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Some basic instructions on how and why to use the features of the Chesapeake Network.
Directions on how to log in to and manage your WSA Directory account.
How to calculate the size of a rain garden. This worksheet is filled out with the example of 507 Birch. This worksheet can be found on page 18 of Rain Gardens Across Maryland.
How to calculate the digging depth of a Rain Garden with the example of 507 Birch.
A map of the garden at 507 Birch and calculations of runoff reduced by the project.
The list of plants and materials used in the first class project installation.
A schematic of the rain garden installed in the first class project.
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Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
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A video of Suzanne talking about liability and the Steward Handbook and Log.
A video of Suzanne talking about liability and the Steward Handbook and Log.
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A video of Sharon Schroer’s presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough.
A video of Sharon Schroer’s presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough.
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Steve Barry’s powerpoint presentation on rain barrels, which was loosely followed in class.
Steve Barry’s powerpoint presentation on rain barrels, which was loosely followed in class.
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A draft copy of the WSA Risk Management Policy which every Steward will have to sign.
A draft copy of the WSA Risk Management Policy which every Steward will have to sign.
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A draft sign-in sheet that will serve as a hold harmless and media release for volunteers.
A draft sign-in sheet that will serve as a hold harmless and media release for volunteers.
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A draft release of liability for the property owner.
A draft release of liability for the property owner.
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Directions on how to use the Enviroscape Watershed model which can be borrowed from WSA.
Directions on how to use the Enviroscape Watershed model which can be borrowed from WSA.
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Directions on how to build and use your very own erosion model!
Directions on how to build and use your very own erosion model!
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Sharon Schroer’s powerpoint presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough: Managing Controversy, Curmudgeons and Conflict.
Sharon Schroer’s powerpoint presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough: Managing Controversy, Curmudgeons and Conflict.
Agenda for session 11. Outreach Round Robin, Talking When Talk is Tough, Rain Barrels and Resources and Risk Management.
Suzanne’s powerpoint presentation on messages, messengers and proposal requirements.
An EPA article on pet waste management (benefits, limitations, effectiveness, costs).
“IF YOU THINK PICKING UP DOG POOP IS UNPLEASANT, TRY SWIMMING IN IT.”
Pledge names were posted on the City of Colorado Springs’ website.
Clear Choices Clean Water web page has awesome images, detailed information and an online pledge tool that automatically maps participants.
Flier aimed at schools, but pretty design. Editable version available upon request.
A quick info card designed by Master Watershed Steward Ann Jackson to hand out in Olde Severna Park.
Arlington Echo Rain Barrel Installation, Painting and Maintenance Instructions
A rain barrel sign that is part of Arlington Echo’s “Rooftop to River” walk. This is the one that Cecelia liked! I have an editable version, but I am checking for permission to edit before I send it out.
An informational rain barrel guide from University of Minnesota Extension.
Fill out this plan with an approximate timeline of your capstone project. Turn it in with your Capstone Proposal.
Final report on Snohomish County Pet Waste Campaign in text form.
A powerpoint of a very thorough pet waste campaign chock full of example tools.
A general social marketing campaign in Arlington, VA, along with their successes and failures.
A general overview of social marketing with short summaries of several pet waste studies from around the nation.
A short summary of a case study based in Chicago and how effective their use of sign prompts was in getting people to pick up after their pets.
A little bit about a pet waste education program in Puget Sound.
A comprehensive pet waste behavior change program from Florida.
Jennifer and Lara’s presentation on what is expected for your capstone proposal.
The results from the Galesville group’s baseline and barrier/benefit surveys.
Results from the (formerly) fertilizer group’s baseline surveys.
Suzanne’s presentation on the baseline and barrier/benefit results of the surveys, along with positioning statements, goal setting and the first steps to developing a behavior change plan.
A list of our guest experts that helped with the Behavior Change groups.
A presentation by Erin Ling introducing the basics of CBSM and outlining the different tools and when to use them.
