Sep
27
to Sep 29

Annual West Coast Landmen’s Institute

  • Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection (map)
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The Los Angeles Association of Professional Landmen (LAAPL) and the Bakersfield Association of Professional Landmen (BAPL) proudly presents our Annual West Coast Landmen’s Institute, to be held at the Vespera Resort Autograph Collection, Pismo Beach, on September 27 thru September 29th.  

Individuals will be responsible for their own reservations. Cancellations are accepted up to 72 hours prior to your arrival date. All “no shows” and cancellations within this period will be charged to the individual. We have guaranteed a minimum number of rooms each night, so please consider using our block of rooms at Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach if you plan to rent your lodging in the area for this event. Room rates are locked in for the three (3) days prior, however, the rate will be $309 for Friday and/or Saturday nights based on availability (normally $500-$600+).

GOLF! — We have reserved a limited number of tee times for golf at Noon on Wednesday at the Avila Beach Golf Course prior to the WCLI for our participants ($100 per player, including a box lunch & drinks). Please remember to complete the attached Sponsor Registration form if you wish to play golf and or attend the WCLI.

Included with Registration
• Attendance to the Institute
• Breakfast each morning
• Wednesday’s Beachside Reception at the Vespera
• Thursday’s Lunch at this beautiful property
• Landmen’s Dinner hosted at Giuseppe’s Cucina Italiana, just a casual walk to dinner.

Registration Fees:
Members of the BAPL or LAAPL: $275
Non-members: $325
Member Independents: $100
Non-member Independents: $150
*$50 more if received after September 9th
(*please inquire about definition of Independent Landman, if needed)

We anticipate AAPL will award nine (9) RLP Continuing Education Credits or CPL Recertification Credits and One (1) Ethics Credit, for participation in this Institute. AAPL Attendance Affidavits will be available at this event.

Registrants can make overnight accommodations directly with Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, by calling 888.236.2427 or online at: https://vesperapismobeach.com/

Book your group rate for West Coast Landmen's Institute Meeting Our limited rooms are offered at $239 per night at Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach! You must book your reservation by Wednesday, August 28th

Take advantage of this reduced rate. Room availability is not guaranteed after this date. Independents: Share a room with another and save!

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Sep
21
to Sep 22

LAAPL SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON

2023-24 Kickoff:

Welcome back LAAPL Members,

We hope you had a refreshing summer. your board has been hard at work this summer planning for this year. Join us September 21st as Kathryn Chandler of Holiday Energy Law Group presents "How to be Your Attorney's Favorite Landman: Creating Effective Teamwork Between Land & Legal".

September Speaker Bio:

Kathryn Chandler is an attorney with the Holliday Energy Law Group based in San Antonio, Texas. Kathryn earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas Lutheran University in Seguin, Texas, and a law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law in Lubbock, Texas, she is licensed to practice law in the states of Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado. Prior to her employment with Holliday Energy Law, Kathryn worked in-house for Concho Resources (now ConocoPhillips), focusing on title curative issues. She also has experience working in legal aid, in city government as a prosecutor, and in delinquent property tax collection. Kathryn currently splits her time between her hometown in west Texas and San Antonio. When she is not driving back and forth, she enjoys hiking with her spouse in the Big Bend region, gardening, and making sourdough bread.

RSVP Today!

 LOCATION
The Grand 4101 E. Willow St., Long Beach, CA. 90815

 DATE AND TIME
09/21/23 11:30am - 09/21/23 1:00pm US/Pacific
September Luncheon with Kathryn Chandler of Holliday Energy Group

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Jun
14
to Jun 16

AAPL 69th ANNUAL MEETING — HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA

  • Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Dear Members & Industry Friends,

Make plans now to attend AAPL’s 69th Annual Meeting in Surf City USA!

Sandy beaches, ocean breezes, breathtaking views, inspiring sunsets, an iconic pier, oceanfront shopping and delectable dining — Huntington Beach, California, has it all — including AAPL’s 69th Annual Meeting, June 14-17, at the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa. Developed specifically for the land professional, the AAPL Annual Meeting promises to be a professional development and land conference unlike any other. Chairman Wendy Dalton, CPL, and Education Programming Committee Chairman Hunter Buchert, RPL, are creating an event packed with opportunities for networking, education and adventure in beautiful Surf City USA.

With 17.5 continuing education credits offered and a lineup of respected experts covering a variety of topics, the 69th Annual Meeting offers something for professionals in any stage of their careers. Opportunities for networking abound with favorites such as the Welcome Reception, Hot Play Happy Hours and the Landman Bash. Attendees also can participate in yoga on the beach and off-site tours of the iconic THUMS Islands and Signal Hill Petroleum facility each worth up to an additional 4 CEUs!

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Mar
16
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting, March 16, 2023

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

Please come join us for our March LAAPL Meeting on March 16, 2023, at 11:30 am, being held at The Grand, located at 4101 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815. We are EXCITED to announce our special guest speaker Ronald Stein, P.E., Ambassador for Energy & Infrastructure and co-author of the Energy Literacy Newsletter.

Ronald Stein, P.E. is an engineer and Founder of PTS Advance, drawing upon decades of project management and business development experiences. He is an internationally published columnist, energy expert, and Pulitzer Prize nominated author who writes frequently about all aspects of energy and economics and is a Policy Advisor for The Heartland Institute.

ENERGY AGNOSTICS

Energy literacy will enhance one’s comprehension that the cost of energy affects everything, from the food we eat, the clothes we wear, transportation, communications, housing, healthcare, and the leisurely living made possible by energy.

The world needs to comprehend that energy is more than intermittent electricity from wind and solar. Ever since the discovery of the versatility of products available from petroleum derivatives, and the beginning of manufacturing and assembly of cars, truck, airplanes, and military equipment, the world has had almost 200 years to develop clones or generics to replace the crude oil derivatives that are the basis of more than 6,000 products we use such as: medications, electronics, communications, tires, asphalt, and fertilizers.

The social needs of our materialistic societies are most likely going to remain for continuous, uninterruptable, and reliable electricity from coal, natural gas, or nuclear electricity generation backup, and for all those chemicals derivatives that get manufactured out of crude oil, that makes everything else that’s part of our daily lifestyles and economies.

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Jan
26
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL & LABGS Joint Meeting

  • 2633 Cherry Avenue Signal Hill, CA, 90755 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SAVE THE DATE - LAAPL & LABGS Joint Meeting - January 26, 2023

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

Please come join us for our Annual LAAPL & LABGS Joint Meeting on January 26, 2023, at 11:30 am, being held at Signal Hill Petroleum, located at 2633 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, CA 90755. Speaker and Lunch details are as follows:

When:     Thursday, Jan 26th [Fourth Thursday of the Month]
Time:      11:30AM
Cost:         $25.00
Location:  Signal Hill Petroleum
                 2633 Cherry Avenue
                 Signal Hill, CA  90755

Speaker:   Daniel “Dan” C. Steward,                         
                  Vice President
                  Beta Operations at Amplify Energy Corp

Topic:       “The Exploration and Development of the Montebello Oil Field”

THE HISTORY OF THE MONTEBELLO FIELD

The exploration and development history of the Montebello Oil Field: triumphs, tribulations, and challenges in an urban oil field. 

