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World Water Issues Film Festival


Date:

October 14 - November 11, 2009


World Water Issues Film Festival
Oct. 14, Oct. 28 and Nov. 11
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, Rooms 139 & 141
291 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, Nevada (on the campus of Sierra Nevada College)

The Earth has vast amounts of water, yet less than one percent of the world’s fresh water (estimated .007% of all water on earth) is accessible for direct human uses. This is the water found in lakes, rivers, reservoirs and those underground sources that are shallow enough to be tapped at an affordable cost. Only this amount is regularly renewed by rain and snowfall, and is therefore available on a sustainable basis.

How is this precious resource being co-opted by the bottled water industry? Is our tap water safe or tainted with rocket fuel and pharmaceuticals? How should we manage our water supply in light of increasing scarcity and pollution?

Sierra Nevada College and the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center are excited to screen three award-winning, thought-provoking pieces exploring these and other questions. Preview the new local film Charting the Course to Clarity and talk with local experts about your own drinking water and water quality. The festival will conclude on Nov. 11 with presentations and panel discussion led by University of Nevada Reno’s Student Association for International Water Issues (SAIWI) to discuss what actions we can take today to help solve some of these problems in real and lasting ways.

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009: Blue Gold: World Water Wars
http://www.bluegold-worldwaterwars.com/
Hosted by Professor Kate Berry, University of Nevada, Reno

According to Blue Gold, winner of numerous film festival awards, future wars will be fought over water, not oil. As we pollute, divert, pump, and waste our limited supply of fresh water we are causing desertification of the earth. And as our population increases and industry expands, the demand for fresh water only grows.

Meanwhile, corporate giants and governments are using water for economic and political gain, setting the stage for battles over water. Blue Gold follows numerous examples of people fighting for their basic right to water, from violent revolutions to local protests at grade schools. A line is crossed as water becomes a commodity. Will we survive?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009: Poisoned Waters (PBS special)
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/poisonedwaters/
Hosted by Michael Rosen, research hydrologist, USGS and Madonna Dunbar, Tahoe Water Suppliers Association

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Emmy Award-winning producer Hedrick Smith dives headfirst into the contamination of America’s great waterways, in particular Puget Sound and Chesapeake Bay. A new wave of pollution is killing fish, causing mutations in frogs, and threatening human health. Diffuse sources of pollution are introducing chemical compounds into our water, from urban runoff to poultry farm byproducts to pharmaceuticals. These chemicals are endocrine disruptors, affecting metabolism and reproductive systems in both humans and animals. Poisoned Waters forces viewers to take a closer look at the state of our ecosystems and drinking water.

Join staff from the Tahoe Water Suppliers Association to discuss local issues related to our own drinking water. How safe is our drinking water? What are the issues and actions you can take to protect our local drinking water source? Michael Rosen, research hydrologist with USGS, has been studying endocrine disruptors in Lake Mead, organic contaminants in tributary streams to Lake Tahoe, and the Truckee River to determine their effect on the aquatic ecosystem.

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009: Student Association for International Water Issues Presentations
http://www.unr.nevada.edu/~saiwi/
Hosted by Heather Segale, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center

The Student Association for International Water Issues or SAIWI (pronounced Say-wee") is a student organization at the University of Nevada, Reno, working to develop an understanding of global water issues and promote community empowerment through education and water resource development.

This culminating event will include presentations by students and community members that have participated in water development projects around the world. Hear about these amazing project successes that make a huge difference in villages around the world. Find out how you can get involved locally and globally.

