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Rapid Stream/Riparian Assessment Workshop
Jemez Mountains, New Mexico
June 13-15, 2009
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 2007 RSRA Workshop on the
Mancos River,
Southwest Colorado.
To see the workbook and all of the parameters and techniques used, click here (pdf).
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The New Mexico Riparian Council, WildEarth Guardians, and the Wild Utah Project invite anyone interested in the management and restoration of southwestern riparian habitats to attend a workshop to learn a new technique to efficiently assess the health and functional condition of streams and their associated floodplains. This method, which has been used throughout the southwest, takes a holistic approach and considers water quality, fluvial geomorphology, condition of the aquatic habitat for fish and invertebrates, structure and productivity of terrestrial vegetation, and quality of wildlife habitat.
This assessment protocol is important because it is an effective, efficient, and quick way to assess the health of streams and rivers. It considers information about beavers and the significant role they play in the functioning of healthy stream/riparian ecosystems. The protocol does not necessarily directly address restoration, but often beavers come into consideration when discussing the current condition of the stream, how it was historically, and the kinds of improvement that bringing in beavers would have on the stream. And if there are conflicts that arise with landowners, this is when flow devices could come into play.
The workshop will be led by Dr. Peter Stacey, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque and Allison Jones, Wild Utah Project, Salt Lake City. It is intended for agency personnel, riparian restoration professionals, environmentalists, private land owners, and anyone else interested in improving our southwestern streams. The workshop is supported by grants, and tuition is free. We will camp in the Jemez Mountains, and food will be provided. There will be an approximately $120 fee per person to cover food, camping, and access charges, and a superb cook. We also plan to spend one day on a stream in the Valles Caldera.
For more information and to sign up (space limited to 15) please contact:
Debbie Risberg
Wildlife Programs Manager for APNM,
New Mexico Riparian Council President
debbie@apnm.org
505-205-5740
or
Peter Stacey
University of New Mexico
pstacey@unm.edu
505-629-9936
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Gestures of Appreciation Go To NM ACOs
From Animal Protection of New Mexico
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To improve conditions for animals in your community, try volunteering at a local shelter. Can you contribute something to help animal control officers do their work? Some shelters lack funds for adequate tools to keep animals and officers safe. Be part of the solution by getting involved!
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The week of April 13 marked National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week. The men and women who serve within New Mexico animal services are truly unsung heroes of their communities. These officers are dedicated to helping all animals in distress and continue to
do so on very limited budgets. Animal Control Officers are often the first on scenes that involve far more than animal neglect and abuse.
The complexities of today's world links animal welfare concerns with child and spousal abuse, illegal drugs, alcohol abuse and countless other crimes. New Mexico Animal Control Officers work hand in hand with law enforcement to make our communities healthier and safer for our animals and our families.
On April 15, the staff of Animal Protection of New Mexico, represented by Laura Bonar and Sherry Mangold, honored New Mexico's Animal Control Officers with deliveries of cakes and cards of appreciation. The APNM staff thanks all New Mexico officers for their
tireless dedication.
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