Logistics
What To Bring![]() Participants will be out in the field, building in-stream structures by hand. We will be walking and exploring creeks, doing hand work, and exposed to the elements. August in Nevada could bring us hot temperatures, but also thunderstorms.
The bottom line is we will be exposed to the elements, so prepare for anything (i.e. pouring rain, blistering heat). We recommend lots of layers, and work clothes. Absolutely no sandals or flip-flops! For field tour you will want:
Beyond that, expect to get wet and muddy and to roll up your sleeves and have fun. food and mealsParticipants are responsible for bringing their own lunches both days and for paying their own way in the evening. We were unable to secure funds to pay for snacks, lunches and dinner. Please bring sack lunches for both days, and plenty of water and or beverages as needed (we will have extra water). Please also be prepared to pay for your own meal if you choose to eat at the evening gathering.
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AgendaThis will be a packed 2-days. Plan on a full two days, but with lots of time for discussion, and learning by doing.
Day 1 - Restoring Process and Function in Riparian Areas
- Mainly class room (8 to 6)
Day 2 - Implementing Low-Cost Structures as Restoration Tools
- Entirely field (8 to 5)
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background preparation
If you would like to do a little background reading prior to the workshop, you may find the following helpful:
Read the Maggie Creek story in Chapter 7 of Ben Goldfarb's Eager.
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Thanks to our hosts!
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Thanks to a partnership and matching support from the Nevada Department of Wildlife. The classroom portion will be held in Elko, Nevada at the NDOW office at 60 Youth Center Rd, Elko, NV 89801.
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Workshop information
Primary Learning Outcomes
This workshop will bring together NRCS conservationists and partners in Nevada interested in using low-cost tools to restore riparian areas to benefit wildlife and working lands. Participants will come away with:
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Due to limited space, registration, is by invitation only. We will cap attendance at 30 participants. RSVP early to ensure your spot.
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Local Partners & Sponsors
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workshop made possible by:Thanks to the generous support of the Natural Resource Conservation Service's Sage Grouse Initiative and Working Lands for Wildlife Initiative, a grant through Pheasants Forever to Utah State University's Restoration Consortium and Joe Wheaton's ET-AL lab are able to deliver a series of workshops to NRCS conservationists and their partners throughout the west. This series was envisioned by Jeremy Maestas (NRCS/SGI) and is possible thanks to partner matches by various local organizations in each state (see each state page) and matching funds from Utah State University.
A variety of lodging options are available in Elko, Nevada.
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