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SUMMARY:CUAHSI Water Science Exchange: Water in Working Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 12 – 14\, 2026 \nLocation: University of Missouri \nJoin CUAHSI at the University of Missouri for the first-ever CUAHSI Water Science Exchange! This two-and-a-half day gathering will bring together water science researchers for skill-building workshops\, field trips\, and science poster and presentation opportunities. \nThe Water Science Exchange is designed to build skills\, facilitate knowledge exchange\, and spark new collaborations across career stages and institutions. We’re especially excited to welcome students and early-career researchers and encourage poster submissions from undergraduate and graduate students. \nThe Exchange will feature workshops and presentations led by CUAHSI staff\, water science community members\, and partner organizations\, including: \n\n\nSkill-building workshops on topics such as data best practices\, open science methodology\, collaborative science skills\, and other water science topics. \n\n\nPresentations from local researchers and practitioners on regional topics. \n\n\nHands-on training on CUAHSI’s tools and cyberinfrastructure for data management\, research\, and learning. \n\n\nOpportunities to learn more about contributing to and participating in CUAHSI’s virtual education programs\, such as CUAHSI Virtual University and HydroLearn. \n\n\nPlus\, ample opportunities to connect with colleagues across water science disciplines\, launch new collaborations\, and strengthen existing networks.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/cuahsi-water-science-exchange-water-in-working-landscapes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Zooming in on the Benthic Biolayer: How flow and microbial growth shape riverbed reactions from reaches to pores
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nKevin Roche (BSU)\nSeminar Date:\nNov 10\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nA large portion of a river’s microbial and algal life resides in a thin layer of sediments just below the riverbed called the benthic biolayer. This layer is widely believed to contribute disproportionately to whole-stream processes such as aerobic respiration\, nutrient cycling\, and contaminant transformation. How\, when\, and how much mass is transformed in the biolayer compared with other reactive locations of the river? I will present two complementary studies that fill knowledge gaps needed to answer this question. \nThe first study combines controlled field experiments with process-based modeling to quantify transport and aerobic reactions across the water column and the bed of an experimental stream. Our results show that biolayer’s propensity for high mass transformation arises from a distinct combination of rapid solute delivery\, transient retention\, and rapid biological transformation. These results strongly suggest that the biolayer is a common feature of streams and rivers that should be included in stream-network scale models of reactive transport. \nThe second study examines the pore-scale mechanisms that may help generate this behavior. I will present recent results from microfluidics experiments that reveal how fluid flow regulates microbial growth and aerobic reactions at the pore scale. Our results further show that microbial communities restructure the organization and connectivity of the porous medium as they actively respond to local physical and chemical conditions\, which points to microbial physiology as an underappreciated control on groundwater’s bulk hydraulic conductivity. Together\, these studies show how coupled hydrologic and biological processes determine where aerobic reactions occur in shallow river sediments. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nKevin Roche joined Boise State University in Fall 2020. While his research has spanned disciplines ranging from fluid mechanics to microeconomics\, it is unified by a need for improved predictive models that respect the natural variability of hydrologic processes. His work involves a combination of (1) novel observations at scales ranging from the laboratory (mm – m) to the field (m – km); and (2) developing mechanistic models that establish a parsimonious link between these scales. He uses this combined experimental and modeling approach to improve the physical basis of stream- and watershed-scale models of contaminant and nutrient fate. \nPrior to Boise State\, Dr. Roche was a Fulbright Junior Scholar at the Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research (IDAEA-CSIC) in Barcelona\, Spain\, where he developed theory of reactive transport in rivers. He also worked as a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Notre Dame\, where he worked on projects ranging from field experiments in streams to theoretical modeling of climate change and conflict. \nDr. Roche received his B.S. in chemical engineering from Purdue University. After undergraduate studies\, Dr. Roche worked as a process control engineer at Eli Lilly and Company (Indianapolis\, IN)\, where he improved automation to increase water efficiency in pilot-scale manufacturing facilities. He then served for three years in the US Peace Corps (Guinea\, Costa Rica) before joining Northwestern University for his graduate studies. \n\nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-zooming-in-on-the-benthic-biolayer-how-flow-and-microbial-growth-shape-riverbed-reactions-from-reaches-to-pores/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T185806Z
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SUMMARY:AWRA 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference
DESCRIPTION:MOVING BEYOND 250 – CROSSING BOUNDARIES TO BUILD A MORE WATER-SECURE FUTURE \nNovember 9-11\, 2026\nHilton Penn’s Landing\n201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd\nPhiladelphia\, PA 19106 \nPerhaps no issue is more important to human health\, economic development\, and peace and security than water. AWRA’s Annual Water Resources Conference is the nation’s longest running and most interdisciplinary gathering of water professionals — a unique forum where scientists\, engineers\, policymakers\, lawyers\, planners\, and practitioners from across the United States and beyond come together to solve complex water challenges. \nSince the 1960s\, AWRA’s annual gathering has served as the intellectual crossroads of the U.S. water community\, shaping national thinking on integrated water resources management\, water governance\, climate resilience\, and emerging technologies. With its rare blend of federal\, state\, tribal\, academic\, and private sector participation\, and its deep commitment to elevating the next generation\, the AWRA conference remains the premier national venue for advancing holistic\, science based\, and collaborative approaches to water. \nHot Topics that will be presented at this conference: PFAS\, Stormwater – analysis and best management practices\, Groundwater\, Water Quality – analysis\, management and availability\, Data/Modeling\, Policy\, Restoration – including streams\, wetlands and flood mitigation\, Watershed Planning\, AI – role in water resources and impact on water use\, and more….
