January 04, 2011
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Journal of Water Resource and Protection Vol.3, No. 12 Released
These papers are all open-access. To view the links, click here. Any future releases of the Journal of Water Resource will be included in the "More Newsletters" section of the Inflow.
Call for Papers: US EPA Hardrock Mining Conference 2012: Advancing Solutions for a New Legacy
The conference will provide participants with an opportunity to examine and discuss current and future environmental issues which provide opportunities for efficient resource extraction, mine closure, and for the remediation of abandoned mines. The conference takes place April 3-5 in Denver, CO. Abstracts are due by Friday, Jan 13, 2012. For more information, click here.
River Hero Nominations - Due Feb 3
River Rally 2012 is currently accepting nominations for our 2012 Heroes. River Network's River Heroes Award celebrates rivers and those who protect them by recognizing some of our victories and honoring those who provide us with leadership and inspiration along the way. For more information, go to www.rivernetwork.org/nominate-
Update on Rulemaking for Clean Water Act Protection
Last April, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released draft guidance to clarify protection of waters through clearer, less burdensome guidelines for determining which water bodies are to be kept safe from pollution and destruction. About 230,000 public comments were received on the draft guidance. For more information on these comments, click here. For more information on draft guidance and proposed rulemaking, click here.
Water Quality Control Commission November Hearing Notices
Visit the website to see all current and recent hearings.
Water 2012
Colorado W
ater 2012 is being spearheaded by CFWE with the help of over 200 volunteers to bring awareness and educational water activities to Colorado through a yearlong celebratory campaign. Committees are working on school and university activities, a virtual book club, traveling informational displays, web-based tools, watershed activities, and a traveling speaker’s series. There are many upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. To check them out and learn more about Water 2012 please visit www.Water2012.org. You can also find Water 2012 on Facebook and Twitter.
Inside Business: Roaring Fork Conservancy
Aspen Times, January 2 - An insightful read regarding the education programs and many projects the RFC has going on.
New Events
Jan 12: Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership Watershed Plan Presentation
After more than three years of continuous work, the Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership (UWP) has completed a draft of the watershed plan for the Uncompahgre River made possible by grants from the Colorado Water Quality Control Division and the Healthy Rivers Fund. A presentation of the plan will take place at the Ouray Community Center on 320 6th Ave. Doors will open at 6, for the presentation that will go from 6:30 to 8pm. There will be opportunity for public comment. The plan is available at uncompahgrewatershed.org.
Jan 27-29: The Downstream Neighbor Water Symposium
The Downstream Neighbor Water Symposium features conversations about our connection with the South Platte watershed, each other, the planet, and future generations of all species. Beginning with a very large context of cosmic time (film screening of Journey of the Universe) we will proceed to a discussion of the global status of water (keynote by Maude Barlow) and the creatures like us who depend on water. Then we will focus our attention close to home with local speakers on local issues and what it means to act responsibly on behalf of our downstream neighbor. Select from an array of events, reasonably priced and some free, at http://www.
Upcoming Events
Ongoing: State of the Rockies Monthly Speakers
All State of the Rockies events are free and open to the public, who are encouraged to join the ongoing discussion of the issues that affect our beautiful yet fragile region. Jan 30 - Unheard Voice of the Colorado River Basin: Bringing Mexico and Native American Tribes to the Table. Click here for more information.
Jan 11: Small Wind Energy Basics
In this webinar, you will learn about the basics of wind energy, including how to determine whether you have a good wind resource, how to site a turbine, as well as cost and paybacks. Presented by Irene Shonle, CSU Extension Gilpin County Director. Click here for more information.
Jan 17: Peter McBride Presentation
Come attend an exciting opportunity to meet with Peter McBride, photographer, writer, storyteller, and co-author of one of the Colorado Water 2012 Book Club selected books, The Colorado River: Flowing Through Conflict. (Please visit the Book Club Page on the Colorado Water 2012 website for more information on this book and other Book Club selections.) Join us in person or attend via live special webcast! There is no charge for this event. The event takes place from 5-6pm at the Colorado Car CLE (1900 Grant St. Suite 300). To attend the presentation in person, please RSVP to Monica Santillanes at 303-824-5356 or msantillane
Jan 24: Re-Constructing the Flume
Ever wondered about the Hanging Flume? Who built it and how!? Well...your answers await! Join local resident and flume expert Jerald Reid for an informative and entertaining evening of "Lifelong Learning" at KAFM's Radio Room in celebration of the Historic Hanging Flume!This is a free event though a $5 donation to our incredible hosts at KAFM is encouraged! The event will take place at 7pm at KAFM's Radio Room 1310 Ute Ave in Grand Junction, CO 81501. Find more information here.
