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Introduction to the Chesapeake Network
Some basic instructions on how and why to use the features of the Chesapeake Network.
WSA Directory Log In Instructions
Directions on how to log in to and manage your WSA Directory account.
Rain Garden Sizing Worksheet
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.
Elevations and Digging Depth
How to calculate the digging depth of a Rain Garden with the example of 507 Birch.
Runoff Reduction: 507 Birch
A map of the garden at 507 Birch and calculations of runoff reduced by the project.
Plant and Materials List: 605 Beach
The list of plants and materials used in the first class project installation.
605 Beach: Parts of the Garden
A schematic of the rain garden installed in the first class project.
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Posted February 18, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted February 18, 2014
Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
Rain Barrel Installation, Maintenance and Painting Instructions
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Posted February 18, 2014
Liability Video
A video of Suzanne talking about liability and the Steward Handbook and Log.
Liability Video
A video of Suzanne talking about liability and the Steward Handbook and Log.
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Posted February 18, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted February 18, 2014
Talking When Talk Is Tough Video
A video of Sharon Schroer’s presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough.
Talking When Talk Is Tough Video
A video of Sharon Schroer’s presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough.
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Posted February 18, 2014
Rain Barrel Presentation
Steve Barry’s powerpoint presentation on rain barrels, which was loosely followed in class.
Rain Barrel Presentation
Steve Barry’s powerpoint presentation on rain barrels, which was loosely followed in class.
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Posted February 18, 2014
WSA Risk Management Policy
A draft copy of the WSA Risk Management Policy which every Steward will have to sign.
WSA Risk Management Policy
A draft copy of the WSA Risk Management Policy which every Steward will have to sign.
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Posted February 18, 2014
Event Hold Harmless and Media Release
A draft sign-in sheet that will serve as a hold harmless and media release for volunteers.
Event Hold Harmless and Media Release
A draft sign-in sheet that will serve as a hold harmless and media release for volunteers.
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Posted February 18, 2014
Release of Liability for Property Owner
A draft release of liability for the property owner.
Release of Liability for Property Owner
A draft release of liability for the property owner.
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Posted February 18, 2014
Watershed Model Directions
Directions on how to use the Enviroscape Watershed model which can be borrowed from WSA.
Watershed Model Directions
Directions on how to use the Enviroscape Watershed model which can be borrowed from WSA.
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Posted February 18, 2014
Erosion Model Instructions
Directions on how to build and use your very own erosion model!
Erosion Model Instructions
Directions on how to build and use your very own erosion model!
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Posted February 18, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted February 18, 2014
Talking when Talk is Tough Presentation
Sharon Schroer’s powerpoint presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough: Managing Controversy, Curmudgeons and Conflict.
Talking when Talk is Tough Presentation
Sharon Schroer’s powerpoint presentation on Talking when Talk is Tough: Managing Controversy, Curmudgeons and Conflict.
Agenda
Agenda for session 11. Outreach Round Robin, Talking When Talk is Tough, Rain Barrels and Resources and Risk Management.
Messages and Messengers
Suzanne’s powerpoint presentation on messages, messengers and proposal requirements.
Pet Waste Management
An EPA article on pet waste management (benefits, limitations, effectiveness, costs).
Clean Water Campaign Poster
“IF YOU THINK PICKING UP DOG POOP IS UNPLEASANT, TRY SWIMMING IN IT.”
Scoop the Poop Pledge Form
Pledge names were posted on the City of Colorado Springs’ website.
Clear Choices Clean Water
Clear Choices Clean Water web page has awesome images, detailed information and an online pledge tool that automatically maps participants.
Flier aimed at Schools
Flier aimed at schools, but pretty design. Editable version available upon request.
Rain Barrel Card designed by Ann Jackson
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
Arlington Echo Rain Barrel Installation, Painting and Maintenance Instructions
Arlington Echo Rain Barrel Sign
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.