Daniel “Dan” C. Steward, a native of Taft, California, serves as Vice President of Beta Operations at Amplify Energy Corp., responsible for the operation of the offshore Beta field in San Pedro Bay, based in Long Beach. From early 2018 to August of 2019, Dan served as CEO and Co-Founder of start-up Iron Horse Energy, LLC, an acquisition vehicle for mature oil-producing assets in the U.S. onshore. From 1996 to 2017, Dan held various geoscience and exploration roles of increasing responsibility with Chevron, Noble Energy, Lukoil International Upstream West, and Total E&P, spanning the deep-water Gulf of Mexico (US & Mexico areas), the west African continental margin, deep-water Black Sea, the Barents Sea, and the San Joaquin basin in Kern County, CA. Dan holds an AA degree from Taft Community College, Bachelor's and Master’s Degrees in Geology from California State University, Bakersfield, and a Master of Business Administration from Rice University.

Contact to register for “head count”  purposes, please email LABGS secretary, Joseph Landeros at: landerosjd@gmail.com  Online at www.labgs.org. Register here.

 



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Nov
17
to Nov 27

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting, Thursday, November 17th, 2022

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting, Thursday, November 17th, 2022

Dear LAAPL Members & Guests,

We would like to invite you to our next meeting held in person at the Grand (Monarch Room) in Long Beach which will be held on THURSDAY, November 17th, 2022. -

SPEAKERS: Oscar Contreras of SoCalGas, will be with us to share SoCalGas’ Hydrogen Home Demonstration Project

TOPIC: SoCalGas’ Hydrogen Home Demonstration Project!

Location: The Grand 4101 E. Willow St., Long Beach, CA 90815
Meeting Time: 11:30am – 1:00 pm
Lunch Price: $25.00

Oscar Contreras of SoCalGas, will be joining us this month to share SoCalGas' Hydrogen Home Demonstration Project.

The Hydrogen Home showcases how hydrogen can be integrated for use along side renewables for decarbonization of buildings and homes.

Hydrogen while still new and undeveloped, has received abundant private and public backing in California and more specifically, in Los Angeles. in the past few years, Angelenos seen a plan for the Angeles Link take root, the birth of the Western Green Energy Hydrogen Initiative, as well as Hybuild LA and Hybuild North America. SoCalGas has positioned itself at the center of this new initiative. In addition to the hydrogen home demonstration, this year alone SoCalGas announced, a partnership with Kore infrastructure, testing a modular waste-to-energy carbon-negative renewable hydrogen and renewable natural gas system; A collaboration with the University of California, Irvine, utilizing existing natural gas infrastructure to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions in operations and energy delivery by 2045 and; SoCalGas has also partnered with Doosan Mobility in a demonstration of hydrogen fuel cell-powered drones.

Oscar will not be solving all our problems or speaking to the unknowns, rather he will be sharing a new initiative that we as land professionals can use to fuel future conversations and also provide solutions to colleagues, politicians, clients etc...


MEET THE SPEAKER

OSCAR CONTRERAS, SOCALGAS

Oscar Contreras, Project Manager in Southern California Gas Company’s Business Development, will present Southern California Gas Company’s use of hydrogen as part of its sustainable energy portfolio. Southern California Gas Company has been known for many years as "the Gas Company." The Gas Company was recently honored with the top "Business Transformation Award" at the 2022 Responsible Business Awards, hosted by Rueter Events. Among a field of major global companies, the Gas Company was identified as a leader in sustainable business priorities. Oscar has been with the Gas Company nearly eight years. He is Project Manager with the Clean Energy Innovation and is currently overseeing the "[H2] Innovation Experience" Project.

NEW!! Volume XV, Issue II – The Override, November 2022

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Sep
28
to Sep 30

The Annual - West Coast Landmen's Institute

Dear BAPL, LAAPL & Non-Members

We are excited to announce that the Bakersfield Association of Professional Landmen (BAPL) and the Los Angeles Association of Professional Landmen (LAAPL) proudly presents our Annual West Coast Landmen’s Institute, to be held at the San Diego Marriott Marquis Marina. -WCLI 2022 Flier - Registration - Sponsorship

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina — 333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 - 1-877-622-3056


Registration Fees for members of the BAPL or LAAPL are $225.00*; $275.00* for non-members of the BAPL or LAAPL; $100.00* for “Independents*” $150.00* for non-member “Independents” (*$50.00 more if received after September 7th). These registration fees include attendance to the Institute, the Wednesday Reception at Roy’s San Diego Waterfront, Thursday Lunch and Dinner poolside at the Marquis, Breakfast each morning, and break refreshments.
 

We anticipate AAPL will award Nine (9) RL Continuing Education Credits, RLP Continuing Education Credits or CPL Recertification Credits for participation in this Institute. AAPL Attendance Affidavits will be available at this event (see confirmed Speaker Line-up on next page).

We have a limited number of rooms secured a rate of $259 per night at San Diego Marriott Marquis Marina, but you must book your reservation by Wednesday, September 7th to take advantage of this reduced rate, and room availability is not guaranteed after this date! Independents: Share a room with another and save!

Registrants should make overnight accommodations directly with San Diego Marriott Marquis Marina. 

You can reserve your room by calling the hotel at 877-622-3056 and reference the code for the West Coast Landmen’s institute or online at: https://book.passkey.com/go/LandmensInstitute

Individuals will be responsible for their own reservations. You have 72-hours prior to your arrival date in which to cancel your reservation. All no-shows and cancellations within this period will be charged to the individual. We have guaranteed a minimum number of rooms each night, so we ask you to consider using our block of rooms at San Diego Marriott Marquis Marina if you plan to rent your lodging in the area for this event. Rooms rates are the same three (3) days prior and three (3) after our event, based on availability.

We are reserving a limited number of tee times for golf on Wednesday afternoon at Aviara CC in Carlsbad, California prior to the WCLI for our participants ($TBD per player and includes cart, range balls, box lunch and adult refreshments). Please remember to complete the attached Sponsor/Registration form if you wish to play golf or attend the

AGENDA & EDUCATIONS COURSES - WCLI 2022

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
333 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101


*In this context, an Independent Landman is defined as any individual who receives compensation for their services, either on a per diem or hourly basis (1099), and who does not routinely employ other Landmen to work on a contract basis for their benefit. In other words, Brokers and Independents who have assistants do not qualify as an Independent Landman for the discounted registration fee.

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Sep
15
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting, Thursday, September 15th, 2022

Dear LAAPL Members & Guests,

We would like to invite you to our next meeting held in-person at the Grand (Monarch Room) in Long Beach or virtually by following this link, which will be held on THURSDAY, Setptember 15th, 2022.

SPEAKERS: Ben Holliday of Holliday Energy Group

TOPIC: Gas Flaring Regulations and Mining Bitcoin off Flare Gas from Oil Drilling!