World Water Issues with Margaret Shanafield
Addressing Water Issues on a Community Level with Jacquie Brownstein
Logistics and Benefits of Well-drilling with Cathy Fitzgerald
Cameroon Past Project with Annie Lassaline
Guatemala Future Project with Miles Becker
How to Get Involved with Miles Becker
Question/Answer Panel Discussion


MODIFIED ON: 10/19/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings:
Nature's Theater--Nature Play for Kids

To Be a Tree

(for ages 5-10)


Date:

November 7, 2009

Time:

10 a.m. - Noon

Location:

Stebbins Cold Canyon
UC Davis Natural Reserve


Nature’s Theater is an innovative approach to helping children develop a healthy relationship with the natural world. Through interactive stories children explore the canyon with characters, like Summer, Glug Glug, Tree Spirit, Professor Planthead and Birdman.
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 10/20/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings:
Nature's Theater--Nature Play for Kids

Professor Planthead

(for ages 6-10)


Date:

November 8, 2009

Time:

10-Noon

Location:

Stebbins Cold Canyon
UC Davis Natural Reserve


Nature’s Theater is an innovative approach to helping children develop a healthy relationship with the natural world. Through interactive stories children explore the canyon with characters, like Summer, Glug Glug, Tree Spirit, Professor Planthead and Birdman.
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 10/26/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings

Bobcat Ranch

A place to explore!


Date:

November 15, 2009

Time:

8:30am-1:00pm

Location:

Stebbins Cold Canyon
UC Davis Natural Reserve
(Meet at Steady Eddy's in Winters)


To the north-east of Stebbins Cold Canyon is the 6,800-acre Bobcat Ranch. For decades the ranch was privately owned but a few years ago Audubon, California purchased the property for conservation, restoration and recreation. Currently the ranch is not open to the public but ranch manager, Alex Palmerlee, will lead a special outing into the inner reaches of the property and highlight the natural habitats and local wildlife inhabiting this region. The hike is moderate. The group will meet at Steady Eddy’s in Winters @ 8:30am.

Guide: Alex Palmerlee
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 10/20/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings

Basic Botany

--As a way to ID Plants


Date:

November 21, 2009

Time:

10-1pm

Location:

Stebbins Cold Canyon
UC Davis Natural Reserve


Come on out and take an easy hike in the sunshine while learning about some fundamentals of plant anatomy that provide clues to identifying major plant families. With this skill you might be surprised how many plants and wildflowers you can identify at the reserve and at home in your own backyard.

Guide: Barbara Byrne
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 10/26/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings

Loop Trail

What are you thankful for?


Date:

November 28, 2009

Time:

9-1pm

Location:

Stebbins Cold Canyon
UC Davis Natural Reserve


Hike the loop trail after Thanksgiving with opportunities along the way to learn about the reserve and to reflect on what you are thankful for. This hike is 5 miles, has a 1,200’ elevation gain (with many steps) and offers distinctive changes in the plant communities and breathtaking views in all directions—look for waterfalls after the rain. Bring: Sturdy shoes, at least a liter of water and a snack.
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 10/30/2009

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Stebbins Cold Canyon Nature Outings

Animal Tracking

at Lake Solano


Date:

December 5, 2009

Time:

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Location:

Lake Solano: meet in the day use parking lot
Solano County
(West of Winters)


It is easy to forget that the places we live and play are also home to foxes, mink, coyotes, and other mammals. Usually these animals stay out of sight, but they always leave behind clues to tell you they were there. Learn to read animal track and sign with experienced tracker Sean Clemenza and see the landscape through an animal's eyes. This outing meets in the day use parking lot at Lake Solano.

Guide: Sean Clemenza
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It is the goal of the NATURE OUTINGS program to offer a diverse schedule to the campus and local communities. We hope you find something of interest, something to help you experience the reserve and continue to develop your relationship with the natural world.

Most outings are interactive and experiential in nature.

In addition to Stebbins Cold Canyon, outings will take place at Bobcat Ranch, and Lake Solano Regional Park.

****NEW--Suggested donation of $5 per person and $10 per family.

Please RSVP for each outing you are interested in attending. Most outings are limited to 15 participants and fill up quickly.

RSVP via e-mail: jfalyn@ucdavis.edu. Include your name, address, presentation date, phone number and/or e-mail address. Also, indicate whether you need directions.


MODIFIED ON: 11/5/2009

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The Western Center for Agricultural Health & Safety Seminar Series

New Media and Agricultural Health and Safety: Is My Space Really Our Space?

Max Lum, EdD. MPA; NIOSH Director E-News & Communications


Date:

December 7, 2009

Time:

4:00pm

Location:

3201 Hart Hall
UC Davis


The seminar series is co-sponsored by the Masters of Public Health Program, the Small Farm Center and the Center for Environmental Health Sciences.