If you choose to become a member, this site has lots of resources and webinars about social marketing.
The website of one of the leading experts on Social Marketing, Nancy Lee.
A chapter from Doug McKenzie-Mohr’s book about developing your social marketing strategy and the different tools you could use. The rest of the website has a case-study archive and lots of other helpful tools for getting a handle on social marketing.
An example of a many-pronged approach to a rain barrel campaign encompassed in one website.
A case study of rain barrel distribution using students.
Summary of a Canadian rain barrel distribution program.
A 2005 Case Study of rain barrel distribution in Pennsylvania.
A more detailed, text-based summary of the “Save the Crabs- Then Eat ‘Em” campaign.
A powerpoint presentation summarizing the campaign and 2005 results of their campaign. This presentation includes graphics of the specific ads that they used.
A case study from Seattle about using greener landscape practices.
A case study on reducing fertilizer use in Southwest Florida conducted by McKenzie-Mohr & Associates.
A summary of barriers/benefits and a case study campaign from the Southwest Florida Management District. Read the section on fertilizer (p.3-8).
Some background on fertilizer use, regulations, and outreach in the Chesapeake Bay area. Please read sections 3 and 4.7.
A copy of Denice’s notes of our discussion.
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The Leaf Squad’s presentation on their Fall 2013 behavior change program targeting leaves in Ward 1 Annapolis.
The Leaf Squad’s presentation on their Fall 2013 behavior change program targeting leaves in Ward 1 Annapolis.
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Peter Van Buren’s presentation from TerraLogos Energy Group on energy efficiency in the home.
Peter Van Buren’s presentation from TerraLogos Energy Group on energy efficiency in the home.
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Ken Stadlin’s presentation on solar power in Maryland and what it would take to get solar for your own home.
Ken Stadlin’s presentation on solar power in Maryland and what it would take to get solar for your own home.
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Rusty Gowland’s presentation on ways that one can incorporate the use of solar power into their every day life.
Rusty Gowland’s presentation on ways that one can incorporate the use of solar power into their every day life.
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Part 2 of Rich Piluk’s presentation on septic systems.
Part 2 of Rich Piluk’s presentation on septic systems.
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A video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation about Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality.
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A video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation about Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality.
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A video of Master Watershed Stewards Rusty Gowland and Carolyn Ricketts, and Ken Stadlin of Kenergy Solar talking about the possibilities of using wind and solar power in the home.
A video of Master Watershed Stewards Rusty Gowland and Carolyn Ricketts, and Ken Stadlin of Kenergy Solar talking about the possibilities of using wind and solar power in the home.
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Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation on water quality monitoring and the possible causes of and solutions to bacterial contamination in our waterways.
Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation on water quality monitoring and the possible causes of and solutions to bacterial contamination in our waterways.
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A brief list of resources, case studies and tools for Community Based Social Marketing. More resources are available upon request.
A brief list of resources, case studies and tools for Community Based Social Marketing. More resources are available upon request.
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Revised worksheets designed by Nancy Lee for ranking and choosing target behaviors and audiences.
Revised worksheets designed by Nancy Lee for ranking and choosing target behaviors and audiences.
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A quick reference guide to designing and implementing a behavior change program.
A quick reference guide to designing and implementing a behavior change program.
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A list of good survey techniques and a script to use when going door to door.
A list of good survey techniques and a script to use when going door to door.
Agenda for Session 6b and HOMEWORK assignment. Homework is due by January 23.
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Contact information for our guest experts Steve Raabe, Jackie Takacs, and Krisztian Varsa.
Contact information for our guest experts Steve Raabe, Jackie Takacs, and Krisztian Varsa.
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Video of Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
Video of Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
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Video of Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing. Some of the slides on the video do not have all the graphics. See uploaded slides for the full picture!
Video of Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing. Some of the slides on the video do not have all the graphics. See uploaded slides for the full picture!
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Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
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Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing.
Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing.
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Contact information for our guest presenters: Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick.
