Earn 4 Continuing Education Credits for completing this training run by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.

About the Event

Soil erosion is not only a source of nonpoint source pollution, but it can also threaten structures and other development. Historically, there was a single approach to shoreline erosion: fill the shoreline with rock or riprap without regard to the ecological functions of the shoreline. While this approach has been successful in solving some erosion challenges when done correctly, it creates other problems for waterbodies and wildlife. This training introduces participants to resources and alternative approaches to protecting water quality and habitat to create resilient and stable shorelines. Criteria for choosing appropriate shoreland BMPs or bioengineering solutions include practices that cause minimal disturbance while providing maximum benefit. A combination of several techniques can often be used to ensure that the best practices chosen are suited to the specific site.

Event organized in partnership with 30 Mile River Watershed Association.

What to Expect

• $25 registration fee (covers refreshments and facility rental)
  • pay ahead of time by calling 207-495-6039, or pay by cash or check day-of the event
  • make checks payable to 7 Lakes Alliance
• Coffee and snacks will be provided all day

Parking

This program will be run at the 7 Lakes Alliance building located at 137 Main Street, Belgrade, ME 04917. Our parking area is limited and alternative parking can be found along Main Street, as well as at the Village Green parking area (Across from the Sunset Grill located at 1214 West Road, Belgrade).

Contact

This training is provided by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection Non-Point Source Training Center. For questions specific to material of the training contact Jordan Kimball (jordan.kimball@maine.gov), Non-Point Source Training Center Assistant Coordinator for the Department of Environmental Protection.

For questions about the venue, parking, or 7 Lakes Alliance programs contact Sally Whittington (sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org) Community Engagement Coordinator for 7 Lakes Alliance.