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SUMMARY:Watershed Teaching Tools for Educators Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Where: Penn State Extension Lehigh County\, 4184 Dorney Park Road\, Room 104\, Allentown\, Pennsylvania 18104\nPenn State Extension invites classroom teachers and educators working with 6-12 grade students to participate in free workshops aimed at enhancing water education. These workshops\, supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Environmental Education Grants Program\, offer curriculum activity kits and training to integrate water topics across various subjects. As a critical resource\, water serves as a cross-curricular theme\, supporting science\, math\, literacy\, and more. With financial support\, these workshops aim to bolster Pennsylvania’s environmental literacy goals by empowering educators and volunteers. Led by Penn State Extension’s Water Resources Team\, comprising over 20 subject matter experts\, the initiative aims to address water quality and quantity issues\, reaching over 500\,000 individuals annually. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your teaching and earn Act 48 Hours (pending approval).\nWhat will you learn? \nUnderstand the significance of teaching youth about water and its alignment with the new PA STEELS Standards and MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience) framework\nReceive a free Rain to Drain Curriculum Kit and Book ($60 value)\, along with hands-on instruction on effectively utilizing the kit\nAccess a free Watershed Decisions Curriculum Kit ($39 value) and receive hands-on guidance on incorporating it into your teaching\nLearn about the new 2024 Future Master Watershed Stewards (FMWS) program and explore potential partnerships with trained FMWS volunteers for your classroom or program \nClick here to learn more and register for this FREE training!
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/watershed-teaching-tools-for-educators-workshop-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174120Z
UID:882-1715698800-1715698800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:CDRW Farm Bill Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW) in collaboration with the National Audubon Society and National Wildlife Federation (NWF) for an insightful webinar on the Farm Bill. Delve into the critical aspects of this legislation and its profound implications for conservation initiatives and communities across the nation. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights into the Farm Bill and its pivotal role in shaping conservation efforts. Register now to secure your spot!
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/cdrw-farm-bill-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174525Z
UID:904-1715648400-1715700600@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Watershed Teaching Tools for Educators Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Where: Penn State Extension Lehigh County\, 4184 Dorney Park Road\, Room 104\, Allentown\, Pennsylvania 18104\nPenn State Extension invites classroom teachers and educators working with 6-12 grade students to participate in free workshops aimed at enhancing water education. These workshops\, supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Environmental Education Grants Program\, offer curriculum activity kits and training to integrate water topics across various subjects. As a critical resource\, water serves as a cross-curricular theme\, supporting science\, math\, literacy\, and more. With financial support\, these workshops aim to bolster Pennsylvania’s environmental literacy goals by empowering educators and volunteers. Led by Penn State Extension’s Water Resources Team\, comprising over 20 subject matter experts\, the initiative aims to address water quality and quantity issues\, reaching over 500\,000 individuals annually. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your teaching and earn Act 48 Hours (pending approval).\nWhat will you learn? \nUnderstand the significance of teaching youth about water and its alignment with the new PA STEELS Standards and MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience) framework\nReceive a free Rain to Drain Curriculum Kit and Book ($60 value)\, along with hands-on instruction on effectively utilizing the kit\nAccess a free Watershed Decisions Curriculum Kit ($39 value) and receive hands-on guidance on incorporating it into your teaching\nLearn about the new 2024 Future Master Watershed Stewards (FMWS) program and explore potential partnerships with trained FMWS volunteers for your classroom or program \nClick here to learn more and register for this FREE training!
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/watershed-teaching-tools-for-educators-workshop-4/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174422Z
UID:896-1715263200-1715263200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:US Geological Survey Hosts May 9 Webinar On New USGS Base Streamflow Forecasting Web Tool
DESCRIPTION: \nThe US Geological Survey will host a May 9 webinar on the new USGS Baseflow Stream Forecasting Web Tool starting at 2:00 p.m. EDT.\nThis webinar will demonstrate how to access forecasts generated for active USGS streamgaging locations across the Nation. The webinar will also discuss the need for baseflow (low flow) information and possible applications of the tool. The baseflow forecast tool may be of interest to natural resource managers\, irrigation districts\, and water utilities\, as well as federal\, Tribal\, state\, and local agencies. We will present for 30 minutes and then leave plenty of time for questions and discussion.\nClick Here to register for the webinar.  Questions about this new tool should be directed to Christopher Konrad\, cpkonrad@usgs.gov.\n \nVisit the USGS Baseflow Stream Forecasting Web Tool page to start using this new resource.\nFor more information on water resources in Pennsylvania\, visit the USGS Pennsylvania Water Science Center webpage.