Location: The Grand 4101 E. Willow St., Long Beach, CA 90815
Meeting Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Lunch Price: $25.00

 

Meet the speaker:

BEN HOLLIDAY, Founder of Holliday Energy Law Group PC

 

Prior to founding Holliday Energy Law Group, Ben entered the oil and gas industry as a landman in South Texas before moving in-house to join the Barnett Shale Asset Team of a Midland-based E&P. With the decline of the Barnett and the rise of the Eagle Ford, Ben became the project leader in charge of an approximate 30,000 acre Eagle Ford asset in Karnes and Atascosa Counties, leading all title, leasing, and curative efforts within the prospect area. Since 2010, Ben has focused on representing exploration and production companies in their operations across the United States.

Ben is Board Certified in Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is a member of the State Bar College, is the immediate past President of the San Antonio Association of Professional Landmen, is a founding board member of South Texas Landman & Lawyer Clays, and is the current President of the Entrepreneur’s Organization – San Antonio Chapter. He is licensed to practice law in Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Ohio, and Illinois, and is a member of the local San Antonio, Houston, and Permian Basin Associations of Professional Landmen, as well as the AAPL.

  • Board Certified in Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

  • Member of the State Bar College

  • Immediate Past President of the San Antonio Association of Professional Landmen

  • Founding Board Member of South Texas Landman & Lawyer Clays

  • Current President of the Entrepreneur’s Organization – San Antonio Chapter.

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Aug
25
2:30 PM14:30

2022 Mickelson "Top" Golf Classic

Hello LAAPL/BAPL and friends,

LAAPL cordially invites you to participate in the 2022 LAAPL Mickelson "TOP" Golf Classic fundraiser to be held at Top Golf in El Segundo, California. Join us for a day of fun and opportunity to make positive changes in the lives of area youth. LAAPL will donate the net proceeds realized from the tournament to the R.M. Pyles Boys Camp (www.pylescamp.com), thus we encourage you to “sponsor” generously. This tournament honors the Late William A. Mickelson, a respected leader in LAAPL/BAPL, the California Oil & Gas Industry and truly a prowess on the golf course.

Early birdie discount for registration before May 2nd. Enter earlybirdie for 15% off. Event details, sponsorship and registration tickets available
via Ticketleap: Mickelson "Top" Golf Classic Tickets in El Segundo, CA, United States (ticketleap.com)

Includes: 3 hours of game play, free rental clubs, dedicated hostess, buffet dinner Fiesta Fajita's with bottomless soda, ice tea and water, Top Contender & Team/Live leaderboard scoring
Address: 400 S. Pacific Coast Hightway, El Segundo, CA 90245

*Please register through Ticket Leap and/or contact (jasondowns@chevron.com) by email for check payments, camera ready artwork, additional payment options or questions.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT

Hello LAAPL/BAPL and friends,

We have confirmed Mr. Uduak-Joe Ntuk; State, Oil and Gas Supervisor, California Geologic Energy Management Division and Mr. Jeff Wilson; Chevron El Segundo Refinery Sr. Representative Public Affairs to speak.  LAAPL is pleased to announce that AAPL will host a Field Landman Seminar “FLS” at the Top Golf facilities prior to the Mickelson “Top” Golf Classic on Thursday, August 25th.  Detail and signup available for the FLS via AAPL website: Field Landman Seminar.  AAPL members are free, non-members are provided a discount opportunity to sign up for AAPL, this is a two hour credited luncheon seminar. 

- AAPL SEMINAR FLYERCome join us before an afternoon at Topgolf! Thursday, August 25 | 12-2:00 PM | TOPGOLF | El Segundo, CA

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May
19
12:00 PM12:00

May 2022 - LAAPL Luncheon (Hybrid)

Have An Exclusive Easement? “Balancing the Grantor and Grantee’s Rights to Use of Easement: A Case Study of 18131 Ventura Blvd, LLC v. 5223 Lindley, LLC”


Dear LAAPL Members & Guests,

We would like to invite you to our next meeting held in-person at the Grand (Monarch Room) in Long Beach or virtually by following this link (Virtual Meeting), which will be held on THURSDAY, May 19th, 2022. - LAAPL Announcement flyer

SPEAKERS: Brad Kuhn, Esq, Partner Nossaman, LLP
Jillian Fries Leivas, Esq. Associate Nossaman, LLP

TOPIC: Have An Exclusive Easement? “Balancing the Grantor and Grantee’s
Rights to Use of Easement: A Case Study of 18131 Ventura Blvd, LLC v. 5223 Lindley, LLC”

Cost: Virtual [Free]
Luncheon: $25.00 with reservation $30.00 w/o reservation

Please Register Here! — https://laapl.ticketleap.com/laapl-may-19th-luncheon/
Join Go to Meeting — https://meet.goto.com/317496061

Location: The Grand Long Beach
4101 E. Willow Street Long
Beach, CA 90815


 

Brad Kuhn, Esq, Partner, Nossaman, LLP

Mr. Kuhn is Chair of Nossaman's Eminent Domain & Valuation Group, guides private and public sector clients through complex real estate development and infrastructure projects – particularly with eminent domain/inverse condemnation, land use/zoning, construction, environmental, and other property and business disputes. An accomplished real estate and business litigation lawyer across the United States – Brad focuses on the transportation, energy/gas, water, land use development, and telecommunications sectors. His work has been profiled in numerous publications, including multiple cover features in Right of Way Magazine. Brad serves as general counsel and sits on the Advisory Board for Mobility 21 and has served as general counsel to the International Right of Way Association (IRWA), where he was elected as President of the Inland Empire Chapter and named as the organization’s “Professional of the Year.” Mr. Kuhn holds a Juris Doctorate from Chapman University School of Law.

 

Jillian Fries Leivas, Esq. Associate Nossaman, LLP

Ms. Friess Leivas focuses her practice on eminent domain laws and regulations. She has experience assisting with the right-of-way process, from pre-condemnation acquisition activities through to preparing pleadings and motions, handling discovery, and assisting with depositions and trial preparation. In addition, Jillian advises clients on environmental issues, land use matters, and other business and property disputes. While in law school, Jillian served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Chapman Law Review and was an active member of Chapman’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mock Trial and Moot Court Competition teams. Jillian holds a Juris Doctorate from Chapman University School of Law.


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Mar
17
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting Event (Hybrid)

LAAPL Luncheon Meeting Event (Hybrid)

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

We would like to invite you to our next meeting held in-person at the Grand (Monarch Room) in Long Beach or virtually by following this link (Virtual Meeting), which will be held on THURSDAY, MARCH 17th, 2022. (Click here for online payments)

Topic: “California Carbon Negative Energy — Land Work”
Speaker
: Rebecca Hollis, Director of Business Development for Clean Energy Systems

Ms. Hollis joined CES’ engineering team in 2009. Today, she is a Director of Business Development, the Managing Director of CES’ heat exchanger division, HEXCES, and involved with CES strategic planning.  

