Alabama Watershed Stewards in Enterprise

Alabama Watershed Stewards is a statewide science-based educational program that promotes healthy watersheds, increases understanding of water pollution, and provides the knowledge and tools needed to prevent and resolve local water quality problems. The event is hosted by the ACES Water Program and Alabama Water Watch, and funded by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. This year we’re also inviting members of local water conservation groups to attend and bring some educational materials to share with participants.

Where: Enterprise Farmers Market, 25 N Main Street Enterprise, AL 36330
When: Friday, July 16, Sign-in starts at 8:30 am and the training adjourns by 4 pm
Cost: $10 (catered lunch provided), participants also receive a free Watershed Stewards handbook.

People can register here: https://aub.ie/awsenterprise and follow/share the Facebook Event or our Instagram posts.
CEUs: The training is approved for .7 CEUs from Auburn University
For more information on the Alabama Watershed Stewards program, visit www.aces.edu/aws

Topics Covered:
Watershed Systems: What they are and how they work
Watershed Quality: Learn about water quantity and quality in Alabama.
How you can improve watershed function
Community driven watershed management
Local water related organizations

Outcomes:
Meet others interested in improving Alabama’s waterways
Create interdisciplinary connections
Learn ways you can personally get involved in making a difference
Receive Continuing Education Units from Auburn
Widen your knowledge of water related best management practices

Questions: [email protected]