Events
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2024 Watershed Congress
Sharing information, tools, and practices for watershed protection and restoration The Watershed Congress has evolved since 1998 to advance the best available information and techniques for protecting and restoring watersheds. The focus on networking across disciplines means that the Watershed Congress melds science, policy, and practical applications into one program. As a result, the annual […]
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Barrels and Beer Rain Barrel Workshop
Join Berks County Conservation District on March 23rd at Saucony Creek Brewery in Kutztown for “Barrels and Beer” a rain barrel workshop. Enjoy a delicious Saucony Creek Brew while painting a rain barrel to take home. Pre-registration required! To register and for more information contact Jennifer at Jennifer.brooks@berkscd.com
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Small Drinking Water Systems Webinar Series: Harmful Algal Blooms
Establishing an Algal Toxin Rule and Regulatory Program in Rhode Island, an Informal Case Study Shannon Harrower-Nakama, Rhode Island Department of Health In 2019, Rhode Island was one of the earliest states to establish a HAB/cyanotoxin rule in the state public drinking water regulations, which also required the development of surrounding program infrastructure. This presentation […]
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Flood Mitigation: A Roadmap for Pennsylvania (Virtual)
In this panel presentation hosted by PASA, learn about the growing impact of severe floods and droughts on farms and other lands, and the role farmers and land stewards can play in directly mitigating damage caused by these natural disasters. We will also cover resources farmers can access to reduce exposure, take preventive measures, and […]
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Pottstown Keystone Drive Community Cleanup Event
Location: 567 Keystone Blvd, Pottstown, PA Great opportunity to earn Community Service hours. Call 484.781.1748 to get involved
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PFAS Regulations, Soup to Nuts Webinar
Pennsylvania Water Environment Association is hosting this presentation which will provide an overview of Pennsylvania’s regulatory program for PFAS, EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadmap, and recent EPA PFAS-related initiatives affecting the water and wastewater sectors. Specific topics include PFAS drinking water standards, the significance of designating PFAS as hazardous substances under CERCLA, NPDES permitting, the impact […]
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From Drought to Deluge: Use of Multiple Sampling Modalities to Understand Microcystis Dynamics in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, CA (Webinar)
This Algal Bloom Action Team webinar will feature Ellen Preece, Senior Scientist for the California Department of Water Resources. Dr. Preece will share her research on microcystin during drought and record wet years in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in California. Click here to register
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Workforce Solutions for Agriculture: Taking a Closer Look at Apprenticeships (Webinar)
Join this webinar offered by Penn State Cooperative Extension to discover the basics of registered apprenticeships for agricultural workforce development, explore current opportunities in Pennsylvania, and learn how employers can connect and support apprenticeship programs. Learn more and register here
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Creating Age-Friendly Communities with Green Infrastructure: How Addressing Needs of Children and Older Adults Benefits All (Webinar)
Check out the latest installment of EPA’s Green Infrastructure Webcast Series: Description: As we are experiencing unpredictable conditions intensified by climate change, discussion on who is the most vulnerable has focused on race, income and zip codes. Age, however, must also be part of the conversation because children and older adults are at a higher risk for […]
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Oil Spill Response: Advances in Detection Capabilities (Webinar)
Join EPA for an overview of technologies and projects for tracking hydrocarbons underwater or in floating slicks. Additionally, this webinar will highlight the need for measurements that provide a better understanding of behavior and transport of spilled oil in water environments. Click here to register
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Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Advisory Committee – Public and Virtual Meeting
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will hold a public meeting of the Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Advisory Committee (UAIPAC). UAIPAC will convene to discuss proposed recommendations for the Secretary of Agriculture on the development of policies and outreach relating to urban, indoor, and other emerging agriculture production practices. Written comments will be accepted […]