdrop for meaningful conversations on protecting and strengthening our coastlines. We can’t wait to welcome everyone and dive into the week ahead!

01/30/2026

FSBPA is excited to welcome 350 attendees to the 39th Annual Conference on Beach Preservation Technology next week in St. Augustine, Florida 🌊

We’re looking forward to connecting with coastal professionals for meaningful conversations, knowledge-sharing, and innovation in beach preservation. Attendees are encouraged to network and visit with our exhibitors throughout the conference.

01/24/2026

🌊 Thank You to Our Sponsors! 🌊

We are incredibly grateful to the sponsors supporting the 39th Annual Conference on Beach Preservation Technology. Your partnership helps bring together experts, innovators, and leaders dedicated to protecting and preserving Florida’s beaches.

Thanks to your continued commitment, this conference remains a premier forum for advancing coastal science, engineering, and beach management. We look forward to seeing you in St. Augustine, February 4–6!

Register here: www.fsbpa.com/tech-conference/registration.html

01/12/2026

🌊 Now Accepting Abstracts! 🌊

The Call for Abstracts for the 5th Annual Florida Resilience Conference is LIVE!

The 2026 Florida Resilience Conference invites your ideas, research, and expertise to help advance resilience through collaboration in action. Be part of shaping Florida’s resilient future and submit today!

📅 Deadline: March 31, 2026
🧠 Submit your abstract ➡️ https://cfp.sched.com/speaker/xPnraB4OjX

Visit our conference website to learn more ➡️ https://floridaresilienceconference.org/

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PO Box 13146
Tallahassee, FL
32317

Telephone

+18509069227

Website

http://www.fsbpa.com/

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