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/us-geological-survey-hosts-may-9-webinar-on-new-usgs-base-streamflow-forecasting-web-tool-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174322Z
UID:893-1715180400-1715180400@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Agroforestry and Water Resource Management
DESCRIPTION:Agroforestry practices can have a positive impact on water quality while simultaneously helping address agricultural resource concerns. Tune in next week Wednesday as we discuss the latest research on agroforestry and water resource management. Register here: Link\nFeatured Speakers: \nNate Lawrence\, Ecosystem Scientist\, The Savanna Institute\nBilly Beck\, Assistant Professor and Extension Forestry Specialist\, Iowa State University Outreach and Extension\nRanjith Udawatta\, Research Professor\, University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/agroforestry-and-water-resource-management-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174422Z
UID:895-1715176800-1715180400@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:EPA ORD Emergency Response Webinar - Pathogen Contaminated Wastewater: Where Does It Go & How to Treat It
DESCRIPTION:The contamination of wastewater with pathogens has become an ever-increasing concern for wastewater treatment plant operators since the 2001 Amerithrax incident\, 2014 Ebola outbreak\, and most recently\, the COVID-19 pandemic. A better understanding of how these pathogens move through the wastewater system and effective measures for removing them from materials and wastewater is crucial.\nThis webinar presentation will showcase research conducted at EPA’s Test and Evaluation facility. It will discuss pathogen persistence in an activated sludge treatment system\, methods for treating biosolids contaminated with heat-resistant spores (i.e.\, lime stabilization\, composting\, and incineration) and what conditions might contribute to pathogens surviving treatment. Lastly\, the presentation will go over past and ongoing work on the characteristics and properties that govern bioaerosol emission from aeration basins at wastewater treatment plants.\nRegister Here: Link
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/epa-ord-emergency-response-webinar-pathogen-contaminated-wastewater-where-does-it-go-how-to-treat-it-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174119Z
UID:880-1715169600-1731067200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Challenge yourself to live greener in 2024 with Berks Nature's 50 Acts for Nature Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:Start your 50 Acts for Nature Challenge today by downloading your score sheet here!\nBerks Nature has collected 50 actions for you to take – at home\, at work\, and in your community – to help you get started with some new\, greener habits this year! We challenge you to complete as many of these actions as you can this year\, and earn some cool prizes in the process!\nWill you rise to the challenge of greener living?\nIf you complete AT LEAST 25 of the Challenge’s actions\, submit your score sheet to Berks Nature to officially join the contest. All participants will receive a commemorative sticker and be entered to win a variety of prizes including goodie bags from The Nature Place shop\, Kimberton Whole Foods gift cards\, and tickets to Berks Nature’s annual State of the Environment Breakfast. One grand prize winner will score a rain barrel worth $130!\nAll winners will be notified in December to make arrangements for collecting their prizes.\nDeadline to submit your Challenge score sheet is November 8\, 2024
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/challenge-yourself-to-live-greener-in-2024-with-berks-natures-50-acts-for-nature-challenge-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T120500
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174119Z
UID:879-1714996800-1718712300@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:PA Environment Digest Blog: Master Watershed Steward Watershed-Friendly Native Plant Kit Sale
DESCRIPTION:Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program is now accepting orders for their 2024 Watershed-Friendly Native Plant Kit Sale through June 18 or until sold out.\nPick your preferred kit online and select the most convenient curbside fall pickup location from 17 sites across the state. \nProceeds from the Watershed-Friendly Native Plant Kits will support the Master Watershed Steward program providing volunteer-driven education and restoration work in that region. \nEach of the Watershed-Friendly kits are designed to help you incorporate more native plants into your property for habitat creation\, stormwater management\, pollutant reduction\, and other positive ecological services.\nReducing stormwater runoff\, reducing water pollution\, conserving water\, and supporting wildlife and pollinators are critical elements of healthy watershed-friendly properties and the focus areas of the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Watershed-Friendly certification\, a collaboration with Nurture Nature Center. \nNative plants are woven throughout the certification criteria because of all the benefits that native plant gardens can provide.\nKits are composed of plant plugs from carefully selected species grown by Kind Earth Growers using locally collected open-source pollinated seeds and 50% peat-free growing media. \nPlant plugs are smaller than what is typically found in nurseries\, allowing for easier transportation and planting within existing vegetation. \nThe plugs have healthy root systems which will establish this fall so that your plants can flourish next growing season.\nClick Here to order and for all the details.
