Stewardship

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Our new address is:
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Suite 420 - 2365 Albert Street
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 4K1

In the interest of conservation and good water management the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority is making the following print publications available for your use. Some of these documents are available for online viewing in the Adobe Acrobat format.

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Stewardship
	A Landowner’s Guide to Water Well Management This document provides private well owners in Saskatchewan with valuable information on their groundwater resources and managing their wells. Chapter 1: Groundwater Chapter 2: Water Well Development Chapter 3: Protecting Wells from Contamination Chapter 4: Abandoned Wells Appendix
	Classification and Management of Riparian and Wetland Sites ...of the Saskatchewan Prairie Ecozone and Parts of Adjacent Subregions by William Thompson and Paul Hansen, 2001.
	Economics of Riparian Grazing Management There are over 80,000 kilometers of stream course in Saskatchewan. A survey showed that cattle grazing occurs along 42 percent of these creeks and rivers. The goalof riparian grazing management is to maintain or improve the health of riparian areas. This fact sheet points out some of the techniques used in good grass/pasture management.
	Farm Management Facts - Making $ense of Salinity Salinity affects more than 600,000 acres in agriculture Saskatchewan. Effective water management is the most important factor in controlling and managing salinity. This fact sheet was produced to help landowners reduce or control salinity.
	Farm Management Facts - The Economics of Converting Wetlands to Croplands
	Guide to Small Scale Prairie Restoration How to grow your own patch of native prairie.
	Health of Riparian Areas in Southern Saskatchewan Southern Saskatchewan is blessed with an abundance of land and water. Some of our most important treasures are the green areas which connect land and water. These transition zones are called riparian areas. This fact sheet explains how we measure if a riparian area is healthy or not and how we can keep it that way.
	Invasive Species Fact Sheets Managing Crested Wheatgrass in Native Grassland Control of Knapweeds in Native Grasslands Managing Smooth Brome in Native Grasslands Management of Downy Brome in Native Grasslands Managing Leafy Spurge on Native Grasslands Managing Nodding and Canada Thistle on Native Grasslands Controlling Scentless Chamomile in Native Grasslands Managing Western Snowberry and Trembling Aspen on Native Grasslands
	Lake Stewardship Water Quality Reporting Lake Stewardship Water Quality Guide Final Reports Blackstrap Reservoir Lake Stewardship Report 2008 Big Shell Lake Water Quality Report (2005-2008) Brightsand Lake Water Quality Report (2004-2007) Candle Lake Water Quality Report (2008) Good Spirit Lake Water Quality Report (2007) Lac Pelletier Water Quality Report (2005-2006) Last Mountain Lake Water Quality Report (2005-2007) Perch Lake Water Quality Report (2008) Pike Lake Water Quality Report (2008) Turtle Lake Water Quality Report (2004-2007) Archived Reports Brightsand Lake Water Quality Report (2004) Jackfish and Murray Lakes Water Quality Report (2003-2004) Lac Pelletier Water Quality Report (2003-2004) Last Mountain Lake Water Quality Report (2003-2004) Good Spirit Lake Water Quality Report (2003-2004) Good Spirit Lake Water Quality Report (2005-2006) Moosomin Reservoir Water Quality Report (2003-2004) Moosomin Reservoir Water Quality Report (2005-2006) Turtle Lake Water Quality Report (2003-2004)
	LIVESTOCK WATERING SYSTEMS IN SASKATCHEWAN: Producer Experiences This document was developed to provide livestock producers with actual examples of livestock watering systems that producers in Saskatchewan are using.
	Lower Souris River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan The Lower Souris River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water within the Lower Souris River Watershed.
	Managing Saskatchewan Wetlands - A Landowner's Guide This guide has been produced for Saskatchewan landowners whose property contains wetlands. Its intent is to promote an understanding and appreciation of the value of wetlands; foster sustainable management of prairie land and water resources; and provide practical information to landowners on wetland management issues. By Denis Huel. 2000 Also available in 4 individual chapters: Table of Contents / Introduction Saskatchewan Wetlands Developing a Wetland Management Plan Bibliography
	Managing Your Native Prairie Parcels This planning guide is for Saskatchewan landowners who have remnant native prairie. This guide will assist you to gain a better understanding of your native prairie; set goals and make plans for the future conservation and enhancement of your native prairie; do a self assessment and explore techniques to improve your native prairie. By Jim Moen 1998.
	Moose Jaw River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan The Moose Jaw River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water within the Moose Jaw River Watershed.
	Native Prairie Stewardship Fact Sheets Also available in 8 individual fact sheets. Your Wildlife Neighbors A Questionof Value Protecting an Ecosystem Plants with a Sense of Community Harvesting and Marketing Native Seeds Managing Prairie Wetlands A Cultural Landscape Conservation Easements
	North American Waterfowl Management Plan The North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP) is an innovative international habitat conservation plan aimed at returning waterfowl populations to the levels found in the 1970's. This brochure highlights and discusses Saskatchewan’s role in this ambitious initiative.
	North American Waterfowl Management Plan – Saskatchewan Implementation Plan The North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP) is an innovative international habitat conservation plan aimed at returning waterfowl populations to the levels found in the 1970's. In Saskatchewan, the delivery of the NAWMP is guided by the Saskatchewan Implementation Plan. This five-year plan covers the period of April 2007 to April 2012, and sets objectives for the Saskatchewan NAWMP partners.
	North Saskatchewan River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan The North Saskatchewan River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water within the North Saskatchewan River Watershed.
	Piping Plover Captive Rearing Protocols The objective of this document is to equip future Saskatchewan Watershed Authority staff and other individuals who are embarking on a captive-rearing initiative with a detailed guideline of requirements and activities involved in such an endeavor. These guidelines and recommendations are based on information gathered during the 2005 emergency captive-rearing initiative.
	Protecting Our Water - A Watershed and Aquifer Planning Model for Saskatchewan
	Rangeland Health Assessment Field Workbook – Native Grassland and Forest Rangeland is land supporting indigenous or introduced vegetation that is either grazed or has the potential to be grazed and is managed as a natural ecosystem, including grassland, grazeable forestland, shrubland, pastureland and riparian areas. This workbook contains sections on native grassland and forest range health assessment methodology. It is intended as a tool for livestock producers, resource managers, agency staff, energy companies, protected area managers and anyone with an interest in the conservation and maintenance of rangeland plant communities to assess rangeland health and use rangeland in a sustainable manner. Native Grassland Worksheet Forest Worksheet - Indicator Method Forest Worksheet - Quantitative Method
	Riparian Health Assessment Field Workbook – Lakes, Sloughs and Wetlands Healthy, functional riparian areas provide an array of goods and services for landowners and society as a whole. This workbook contains a methodology for assessing the health of lentic riparian areas (i.e. riparian areas adjacent to still water). It was written for those people who can most effectively influence riparian areas with their management - landowners, livestock producers, farmers, agency staff and others who use and value these green zones. Riparian Worksheet
	Riparian Health Assessment Field Workbook – Streams and Small Rivers Healthy, functional riparian areas provide an array of goods and services for landowners and society as a whole. This workbook contains a methodology for assessing the health of lotic riparian areas (i.e. riparian areas adjacent to flowing water). It was written for those people who can most effectively influence riparian areas with their management - landowners, livestock producers, farmers, agency staff and others who use and value these green zones. Riparian Worksheet
	South Saskatchewan River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan The South Saskatchewan River Watershed Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water within the South Saskatchewan River Watershed.
	Stewardship and Economics of Cattle Wintering Sites During winter, cattle need shelter, water and feed. Typically, these basic needs are met by provinding a cattle-wintering site. This booklet discusses the stewardship and economic challenges faced by cow-calf producers in Saskatchewan.
	Streambank Stewardship - A Saskatchewan Riparian Project This guide has been developed for Saskatchewan landowners who have rivers, streams and creeks flowing through their property. It is designed to provide information and assistance to landowners and others wishing to maintain healthy riparian areas. It will create an awareness of the value and importance of riparian areas, provide useful information and viable management options for landowners and foster sound management and stewardship of these special places. By Denis Huel 2003 Also available in 4 individual sections: Table of Contents Riparian Areas and Their Importance Develop a Riparian Management Plan Conclusion
	Streambank Stewardship Directory Streambank Stewardship, a directory of producer experiences along streams and creeks in Saskatchewan. It brings to life experiences of over 150 landowners whose trust and hard work made these demonstration projects possible. The demonstration projects are presented by region to make for easy reference. Also contains sketches of wildlife species and prairie plants.
	Streambank Stewardship Fact Sheets Also available in 5 individual fact sheets What makes a Healthy Riparian Area? Farming Along the Stream Ranching Along the Stream Living on the Edge: Wildlife Along the Stream Beaver: Creator or Destroyer?
	Upper QuAppelle River and Wascan Creek Watersheds Source Water Protection Plan The Upper Qu'Appelle River and Wascana Creek Watersheds Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water within the Upper Qu'Appelle River and Wascana Creek Watersheds
	Watersheds of Agricultural Saskatchewan Agricultural production is the single largest land use in the southern two-thirds of the province, with nearly 65 million acres of total farm land area. And like any industry that uses water, agriculture can potentially impact ground and surface water quality and quantity. This poster provides general information about Saskatchewan’s watersheds and agricultural beneficial management practices. The poster was produced by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, and the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority, with funding provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Greencover Canada Program.
	Yorkton Area Aquifers Source Water Protection Plan The Yorkton Area Aquifers Source Water Protection Plan contains key actions, recommendations and objectives that will help protect source water in the Yorkton Area Aquifers.

