Announcements 2025.6.12

[Walker, Jane]

1.) Public Hearing: Impounding Structure Regulations – TODAY. June 12, 2025
2.) James River Batteau Festival – June 13-21, 2025
3.) Future Harvest Events – Various Dates, Starting: June 14, 2025
4.) Upcoming Online Events: Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) – Various Dates, Starting: June 17, 2025
5.) Webinar: eeWORKS: What We Have Learned and Why It Matters -- June 18, 2025
6.) Stormwater in the Ground Education Event – June 18, 2025
7.) American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Webinars – Various Dates, Starting: June 18, 2025
8.) Mid-Atlantic Climate Change Education Conference -- June 25, 2025
9.) RiverPalooza – Various Dates, Starting: July 11, 2025
10.) EcoStream: Stream Ecology and Restoration Conference – Registration Deadline: July 24, 2025; Conference: August 11-14, 2025
11.) Mid-Atlantic & the Carolinas Groundwater Conference – August 12-13, 2025
12.) American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) International Annual Conference -- September 16-18, 2025
13.) Water Center Jobs Board – https://www.vwrrc.vt.edu/jobs/
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1.) Public Hearing: Impounding Structure Regulations – TODAY, June 12, 2025 (1:30pm) – Charlottesville, VA – The Virginia DCR will receive public comments on proposed amendments to the Impounding Structures Regulations. Learn more at https://townhall.virginia.gov/l/ViewMeeting.cfm?MeetingID=41616.
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2.) James River Batteau Festival – June 13-21, 2025 – Launches in Lynchburg, VA and continues for 120 miles -- This event features authentic replicas of shallow-draft merchant boats used to transport goods on the James River.  Learn more about the kickoff at https://www.lynchburgparksandrec.com/programs-and-activities/40th-annual-batteau-fest/ and more on the route and schedule at https://www.vacanals.org/batteau. Organized by Virginia Canals and Navigations Society, James River Association, Lynchburg Parks and Rec Department, and others. 
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3.) Future Harvest Events -- Learn more and register at https://futureharvest.org/ and https://futureharvest.org/events/.
   ++ Hands-On Compost Workshop – June 14, 2025 (10am-1pm) – White Hall, MD
   ++ Hands-On Irrigation Workshop -- June 21, 2025 (9:30am-1pm) -- Vienna, VA
   ++ Explore Small-Scale Organic Grain Farming Equipment & Renewable Energy Solutions -- June 21, 2025 – Louisa, Va. 
   ++ Diversifying Income Streams: How Agritourism Can Support Your Operation -- July 29, 2025 (10am-1pm) -- Shepherdstown, WV
   ++ Plant Pest & Disease ID -- July 30, 2025 (4-7pm)
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4.) Upcoming Online Events: Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) – Learn more and register at https://www.si.edu/events/online (search “SERC”)
   ++ Film Screening: Power of the Paddle -- June 17, 2025 (7-8:30 pm)
   ++ From Trash to Treasure: Reconnecting with Urban Streams -- July 15, 2025 (7-8:30 pm)
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5.) Webinar: eeWORKS: What We Have Learned and Why It Matters -- June 18, 2025 (3pm) -- This webinar will focus on research showing the value and impact of environmental education. Learn more and register at https://naaee.org/. Hosted by the North American Association for Environmental Education.
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6.) Stormwater in the Ground Education Event – June 18, 2025 – Greensboro, NC -- Learn more about how several communities across North Carolina are addressing Stormwater Asset Management. Learn more and register at https://northcarolina.apwa.org/event/stormwater-in-the-ground-education-event-attendee-registration/.  Provided by the American Public Works Association, North Carolina Chapter. 
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7.) American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Webinars -- Learn more and register at https://www.awra.org/Members/Events_and_Education/Events_and_Education_Webinars.aspx.  View past webinars as well. 
   ++ EPA Cybersecurity Guidance for Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems – June 18, 2025 (1-2pm)
   ++ Art and Data for Action: Transforming Complex Data Into Engaging Solutions for Critical Climate Issues -- July 16, 2025 (1-2pm)
   ++ Alaska in Transition: Our Changing Climate and Why it Matters -- August 20, 2025 (1-2pm)
   ++ Novel Membranes for Brine Concentration via Electrodialysis -- September 17, 2025 (1-2pm)
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8.) Mid-Atlantic Climate Change Education Conference -- June 25, 2025 (9am-4pm; doors open at 8am) -- Annapolis, MD/ Virginia Beach, VA – Theme: "Reconnecting the Climate Community" -- Learn more and register at https://www.maccec.org/. Organized by the Mid-Atlantic Climate Change Education Collaborative.  
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9.) RiverPalooza – These events are designed to build a deep and enduring appreciation for the Potomac & Shenandoah rivers. Learn more and reserve a ticket at 
https://www.potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/riverpalooza-2025/.  Offered by the Potomac Riverkeeper Network, sponsors and partners such as ICPRB, Nature Forward, and river outfitters.
   ++ July 11, 2025 – Shenandoah Snorkeling Paddle -- Bentonville, VA
   ++ August 16, 2025 – Mallows Bay Ghost Fleet Paddle -- Nanjemoy, MD
   ++ August 23, 2025 – Harpers Ferry Tubing -- Purcellville, VA
   ++ August 24, 2025 – Goodbye Summer Blowout -- Harpers Ferry, WV
   ++ September 12, 2025 – Shenandoah Bird Watching Paddle -- Front Royal, VA
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10.) EcoStream: Stream Ecology and Restoration Conference – Registration Deadline: July 24, 2025; Conference: August 11-14, 2025 – Asheville, NC – This conference focuses on stream restoration for the southeast region of the U.S. with the goal of achieving better inter-connectedness of wetlands, streams, hydrology, riparian corridors, and the biologic communities they support. Abstracts are still being accepted. Learn more and register at https://ecostream.cventevents.com/event/6a707a10-a639-413b-8b1a-93213bf16c08/home. Early bird registration ends June 14, 2025. Organized by Sea Grant North Carolina and North Carlina State University.
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11.) Mid-Atlantic & the Carolinas Groundwater Conference – August 12-13, 2025 – Raleigh, NC – This conference will discuss groundwater issues specific to the region and facilitate information sharing among stakeholders.  Learn more and register at https://agwt.org/event/midatlantic-and-the-carolinas-groundwater-conference/. Organized by the American Ground Water Trust.
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12.) American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) International Annual Conference -- September 16-18, 2025 -- Palm Springs, CA -- Engage with leading experts and practitioners in the field of rainwater harvesting and sustainable water management. Gain insights into research, technologies, and best practices, and network with rainwater harvesting professionals. Learn more and register at https://arcsainternational.org/conference-arcsa/about.  Organized by the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association.
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13.) Water Center Jobs Board – View a listing of current job opportunities and employment resources on the Jobs Board at https://www.vwrrc.vt.edu/jobs/.  Developed by the Virginia Water Resources Research Center (Water Center).
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