January 12, 2010

Upcoming Water Webinars


The Water Resources team at Penn State University is hosting monthly webinars on water quality and quantity concerns.  More information and registration can be found at http://water.cas.psu.edu/webinars.htm  There is no cost, but registration is required.  To participate in the webinars a Penn State or "Friends of Penn State" account (directions on how to obtain found on above link) and a computer with access to the internet are needed.  All webinars will air at 12:00 pm and 7:00 pm on the listed days. The following is a list of dates and topics through May 2010.
  • January 27, 2010 - Water Testing and Monitoring Strategies Near Gas Drilling Activity, Present by Bryan Swistock, Penn State University.  Strategies to monitor water wells, springs, and streams in areas where gas well drilling is occurring will be covered.
  • February 24, 2010 - Saving Money and Your Septic System Through Water Conservation, Presented by Tom McCarty, Penn State Cooperative Extension, Cumberland County.  Tips on how to reduce water use in and around your home to save money on energy and water bills while also reducing the stress on your septic system.
  • March 31, 2010 - Managing Your Pond and Lake, Presented by Susan Boser, Penn State Cooperative Extension, Beaver County.  Assessing pond and lake structures, testing water quality, identifying and managing aquatic plants, managing wildlife and fisheries.
  • April 28, 2010 - Safe Drinking Water Clinic, Presented by Peter Wulfhorst, Penn Sate Cooperative Extension, Pike County.  How to construct and maintain your private water well, spring or cistern to ensure safe drinking water quality including water testing strategies and water treatment methods.
  • May 26, 2010 - Managing Your On-Lot Septic System, Presented by Dana Rizzo, Penn State Cooperative Extension, Westmoreland County.  Proper strategies to locate, construct, and maintain a home septic system to prevent costly failures.

The Water Resources Extension website contains a lot of great information with more being added all the time so be sure to check it out.

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