NRCS Programs Update
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $20 billion to support USDA's conservation programs focusing on climate-related benefits and agricultural resilience. It allocates funds for programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, Regional Con
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Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme August 2023 Newsletter
The Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme's August 2023 newsletter highlights the team's encounters with endangered wild dogs, upgrades to the conservation area including the building of a waterhole, unique wildlife sightings like a giraffe eating bones, and observations of Matabele ants. Volunte
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Effective Methods for Soil Conservation
Methods to reduce soil erosion and promote soil conservation include terracing, contour planting, strip cropping with cover crops, alley cropping, agroforestry, windbreaks, and conservation tillage practices such as no-till and minimum tillage. These methods help in minimizing soil erosion hotspots
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Council Conservation Committee Distinguished Conservation Service Award
The Council Conservation Committee Distinguished Conservation Service Award is a prestigious recognition in scouting, involving projects, workbook completion, and assessment by a Council Board of Review. Councils must establish their own policies for administering the award. Scouts recognized with a
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Understanding Conservation Project Planning Basics
This module explores basic terminology in conservation project planning, focusing on key concepts like project, intervention, and community project. It delves into understanding the steps involved in planning for conservation projects, with a special emphasis on terminology and definitions essential
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Strategies for Online Eco-Linguistic Communication in Maasai Mara Conservation
Maasai Mara faces threats from human encroachment, prompting conservation efforts. This study explores online eco-linguistic strategies for engaging the public in conservation activities. The importance of language in online communication to achieve ecological harmony is highlighted, emphasizing eco
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Community-Based Management in Watershed Development
Techniques to initiate community participation in watershed management are crucial for sustainable development. Scholars classify participation levels into different categories, highlighting the importance of ideological motivation and voluntary engagement. The shift from direct intervention to part
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Marine Conservation Governance in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
Explore the dynamics of marine conservation governance in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, with a focus on Sasi practices and the preliminary findings in the West Misool and South Misool districts. Discover the potential resources in Raja Ampat and the various types of marine conservation areas in
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Understanding USDA Watershed Programs for Local Communities
USDA Watershed Programs offer assistance in addressing natural resource issues such as flood control, repairing flood damages, and rehabilitating flood control dams. The three major components - Emergency Watershed Program (EWP), Watershed Protection and Flood Control Program (WPFO), and Watershed R
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Watershed Resources for Interested Citizens
Explore a variety of resources related to watersheds, wetlands, and water monitoring, including tools provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services National Wetland Inventory. Learn about different types of wetlands, access the Indiana Watershed Group Finder for locating hydrologic unit codes, and
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Conservation Easements and Monitoring in Orange County by The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy plays a vital role in monitoring and managing conservation easement lands in Orange County, ensuring the protection of conservation values and natural resources. Through the Irvine Ranch Conservation Easements, they uphold specific permitted and prohibited activities while tai
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Understanding Energy Efficiency and Conservation Fundamentals
This unit introduces basic terms related to energy, efficiency, and conservation, covering topics such as Efficiency and Conservation Energy, First and Second Law of Thermodynamics, and various heat transfer mechanisms. It emphasizes responsible energy use, focusing on efficiency, conservation, and
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2018-19 Bay Barometer Communications Workgroup Report
Annual report on watershed health and restoration, highlighting the lack of updated indicators and providing insights into the improved indicators concerning blue crab abundance, protected lands, public access, RPI, and SAV metrics. The report outlines the progress made in various areas within the C
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Exploring the Freshwater Mobile Bay Watershed
The Mobile Bay Watershed covers a vast area across multiple states, with various rivers and water bodies interconnected through a network of tributaries. Major Alabama rivers, including the Mobile River and the Tombigbee River, flow through this watershed, supporting diverse ecosystems. However, env
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Chesapeake Bay Program Watershed Model Overview
The Chesapeake Bay Program's Watershed Model, presented to STAC in December 2019, provides insights on long-term average pollutant loads and land use dynamics in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The model incorporates inputs such as land use acres, BMPs, and delivery mechanisms to estimate pollutant lo
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Diaz Farm Conservation Journey in Illinois
Explore the 17-year conservation journey of Diaz Farm in Stephenson County, Illinois, led by Dan Diaz, focusing on sustainable land management practices and the use of Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool for conservation planning. The farm's history, conservation engagement with various organizatio
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Understanding Watersheds and Their Importance
A watershed is an essential area of land that directs rainfall and snowmelt to various bodies of water, forming a connected water system. Water in a watershed flows from high points to lower points via rivers, streams, and lakes, eventually reaching the ocean. Watersheds can vary in size and topogra
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Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management Course Overview
This course on Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management, delivered by Mr. Anil Swami, covers topics such as soil and climatic conditions in rainfed areas, water harvesting techniques, contingent crop planning, seasonal rainfall analysis, and soil conservation practices. It emphasizes the significa
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Developing Reward Mechanism for Watershed Services in Indonesia: Reconciling Local and Public Knowledge
This study focuses on reconciling local and public knowledge for developing a reward mechanism for watershed services in Indonesia. It discusses multi-stakeholder knowledge systems, knowledge acquisition methodologies, case studies from three locations in Indonesia, and local insights on landscape-h
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Integrated Watershed Management Programme State Level Nodal Agency Meeting Report
The State Level Nodal Agency meeting for the Integrated Watershed Management Programme was held on 23rd February 2015 in Thiruvananthapuram, where various agenda items were discussed, including confirmation of previous meeting minutes, action taken reports, project approvals, and resolving project d
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Understanding Watershed Processes and Habitat Impact