Rain Barrels: A Way of Collecting & Using Rain Water
An informational rain barrel guide from University of Minnesota Extension.
Poroject Management Plan
Fill out this plan with an approximate timeline of your capstone project. Turn it in with your Capstone Proposal.
Snohomish County Pet Waste Campaign Text Form
Final report on Snohomish County Pet Waste Campaign in text form.
Snohomish County Pet Waste Campaign
A powerpoint of a very thorough pet waste campaign chock full of example tools.
Getting Your Feet Wet
A general social marketing campaign in Arlington, VA, along with their successes and failures.
A collection of Case Studies
A general overview of social marketing with short summaries of several pet waste studies from around the nation.
The effect of sign prompts on encouraging dog owners to pick pick up dog- droppings
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.
Pacific Shellfish Institute Pet Waste Program
A little bit about a pet waste education program in Puget Sound.
Hillsborough County Pet Waste Research
A comprehensive pet waste behavior change program from Florida.
Proposal Expectations
Jennifer and Lara’s presentation on what is expected for your capstone proposal.
Rain Barrel Survey Results
The results from the Galesville group’s baseline and barrier/benefit surveys.
Fertilizer Survey Results
Results from the (formerly) fertilizer group’s baseline surveys.
Behavior Change Tools Presentation
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.
Speaker Contact List
A list of our guest experts that helped with the Behavior Change groups.
Social Marketing for Small Watershed Organizations
A presentation by Erin Ling introducing the basics of CBSM and outlining the different tools and when to use them.
International Social Marketing Association
If you choose to become a member, this site has lots of resources and webinars about social marketing.
Social Marketing Services
The website of one of the leading experts on Social Marketing, Nancy Lee.
Fostering Sustainable Behavior: Developing Strategies
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.
City of Lincoln: Rain Barrels
An example of a many-pronged approach to a rain barrel campaign encompassed in one website.
The Art and Science of Rain Barrels: A Service Learning Approach to Youth Watershed Action
A case study of rain barrel distribution using students.
Region of Waterloo’s Rain Barrel Distribution Program
Summary of a Canadian rain barrel distribution program.
Nine Mile Run Rain Barrel Initiative
A 2005 Case Study of rain barrel distribution in Pennsylvania.
Chesapeake Club Campaign Summary
A more detailed, text-based summary of the “Save the Crabs- Then Eat ‘Em” campaign.
Chesapeake Club Campaign Powerpoint
A powerpoint presentation summarizing the campaign and 2005 results of their campaign. This presentation includes graphics of the specific ads that they used.
Bert the Salmon: Promoting Natural Lawn Care in the Seattle Area
A case study from Seattle about using greener landscape practices.
Reducing Fertilizer Use & Increasing the Use of Slow-Release Fertilizer
A case study on reducing fertilizer use in Southwest Florida conducted by McKenzie-Mohr & Associates.
Crystal River/Kings Bay & Rainbow River
A summary of barriers/benefits and a case study campaign from the Southwest Florida Management District. Read the section on fertilizer (p.3-8).
Recommendations of the Expert Panel to Define Removal Rates for Urban Nutrient Management
Some background on fertilizer use, regulations, and outreach in the Chesapeake Bay area. Please read sections 3 and 4.7.
Transcribed Notes from the posters and post-its
A copy of Denice’s notes of our discussion.
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Posted January 15, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted January 15, 2014
Leaves are a Pain in the Drain
The Leaf Squad’s presentation on their Fall 2013 behavior change program targeting leaves in Ward 1 Annapolis.
Leaves are a Pain in the Drain
The Leaf Squad’s presentation on their Fall 2013 behavior change program targeting leaves in Ward 1 Annapolis.
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Posted January 15, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted January 15, 2014
Energy Efficiency for Existing Homes
Peter Van Buren’s presentation from TerraLogos Energy Group on energy efficiency in the home.