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-2026-annual-water-resources-conference-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:AWRA 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference
DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 9-11\, 2026 | PHILADELPHIA\, PA\nHilton Penn’s Landing\n201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd\nPhiladelphia\, PA 19106 \n  \nCONFERENCE SUMMARY\nJoin Us for One of the Nation’s Most Dynamic and Inclusive Water Resources Conferences! LIVE in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, the epicenter of the 250th anniversary celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, this November 9-11\, 2026! \nThe AWRA Annual Water Resources Conference is recognized as one of the most diverse and inclusive gatherings in the field of water resources management. This premier event offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative\, practical\, and applied solutions to today’s water challenges. Whether you’re a researcher\, professional\, student or policymaker\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\nThe latest outcomes and updates from major federal investments in water infrastructure and climate resilience\,\nLessons learned from successful multidisciplinary project implementation\,\nBest practices in water resource planning\, design\, and application\,\nReal-world impacts of current and emerging water policies\,\nCutting-edge research shaping the future of water resources.\n\nWe’re thrilled to return to Philadelphia in November 2026 after an exceptional 2025 conference in Colorado. Our Delaware\, New Jersey\, and Philadelphia Chapters have teamed together to curate an exceptional experience for 2026 attendees\, building on 2025’s energy and success. The 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference has something for everyone\, from the joy of reconnecting with longtime colleagues to the excitement of exploring local water-themed projects on technical trips. The plenary sessions will feature bold keynote speakers who will challenge conventional thinking and inspire new ideas. With a diverse lineup of technical sessions\, panel discussions\, and hands-on workshops\, you’ll gain a panoramic view of pressing water issues across the Mid-Atlantic Region\, the nation\, and the globe. \nStudents and Young Professionals will experience tailored programming\, mentorship opportunities\, and networking events that support and inspire the next generation of water leaders. \nAttendees won’t want to miss the legendary Monday Night Icebreaker or the Tuesday Night Special Event\, organized by our energetic planning committee. Both events feature live music and local flavor. \nPlus\, take advantage of opportunities to engage directly with exhibitors and sponsors\, and explore the tools\, technologies\, and services reshaping water resource management today. \nPrefer a slower pace? Bringing family members? Arrive early to enjoy the fall in Philadelphia and explore the deep American history\, renowned museums\, world-class culinary scene\, and everything else this vibrant urban center has to offer. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and lead.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-2026-annual-water-resources-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T113000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Salmon Reintroduction in the Upper Columbia Basin
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nTom Biladeau (Coeur d’Alene Tribe)\nSeminar Date:\nNov 3\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nUpon construction of Grand Coulee Dam in the late 1930’s\, salmon were extirpated from almost half of the available habitat in the Columbia River basin. Now\, the Upper Columbia United Tribes (UCUT) are leading an effort to reintroduce anadromous salmon back into those historic habitats. The program is considered the largest salmon reintroduction effort in the world\, and is in coordination with federal\, state\, and local governments\, along with other tribes in the US and in Canada. Multiple studies are underway to determine productivity\, survival\, and behavior of Chinook and Sockeye salmon in the blocked area. These studies are intended to inform fish passage at five hydroelectric projects in the US\, and to monitor habitat use by anadromous salmon. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nThomas Biladeau is the Anadromous Division Lead for the Coeur d’Alene Tribe. He has lived and worked in the Pacific Northwest for his entire life. Currently\, Tom works in collaboration with multiple state and federal action agencies\, and the tribes of the upper Columbia to reintroduce salmon back to the upper Columbia basin and into the homelands of the Coeur d’Alene people. \n\nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-salmon-reintroduction-in-the-upper-columbia-basin/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:Palouse Basin Water Summit
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 29\, 202 \nCheck website for details \nhttps://palousebasinwatersummit.org/
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/palouse-basin-water-summit-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Towards Local Strategies for Snow Loss\, Economic Cost\, and Potential (Mal)Adaptation in the Western US