Ms. Hollis has more than 15 years experience in R&D and product development in the energy, clean tech., automotive, and aerospace industries. She has managed and directed multi million-dollar contracts for industry and government clients with multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative advanced technologies. Her past experience focused on research, development, and demonstration as well as product development in the automotive and aero sectors; ranging from fundamental research to new product launch, working directly with vendors and assembly line production facilities.

Ms. Hollis holds a BS of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo, an MS in Aeronautical Engineering from the Ohio State University, and an MBA from the University of California, Davis with a focus on entrepreneurship, strategy, and finance. 


MEETING INFORMATION (in-person)

The Grand (Monarch Room)
4101 E. Willow St.
Long Beach, CA 90815

11:30 am to approx.. 2:00 pm


VIRTUAL MEETING INFORMATION
Please join our meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://meet.goto.com/455181725

You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)

United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
- One-touch: tel:+16467493122,,455181725# <tel:+16467493122,,455181725>

Access Code: 455-181-725



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Jan
27
12:00 PM12:00

LAAPL / LABGS Joint Luncheon Virtual Meeting Event

LAAPL / LABGS Joint Luncheon Virtual Meeting Event
on Thursday January 27, 2022 at 12:00pm PDT

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

With the current status of the virus still affecting public gatherings, unfortunately, our January meeting will be virtual.

Daniel C. Steward - The Exploration History and Remaining Potential of the Los Angeles Basin - LAAPL / LAGS Virtual Meeting Flyer

TOPIC: The 96-year exploration effort within the Los Angeles basin (LAB) has yielded 66 oil fields and as of 2009 produced approximately 8.8 billion barrels of oil. The appraisal of the discovered resources took several decades on a field-by-field basis and the question of complete appraisal across many of the fields is open. At a high level, at least 6 trends have emerged within the LAB, with variable degrees of exploration maturity: Whittier/Fullerton Embayment, Santa Monica Thrust, Newport-Inglewood Fault Zone, Wilmington Graben, Santa Ana Shelf, and the Palos Verdes Fault. It is noteworthy that the Palos Verdes Fault Trend has a solitary discovery, the Beta field (1976), and none of the offshore equivalent of the Santa Monica Thrust has been evaluated. Hence, these two trends are “truncated” in the sense of being very far from completely evaluated. The talk will begin with the chronology of field discoveries in the LAB, evaluate various characteristics of same, and pose some “what if?” scenarios to the LAB’s remaining potential.

Daniel C. Steward - Vice President of Beta Operations at Amplify Energy Corporation

Daniel “Dan” C. Steward is Vice President of Beta Operations at Amplify Energy Corp., responsible for the operation of the offshore Beta field in San Pedro Bay, based in Long Beach. From early 2018 to August of 2019 Dan served as CEO and Co-Founder of start-up Iron Horse Energy, LLC, an acquisition vehicle for mature oil-producing assets in the U.S. onshore. From 1996 to 2017, Dan held various exploration roles of increasing responsibility with Chevron, Noble Energy, Lukoil International Upstream West, and Total E&P, spanning the deep-water Gulf of Mexico (US & MX areas), the west African continental margin, deep-water Black Sea, the Barents Sea, and the San Joaquin basin in Kern County, CA. Dan holds a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Geology from California State University, Bakersfield and a Master of Business Administration from Rice University.


To join the talk, please use the following ZOOM meeting link. You will need to use the password:

MEETING INFORMATION

https://csulb.zoom.us/j/85408142587?pwd=ZEN6aXd3dS95YnJpRDhDYjhGT1BPdz09

Meeting ID: 854 0814 2587
Passcode: 772761

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Nov
18
12:00 PM12:00

Virtual Meeting - Save the Date of November 18th!

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

 With the current status of the virus still affecting public gatherings, unfortunately our September meeting will be virtual, which we trust will be the last virtual meeting for now.  Planning for an in-person meeting in November.

 LAAPL is excited to offer two series on the topic of the solar industry, i.) September’s virtual meeting will cover “Oil & Gas vs Solar - A Land Overview” and ii.) November’s meeting will cover “New Opportunities – Maximizing Your Acreage With Solar”

 Phillip A. Guerra, JD, CPL, Land Acquisition Manager-East Coast with for ForeFront Power, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd. His company develop solar projects – behind-the-meter, community solar, and wholesale solutions – across the United States and Mexico.

SERIES II — NOVEMBER 18TH - New Opportunities – Maximizing Your Acreage with Solar

This webinar will focus on what in-house oil & gas land professionals need to know if a solar developer approaches their company about building a project in their leasehold area. You will learn about the different types of solar energy projects (e.g., BTM vs. FTM) and the land criteria for different solar energy projects (i.e., why has my company been approached?). You will learn about various elements of solar energy projects, including project design, engineering, future surface uses (e.g., pad sites, pipeline), potential title issues, access, permitting, construction, and decommissioning. Lastly, you will be introduced to the different options for your company.

PAST EVENT - SEPTEMBER - Oil & Gas vs. Solar – A Land Overview

This webinar will focus on the basics of what an oil & gas land professional needs to know about solar from a land perspective. You will learn about the different types of solar energy projects (e.g., ground mount, parking canopy, rooftop). You will walk through an example ground mount site for a potential community solar project in New York. Additionally, this webinar will discuss the similarities and differences between acquiring acreage in oil & gas versus solar, including key lease terms and pricing.


LAAPL Virtual September Meeting
Thu, Nov 18, 2021 11:30 PM - 2:00 PM (PDT)
LAAPL Virtual Meeting flyer

PAST EVENT - LAAPL Virtual September Meeting
Thu, Sep 16, 2021 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (PDT)
LAAPL Virtual Meeting flyer

Please join our meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/115639325

You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)

United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
- One-touch: tel:+14086503123,,115639325#

Access Code: 115-639-325


Phillip Guerra, J.D.

Forefront Power

Phillip Guerra, JD, CPL is a certified professional land manager who has acquisition experience in both the oil & gas and solar industries. After graduating from law school in 2013, Phillip began his career in the upstream oil and gas sector as a field landman (contractor) for Antero Resources in southeast Ohio, where he ran title and completed predrilling and post-drilling land ownership reports. In 2017, he continued his work in the field as a contractor for Rice Energy, now EQT Corporation, where he negotiated leases and led EQT leasing efforts as project manager, overseeing their Ohio acreage. In early 2019, Phillip made the transition out of the oil and gas industry, accepting a position at ForeFront Power, a solar development company based in San Francisco, where he currently oversees land acquisition for the entire east coast. Phillip is a CPL and has been with the AAPL since early 2014.

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Sep
16
12:00 PM12:00

Virtual Meeting - Save the Date of September 16th!

Dear Members and Industry Friends,

 With the current status of the virus still affecting public gatherings, unfortunately our September meeting will be virtual, which we trust will be the last virtual meeting for now.  Planning for an in-person meeting in November.

 LAAPL is excited to offer two series on the topic of the solar industry, i.) September’s virtual meeting will cover “Oil & Gas vs Solar - A Land Overview” and ii.) November’s meeting will cover “New Opportunities – Maximizing Your Acreage With Solar”

 Phillip A. Guerra, JD, CPL, Land Acquisition Manager-East Coast with for ForeFront Power, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd. His company develop solar projects – behind-the-meter, community solar, and wholesale solutions – across the United States and Mexico.