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/pa-environment-digest-blog-master-watershed-steward-watershed-friendly-native-plant-kit-sale-6/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174825Z
UID:912-1714820400-1714834800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Berks County Conservation District Annual Conservation Celebration and Seedling Sale
DESCRIPTION:On May 4\, 2024\, the Berks County Conservation District will hold its annual Conservation Celebration and Seedling Sale at Berks County Agricultural Center (1238 County Welfare Road\, Leesport\, PA)\nThe day will be filled with live music by Golden Twine\, a food truck by Schaeffer’s Catering\, a rain barrel auction\, Smokey Bear\, the PA Woodmobile\, and other environmental organizations such as the PA Bat Rescue\, the PA Game Commission\, Blue Marsh Lake\, Baird Ornithological Society\, and more.\nAt noon\, the BCCD will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new and much anticipated S.W.A.G Bus. The Soil\, Water\, and Agricultural Mobile Education Bus is filled with hands-on educational displays and will be used to teach children and adults about conserving natural resources in Berks County.\nA seedling sale dedication ceremony for Mark Wolfskill\, former board member\, will take place at 12:30 p.m.\nThe Conservation Celebration will take place at the Berks County Agricultural Center at 1238 County Welfare Road.  The event begins at 11 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m.\nFor more information\, please contact Jennifer Brooks\, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator\, via email at Jennifer.brooks@berkscd.com or via phone at 601-372-4657\, ext. 212.
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/berks-county-conservation-district-annual-conservation-celebration-and-seedling-sale-4/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175329Z
UID:929-1714557600-1714564800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:SAN Ag Workgroup Agroforestry Site Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational Agroforestry Site Tour organized by the SAN Ag Workgroup. Get ready to explore different agroforestry practices and learn from experts in the field. This in-person event is a great opportunity to network with fellow ag professionals and gain insights into sustainable agriculture practices.  Register here\nAdditional Details: \nParking is available on site but we strongly encourage carpooling to reduce your impact on the environment and our hosts!\nIn the event of forecasted heavy rain or inclement weather a backup date is planned for Wednesday May 8\, 2024. We will email at least 48 hours in advance if we switch dates!\nPlease pack your own water\, snacks and/or lunch\nPlease dress for the weather and wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\nPlease come prepared to walk along uneven terrain \nWe hope to see you there!\nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/san-ag-workgroup-agroforestry-site-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174725Z
UID:906-1714485600-1714491000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:U.S. EPA Small Drinking Water Systems Webinar: PFAS Drinking Water Regulation and Treatment Methods
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nA certificate of attendance will be offered for this webinar\nOverview of EPA’s Final PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation\nPresenter: Ashley Greene\, EPA’s Office of Water\nThis presentation will provide an overview of the final PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation\, including the key regulatory requirements and timing for water systems and drinking water primacy agencies to comply with these requirements\, background on the regulation development\, and funding information to support rule implementation.\nRemoval of PFAS Compounds from Drinking Water: Fundamentals and Applications\nPresenter: Nicholas Dugan\, P.E.\, EPA’s Office of Research and Development\nThis presentation will focus on the three treatment processes designated as best available technologies for PFAS removal from drinking water: granular activated carbon (GAC)\, ion exchange (IX)\, and membranes (NF/RO). There will be a brief discussion on the fundamentals of each process followed by basic considerations of process selection\, process design\, and costing.\n 
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/u-s-epa-small-drinking-water-systems-webinar-pfas-drinking-water-regulation-and-treatment-methods-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174120Z
UID:881-1714219200-1733140800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Montco Trail Challenge
DESCRIPTION:How to Register\nJoin us for the 9th annual Montgomery County Trail Challenge! The Montco Trail Challenge will run April 27 – December 2\, 2024. Registration is open!\n1. Sign-up\, registration is open! \nPrint your official Montco Trail Challenge card (Spanish\, Korean) or look for them at Montgomery County park and trail kiosks.\nRegister yourself or any members of your household (including dogs). \n2. Get Out and Go! \nGet out and go! Visit any of the 18 participating trails and look for special markers at the entrance (trailheads).\nRecord each symbol you find on your trail card. \n3. Turn in Your Results! \nOnce you have visited as many trails as you can\, return your completed card to a designated dropbox or submit results online. \nYou do not have to walk\, run or bike the entire trail to get credit for the challenge – just visit and enjoy to earn your recognitions!  