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nBea Gordon (DRI)\nSeminar Date:\nOct 27\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nClimate change is altering snow accumulation and ablation dynamics in snow-dependent regions worldwide\, reshaping runoff timing and water availability for people\, ecosystems\, and agriculture. Water year 2026 offers a preview\, with high-elevation snowpack across the western US losing roughly 40% of peak SWE in a single fortnight at elevations long assumed to be buffered against warming. As the world’s largest consumer of freshwater\, irrigated agriculture is particularly exposed\, and these hydrologic changes impose substantial economic costs. Here\, we demonstrate how hydrology and economics can be combined to assign costs to snow-driven hydrologic change\, using irrigated agriculture in the western United States as a large\, snow-dependent test case. By integrating reduced-form economic models with climate model projections spanning approximately 2–5 °C of warming\, we estimate that irrigated cropland could decline by 27–46% by the end of the century\, while agricultural profitability—proxied using land rental rates—declines by 11–26%\, corresponding to annual losses of approximately $8.2–$14.7 billion. \nHowever\, agricultural retirement in response to these economic pressures without integration across hazards risks unintended consequences. Through analysis of four decades of fire perimeter data (1984-present) and aerial imagery\, we show that cropland is 2x less likely to be on the inside of a fire perimeter than any other land-cover type\, suggesting an important landscape-scale buffering effect. Using drought and wildfire as an example\, this finding demonstrates how cropland abandonment—a strategy that may enhance drought resilience—could amplify fire risk if poorly coordinated\, illustrating how rational responses to one hazard can inadvertently increase exposure to others. Results underscore the complexity of adaptation under compounding climate risks and the importance of working in partnership with decision-makers to leverage expanding data and modeling capabilities for locally-relevant solutions. \nAddressing this complexity requires research matched not only to the scales at which land and water management decisions are made\, but to the varied and often competing pressures those decisions must weigh. We propose that archetypes—a framework from social-ecological systems research—could help accelerate matching adaptation strategies to specific decision-making contexts by explicitly accounting for governance capacity and behavioral dynamics. This approach has not been widely explored in adaptation to changes in mountain snow resources but could enable rapid\, locally-relevant guidance. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nBea Gordon is currently an Assistant Research Professor at the Desert Research Institute in Reno\, Nevada. Her work focuses on changes in mountain water supply and what these changes mean for communities that depend upon them. She is also on contract with the Upper Colorado River Commission as a Senior Hydrologist and serves on the board of directors for Plank Stewardship Initiative. In her free time\, she enjoys consolidated sleep when her two toddlers and senior dog allow it\, running\, skiing\, and reading. \n\nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-towards-local-strategies-for-snow-loss-economic-cost-and-potential-maladaptation-in-the-western-us/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T184314Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Hidden Treasures of Idaho’s Waters: Native Mussels and Water Quality
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nGunnar Hilborn (DEQ)\nSeminar Date:\nOct 20\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nFreshwater mussels are some of the most sensitive species in many waters of the United States. Many species in the Eastern US are listed as endangered and have been found to be significantly sensitive to heavy metals and other pollutants like ammonia. Idaho’s native mussels are not only cryptic\, but are also understudied\, with new information on their behavior\, reproduction\, and distribution being uncovered all the time. Idaho DEQ is entering the unionid world through its ongoing ammonia rulemaking\, and is training staff statewide on identifying\, recording\, and protecting these hidden gems. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nGunnar Hilborn is a Water Quality Standards Analyst with Idaho’s Department of Environmental Quality. He has worked in the water quality world for 6 years and received a BA in chemistry from Carroll College in Helena\, MT. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors\, reading\, and spending time with his wife and daughter. \nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-hidden-treasures-of-idahos-waters-native-mussels-and-water-quality/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T184440Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Flow Component of the Nez Perce Term Sheet: Negotiated Regulatory Compliance on the Snake River Above Brownlee Dam