Energy Efficiency for Existing Homes
Peter Van Buren’s presentation from TerraLogos Energy Group on energy efficiency in the home.
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Posted January 15, 2014
Solar 101: A crash course to going solar in Maryland
Ken Stadlin’s presentation on solar power in Maryland and what it would take to get solar for your own home.
Solar 101: A crash course to going solar in Maryland
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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Posted January 15, 2014
Reducing Pollution With Solar Power
Rusty Gowland’s presentation on ways that one can incorporate the use of solar power into their every day life.
Reducing Pollution With Solar Power
Rusty Gowland’s presentation on ways that one can incorporate the use of solar power into their every day life.
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Posted January 15, 2014
Effect of Anionic and Non-ionic Surfactants on Activated Sludge Oxygen Uptake Rate and Nitrification
Part 2 of Rich Piluk’s presentation on septic systems.
Effect of Anionic and Non-ionic Surfactants on Activated Sludge Oxygen Uptake Rate and Nitrification
Part 2 of Rich Piluk’s presentation on septic systems.
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Posted January 15, 2014
Video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation
A video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation about Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality.
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Posted January 15, 2014
Video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation
A video of Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation about Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality.
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Posted January 15, 2014
Renewable Energy for Homes
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.
Renewable Energy for Homes
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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Posted January 15, 2014
Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality
Dr. Sally Hornor’s presentation on water quality monitoring and the possible causes of and solutions to bacterial contamination in our waterways.
Operation Clearwater: Monitoring Bacterial Water Quality
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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Posted January 10, 2014
Resources to Support Social Marketing Campaigns
A brief list of resources, case studies and tools for Community Based Social Marketing. More resources are available upon request.
Resources to Support Social Marketing Campaigns
A brief list of resources, case studies and tools for Community Based Social Marketing. More resources are available upon request.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Worksheets for choosing a behavior and target audience
Revised worksheets designed by Nancy Lee for ranking and choosing target behaviors and audiences.
Worksheets for choosing a behavior and target audience
Revised worksheets designed by Nancy Lee for ranking and choosing target behaviors and audiences.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Community Behavior Change Cheat Sheet
A quick reference guide to designing and implementing a behavior change program.
Community Behavior Change Cheat Sheet
A quick reference guide to designing and implementing a behavior change program.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Survey Introduction and Best Practices
A list of good survey techniques and a script to use when going door to door.
Survey Introduction and Best Practices
A list of good survey techniques and a script to use when going door to door.
Agenda and Homework
Agenda for Session 6b and HOMEWORK assignment. Homework is due by January 23.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Speaker Contact List
Contact information for our guest experts Steve Raabe, Jackie Takacs, and Krisztian Varsa.
Speaker Contact List
Contact information for our guest experts Steve Raabe, Jackie Takacs, and Krisztian Varsa.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Video of Suzanne’s Presentation
Video of Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
Video of Suzanne’s Presentation
Video of Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Video of Steve Raabe’s presentation
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
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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Posted January 10, 2014
Beyond Awareness: Moving Communities to Action
Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
Beyond Awareness: Moving Communities to Action
Suzanne’s presentation overviewing the first 3 steps to a behavior change program and good surveying techniques.
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Posted January 10, 2014
Behavior Change I: Reducing Pollution Engaging the Public in Stewardship
Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing.
Behavior Change I: Reducing Pollution Engaging the Public in Stewardship
Steve Raabe’s presentation on the public’s attitudes and perceptions about environmental issues and an introduction to social marketing.
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Posted January 8, 2014
Speaker Contact Information
Contact information for our guest presenters: Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick.
Speaker Contact Information
Contact information for our guest presenters: Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick.
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Posted January 8, 2014
Native Plants List
A list of tried and true native plants suggested to WSA by Grace and Matt.
Native Plants List
A list of tried and true native plants suggested to WSA by Grace and Matt.
