Riparian Ecology Webinar
Webinar Series on the Ecology and Active Management of Riparian Vegetation in Forested Landscapes
May 1-May 29, 2013
Webinar Objectives
Recent regulatory proposals and research suggest that active management of riparian ecosystems can yield benefits to water quality and associated aquatic habitats. This webinar series will explore the ecological and other functions of riparian ecosystems, setting the stage for understanding how and where active management can achieve desirable benefits. Case studies demonstrating current approaches to active management will be presented. Field trips in selected regions of California will complement the series by providing opportunities to observe management approaches and results.
Webinar Sponsors
Sponsored by Northern California Society of American Foresters, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California Association of Resource Conservation Districts, Forestry and Fire Committee.
Funding provided by the US Forest Service, State and Private Forestry.
Riparian ecology and management resources and publications
Session 1: May 1, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Foundation for Active Management of Riparian Vegetation
- Riparian Ecology and Functions in Forested Landscapes:
Mike Liquori, Sound Watershed
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video - Natural Disturbances Affecting Riparian Vegetation in Forested Landscapes:
Joe McBride, University of California, Berkeley and Richard R. Harris, Northern California Society of American Foresters
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video - Potential Benefits of Site-Specific Riparian Management:
Mike Liquori, Sound Watershed
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video
Session 2: May 8, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Approaches to Selecting Sites for Active Riparian Management
- Tools for Spatially Explicit Riparian Management:
Lee Benda and Sam Litschert, Earth Systems Institute
pdf or presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video - Site-Specific Riparian Management Using the Section V Guidance Document:
Mike Liquori, Sound Watershed
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video
Session 3: May 15, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Active Riparian Management Case Studies
- Effects of Active Riparian Management on Microclimate and Water Temperature:
Cajun James, Sierra Pacific Industries. NOTE: For proprietary reasons Dr. James presentation is not publicly available. It may be obtained from Dr. James. - Large Woody Debris in Streams Wood Placement Techniques:
Jen Carah, The Nature Conservancy
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video
Session 4: May 22, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Active Riparian Management Case Studies
- Managing to Reduce Wildfire Hazards in Riparian Zones:
Kip Van de Water, US Forest Service
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video - Managing for Plant Species Composition and Improved Nutrient Loading:
Ken Cummins, Humboldt State University
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video
Session 5: May 29, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Active Riparian Management Case Studies
- Active Management to Reduce Sediment Production:
Elizabeth Keppeler, US Forest Service
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video - Monitoring and Evaluation of Active Riparian Management:
George Ice, National Council on Air and Stream Improvement (retired)
pdf of presentation, flv file recording, You Tube video
For more information: Download workshop flyer here: Riparian Webinar Announcement