SEPTEMBER - Oil & Gas vs. Solar – A Land Overview

This webinar will focus on the basics of what an oil & gas land professional needs to know about solar from a land perspective. You will learn about the different types of solar energy projects (e.g., ground mount, parking canopy, rooftop). You will walk through an example ground mount site for a potential community solar project in New York. Additionally, this webinar will discuss the similarities and differences between acquiring acreage in oil & gas versus solar, including key lease terms and pricing.

NOVEMBER - New Opportunities – Maximizing Your Acreage with Solar

This webinar will focus on what in-house oil & gas land professionals need to know if a solar developer approaches their company about building a project in their leasehold area. You will learn about the different types of solar energy projects (e.g., BTM vs. FTM) and the land criteria for different solar energy projects (i.e., why has my company been approached?). You will learn about various elements of solar energy projects, including project design, engineering, future surface uses (e.g., pad sites, pipeline), potential title issues, access, permitting, construction, and decommissioning. Lastly, you will be introduced to the different options for your company.


LAAPL Virtual September Meeting
Thu, Sep 16, 2021 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (PDT)
LAAPL Virtual Meeting flyer

Please join our meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/876665621

You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)

United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
- One-touch: tel:+15713173122,,876665621#

Access Code: 876-665-621


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Phillip Guerra, J.D.

Forefront Power

Phillip Guerra, JD, CPL is a certified professional land manager who has acquisition experience in both the oil & gas and solar industries. After graduating from law school in 2013, Phillip began his career in the upstream oil and gas sector as a field landman (contractor) for Antero Resources in southeast Ohio, where he ran title and completed predrilling and post-drilling land ownership reports. In 2017, he continued his work in the field as a contractor for Rice Energy, now EQT Corporation, where he negotiated leases and led EQT leasing efforts as project manager, overseeing their Ohio acreage. In early 2019, Phillip made the transition out of the oil and gas industry, accepting a position at ForeFront Power, a solar development company based in San Francisco, where he currently oversees land acquisition for the entire east coast. Phillip is a CPL and has been with the AAPL since early 2014.

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Jul
15
10:15 AM10:15

LAAPL Presents the 2021 Mickelson Golf Classic

 

 

LAAPL cordially invites you to participate in the 2021 LAAPL Mickelson Golf Classic fundraiser to be held at Sand Canyon Country Club in Santa Clarita, California on Thursday July 15th, 10:15am.  This tournament honors the Late William A. Mickelson, a respected leader in LAAPL/BAPL, the California Oil & Gas Industry and truly a prowess on the golf course.

This year’s fundraiser beneficiary is the R. M. Pyles Boys Camp (www.pylescamp.com). LAAPL will donate the net proceeds realized from the tournament to the R.M. Pyles Boys Camp, thus we encourage you to “sponsor” generously. 

Please make your payment here!


ADDRESS: 27734 Sand Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387
PHONE: (661) 252-8484
https://www.sandcanyoncc.com/

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Nov
19
12:00 PM12:00

LAAPL - Virtual Luncheon Webinar

NEW EVENT — LAAPL Webinar - Virtual Luncheon

  • Thursday, November 19, 2020

  • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Speaker:   Benjamin B. Holliday, Esq.
                 Energy Law Group

 Topic:  
“GAS FLARING - OVERVIEW AND REGULATORY TRENDS - PRACTICE OF FLARING ASSOCIATED GAS”

 Cost: Free Webinar - Virtual Luncheon

Please click the link below to join the webinar:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81727018492

Or iPhone one-tap :
    US: +13126266799,,81727018492#  or +13462487799,,81727018492#

Or Telephone:
    Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):

        US: +1 312 626 6799  or +1 346 248 7799  or +1 669 900 6833  or +1 929 205 6099  or +1 253 215 8782  or +1 301 715 8592

Webinar ID: 817 2701 8492

- International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdahCr7Pbw

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Benjamin B. Holliday, Esq.
Mazurek & Holliday, Attorneys at Law

Ben graduated in 2016 from St. Mary’s University’s dual-degree Master’s and Juris Doctor program. He has represented exploration companies and mineral owners throughout all phases of exploration and development.

Ben holds various certifications and is licensed to practice in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Ohio, North Dakota, Nebraska and Illinois.

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Jun
17
to Jun 20

LAAPL — 2020 ANNUAL MEETING, JUNE 17-20 - HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA

Update & Announcement from the AAPL

ANNUAL MEETING

2020 AAPL ANNUAL MEETING

June 17-20, 2020 

EVENT UPDATE

AAPL recognizes the impact and uncertainty that COVID-19 is creating in our industry and communities. Given the growing threat and uncertainty of this virus, the AAPL Board of Directors unanimously voted to cancel the venue for the 66th Annual Meeting that was scheduled to be held in Huntington Beach, California, on June 17-20. The health and safety of all our attendees is our highest priority. 

In place of an in-person annual meeting this year, we will hold a virtual meeting. The Executive Committee will meet on Tuesday, June 16th. The AAPL Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 17th. The Opening Session, Awards Ceremony, Membership Business Meeting and all education sessions will be pre-recorded. Due to the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, the Board of Directors also voted to eliminate the registration fee and provide the Annual Meeting as a complimentary benefit (a total value of $600+) for all AAPL members.

Thank you for your support of this event and your patience as we navigate this unprecedented situation. Please stay tuned for more information. 

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The Los Angeles Association of Professional Landmen and the Bakersfield Association of Professional Landmen is proud to announce that the 2020 AAPL Annual Meeting & Professional Development Land Conference will be held June 17-20, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Huntington Beach, California. Make plans now to attend the most comprehensive education conference geared specifically for the land professional. Continuing education and CLE credits will be offered, and the networking opportunities will be bountiful.

2020 ANNUAL MEETING EDUCATIONAL SESSION TOPICS:

  • Advanced Due Diligence

  • This is Not Your Father's Producer 88 - Continuous Development, Retained Acreage & Other Pitfalls In the Modern Oil & Gas Lease

  • Legal and Ethical Pitfalls:  Lessons from Litigation 

  • Litigation / Bankruptcy / Enforcing & Litigating the JOA During Such Times

  • Building a Virtual Data Room for Divestitures

  • Pipeline Rights of Way - Midstream to Long Distance Projects: Transferable Skills for the Professional Landman

  • Things We Should Know About, but Can We Rely on Them?

  • Field Landman’s Guide To Working Contract In-House

  • Advanced Lease Negotiations

  • Managing Produced Water (Permian Basin)

  • Public Outreach to Promote Accurate & Positive View of the Energy/Oil and Gas Industry

  • When One Agreement Isn’t Enough: Ancillary Oil & Gas Transaction Agreements

  • Let's Talk About E&P Companies Operating on Federal Lands

  • Land Technology - The Future is On Its Way 

  • Transferable Land Skills for the Professional Land

  • Gas Storage Rights and Operations

  • 1031 Mineral Exchange

  • Environmental Insurance - Can an EnvironmentalPolicy Cover Future Risks Once A Field Has Been P/A’s? 