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nJeremiah Williamson (Williamson Law)\nSeminar Date:\nOct 13\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nAlmost 50 years ago\, a lawsuit brought by ratepayers against Idaho Power provided the impetus for what would become the Snake River Basin Adjudication. Four decades and countless storied conflicts later\, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia came to Boise to celebrate the completion of the comprehensive water rights adjudication. \nCritical to completion of the adjudication was resolution of the approximately 1\,100 treaty-based water rights the United States government claimed on behalf of the Nez Perce Tribe. These sweeping claims unsurprisingly triggered vigorous opposition\, intense litigation\, and in turn protracted negotiations\, which ultimately resulted in a settlement Congress blessed in 2004. \nThat hard bargained\, multi-pronged settlement quantified the Tribe’s water rights and moreover defined the terms of compliance with ambiguous regulatory standards under the Endangered Species Act and Clean Water Act. The agreement thus established an alternative to litigation over uncertain legal rules\, creating stability and predictability for key river stakeholders for a period of thirty years\, an extraordinary outcome in western water management. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nJeremiah Williamson founded Williamson Law\, PLLC\, in 2025\, after a decade advising and representing the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Reclamation. During his time at Interior\, Jeremiah focused his efforts on federal water management in the Columbia River Basin\, while also working on special water resource projects across the western United States. Prior to joining Interior\, he served as Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Water & Natural Resources Division of the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office. \nJeremiah is a graduate of the University of Utah\, Indiana University-Bloomington\, and the University of California-Santa Cruz. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court\, multiple federal appellate and trial courts\, and the supreme courts of Idaho and Wyoming. \n\nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-the-flow-component-of-the-nez-perce-term-sheet-negotiated-regulatory-compliance-on-the-snake-river-above-brownlee-dam/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T192047Z
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SUMMARY:An Overview of PFAS Transport in the Environment\, Challenges\, and Management Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Southern Illinois University and Universities Council on Water Resources Present: \n  \nAn Overview of PFAS Transport in the Environment\, Challenges\, and Management Strategies \nwith Dr. Faith A. Kibuye \n  \nExtension Program Specialist \nAffiliate Faculty in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management \nThe Pennsylvania State University
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/an-overview-of-pfas-transport-in-the-environment-challenges-and-management-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:AWRA-WA Annual State Section Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Theme: The Future is Now: How the emerging issues of the recent past have come to define our water-scarce present. \nWhen: Thursday\, October 8\, 2026 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (program); 5:00 – 6:30 PM (networking reception) \nWhere: Mountaineers Seattle Program Center\, 7700 Sand Point Way NE\, Seattle\, WA \nDescription: A quarter of the way through the twenty-first century\, we find ourselves in a changed landscape of water resource management in Washington. Widespread difficulty obtaining new water supplies to support population growth inhibits sustainable and affordable development. New competing demands for water to support clean energy development\, data centers\, and other emergent technologies are stressing existing water supplies and suppliers even further. Meanwhile\, four consecutive years of snowpack drought have fundamentally revised our expectations of future water supply availability. And the increasing occurrence and severity of acute weather events (such as heat domes and atmospheric rivers) have unbalanced the historical hydrograph away from periods of peak demand. \nThe 2026 AWRA-WA State Conference will bring together water professionals\, policymakers\, engineers\, scientists\, lawyers\, students\, and regulators to explore the challenges and opportunities ahead through thought-provoking sessions and candid discussions. \nWhy Attend?   \n\nHear from leading experts and decision-makers shaping Washington’s water future.\nEngage in open conversations to learn from past efforts and shape smarter strategies moving forward.\nGain actionable insights and strategies for navigating uncertainty and change.\nExpand your network with water resource professionals from across the state.\nYour registration includes a 2027 AWRA-WA membership and directly supports chapter events\, student fellowship program\, and this conference.\n\nNew ideas\, new voices\, and diverse expertise are essential right now. Whether you’re just entering the industry or bringing years of expertise\, be part of the conversations shaping the future of water management in Washington State. \nRegistration\, speakers\, and session details are coming soon. \nDownload a PDF of the conference flyer and share across your network!