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Posted January 8, 2014
added a new Resource in Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
Posted January 8, 2014
Plants, Plants, and more PLANTS
A video of the presentation given by Grace Schneider and Matt Rhoderick of McHale Landscape Design Inc.on 1/7/14.
Plants, Plants, and more PLANTS
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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Posted January 8, 2014
Video of Jennifer’s Presentation
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.
Video of Jennifer’s Presentation
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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Posted January 6, 2014
Grants and Other Funding Sources
A list of some of the possible grants and loans for which Stewards could apply.
Organizational Identity Facilitation Slides
A copy of the presentation used by Managance to help guide our 9/20/13 Organizational Identity discussion.
WSA Organizational Identity Notes
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.
Presentation of Market Analysis Data
A pdf presentation of the raw market analysis data collected by WSA and Managance.
Report of Raw Market Analysis Data
A report, compiled my WSA and Managance, detailing the raw information gathered for WSA market analysis.
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Posted December 2, 2013
Magnet
Image of magnet that could be used as an incentive for people to sign a leaf care pledge.
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Posted December 2, 2013
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Posted December 2, 2013
Final Leaf Doorhangers
The final copy of the doorhanger designed for leaf campaigns. Contact WSA for an editable version.
Project Management Powerpoint
Bonnie and Christina’s Powerpoint presentation on Project Management.
GIS Part 2 Presentation
The second part of Lara’s presentation on GIS. This presentation includes come more advanced functions of the program.
Funding Part 2
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.
Funding Part 1
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.
Speaker Contact List
Contact Information for our Funding guest speakers, Tara Baker and Rusty Gowland.
Grants and Other Funding Sources
A list of some of the possible grants and loans for which Stewards could apply.
Street Tree Initiative
Information on a Street Tree program run by AA County Department of Inspections and Permits. Contact Bud Reaves for information about getting free trees!
Trees are the Answer
Lara’s presentation on the ways that she has gone about funding many of her projects as a Steward.
YOUR Neighborhood Assessment
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.
GIS Advanced Exercises
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.
GIS Presentation Part 2
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.
CBT Grants Presentation
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.
Project Management Presentation
A video recording of the presentation on Project Management.
Capstone Action Report Template
A template of the report that you will turn in to WSA a few times throughout your project.
Capstone Plan Template for Rainscaping
A plan template of milestones and actions that may need to be taken in order to complete a successful RainScaping project.
GIS practice questions
Some exercises to help you practice your GIS skills, including some helpful exercises for your Community Assessment.
GIS Presentation
Lara’s powerpoint presentation on the basics of using Anne Arundel County’s online GIS resource.
Neighborhood and Residential Site Assessment
Presentation on Neighborhood and residential site assessments.
CWP Neighborhood Assessment Manual
The Center for Watershed Protection’s manual on how to conduct a Neighborhood Source Assessment.
Speaker Contact Information
Contact Information for all of our wonderful presenters, speakers, and partners for Session 3.
Maryland Watershed Audit of Stormwater BMPs: Part 3
Part 3 of Richard Klein’s Presentation
Maryland Watershed Audit of Stormwater BMPs: Part 2
Part 2 of Richard Klein’s presentation.
Homework and Resource Links
The homework assignments due from Session 3 and a list of other resources.
Sammis Soil Texture Analysis
A simple method to estimate the percent sand silt and clay in a soil and determine it texture.
Neighborhood Source Assessment
A form to use when doing a neighborhood assessment to identify possible pollution reduction, rainscaping techniques, hot spots, pervious area, and storm drain issues.
Twin Harbors Community Assessment
A full report by Master Watershed Steward, Juliet Page, on the community assessment of Twin Harbors.
WSA Directory Log In Instructions
Directions on how to log in to and manage your WSA Directory account.
Introduction to the Chesapeake Network
Some basic instructions on how and why to use the features of the Chesapeake Network.
Course Learning Objectives
The learning objectives for the overall course, as well as the individual tracks.