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/montco-trail-challenge-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175732Z
UID:938-1714212000-1714219200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Spring Adopt-a-Tree Tree Planting Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 SPRING MILL ROAD\, GLADWYNE PA  19035 for their spring planting event\nSpring is a wonderful time to plant trees just as the preserve is coming back to life. Planting trees at the preserve helps combat climate change and maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed.\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/spring-adopt-a-tree-tree-planting-event-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175027Z
UID:919-1714053600-1714053600@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Emerging Findings on the Effects of Cover Crops on Grassland Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join April’s NRCS Conservation Outcomes webinar to learn more about the wildlife benefits associated with cover crops:\nAs the use of cover crops to improve soil health and reduce water quality concerns on working cropland has increased in recent years\, questions have emerged regarding the value of cover crops to wildlife. For example\, do cover crops provide needed habitat for grassland birds\, a group that has experienced widespread population decline in recent decades? What is the value of cover crop fields to grassland birds during the winter\, spring migration\, and breeding periods compared to cropland fields without cover crops or areas of perennial cover?\nOn April 25 at 2:00 p.m. eastern\, Dr. Adam Janke of Iowa State University and Dr. David Buehler of the University of Tennessee will provide answers to these questions and more during our free\, one-hour Conservation Outcomes Webinar. This webinar will share findings from recent studies examining bird use of cover crops in Iowa and Tennessee conducted in partnership with USDA’s Conservation Effects Assessment Project. Findings may be used to support on-the-ground cropland management decisions informed by a better understanding of the potential role of cover crops in grassland bird conservation efforts.\nNo registration is required. Visit NRCS Conservation Outcomes webinar page to find the link to join the meeting\nYou may also join via audio only:\nPhone Number: 202-650-0123\nPhone Conference ID: 554 587 395#
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-emerging-findings-on-the-effects-of-cover-crops-on-grassland-birds-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175529Z
UID:930-1713866400-1713879000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:SAN AMD Workgroup Tour
DESCRIPTION:**Please note the date change from April 16 to April 23**\nJoin SAN AMD Workgroup Partners in person for a tour of an active mining operation.\nWe’ll meet in Tamaqua and carpool to the site from there. Trucks and vans are preferred carpooling vehicles for rough road conditions and to limit the total number of vehicles on site.\nImportant Safety Considerations \nTrucks and vans are preferred vehicles considering rough road conditions\nParticipants must wear boots/sturdy footwear suitable for muddy and wet conditions\nWeather conditions might vary throughout the day so please dress accordingly \nClick here to register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/san-amd-workgroup-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174725Z
UID:907-1713790800-1713796200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Leveraging U.S. Forest Service BIL Funds for Source Water Protection on Forested Lands
DESCRIPTION: Leveraging U.S. Forest Service BIL Funds for Source Water Protection on Forested Lands hosted by the Source Water Collaborative. The webinar is designed for State and Tribal water and forestry programs\, water utilities\, source water collaboratives and watershed groups\, watershed\, aquatic\, and wildfire staff in the ten USFS Regions and Headquarters\, conservation groups\, conservation districts\, and other forest and water stakeholders.  Hear directly from USFS staff regarding how these funds can be used on USFS and non-USFS lands for drinking water protection and wildfire mitigation projects. Learn about the highly successful Drinking Water Providers Partnership. Then hear about two examples of collaborative groups that conserve and manage forested lands for source water protection:  Denver Water and Rio Grande Water Fund. (Please register for the webinar here)
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/leveraging-u-s-forest-service-bil-funds-for-source-water-protection-on-forested-lands-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174826Z
UID:914-1713607200-1713621600@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Spring Fest at Bartram's Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Bartram’s Garden for their free annual celebration of spring! This year’s schedule includes attractions from previous years: \nPlant nursery’s seasonal kick-off and sale\nGarden tours\nVendor marketplace and community resource tables\nChildren’s activities \nPlus special presentations and activities from community partners \n10am: Medicinal Highlights of the Botanical Garden In Spring\, led by Kelly McCarthy of Attic Apothecary\n11am: Vivien Sansour of Palestine Heirloom Seed Network\, interviewed by Lailah Lindsey of Sankofa Community Farm\n12-2pm: Seed Exchange hosted by Nate Kleinman of Experimental Farm Network\n1-3pm: What’s The Deal With Native Plants?\, a workshop presented by Goda Trakumaite \nClick here for directions to the Garden
