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

June 15-16, 2006
Duck, NC

Sponsored by:
UNC Coastal Studies Institute
Sea Grant of North Carolina
USDA CSREES Southern Region Water Quality Program
North Carolina State University
North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
US EPA Region 4

Registration Information		Announcement ( 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 beautiful Sanderling Resort in Duck, NC. The Sanderling is located in one of the most famous natural, historic and recreational areas in the United States.

Workshop Description Participants will learn how to apply water quality and watershed management principles to understand and solve complex coastal 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 Outer Banks Academy will mix hard work and analysis with plenty of free time to enjoy late spring along North Carolina's Outer Banks.

Who should attend? The Watershed Academy is designed for Extension professionals, local government officials, local watershed coordinators, project managers, research professionals, 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

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June 15

Understanding Watersheds Watershed Basics Coastal Hydrology Coastal Water Quality Fishery Issues Watershed Assessment Watershed Assessment Case Study Local Water Resources -Field Trip Evening Social

June 16

Watershed Planning & Solutions Erosion and Sediment Control During Construction Septic System Issues and Solutions Landscape Management to Protect Water Quality Conservation Planning Stormwater Management Listening to Developers Building and Working with Stakeholder Groups Best Management Practices - Field Trip

Workshop Instructors

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

Barbara Doll, Sea Grant of North Carolina
Greg Jennings, PhD, PE, North Carolina State University
Sarah Mirabilio, Sea Grant of North Carolina
Rich McLaughlin, PhD, North Carolina State University
Dave Lindbo, PhD, North Carolina State University
Susan Ruiz-Evans, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
Deanna Osmond, PhD, North Carolina State University
Dan Hitchcock, PhD, South Carolina Sea Grant, Clemson University
Bill Hunt, PhD,PE, Professor, North Carolina State University
Eve Brantley, Auburn University

Registration Information

Registration: $150     Download Registration Brochure (PDF) Mail or fax registration form to: Watershed Academy C/O UNC Coastal Studies Institute 217 Budleigh Street Post Office Box 699 Manteo, NC 27954 tel. 252 475 3663 fax 252 475 3545   15 seats will be reserved for local watershed group representatives. For more information or to reserve your place in this workshop, please email John McCord with the UNC Coastal Studies Institute. Registration fee includes course materials, lunches, and breaks.

Local Accommodations

Download Travel and Lodging Recommendations for Duck, NC (PDF) For more information, please email John McCord or call 252 475 3663.