Conservation Education and Community Planning
	A Land Manager's Guide to Grassland Birds of Saskatchewan This guide was designed to provide ranchers with basic information on the identification, habitat and biology of grassland birds. It also provides information on how pasture management influences grassland birds and their habitat. There are 33 illustrations of grassland birds and 10 illustrations of prairie plants.
	Beyond Borders Shorebirds of the Western Hemisphere. This book contains coloured photos and identification information about shorebirds common to the Western Hemisphere. Twenty species are featured. Included are ways to conserve shorebird habitat that will help sustain their populations. Includes Spanish text.
	Fish Species of Saskatchewan The focus of this booklet is primarily on the sportfish of Saskatchewan, but it also includes information about several rough-fish species as well. Descriptions provide information regarding the appearance of fish species as well as habitat preference, spawning and feeding behaviour. The back of the booklet contains a fold out section that helps to distinguish between fish species found in this booklet.
	Saskatchewan Bird Trail Community Planning Guide Also available in 4 individual sections Cover Cover Letter & Credits Guide Appendix
	Saskatchewan Bird Trail Framework Strategy Also available in 5 individual sections Cover Cover Letter & Credits Guide Appendix
	The Saskatchewan Birding Trail Experience Saskatchewan has a wealth of birdwatching opportunities. This guide will help you find and enjoy the many birding locations in Saskatchewan. Some of the birding trail sites offer a chance to see endangered species such as Piping Plovers, Sage Grouse, Burrowing Owls and even a Whooping Crane as it stops over in Saskatchewan during its spring and fall migrations. The fold-out guide focuses on 27 birding sites in the province