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/spring-fest-at-bartrams-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175128Z
UID:924-1713553200-1713556800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Uses and Benefits of Rain Barrels
DESCRIPTION:Join Penn State Extension for this webinar on the Uses and Benefits of Rain Barrels. They will cover the various uses and benefits of rain barrels for a homeowner. The webinar will also cover a basic construction option for those interested in building a rain barrel on their property.\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-uses-and-benefits-of-rain-barrels-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175027Z
UID:918-1713513600-1713517200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Urban Gardens and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Join Penn State Extension for this webinar on urban gardening and soil health!\nThe COVID-19 pandemic got a lot of folks engaged in gardening\, especially in urban settings\, for the first time. While gardening in urban settings can be rewarding\, it can come with the risk of exposure to heavy metals and other pollutants that can be found in these polluted soils. During Urban Gardens and Soil Health\, participants will learn how they can test their soil\, examine soil health\, and help ensure they are growing healthy food. There will also be a chance to ask a soil scientist\, Stephen Dadio\, questions about urban soil health.\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-urban-gardens-and-soil-health-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175027Z
UID:915-1713450600-1713456000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:NNCR Advanced Training: Effluent Exceedance (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar focuses on effluent exceedance violations on the quarterly National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Noncompliance Report (NNCR)\, which provides a comprehensive list of Clean Water Act violations and their resolutions to the public. The training focuses on when effluent exceedance violations are generated\, criteria for assigning Category I versus II noncompliance\, resolution of effluent exceedance violations\, and a demonstration of searching and filtering effluent exceedance violations on the quarterly NNCR.\nNote: This training is an advanced training and assumes you have attended or watched a recording of the quarterly NNCR training before attending (https://echo.epa.gov/help/training#Series).\n**If you need any special accommodations for this webinar\, please email Madeline LaPatra (lapatra.madeline@epa.gov).\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/nncr-advanced-training-effluent-exceedance-webinar-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241213T174725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174725Z
UID:2832-1713441600-1713447000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:New Opportunities to Partner with NRCS for Source Water Protection and Climate-Smart Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:New Opportunities to Partner with NRCS for Source Water Protection and Climate-Smart Agriculture hosted by the Source Water Collaborative (SWC).  This webinar will focus on this year’s opportunity to update the USDA NRCS high priority source water protection areas and agricultural and forestry practices landowners can implement to get up to 90 percent incentive payments to protect drinking water sources under the Farm Bill. The webinar will also address the selection/update of watersheds under the National Water Quality Initiative (NWQI) and Mississippi River Basin Initiative (MRBI). In addition\, participants will learn about a drinking water utility’s successful experience working with NRCS State Technical Committees and NRCS staff. register here
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/new-opportunities-to-partner-with-nrcs-for-source-water-protection-and-climate-smart-agriculture-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T204322Z
UID:908-1713441600-1713447000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:New Opportunities to Partner with NRCS for Source Water Protection and Climate-Smart Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:New Opportunities to Partner with NRCS for Source Water Protection and Climate-Smart Agriculture hosted by the Source Water Collaborative (SWC).  This webinar will focus on this year’s opportunity to update the USDA NRCS high priority source water protection areas and agricultural and forestry practices landowners can implement to get up to 90 percent incentive payments to protect drinking water sources under the Farm Bill. The webinar will also address the selection/update of watersheds under the National Water Quality Initiative (NWQI) and Mississippi River Basin Initiative (MRBI). In addition\, participants will learn about a drinking water utility’s successful experience working with NRCS State Technical Committees and NRCS staff. register here
