Watershed Academy:
Principles of Water Quality Monitoring,
Planning, and Restoration

March 28- 30, 2006
University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education
1197 South Lumpkin Street
Athens, Georgia 30602

Sponsored by:
USDA CSREES Southern Region Water Quality Program
University of Georgia
Clemson University
North Carolina State University
Auburn University
USEPA Region 4

Registration Information		Announcement (MS Word or PDF)
	Agenda

Join us for the Watershed Academy: Principles of Water Quality Monitoring, Planning and Restoration -- Space is limited to the first 30 registrants.

Workshop will be held at the UGA Center for Continuing Education in Athens, Georgia, adjacent to University of Georgia.

Workshop Description Participants will learn how to apply water quality and watershed management principles to understand and solve complex water resource problems. Instructors use case studies, field trips, and group assignments to teach about water quality assessment and watershed management approaches, including conservation, protection, and restoration.

Skills gained at this workshop will improve students’ ability to identify problems and solutions for their local watersheds. This is not for the faint of heart! The Academy will mix hard work and analysis with plenty of free time to enjoy spring in the beautiful and bustling city of Athens, Georgia.

Who should attend? The Watershed Academy is designed for Extension professionals, local government officials, local watershed coordinators, project managers, consultants, and agency representatives who can benefit from a thorough scientific understanding of watershed processes, assessment, and techniques for protecting and conserving natural resources.

Agenda

March 28, 8:00am to 5:30pm

Understanding Watersheds Watershed Basics Hydrology Physical Characteristics Water Quality Issues Biological Functions Watershed Assessment Field Trip - Biological Assessment Watershed Assessment Case Study

March 29, 8:00am to 5:30pm

Water Quality Protection Watershed Restoration Techniques Erosion and Sediment Control Basics Septic System Issues and Solutions Innovative Watershed Management Stormwater Management Case Studies Stormwater BMP Tour

March 30, 8:00am to 12:30pm

Watershed Management Conservation Planning, Easements, Tax Credits Watershed Funding Opportunities Building and Working with Stakeholder Groups Working with EPA Working with Local Governments Listening to Developers

Workshop Instructors

Instructors include the following educators with extensive experience in hydrology, water quality monitoring, watershed management, restoration, and stormwater management:

Mark Risse, PhD, PE, Professor, University of Georgia
Rose Mary Seymour, PhD, PE, Extension Associate, UGA
Bruce Ferguson, PhD, Professor, University of Georgia
Laurie Fowler, LLM, Professor, University of Georgia
Tim Carter, Graduate Student, University of Georgia
Deb Borden, Extension Associate, University of Georgia
Bill Bumback, Planner, University of Georgia
Christine Rodick, Project Coordinator, University of Georgia
Hillary Tanner, Extension Associate, University of Georgia
Greg Jennings, PhD, PE, Professor, North Carolina State University
Cal Sawyer, Water Quality Extension Specialist, Clemson University
Eve Brantley, Extension Associate, Auburn University
Dan Hitchcock, PhD, South Carolina Sea Grant Program
Bill Cox, U.S. EPA Region 4

Registration Information

Early registration deadline is March 13, 2005. Late registration fees apply after March 13. Early Registration: $325   Government / Non-Profit: $225  Late Registration: $380     Online Registration - Visit the Georgia Center internet registration site to reserve your seat today   Download Registration Brochure (available soon) 15 seats will be reserved for local watershed group representatives. For more information or to reserve your place in this workshop, please email Deb Borden, University of Georgia Engineering Outreach. Registration will include course materials, lunches, and breaks. Presentations and resource materials will be posted on this web site.

Local Accommodations

A block of rooms will be reserved at the UGA Center of Continuing Education for a special rate. To make your reservations, call 800-884-1381 or 706-542-2134 or register online through the Georgia Center Registration web site. Group name is Southeast Watershed Academy. Make your reservations now - special rate is available until March 6. Conference participants traveling by air may fly into the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (1.5 hour drive) or the Athens Ben Epps Airport.