Monthly Archives: March 2013

Video Contest for Restoration Projects

Posted on March 29, 2013 by barbara.mcmillan

This could be a fun opportunity for the right situation – if you have a project and students or recent graduates already working with you.  Island Press and the Ecological Restoration’s Sudent Video Contest with $500 Scholarship.  This is for … Continue reading →

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Request for Proposals & Qualifications: Nutrient Loading Study of Lake Warren in Alstead, NH

Posted on March 28, 2013 by sally.soule

General Information:  Southwest Region Planning Commission has been awarded funding  from NH DES through a grant from Section 604(b) of the Clean Water Act, for a Nutrient Loading Study for Lake Warren in Alstead, NH.  Lake Warren has shifted from … Continue reading →

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Farmington Releases RFQ for Mad River Restoration Project

Posted on March 27, 2013 by sally.soule

The Town of Farmington was recently awarded a Watershed Restoration Grant from NHDES – Watershed Assistance Section to restore the Mad River in the vicinity of the Tappan Street Bridge and St. Peter Church. The purpose of this project is … Continue reading →

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So You Want to Set Up a Stormwater Utility – Webinar!

Posted on March 22, 2013 by admin

Webinar opportunity for those interested in learning about stormwater utilities. So You Want to Set Up a Stormwater Utility? The Top Ten Stormwater Utility Launch Failures & How to Avoid Them Presenter: Andy Reese, P.E., LEED AP Vice President, AMEC … Continue reading →

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ARM Fund Grant Round is Open

Posted on March 12, 2013 by sally.soule

AQUATIC RESOURCE MITIGATION FUND 2013 Grant Round Open Pre-proposals due April 29, 2013 The NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is pleased to announce funding available through the Aquatic Resource Mitigation (ARM) Fund Program for wetland restoration, land conservation, or habitat … Continue reading →

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Gravel Road Maintenance Workshop – March 23

Posted on March 11, 2013 by admin

   On March 23, Madison resident and gravel road guru, Russ Lanoie, will give a workshop at the Freedom Town Hall on gravel road maintenance techniques that can improve performance and durability of gravel roads while helping protect surface water … Continue reading →

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24th Annual NEIWPCC NPS Conference – May 14-15 in Burlington

Posted on March 11, 2013 by eric williams

Registration is now open for the 24th Annual Nonpoint Source Pollution Conference, to take place May 14 & 15, 2013 in the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center, Burlington, Vermont.  Early-bird pricing is in effect through April 26  – please register … Continue reading →

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Protecting Your Lake: Unique Tools to Protect and Restore Water Quality

Posted on March 11, 2013 by barbara.mcmillan

There are still a few spaces available in upcoming Protecting Your Lake Unique Tools to Protect and Restore Water Quality workshop in Laconia on March 15!  Come learn about the unique and innovative tools available to track and identify sources of nutrients … Continue reading →

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Save the Date: Friday, March 29, 2013 for the WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Steve Landry

The 2013 WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL – A Climate of Change has been scheduled for Friday, March 29, 2013.  The event is a benefit for the New Hampshire Rivers Council and will be held at Red River Theatres in … Continue reading →

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An Introduction to Rain Garden Design and Installation

Posted on March 8, 2013 by barbara.mcmillan

An Introduction to Rain Garden Design and Installation  Rain gardens are where form meets function and the gutter meets the ground. Compared to a patch of lawn a rain garden allows 30% more water to soak into the ground and removes … Continue reading →

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