Jan 30-31: California Irrigation Institute Annual Conference
The 50th Annual Conference set to be held in Sacramento, CA on January 30-31, 2012. This conference is honoring 50 years of achievement in California water, as well as focusing on the next 50 years of needed efficiency. To learn more and to register click here.
Feb 15-17: 2012 Tamarisk Symposium
Join the Tamarisk Coalition (TC) and Colorado State University Extension Office for the 6th Tamarisk Symposium. This conference, held every two years, is considered the preeminent conference on the tamarisk and related riparian restoration issues and will bring together nearly 250 land and resource managers, researchers, public and private sectors and others from throughout the West. More info here. Early registration ends Jan 15!
Feb 23-24: DARCA Conference
The 10th Annual Convention of the Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance (DARCA):"Are Your Water Rights in Jeopardy?" will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Colorado Springs. A wide variety of speakers will discuss their views on timely subjects facing ditch and reservoir companies. For information regarding convention registration as well as sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities please visit the DARCA website or contact John McKenzie at (970) 412-1960 or john.mckenzie@darca.org.
Mar 1-2: Rocky Mountain Land Institute 21st Annual Land Use Conference
Register now for the 21st Annual Land Use Conference, The Wilderness City: Nature Culture and the Economy in the Next West. RMLUI’s 21st Annual Land Use Conference presents an opportunity to explore approaches to development that not only make Western communities vibrant economic centers, but also strengthen their connections to the land. Register here.
Apr 30-May 4: National Water Quality Monitoring Council's 8th National Monitoring Conference
Join the NWQMC for their annual conference Water: One Resource - Shared Effort - Common Future taking place in Portland, OR from April 30-May 4. This conference will focus on the many facets of water quality and quantity monitoring for improved understanding, protection,and restoration of our natural resources and communities. Click here for more information.
Funding Opportunities List:
The Colorado Watershed Assembly has compiled a list of governmental and non-governmental funding sources for restoration projects and organizational capacity building. The list can be found on our website.
DUE SOON!
2012 Nonpoint Source Funding Cycle Announcement
Application Deadline: January 13, 2012
The Water Quality Control Division, Nonpoint Source Management Area (NPS program) and its state water quality partners, the Nonpoint Source Alliance (Alliance) are now accepting proposals for projects to be considered for funding under Section 319(h) of the Clean Water Act. All application forms, instructions and other types of documents necessary to apply for funding can be found on http://npscolorado.com/.
Denver Urban Waters Request for Proposals
Application Deadline: January 13, 2012
Colorado State Forest Service is now accepting urban forestry grant proposals for projects that will restore or improve waterways in the Denver area – one of seven pilot locations recently selected for federal assistance from the Urban Waters Federal Partnership. This project is intended to restore vital Denver-area waterways including the South Platte River corridor and its major tributaries in the Denver metropolitan area, such as Bear Creek, Clear Creek, Sand Creek and Cherry Creek. Click here for more information.
Captain Planet Foundation Grants
Application Deadline: January 15, 2012
The Captain Planet Foundation primarily makes grants to U.S.-based schools and organizations with an annual operating budget of less than $3 million. Grants are made for activities that conform to the mission of the Captain Planet Foundation which is to: promote and support high-quality educational programs that enable children and youth to understand and appreciate our world through learning experiences that engage them in active, hands-on projects to improve the environment in their schools and communities. Click here for more information.
WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline: January 19, 2012
A WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant funding opportunity is now available. The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking proposals from states, Indian tribes, irrigation districts, water districts and other organizations with water or power delivery authority to partner with the Bureau of Reclamation on projects that increase water conservation or result in other improvements that address water supply sustainability in the West. General information about the grant opportunity can be found here and the full announcement can be found here.
Upcoming Deadlines
Application Deadline: January 23, 2012
EPA expects to award between $1.8 to $3.8 million in grants for projects across the country that will contribute to improved water quality and community revitalization. The goal of these Urban Waters Small Grants is to fund research, studies, training, and demonstration projects that will advance the restoration of urban waters by improving water quality through activities that also support community revitalization and other local priorities. Click here for more information. There will be two webinars to assist applicants, one on Dec. 14 and the other on January 5.
2012 Five Star Grant Request for Proposals
Application Deadline: Feb 15, 2012
This opportunity provides modest financial assistance on a competitive basis to support community-based wetland, riparian and coastal habitat restoration projects that build diverse partnerships and foster local natural resource stewardship through education, outreach and training activities. Click here for the full RFP.