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/new-opportunities-to-partner-with-nrcs-for-source-water-protection-and-climate-smart-agriculture-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175027Z
UID:916-1713366000-1713369600@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:ECHO Biosolids Facility Searches and Reports Training
DESCRIPTION:This training hosted by USEPA focuses on the ECHO Facility Searches and Report under the Clean Water Act (CWA) National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program area biosolids. With the implementation of the NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule (eRule)\, facilities in the 41 states where EPA implements the Federal Biosolids Program\, and three authorized states (SD\, TX\, UT) began submitting electronic reports. This training provides an overview of the electronic reporting of biosolids annual reports\, describes the biosolids data available on EPA’s Enforcement and Compliance History Online (ECHO)\, and includes a demonstration of navigating the Biosolids Facility and Annual Report search form\, search results\, and Biosolids Facility Report.\n**If you need any special accommodations for this webinar\, please email Madeline LaPatra (lapatra.madeline@epa.gov).\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/echo-biosolids-facility-searches-and-reports-training-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175932Z
UID:941-1713294000-1713301200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - GIS Options for Environmental Advisory Councils
DESCRIPTION:From inventorying tree cover\, to managing invasive species; from mapping riparian buffers\, floodplains\, recharge areas and other water-related resources\, to inventorying municipal open space areas to improve management\, Geographic Information System (GIS) is a powerful tool that can be used for environmental management and protection. \n 
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-gis-options-for-environmental-advisory-councils-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175128Z
UID:921-1713290400-1713297600@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Choose Native Mini-Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Community members\, volunteers\, and interested professionals are invited to join Pennsylvania Sea Grant and Penn State Extension for this virtual mini-workshop focused on replacing invasive species with those native to Pennsylvania in landscapes and water gardens. Landscaping and water gardening activities often lead to the unintended introduction and spread of invasive plant species to our natural lands and waterways. Once established\, invasive species can degrade natural habitats by outcompeting native species for space\, light\, and nutrients. Invasive species can impact the food web by altering the plant community and decreasing the diversity of plants available for food sources\, habitat\, and shelter. Preventing invasive plant introductions by utilizing native alternatives in landscapes and water gardens is a viable solution. This Choose Native mini-workshop will introduce participants to native species options and creative ways to include native species in landscapes and aquatic designs. Click here to learn more and register\nWho is this for? \nProperty owners\nLandscapers\nThose wanting to learn more about invasive and native plants\nNative plant enthusiasts \nWhat will you learn? \nThe importance of Pennsylvania native species\nImpacts of invasive species in the built environment Ideas for utilizing native plants in the landscape\nManaging native species in landscapes and water gardens \nThis mini-workshop is hosted by Pennsylvania Sea Grant and Penn State Extension with a special guest presentation by Native Creations Landscaping Services.\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants thanks to funding from the Richard King Mellon Foundation and the Great Lakes Commission.\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-choose-native-mini-workshop-3/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T180329Z
UID:947-1712995200-1712995200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Perkiomen Stream Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Every April\, the Conservancy hosts a single-day watershed-wide event focused on removing litter\, tires and other debris from regional waterways. This event brings together volunteers who work collaboratively to clean-up streamside sites\, parks and open spaces throughout the watershed. Since its creation in 2004\, the Perkiomen Stream Clean-up has grown to become the largest single-day stream clean-up in the state of Pennsylvania with 1\,700 volunteers participating in 2023!\n2024 marks the 20th anniversary of this event – help make it the biggest one yet! Learn more and sign up here
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/perkiomen-stream-clean-up-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174725Z
