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Columbia River Basin Toxics Workshop To Take Place May 13 in Pendleton, OR Learn about EPA's State of the River Report for Toxics and successful toxics reduction efforts while exchanging information with other participants about toxics reduction efforts at this workshop sponsored by EPA and other partners. See the Save the Date Card for additional details and RSVP information.
Lower Columbia River Remote Sensing Workshop May 28 - 9:00 - 4:00 The Estuary Partnership, with the University of Washington and USGS, is hosting an estuarine landcover remote sensing workshop on May 28 at Portland State University's Smith Memorial Union. The workshop is open to anyone with an interest in landcover remote sensing data in the lower Columbia River. Participants will help identify possible opportunities and techniques for collecting new landcover data, with an emphasis on wetland habitats. To register, contact Keith Marcoe, Estuary Partnership GIS Coordinator, marcoe@lcrep.org or 503.226.1565 x. 230. View the Workshop Flyer New Estuary Partnership Office! The Estuary Partnership moved offices in late November, trading our first floor location for more space on the fourth floor.Come by to say hi and visit and please note the new suite address:
Dinner and Auction Another Big Success! A record crowd of 370 people attended this year's Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Dinner and Auction, where they bid on a variety of silent and live auction items, bought a chance to select great bottles of wine, and listened to inspiring songs and quotes from the Kids for the Columbia Ambassadors from Laurelhurst School. Proceeds from the event go toward the Estuary Partnership's education programs. Thanks to all the many sponsors and attendees!
Get your 2009 Estuary Partnership Kids for the Columbia Calendar! Student artwork from artwork from classes throughout the lower Columbia River area highlights the pages of our 2009 Kids for the Columbia Calendar ($10). You can also get notecards, t-shirts, and other Estuary Partnership gear at the Estuary Partnership Store!
Habitat Restoration Effectiveness Monitoring Protocols Document Released The report "Protocols for Monitoring Habitat Restoration Projects in the Lower Columbia River and Estuary" was released April 25. The document describes a series of standardized protocols for monitoring the effects of habitat restoration projects in the lower Columbia River and estuary. The protocols were developed by the National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, and the Columbia River Estuary Study Task Force with the support of the US Army Corps of Engineers. "Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation for the Federal Columbia River Estuary Program" Final Report Released Often referred to as the RM and E Plan, the
Water Quality and Salmon Sampling Report Released The Estuary Partnership, USGS, and NOAA recently released the "Lower Columbia River and Estuary Ecosystem Monitoring: Water Quality and Salmon Sampling Report." The report details the results of the Estuary Partnership's juvenile salmon and water quality monitoring efforts. Check out the What's New page for some of the report's key findings.
Lower Columbia River Water Trail Profiled in VIA Magazine VIA Magazine, AAA Traveler's Companion Magazine profiles the Lower Columbia River Water Trail with a cover story in the May Issue of the Oregon/Idaho and California/Nevada/Utah editions. The story describes Tim Cahill's journey down the river and highlights parks and rental outfits that make accessing the trail easy. Read the Story
Zebra Mussel Relative Found in Lake Mead, CA. Boaters and Public Asked to be Extra Vigilant Like its cousin the zebra mussel, the freshwater quagga mussel can grow on many surfaces and form dense colonies that impact water pipes, fish screens and ladders, native species and water recreation. Their arrival in the Pacific Northwest could have serious impacts. Boaters and the general public are asked to be on the lookout for any sign of these invasive mussels, and to take special precaution when transporting boats between waterbodies. Additional information and what you can do to stop their spread is available at: www.protectyourwaters.net or www.100thMeridian.or |
Summer Environmental Education Internship
Available The Estuary Partnership is recruiting for a summer Environmental Education Intern. The Internship is targeted for incoming High School Juniors and Seniors interested in working outside as part of a team delivering outdoor education programs to k-12 students and the public. Details include: $10.00 per hour pay; an approximate timeline of late June though August; and a flexible 24-32 hour work week. Applications are due Monday May, 18 by 4:00 pm. No electronic submission will be accepted. The Estuary Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more details on the Internship and the application requirements View the Intern Position Description.
Nature Once again, the Estuary Partnership and Lewis and Clark National Historical Park at Fort Clatsop are partnering to provide a week of outdoor exploration and investigation at Fort Clatsop in Astoria for students entering 4th-6th grades. Nature Adventure Camp dates are Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, July 13-17. For registration and other details see: Nature Adventure Camp.
EPA Releases Columbia River Basin State of the River Report for Toxics EPA's Columbia River Basin State of the River Report for Toxics compiles data about four widespread contaminants in the Columbia River basin and identifies the risk they pose to people, fish, and wildlife. Mercury, PCBs, PBDE flame retardants, and DDT and its breakdown products are profiled. Download the complete Report for Toxics here or visit the EPA web site for more information or specific sections.
2008 Columbia River Estuary Conference Proceedings Released In late April more than 100 people gathered in Astoria for the Columbia River Estuary Conference on Ecosystem Restoration. Now, the Conference Proceedings are available in PDF format. Most individual presentations are available as well through the CREC web site too: http://cerc.labworks.org/abstracts.stm
New Estuary Partnership Education Brochure and General Brochures Available The Estuary Partnership's new Education Brochure and General Brochure are available. The Education Brochure describes the Estuary Partnership's applied learning programs ranging from classroom programs to service learning projects to on-river programs, as well as how to schedule programs, while the General Program Brochure summarize program activities over the past year.
Lower Columbia River Summit: Toxic Contaminant Reduction Action Agenda Over 100 community leaders from the private, non-profit, and public sectors met January 4, 2008 to discuss next steps for toxic reduction and monitoring of the lower Columbia River and estuary. The Summary Report details next steps, progress since January, and what needs to happen to address the problem.
Interactive Habitat Projects Map Available During the last few years, the Estuary Partnership has secured millions of dollars for habitat restoration projects in the lower Columbia River. Now, there is an interactive map that allows you to easily explore the projects in detail. more NOAA Fisheries Estuary Recovery Plan Module Available The Columbia River Estuary Recovery Plan Module is one element of a larger effort to develop recovery plans for ESA listed fish species in the Columbia Basin. The module is intended to help account for the degree which the estuary and plume can contribute to basin wide recovery efforts. The Estuary Partnership developed the draft Columbia River Estuary Recovery Plan under contract to NOAA Fisheries. To view the module: more
Columbia River Elevated to one of the Nation's Great Water Bodies by US Environmental Protection Agency The Columbia River joins six other Great Water Bodies in Goal 4 of the EPA's 2006-2011 Strategic Plan. Goal 4 - Healthy Communities and Ecosystems focuses on protecting, sustaining, and restoring the health of critical natural habitats and ecosystems. For more on the Great Water Body designation and EPA's Strategic Plan visit EPA's new Columbia River Basin page.
Lower Columbia River Bring the Lower Columbia River Water Trail inside with the new Water Trail Poster. Blues, greens, and an overhead shot of a solo kayaker will make you feel like you're paddling the lower Columbia River wherever you are. Posters are available from the Estuary Partnership office for only $10.00 and proceeds benefit the Partnership's Stewardship Programs. Contact Pam Andrews or 503.226.1565 x. 234 to purchase. |
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