Scholarship Opportunity for IBCC and Basin Roundtable Members
The Public Education, Participation and Outreach (PEPO) workgroup of the IBCC has made funding available to all Basin Roundtables to offset costs of water education opportunities. The goal of this funding is to provide basin roundtable members with financial assistance to learn about water issues in other basins and statewide, thus transferring information between basins. For more information on the available scholarships, please click here.
For a comprehensive list of trainings visit the Assembly's website.
New Trainings
Jan 9: Colorado Resource Center Grant Workshop
In this workshop, learn best practices in grantwriting and tips for success. Participants will understand the essential elements included in a grant proposal and how to craft a compelling case for support. The workshop will take place from 9am to 4pm at 444 Sherman Street in Denver, CO.
Upcoming Trainings
Various Dates: Community Resource Center's Leadership Program
Are you an Executive Director interested in expanding your leadership capabilities, developing greater self-confidence, and mastering management techniques that will increase your effectiveness? If so, then the Colorado Nonprofit Leadership & Management Program is for you! Click here or call 303.623.1540 X13 for more information.
Feb 5: Watershed to Waterwise Strategies
Following the trend to re-establish these functions in urban areas, this class, through the University of Colorado Boulder, will touch on: watershed catchment and delivery systems, current water use patterns in the west, water in the city, water on the site, water reuse at small and large scales, rainwater capture, urban forest functions and values and climate appropriate plant selections. Click here for time, cost and other information.
March 8: Urban Forest to Rain Gardens
In this course, taught through the University of Colorado Boulder, we will walk through a few green technologies taking root in cities today. We'll get up close to: Green Roofs - a great way to reduce energy consumption and increase storm water quality, grow food and attract wildlife; to Rain Gardens- a growing method of cleaning up rain water while growing ornamental and edible plants in urban and suburban yards; to Trees- individually and collectively (urban forests) an easy way for folks to provide shade, reduce energy, grow food, provide habitat, sequester carbon.. Click here for time, cost and other information.
Program Assistant, Alliance for Water Efficiency
The Alliance for Water Efficiency seeks a qualified individual to serve in the position of program assistant. The chosen individual will be an integral part of our Chicago office. The ideal candidate must be very organized and detail oriented. They will work on water efficiency programs and projects, develop expertise in key areas such as green building and water-energy, assist
team members and third-party contractors or consultants on special project deliverables, and perform other tasks as assigned. Click here for the full announcement.
Project Coordinator, Alliance for Water Efficiency
The Alliance for Water Efficiency seeks a qualified individual to serve in the position of project coordinator. The chosen individual will be an integral part of our Chicago office. The ideal candidate must be very organized and detail oriented. Click here for the full announcement.
Irrigation Plans Examiner, Aurora Water
Examines irrigation plans for compliance with irrigation standards adopted by the City for the Water Department. Creates and maintains conservation databases. For more information on the position, click here.
Summer Naturalist, Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
ACES Summer Naturalists receive valuable education, training, and experience while conducting natural history interpretive tours and children’s environmental education programs. Naturalists will gain knowledge of the local flora and fauna and have the opportunity to inspire the public in a beautiful natural setting. Please visit the ACES website at www.aspennature.org for additional information.
Water Resources Analyst, City of Greeley
The Water Resource Analyst is responsible for the collection, development and interpretation of water resource data and water quality data. The position supports the Water Resource Administrators with the management, analysis, and interpretation of the City’s water rights decrees and decree accounting. The Analyst will support water resources staff through preparation of water resources reports. Position open until filled. Click here for more info.
(* = updated or new this week!)
Colorado Water Institute - Aug/Sept 2011 Newsletter
Roaring Fork Conservancy - River Currents Newsletters*
Chomper's Chatter - The Greenway Foundation's Newsletter
Ripple Effects - Colorado Foundation for Water Education Newsletter
IES Stakeholder Connection Quarterly Newsletter
EPA Go Green! Monthly Newsletter*
Colorado NPS Connection Newsletter
University of Colorado Natural Resources and Law Center (NRLC) Newsletter
Center for Watershed Protection - Runoff Rundown
United Water and Santiation District
National Hydrologic Warning Council Newsletter
Wildland Restoration Volunteers Newsletter
Smart Water Use - Denver Water Newsletter
Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust: RiGHT Annual Report
Colorado Water Wise Winter 2011 Newsletter
Leaf Litter - Biohabitats Spring Newsletter
Big Dry Creek Newsletter - Fall 2010
Alliance for Water Efficiency - Water Efficiency Watch
Alliance for Sustainable Colorado - Building Matters
New Community Coalition Newsletter
Colorado NonProfit Association Events
Water Environment Federation - The Stormwater Report
National Water Quality Monitoring Council Newsletter
The Green Line: Colorado Riparian Association Newsletter
Journal of Water Resource and Protection, Vol. 3, No. 12
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