Explore the intricate relationship between stream processes, watershed factors, and habitat effects on local wildlife. Learn how climate, geology, soil, vegetation, water, and land use play crucial roles in shaping ecosystems. Discover the importance of maintaining a healthy vegetative community for
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Niagara Peninsula Conservation Foundation Presentation Overview
Purpose of the presentation is to overview the history of Niagara Peninsula Conservation Foundation, outline plans for 2020-2022, and propose an enhanced partnership with NPCA. The foundation was founded in 1969 at the request of NPCA, operates with a board of directors including two NPCA appointees
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Understanding Conservation and Taking Action
Explore the purpose of conservation and learn how to plan and execute conservation projects using local, regional, and national resources. Discover the legacy of the ArrowCorps service project and understand the difference between conservation and preservation. Identify conservation issues and resou
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Conservation Challenges and Opportunities in the 2018 Farm Bill
The 2018 Farm Bill presents a battleground where conservation, environmental protection, and agricultural interests collide. Key issues include changes in the Clean Water Act, pesticide use, CAFO operations, NEPA requirements, and potential impacts on conservation programs like the Conservation Stew
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Factors Influencing Watershed Management Explained by Mr. Anil Swami
Mr. Anil Swami, an Assistant Professor specializing in Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management, discusses the factors affecting watershed management. These factors are categorized into watershed characteristics, climatic characteristics, land use patterns, social status, and organization. Watersh
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Elk Creek Wood Replacement Project Overview
This project, led by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board in 2009 and documented by Katie Halvorson, focuses on the replacement of wood structures in Elk Creek to enhance watershed function and habitat complexity for juvenile coho salmon. By addressing the lack of large wood, the initiative aims t
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Watershed Dams Rehabilitation Program in Kentucky
The Watershed Dams Rehabilitation Program in Kentucky aims to address the critical need for rehabilitating high hazard dams to ensure public safety and prevent economic damage. With funds allocated for grant programs and local sponsor matches, the initiative targets key priority dams identified by t
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Watershed Conservation and Dam Rehabilitation Initiatives Overview
Explore the functions and responsibilities of Watershed Conservancy Districts in maintaining watershed dams, the funding mechanisms for dam rehabilitation projects, and the prioritized dam rehabilitation initiatives in Kentucky. Learn about the Watershed Dam Fund and its role in supporting the rehab
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Achieving the Goal of Stewardship in the Chesapeake Watershed Agreement
The Chesapeake Watershed Agreement aims to increase the number and diversity of local citizen stewards and local governments supporting conservation and restoration activities for healthy local streams, rivers, and the Chesapeake Bay. Recognizing the importance of local involvement, citizen stewards
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Understanding Watershed Management: Balancing Needs and Resources
Exploring the importance of watersheds in providing natural resources, the consequences of human modifications, and how communities strive to balance human needs with protecting watershed health. This module delves into the sources of community essentials like water, electricity, and heat, emphasizi
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New Procedure for Watershed Conservancy District Discontinuance
A draft legislation proposes a new procedure for discontinuing inactive Watershed Conservancy District boards. Key points include criteria for initiating discontinuance, public notification requirements, voting procedures, and provisions for district boundaries and responsibilities. The legislation
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Evaluating Watershed Delineation Discrepancies in West Virginia
This case study explores differences between NRCS Watershed Boundary Dataset and ArcGIS auto delineation in the Upper Guyandotte Watershed in West Virginia. The project aims to quantify discrepancies, analyze landscape characteristics, examine mining impacts, and assess the variations' effects on hy
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Sustainable Watershed Planning in Stevens County, Washington
The Colville River watershed, known as WRIA 59, is the focus of sustainable watershed planning in Stevens County, Washington. The planning aims to address current and future water needs while protecting and enhancing the water resources within the area. Regulations around water rights, land use, and
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Study of Watershed and Sites Suitability for Water Harvesting in Jawhar Taluka
This project aims to address water scarcity in Jawhar Taluka by studying watershed characteristics and identifying suitable sites for water harvesting structures. The methodology includes DEM analysis using QGIS Grass, watershed delineation, stream extraction, and site suitability assessment based o
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Analysis of Different Watershed Management Approaches in Various Agro-Ecoregions
This study examines six different watershed management approaches implemented in diverse agro-ecoregions, focusing on the commonalities, success, and failures of interventions. The case study of Adarsh Gaon Yojana (AGY) in Maharashtra highlights the principles and approach towards sustainable villag
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Watershed Management Research Projects in Maumee Watershed
Explore five key research tasks focusing on policies, practices, and impacts concerning nutrient loading into Lake Erie from the Maumee Watershed. Projects include examining CAFOs and CAFFs, declaring the Maumee a distressed watershed, regulating nutrients on farmland, addressing residential lawn fe
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Progress Review Meeting for PMKSY Watershed Projects - Financial Updates and Project Status Assessment
The review meeting held on 10/06/2016 at the Government Guest House in EKM discussed the financial progress and project status of PMKSY Watershed Projects in various districts including Kasargode, Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkadu, and Wayanadu. The detailed analysis included the project cost
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Watershed Development Programme in Kerala: A Comprehensive Overview
The Watershed Development Programme in Kerala underwent significant transformations over the years, evolving from the Integrated Watershed Management Programme to its current form under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana. The program's implementation involves various institutional mechanisms
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Pennsylvania's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan
Pennsylvania's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan focuses on reducing nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment loading to meet Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load requirements by 2025. The plan involves various sectors like agriculture, urban runoff, and forest areas to achieve necessary reductio
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Issues in Watershed Management: Policy, Legal, and Community Participation
Policy and legal frameworks play a crucial role in enhancing community participation in watershed management. Understanding policy impacts, participatory processes, and implementation strategies are key for effective management planning. Definitions of policy, its components, and what it is not are
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