  • The Negotiation Before the Negotiation: Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements

  • Inverse Condemnation – The Opposite of Eminent Domain

  • Solar Leases and Operators

 
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May
21
12:00 PM12:00

LAAPL Virtual Meeting

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LAAPL Virtual Meeting

“IT’S 11 O’CLOCK. DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR PIPELINES ARE?”

SPEAKER: Michael N. Mills
Partner, Stoel Rives LLP

TOPIC: “IT’S 11 O’CLOCK. DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR PIPELINES ARE?”

To Join:
Via Computer or Mobile Phone
https://bluejeans.com/935078428?src=calendarLink

Via Room System
Video Conferencing System: bjn.vc -or- 199.48.152.152
Meeting ID: 935 078 428

 

Michael N. Mills, Partner, Stoel Rives LLP

Michael N. Mills is an experienced environmental lawyer who represents his clients in complex regulatory, compliance and litigation matters. His scientific background in environmental toxicology, as well as his contacts within California’s state regulatory agencies, make him ideally suited to provide effective and practical solutions to environmental and regulatory challenges that his clients confront.

Mike is a former co-chair of the firm’s Energy and Natural Resources Industry Group, and his deep connections within California’s oil and gas industry span nearly two decades. Oil and gas clients appreciate Mike’s experience navigating the challenging regulatory environment in which they operate, and Mike knows the major players and decision-makers in California’s oil and gas industry. This unique repository of experience allows Mike to offer valuable business counsel to oil and gas companies in California.

Oil and gas operators, as well as mining companies, look to Mike to skillfully advise them on natural resources development issues, counsel them on federal and state hazardous waste cleanup matters, and help them successfully navigate property tax valuation disputes. When necessary to protect his clients’ interests, Mike relies on his understanding of complex regulatory matters and his clients’ businesses to defend them in environmental litigation, defeat citizen suit claims, and reduce or eliminate fines and penalties.

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Jan
23
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL JOINS LABGS LUNCHEON EVENT │ THURSDAY JANUARY 23, 2020 @ 11:30 AM

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WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE ANNUAL JOINT MEETING WITH THE LOS ANGELES BASIN GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY!

Please reserve your spot for the upcoming joint luncheon with the Los Angeles Basin Geological Society on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at The Grand in Long Beach.

  • Thursday, January 23, 2019

  • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

COST:

$30.00 with reservation
$40.00 without reservation
$25.00 Retired
$10.00 Student

SPEAKER:    Eric Campbell, President, LA Seismic, LLC
Dan Hollis, CEO, Sisprobe SAS
Robert W. Clayton, Caltech

TOPIC:   A Seismic Hazard Survey of the Los Angeles Basin

ABSTRACT - To better understand and model strong earthquake ground motion in the Los Angeles Basin requires better and more accurate knowledge of earthquake sources, basin structure, and basin and near surface velocities.  Current knowledge of these three points has been compiled over time from many different sources where there is data and interpolated or extrapolated in areas where data does not exist.  A comprehensive and uniform survey that addresses these three points would greatly improve identification of areas of potential high ground motion, provide more detailed after-event shaking data for first responders, and be used to improve the resiliency of critical infrastructure.

 We are preparing for such a comprehensive and uniform seismic hazard survey of the Los Angeles Basin.  This survey will sample the basin with a nominal density of 10 seismic sensors per square kilometer which will provide sufficient resolution for determining the basin structure and the 3D velocity variations. The survey will consist of about 18,000 receiver positions that will be occupied by a rolling set of 5000 sensors, each occupying a given position for 30 days of passive recording. It will take 4 months for this array to traverse the basin.  There will be an additional fixed array of 200 three-component nodes that will record for the entire duration of the survey. The current plan is to supplement the passive seismic data with a limited number of deep shot holes (50m +/-) to obtain 100% or greater CMP-fold reflection data.

 Resulting data products for the survey will be Vs and Vp velocity models from surface to Moho, mapping of micro-seismicity events down to about M-1.5, a model of the crust from surface to Moho using receiver functions, and a seismic reflection image of the sedimentary basin using zero-offset autocorrelation and active source seismic CMP methods.  This data will be used by researchers to model a variety of earthquake scenarios to develop produce an updated seismic hazard map of the L.A. Basin.  Raw data and processed results will be made open source and available to the public.


RESERVATIONS: Please make your reservations and save your seat here. — RESERVATIONS

Reservations must be made by 10:00 am Tuesday morning to receive the discount price above.

- Walk-ins are always welcome.

PLACE: The Grand Long Beach located at 4101 East Willow Street, Long Beach, CA. Direct number - 562-426-0555

Take Lakewood Boulevard south from the San Diego Freeway (405), turn west onto Willow Street and turn right onto Grand Avenue at the sign for the Center.  Park free in the garage structure.

 Typical Meeting Agenda:

                    Lunch Served:         11:30 AM to 12:00 PM          
                    Announcements:      11:50 AM to 12:15 PM
                    Guest Speaker:     12:15 PM to 12:45 PM
                    Questions/Close:    12:45 PM to 1:00 PM

For more information please visit the Los Angeles Basin Geological Society website at www.labgs.net.
Please click here for the current LABGS Newsletter!


SPEAKER BIO: Eric Campbell, President, LA Seismic, LLC

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Eric Campbell began his seismic mapping career in 1974 in Alaska, working on a summer job as a shooter on a Petty Ray Geophysical Crew on a project in the Aleutian Islands that was staged in Cold Bay Alaska.   He worked from 1980 to 1986 with Golden Geophysical (now Fairfield), using the Geo-systems Sine Bit 1024 Channel System. This system enabled the first true 3D seismic surveys to be completed. At that time, Dan Hollis worked at Geosystems and was a participant in aiding these surveys.  Eric went on to work in China and again in Alaska for Geosystems.  While working in the LA Basin in seismic mapping for the last 10 years, Eric has been the manager of projects that have placed nodes in over 30,000 locations and have vibrated over 15,000 points.


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Nov
21
11:30 AM11:30

November 2019 LAAPL Luncheon Meeting

Dear LAAPL Members & Guests!

November 2019 LAAPL Luncheon Meeting

 When: November 21, 2019 @ 11:30 am

Where: The Grand Long Beach
4101 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815.

Cost:  $25 per person. Pre-pay on the LAAPL website. Cash or check accepted at the door.

Menu:  Buffet style

Topic:  Right-of-Way Acquisition, Eminent Domain, Inverse Condemnation, Land Use, Zoning,
Landlord/Tenant, Construction, Telecommunications, and Contractual Disputes.

