Watershed Academy:
Understanding Water Quality Assessment and Restoration
October 27-28, 2009
Sponsored
by:
University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff
University of Arkansas
USDA CSREES Southern
Region Water Quality Program
North Carolina State
University
Auburn University
Courtesy of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
 Presentations (PDF)
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 Vines 4-H Center outside of Little Rock, Arkansas on Day 1 and at the Gov. Mike Huckabee Delta Rivers Nature Center on Day 2.
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.
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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 Coastal Academy will mix hard work and analysis with plenty of free time to enjoy late fall in beautiful Arkansas.
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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.
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Agenda Overview
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October 27
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Understanding
Watersheds
Watershed Academy Overview
Watershed Basics
Hydrology
Water Quality
Ecology
Local Water Resources - Monitoring Field Trip
October 28
Identifying Issues and Solutions
Stormwater and Erosion Control Technologies
Successful Stakeholder Involvement
Stream and Wetland Tour- Field Trip
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Workshop
Instructors
Instructors include the following educators with
extensive experience in hydrology, water quality monitoring, watershed
management, restoration, and stormwater management:
Ed Buckner, PhD, University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff
Mike Daniels, PhD, University of Arkansas
Bill Layer, PhD, Bayou Bartholomew Alliance
Greg Jennings, PhD, PE, North Carolina State University
Eve Brantley, PhD, Auburn University
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 Early Registration (before Oct. 6)
$125 General Registration
$75 Non-profit / Government Registration
Registration
$175 General Registration
$125 Non-profit / Government Registration
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Registration deadline - October 20, 2009.
Register Online
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For more information or questions about registration:
Dr. Mike Daniels,
Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science
South University Ave
Box 391 Room 307F
Little Rock, AR 72203
Phone:(501) 671-2281
Fax: (501) 671-2297
mdaniels@uaex.edu
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Seats will be reserved for Extension agents and local watershed group representatives. For more information or to reserve your place in this workshop, please email Mike Daniels or call (501) 671-2281.
Registration fee includes course materials,
lunches, and breaks.
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Local
Accommodations |
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Lodging is available at the Arkansas 4-H Vines Center. Rates and more information are available through their web site.
If you require air travel, convenient airports include:
 Little Rock National Airport
For more information, please email Mike Daniels or call (501) 671-2281.
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Workshop Presentations (PDF)
Introduction to Watersheds, Hydrology
Introduction to Watershed Ecology
Overview of Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control
Engaging Stakeholders and Funding Opportunities
This material is based upon work supported by the Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under Agreement No. 2004-51130-03114
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture
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