UID:909-1712840400-1712844000@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Analytical Preparedness Full-Scale Exercise (AP-FSE) Toolkit Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Analytical Preparedness Full-Scale Exercise (AP-FSE) Toolkit Webinar hosted by the Water Laboratory Alliance. The Toolkit is a comprehensive guide to planning and executing a multi-organizational exercise to simulate response to a water emergency\, with a focus on tools and best practices for utility coordination of laboratory support. This webinar covers how an AP-FSE can increase preparedness\, includes an overview of the contents and functionality of the Toolkit\, and demonstrates how users can get started planning an exercise of their own with access to EPA support. (register here)
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/analytical-preparedness-full-scale-exercise-ap-fse-toolkit-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174825Z
UID:911-1712772000-1712777400@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:PA Abandoned Mine Reclamation Community-based Watershed Organizations Webinar & Survey Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Stream Restoration Incorporated (SRI) is partnering with the Western Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation (WPCAMR) and Eastern Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation (EPCAMR) to conduct a study on behalf of the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds & Rivers about past\, current\, and future involvement of watershed groups\, conservation districts\, and others in abandoned mine reclamation (AMR) projects in Pennsylvania.  A large focus of this study is to identify solutions to barriers that may be preventing watershed groups from participating in these projects.\nThis webinar will discuss the study\, introduce an information-gathering survey\, and seek initial input.\nPlease click here to register.
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/pa-abandoned-mine-reclamation-community-based-watershed-organizations-webinar-survey-kickoff-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T174825Z
UID:910-1712761200-1712761200@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Phosphorus Management and Water Quality Management
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Central Region Water Network for this webinar! Managing phosphorus (P) to both meet crop needs and reduce P loss from agricultural fields is critical to managing water resources. This edition of The Current will focus on P management and water quality – the latest research on P transport modeling\, and a review of ag BMPs and their efficacy for reducing P loss.\nFeatured Speakers: \nGurbir Singh\, Assistant Professor and State Extension Specialist\, Soil Science\, Agroecology and Landscape Management\, University of Missouri-Novelty\nRebecca Logsdon Muenich\, Associate Professor\, Biological and Agricultural Engineering\, University of Arkansas\nPeter Tomlinson\, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist for Environmental Quality\, Kansas State University \nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/phosphorus-management-and-water-quality-management-2/
CATEGORIES:SAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191308
CREATED:20241004T204411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T175329Z
UID:926-1712759400-1712764800@schuylkillwaters.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Demystifying How to Access BIL Funds for Source Water Protection and Natural Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:The Source Water Collaborative is hosting its 2nd webinar as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Webinar Series. The webinar is provided at no cost to attendees.\nPlease click here to learn more and register for the webinar.\nThe webinar will cover the following topics: \nEPA’s free Water Technical Assistance programs (new and longstanding)\nBIL funding and Environmental Finance Centers\nClean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) eligible projects for source water protection\nCase studies from the New England Environmental Finance Center \nSpeakers: \nBev Vazquez (they/them)\, Water Infrastructure & Resiliency Finance Center\, U.S. EPA\nAddison Chau\, Water Infrastructure & Resiliency Finance Center\, U.S. EPA\nMartha Sheils\, Director\, New England Environmental Finance Center\, University of Maine\nKira Jacobs\, Source Water Protection Program\, U.S. EPA Region 1 (Facilitator)\nMichelle Tucker\, Source Water Protection Program\, U.S. EPA Region 10 (Facilitator) \nExpected Webinar Audience: The webinar is targeted to states\, water utilities\, source water protection staff\, state SRF funding program staff\, municipal officials\, source water collaboratives\, federal agencies\, watershed groups\, and other water stakeholders.\nPlease click here to learn more and register for the webinar.
URL:https://schuylkillwaters.org/event/webinar-demystifying-how-to-access-bil-funds-for-source-water-protection-and-natural-infrastructure-6/
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