Our speaker: The luncheon speaker will be Brad Kuhn, Esq., Partner, Nossaman LLP

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Brad Kuhn serves as Chair of Nossaman's Eminent Domain & Valuation Group, likely the largest group of skilled eminent domain attorneys in California and the United States.  Brad is a real estate and business litigation attorney, with a particular emphasis in the transportation, energy/gas, water, land-use development, and telecommunications industries. He is a recognized leader in advising on all real property aspects of infrastructure and development projects, and has led some of the largest projects in the nation, cumulatively totaling in excess of $25 billion.  He represents public and private sector clients with eminent domain, inverse condemnation, land use/zoning, landlord/tenant, construction, and other real estate and business disputes. 

Brad's work and accomplishments have been profiled in numerous publications.  He has been featured on the cover of Right of Way Magazine, and he has been called upon to present across the country and oversee multiple treatises and courses on real estate.  Chambers & Partners, the guide to the world's best lawyers, recommends him for the full span of land use and infrastructure matters -- particularly eminent domain and valuation disputes -- and commends his “practical, business-minded advice" and his "high level of decorum in dealing with the other sides.”  Brad has also been awarded the CRE® designation by the Counselors of Real Estate®an international group of real estate professionals recognized as leading advisors in complex real property matters.

Some of Brad’s other accolades and recognitions include:

  • Recognized by the Recorder as a California Trailblazer, a recognition given to only a "handful of attorneys that are truly agents of change" and have "made significant marks on the practice, policy and technological advancement of their practice."

  • Named to the Daily Journal’s Top 20 Under 40 list, a recognition given to the top 20 lawyers in California that are on the cutting edge of legal issues, and who are making an impact on changing an industry, region or society;

  • Chosen for individual recognition by Chambers USA for Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use Law;

  • Recognized as the Top Rated Lawyer in Land Use and Zoning by the American Lawyer;

  • Named the Best Land Use/Zoning Attorney in Orange County by OC Metro/Orange County Register;

  • Recognized as the Best Eminent Domain Attorney by US Business News’ Legal Elite;

  • Repeatedly acknowledged on Up-and-Coming Top 25 Orange County and Up-and-Coming Top 100 Southern California Rising Stars lists; and

  • Awarded an AV-Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell, a rating given to only those attorneys who exhibit the highest level of professional excellence based on a review of their peers.

Brad is general counsel to the International Right of Way Association (IRWA), where he has also served as President of the Inland Empire Chapter and has been named the Professional of the Year.  He is also the only attorney serving on the Advisory Board to Mobility 21, where he works with industry leaders to solve the transportation challenges facing Southern California.

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Sep
25
to Sep 27

37th Annual WEST COAST LANDMEN'S INSTITUTE

  • Vespera on Ocean, a Marriott Autograph Hotel (map)
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SAVE THE DATE!!

Sign up TODAY!

REGISTRATION FORM (Limited time - room availability not guaranteed)

When: Wednesday – Friday, September 25 – 27, 2019

Where: SpringHill Suites Paso Robles/Atascadero

Dear WCLI Attendees,

As many of you are aware, the opening date of Vespera on Ocean, our venue for the 37th annual West Coast Landmen’s Institute, is going to surpass our scheduled date for the Institute. As per our agreement with Marriott, they have secured a sister hotel, Springhill Suites in Atascadero, California. All reservations that were booked through the room block will be automatically transferred to the new hotel.  Your confirmation number will remain the same. Marriott is working in tandem with the new venue to insure that our transition is seamless.

The annual golf tournament will still be held at Cypress Ridge. We have moved our reception Wednesday night to start later (6:30) so that our golfers have time to arrive at the hotel and check in.

Our Thursday night dinner is set, as planned, at Giuseppe’s Cucina Italiana, and transportation will be provided. Springhill Suites opened in 2015. All rooms are suites and the cost has been amended to $139/night, including reservations for the Tuesday before and Friday thru Sunday after the Institute.

Our Wednesday night reception is to take place on their outdoor patio, with a view of the vineyards. They have an indoor/outdoor bar service that will be open for our reception. They have also extended their bar hours to accommodate our group.  We are working diligently to make this year’s WCLI a great one, and hope that if you have any questions or concerns, you will reach out to us.  Below is the contact information for the Hotel as well as a link to their website. Please visit their link to peruse all the wonderful amenities Springhill Suites has to offer.

 https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sbpsh-springhill-suites-paso-robles-atascadero/?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe 

SpringHill Suites Paso Robles/Atascadero
900 El Camino Real / Atascadero, Ca. 93422

On behalf of the WCLI Committee, we are looking forward to seeing all of you on September 25th, 2019.

 Sincerely,

 Yvonne Hicks, Rick Peace, and your volunteer Steering Committee.

Limited rooms available SIGN UP TODAYREGISTRATION FORM

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Sep
19
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL Luncheon at the Grand - Thursday, September, 2019

Dear LAAPL Members & Guests!

September 2019 LAAPL Luncheon Meeting

 When: September , 2019 @ 11:30 am

Where: The Grand Long Beach
4101 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815.

Cost:  $25 per person. Pre-pay on the LAAPL website. Cash or check accepted at the door.

Menu:  Buffet style

Topic:  AB 585 New Law Affecting Assignments of Oil and Gas Leases on Calif. Public Land –
What’s a Landman to do?

Our speaker: The luncheon speaker will be L. “Rae” Connet, Esq. from PetroLand Services

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L. “Rae” Connet, Esq. from PetroLand Services
L. “Rae” Connet is an active member of AAPL, LAAPL, a practicing attorney and the co-founder of PetroLand Services, a land consulting from serving oil and gas producers, utility companies, mineral owners, governmental agencies and real estate developers across multiple states.  Combining her strong legal background and training with the practical skills of a working land professional, Rae brings 28 years of experience and expertise to serve the company’s clientele.  Rae also represents the company’s clients before regulatory agencies dealing with land use, zoning and planning issues, drilling and facilities permitting related to oil and gas facilities.  Law Degree:  JD, Loyola Law School, Los Angeles; Admitted to Practice in All California Courts, The United States District Court for the Central District of California  &  The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal.

Topic:  AB 585 New Law Affecting Assignments of Oil and Gas Leases on Calif. Public Land – What’s a Landman to do?

On July 30, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 585 into law. AB 585 came about in response to Bankruptcies in 2017 that left the state largely responsible for the decommissioning of Platform Holly in state waters off the coast of Goleta (Santa Barbara County) and Rincon Island just off Mussel Shoals (Ventura County). The State alleged that Venoco LLC removed staff and closed Offshore Platform Holly and the Ellwood Onshore Facility (EOF), without first plugging and abandoning the oil and gas wells. The SLC stepped in to provide staff to run the facilities for abandonment and closure purposes. Venoco, LLC filed suit.

The Act clarifies the State’s police power to step in to plug, abandon and remediate facilities on Public Lands. In response to Venoco’s actions, the State of California has incurred costs in the amount of $108 million and is expected to continue to incur costs in the tens of millions of dollars over the next two years. The Act authorizes the State Lands Commission, when considering the approval of an assignment, transfer, or sublet of an oil and gas lease, to consider whether a proposed assignee is likely to comply with the provisions of the assigned, transferred, or sublet lease for the duration of the lease term. The bill also requires present and future oil and gas leases or permit holders to remain liable for plugging and abandoning wells and drill site remediation.

