USACE Releases Proposed Changes to National Wetland Plant List
On March 24, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) released a Public Notice for proposed changes to the National Wetland Plant List (NWPL). The USACE is proposing wetland
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Honoring Frederica Marie “Freda” Detmers during Women’s History Month
As Women’s History Month draws to a close, the Stream + Wetlands Foundation (S+W) would like to recognize the many accomplishments of women in science throughout the years. From the
Stream + Wetlands Supports Outdoor Education Program at University of Akron
Outdoor learning and access to nature provides positive benefits for people of all ages. Most of these programs are provided by nature centers, outdoor-science schools, parks and zoos. However, the
Ohio EPA Finalizes 401 WQC for 2021 NWPs
On March 4, the Ohio EPA finalized the 401 Water Quality Certifications (WQC) and Response to Comments for the 2021 Nationwide Permits published by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Apply today for Stream + Wetlands Foundation Scholarships!
Up to five scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded. The scholarship fund is held and managed by the Fairfield County Foundation (FCF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to enhancing the
New bill would strip protections for Indiana’s isolated wetlands
Indiana Senate Bill 389, a controversial bill to strip state protections of isolated wetlands, passed the Indiana Senate on Monday, Feb. 1 with a vote of 29-19. The bill eliminates
President Biden’s Executive Orders Target Environmental Issues
Immediately upon his inauguration on Jan. 20, President Biden signed 17 Executive Orders (EOs), some of which reversed decisions made by the Trump administration while others delayed the implementation of
COVID-19 Pandemic Threatens Outdoor Education Programs
Outdoor learning and access to nature provides positive benefits for children of all ages. Beyond reduction of stress and enhanced concentration, outdoor learning is a popular activity that can be
USACE Posts Draft of Proposal to Reissue and Modify Nationwide Permits
Nationwide Permits (NWPs) are necessary for work in streams, wetlands and other waters of the United States under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the
ODNR and LEARN Partner For Wetland Monitoring Plan
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the Lake Erie and Aquatic Research Network (LEARN) have partnered on the H2Ohio’s wetland monitoring plan to assess the effectiveness and future