Contact information for our guest presenters: Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick.
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A list of tried and true native plants suggested to WSA by Grace and Matt.
A list of tried and true native plants suggested to WSA by Grace and Matt.
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A video of the presentation given by Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick of McHale Landscape Design Inc.on 1/7/14.
A video of the presentation given by Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick of McHale Landscape Design Inc.on 1/7/14.
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A video of the presentation that Jennifer gave in class on 1/7/14. This presentation covers how to make a planting design and use a graphic scale and circle template.
A video of the presentation that Jennifer gave in class on 1/7/14. This presentation covers how to make a planting design and use a graphic scale and circle template.
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A list of some of the possible grants and loans for which Stewards could apply.
A copy of the presentation used by Managance to help guide our 9/20/13 Organizational Identity discussion.
Notes from our Septemeber 20th meeting to discuss the Organizational Identity of WSA. This includes ideas about our Mission, goals, core values, core beliefs, core competencies and customers.
A pdf presentation of the raw market analysis data collected by WSA and Managance.
A report, compiled my WSA and Managance, detailing the raw information gathered for WSA market analysis.
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Image of magnet that could be used as an incentive for people to sign a leaf care pledge.
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The final copy of the doorhanger designed for leaf campaigns. Contact WSA for an editable version.
Bonnie and Christina’s Powerpoint presentation on Project Management.
The second part of Lara’s presentation on GIS. This presentation includes come more advanced functions of the program.
A video with most of Tara Baker’s presentation on CBT grant funding, along with a panel discussion with all speakers. A copy of Tara’s slides can be found in this folder.
A video of the first 3 funding presentations. This video includes Lara’s presentation, Rusty’s presentation and the funding plan of our staff capstone group. It also includes the very beginning of Tara Baker’s presentation.
Contact Information for our Funding guest speakers, Tara Baker and Rusty Gowland.
A list of some of the possible grants and loans for which Stewards could apply.
Information on a Street Tree program run by AA County Department of Inspections and Permits. Contact Bud Reaves for information about getting free trees!
Lara’s presentation on the ways that she has gone about funding many of her projects as a Steward.
Some questions to be answered with GIS that will help you conduct your Neighborhood Site Assessment. It is recommended that you answer these questions before doing your physical assessment.
Three more practical exercises using Anne Arundel County’s online GIS application. If you missed this class, please complete exercises 1 and 2 for homework and submit them to Chase via email if possible.
The second part of Lara’s presentation on WERS GIS. This presentation covers the more advanced topics of saving your work, creating a buffer, and calculating percent impervious. She also goes over completing the online restoration activity completion form.
Tara Baker’s presentation on relevant grants that the Chesapeake Bay Trust offers, how to apply for them, and what will make your application stand out.
A video recording of the presentation on Project Management.
A template of the report that you will turn in to WSA a few times throughout your project.
A plan template of milestones and actions that may need to be taken in order to complete a successful RainScaping project.
Some exercises to help you practice your GIS skills, including some helpful exercises for your Community Assessment.
Lara’s powerpoint presentation on the basics of using Anne Arundel County’s online GIS resource.
Presentation on Neighborhood and residential site assessments.
The Center for Watershed Protection’s manual on how to conduct a Neighborhood Source Assessment.
Contact Information for all of our wonderful presenters, speakers, and partners for Session 3.
Part 3 of Richard Klein’s Presentation
Part 2 of Richard Klein’s presentation.
The homework assignments due from Session 3 and a list of other resources.
A simple method to estimate the percent sand silt and clay in a soil and determine it texture.
A form to use when doing a neighborhood assessment to identify possible pollution reduction, rainscaping techniques, hot spots, pervious area, and storm drain issues.
A full report by Master Watershed Steward, Juliet Page, on the community assessment of Twin Harbors.
Directions on how to log in to and manage your WSA Directory account.
Some basic instructions on how and why to use the features of the Chesapeake Network.
The learning objectives for the overall course, as well as the individual tracks.