What’s a landman to do? The Act mandates the preparation of affidavits showing when the leases expire or terminate and imposes criminal liability for the failure to do so within 6 months of termination or expiration. The bill would make the failure of a lessee, assignee, transferee, sublessee, or operator to comply with these deadlines a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000, by imprisonment in the county jail for up to one year, or by both that fine and imprisonment, for each offense. The Act further requires recording of documents not previously required to be recorded. The Act’s provisions are effective on or after January 1, 2020. Ms. Connet will speak on the effect of the Act and ways in which landmen may wish to modify their practices to best serve their operating clients.

The Act impacts the State’s four million acres of tidelands and submerged lands and the beds of navigable rivers, streams, lakes, bays, estuaries, inlets, and straits, as well as the 459,000 acres of the State’s “school lands.”

L. Rae Connet, Esq.
President, PetroLand Services

www.petrolandservice.com (outside link)

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Jun
27
9:30 AM09:30

The 2019 LAAPL Mickelson Golf Classic

Sand Canyon Country Club

Located in Santa Clarita California

LAAPL cordially invites you to participate in the 2019 LAAPL Mickelson Golf Classic fundraiser to be held at Sand Canyon Country Club in Santa Clarita California. We look forward to your participation. This tournament honors William A. Mickelson, a respected leader in LAAPL and a prowess on the golf course.

This year’s fundraiser beneficiary is the R. M. Pyles Boys Camp (www.pylescamp.com). Join us for a day of fun and the opportunity to make positive changes in the lives of area youth. LAAPL will donate the net proceeds realized from the tournament to the R.M. Pyles Boys Camp, thus we encourage you to “sponsor” generously. Please return your checks with completed sponsorship forms and logos as soon as possible and no later than June 1, 2019. Cocktail hour, buffet dinner, raffle and awards ceremony will follow.


Go to www.sandcanyoncc.com
27734 Sand Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, California 91387
(661) 252-8484


2019 MICKELSON GOLF CLASSIC

GOLF ONLY, Price “Bogey Special” ……………………………………………................................………..…..........$175.00
(Includes golf and dinner for One player)

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

“HOLE IN ONE”: Full page ad – plus presenting sponsor status in all tournaments
material and program sponsorship
…..........................................................................……..........…..........$2000.00
(Includes golf and dinner for Two Foursomes)

“EAGLE”: Full page ad - plus special recognition in tournament & program …..........……………..$1000.00
(Includes golf and dinner for a Foursome)

“BIRDIE”: Half page ad - golf tournament program ................................................................………..$500.00
(Includes golf and dinner for Two players)

“PAR”: Quarter page ad - golf tournament program ............................….............................……...……$275.00
(Includes golf and dinner for One player)

“CLUBHEAD SPECIAL”: …………………………………………………………………………….…..………..……………..….………$150.00
(Includes your name listed in tournament materials and golf tournament program)

Please make your checks payable to LAAPL, mail payment and forms to: Jason Downs, LAAPL Treasurer, 419 Main Street # 357, Huntington Beach CA, 92648 #858-699-3353, and e-mail my camera ready artwork jasonmdowns@hotmail.com Contact me by email for online payment options.

CHECK IN: 9:30 AM, TEE TIME (Shotgun): 11:00 AM DINNER: 4:00 PM (DINNER ONLY: $50)

Tournament format will be a 4-man scramble. Prizes will be awarded for 1st place, longest drive, and closest to the pin. Club Rules: No coolers on the course, no golf carts driven on vehicle parking lot, shirts with collars only (no t-shirts, sweats, tank tops, denim, short shorts or cut-offs).

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May
16
11:30 AM11:30

LAAPL Luncheon at the Grand - Thursday, May 16, 2019

LAAPL Luncheon at the Grand - Thursday, May 16, 2019

  • Thursday, May 16, 2019

  • 11:00 AM  1:00 PM

  • The Grand Long Beach (map)

Speakers:    Ronald Stein, Founder and Ambassador for Energy & Infrastructure at PTS Advance
Topic: Is California becoming a National Security Risk to the U.S. and Inflationary challenge to California businesses?

When: Thursday, May 16, 2019 @ 11:30am - 1:00pm

 Cost:  $25.00 with reservation
                            $30.00 without reservation

 Download the flyer here

 Reservations: Make your reservations and payments at www.laapl.com by clicking:
LAAPL Reservations / Online Payments or by emailing chiphoover@hotmail.com

 Reservations must be made by 11:00 am Wednesday morning to receive the discount price above. As always walk-ins are welcome, and payments can be made by cash/check at the door.

 New Location: The Grand Long Beach located at 4101 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 90815. (562-426-0555).  Luncheon Flyer


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Ronald Stein, P.E.
Founder and Ambassador for Energy & Infrastructure
PTS Advance

“A licensed professional engineer, Ronald Stein enjoyed his first career in project management and engineering roles with major international engineering firms, Fluor and Bechtel. Ronald has since been instrumental in the growth of PTS Advance and has been recognized with numerous awards. At PTS Advance, Ronald’s responsibilities include development of opportunities by maintaining an active network with the leaders in the various client organizations, as well as contributing to increase Energy & Infrastructure education and literacy in the wider public sphere. Ronald also volunteers his time as a student mentor at California State University Fullerton and as an advisory board member to the college’s Center for Family Business, Center for Entrepreneurship, and Center for Leadership. Ronald holds a bachelor of science in electrical engineering from California State University, Northridge.”

 
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2018 AAPL DUE DILIGENCE SEMINAR
Nov
15
9:00 AM09:00

2018 AAPL DUE DILIGENCE SEMINAR

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PAST EVENT

DUE DILIGENCE SEMINAR

The AAPL is coming to Southern California with an exciting Due Diligence Seminar in November!!  The AAPL Due Diligence Seminar will begin Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 9:00AM at the Long Beach Petroleum Club located 3636 Linden Ave, in the beautiful city of Long Beach, California

Due Diligence Seminar Format:
Seminar Location:
Long Beach Petroleum Club
3636 Linden Ave Long Beach, CA 90807-4002

 Date: November 15, 2018 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Add to Calendar Credits: 5.00

CEU Speaker: A. Frank Klam, CPL

This Due Diligence Seminar is designed for the land professional that has or will be involved in due diligence for producing property and/or non-producing leasehold acquisitions. This is a “hands on” course to prepare anyone that is conducting due diligence.

Learn how to ready yourself to begin a project, how to verify working interest and net revenue interest, what problems to expect, how to find title defects, and how to report your results to either your client, your company or to the bank. Your instructor, A. Frank Klam, CPL, has over 45 years of experience as a land professional and has been doing due diligence for over 20 years, from small acquisitions to billion-dollar transactions. His insight and experience make this course a must if you plan to get involved in the due diligence process for your company or you want to become a member of any due diligence team.


With Regards,
Mike Flores/Marcia Carlisle
President/Secy LAAPL

DUE DILIGENCE REGISTRATION FORM.
EVENT FLYER!

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