Refreshments provided by University Catering.

For more information, please call 530-752-4050.


MODIFIED ON: 10/30/2009

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The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center presents

Assembling California and Western Nevada: Point Reyes to Lake Tahoe

Presentation by Dr. Eldridge Moores, UC Davis Department of Geology


Date:

December 9, 2009

Time:

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Lecture begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.

Location:

Assembly Rooms 139 & 141
Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
291 Country Club Drive
Incline Village, Nevada (on the campus of Sierra Nevada College)


Cost:

$5 donation requested. No-Host Bar.


The landscapes of California and western Nevada have a long and storied past including plate movements, granitic intrusions, volcanism, and collisions of island arcs and continental fragments with the western US over the past 250 million years. The rocks and structures that we see at the surface and at depth record this history. Rocks are historical archives. One can read these archives of Earth history if one knows the language. The language is geology.

Major challenges in the 21st century, including climate change, energy, resources, water, and earth hazards, deeply involve geology. To function as an informed citizen, everyone needs knowledge of geology.

Eldridge Moores Biography:
Dr. Eldridge Moores is Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the UC Davis Geology Department, where he has been a faculty member since 1966. His specialty is Structural Geology and Tectonics, with special emphasis on the Alpine-Himalayan and western North American mountain systems. He has authored or co-authored over 100 scientific and general interest publications, including several books, and he has mentored hundreds of students. The famous American writer John McPhee prominently features Moores in the books "Assembling California" and "Annals of the Former World". He and his wife Judy regularly give geology/landscape field trips for non-specialists.


MODIFIED ON: 10/15/2009

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The Western Center for Agricultural Health & Safety Seminar Series

DPR’s Monitoring Network

Pamela Wofford & Randy Sagawa, Department of Pesticide Regulation; Cal EPA


Date:

January 4, 2010

Time:

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Location:

3201 Hart Hall
UC Davis


The seminar series is co-sponsored by the Masters of Public Health Program, the Small Farm Center and the Center for Environmental Health Sciences.

Refreshments provided by University Catering.

For more information, please call 530-752-4050.


MODIFIED ON: 11/6/2009

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Toward Sustainable Groundwater in Agriculture

An International Conference Linking Science and Policy


Date:

June 15-17, 2010

Location:

Hyatt Regency Hotel
San Francisco Airport
Burlingame, CA


Web site:

http://www.ag-groundwater.org/


Registration:

Access a secure, on-line registration form at the Water Education Foundation: http://www.watereducation.org/doc.asp?id=1231&parentID=849


This three-day conference will provide scientists, policymakers, agricultural and environmental stakeholders, local, state and federal governmental
officials, and consultants with the latest scientific, management, legal and policy advances for sustaining our groundwater resources in agricultural regions around the world.

Program Highlights:
Groundwater is the lifeline for many rural and agricultural regions and their associated cultures and populations around the globe and a cornerstone of global food production. Groundwater constitutes nearly half the world´s drinking water and much of the world´s irrigation water supply.

Over use; groundwater salinity; nonpoint source pollution from agricultural activities, animal farming, ranching, and forestry activities; agricultural groundwater impacts to surface water; and groundwater quality and quantity conflicts at the urban-rural interface have reached global dimensions and threaten the very livelihood of this planet.

Topics to be addressed in plenary sessions and technical sessions include:
·Socioeconomic Aspects of Agricultural Groundwater
·Climate, Energy, and Agricultural Groundwater
·Agricultural Groundwater Quality and Contamination
·Conjunctive Use, Agricultural Water Use, and Groundwater Management, Policy, and Regulation
·Groundwater at the Agriculture-Urban Interface
·Groundwater Linkages to Surface Water and Estuaries

With additional Groundwater Workshops on June 14 and an Agricultural Groundwater Tour on June 18.

Watch the Web site for program updates and information about hotel reservations.

Organized by the Water Education Foundation and University of California, Davis. Sponsored by the Robert M. Hagan Endowed Chair.


MODIFIED ON: 9/28/2009

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