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-wa-annual-state-section-conference-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T191442Z
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SUMMARY:Application due: Snow Measurement Field School
DESCRIPTION:SNOW MEASUREMENT FIELD SCHOOL 2027\nJANUARY 4 – 7\, 2027\nAPPLICATION DEADLINE 10.7.2026\nLocation: Bretton Woods\, NH \nInstructors\n\n\nKeith Jennings\nUniversity of Vermont\nElizabeth A Burakowski\nUniversity of New Hampshire\nMore instructors to be announced!\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants must apply for this workshop. \nThis has been a very popular program\, and space is limited. Applications will be reviewed by workshop organizers and instructors\, and participants will be notified of their application status by Early November. \nCompleted applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Review of applications will begin on October 1\, 2026. The final date to submit applications is October 7\, 2026. \nThe SINTER and CUAHSI Snow Measurement Field School is supported by NASA. \nAccurate snowpack property measurements are needed as ground truth for remotely sensed data\, as input for hydrological models\, as input to ecological models\, and as data when making avalanche forecasts. This course provides hands-on training and experience with snow measurements\, to help directly with snow measurement research objectives and for interpreting snow measurements collected by others. \nThe curriculum assumes little prior knowledge and experience on the part of the students\, and begins with field and snow safety\, then progresses to simple but critical snow measurements like depth\, density\, and snow water equivalent. Students are divided into teams and tasked with making field measurements that simulate what would be required in actual field campaigns. Daylight hours are spent almost entirely out in the snow\, but in the evenings students work collectively to analyze and reflect on the day’s measurements and listen to lectures about field measurements\, sampling design\, handling of data\, and more advanced measurement topics. \nCOURSE OBJECTIVE:\nThis course will give fundamental training to students in making and analyzing snow measurements including depth\, density\, water equivalence\, grain size and shape\, stratigraphy\, temperature\, and hardness. Students completing this course will be able to perform high-quality fieldwork and design studies making snowpack measurements. \nBy the end of the course\, students should be able to do the following: \n\n\nExcavate and prepare a snow pit. \n\n\nMeasure profiles of density\, snow temperature\, grain size\, and hardness. \n\n\nCharacterize stratigraphy and layering\, snow surface roughness\, and snow grain types. \n\n\nUse a Federal snow sampler\, an avalanche probe\, a Magnaprobe\, and other snow measurement equipment. \n\n\nDesign their own experiment for sampling snow based on specific scientific objectives. \n\n\nWORKSHOP ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:\nThe course is aimed at graduate students\, post-docs\, professionals and senior scientists\, modelers and remote sensors who will make snow measurements as part of their research\, or use snowpack data in their research. Priority will be given to graduate students and early career researchers\, but undergraduates may participate pending availability. \nThere are no required prerequisites\, but students should be physically able to spend days outside being active in the snow. \nIndividuals who have already participated in a CUAHSI Snow School are not eligible to participate. \nWORKSHOP LOCATION AND COST\nThis workshop will be hosted in Bretton Woods\, NH. \nHousing is provided on-site. Participants will share rooms. Meals\, lodging\, and local transportation are included in the registration cost. \nRegistration costs will be announced soon.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/application-due-snow-measurement-field-school/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
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SUMMARY:Western Water Network for Addressing Complex Water Issues 2026 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:October 7 & 8\, 2026 \nOctober 7th: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm \nOctober 8th: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm \n  \nOSU Portland Center \n555 SW Morrison Street\, Suite 200 \n\n\n\nPortland\, OR 97204\n\n\n\n  \nWater is the foundation of thriving agriculture and resilient forests in the western U.S. Climate change and competing uses are altering patterns of water availability in the West (Schewe et al.\, 2014). Increased frequency and intensity of drought\, including regions where drought has been uncommon in the past\, combined with rapid population growth is already causing shortages in water supply and increasing conflict (Schaible and Aillery\, 2012). In the face of such challenges\, success stories from water-smart communities stand out\, such as traditionally irrigated agriculture resilience in New Mexico (Benson et al.\, 2018)\, water marketing to extend water availability throughout the West (Schwabe et al.\, 2020)\, and multiuser coordination between agricultural\, tribal\, and fishery water users in Washington (Zaferatos\, 2007). In these and other examples\, stakeholders and researchers have worked to co-produce cutting edge science to support policy change\, build strong communities\, and increase agricultural productivity (Warziniak et al.\, 2023). Sustaining western agriculture\, forests\, and vibrant communities requires connections between water users\, researchers\, and varied stakeholders and decision makers.This WERA will build upon previous iterations of the multistate committee’s efforts and will be responsive to USDA’s call and aims to engage a diverse representation of stakeholders in water resources who are faced with these complex challenges\, often without an existing road map in hand.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/western-water-network-for-addressing-complex-water-issues-2026-annual-meeting/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260508T172640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T173153Z
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SUMMARY:WALPA's 39th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:WALPA’s 39th Annual Conference in Bellingham\, WA \n\n\n\nOctober 7-9\, 2026\n“Celebrating Lake Heroes: Critters and Champions”\n\nFour Points Hotel & Conference Center\nBellingham\, WA\n​​\n\n\nThe Washington State Lake Protection Association (WALPA) is planning for our next conference at the Four Points Hotel & Conference Center in Bellingham\, Washington on Wednesday through Friday October 7-9\, 2026. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Lake Heroes: Critters and Champions” but presentations from a variety of other topics are also welcome. \n​​Come learn about the heroes that shape our work\, from the critters and creatures in every level of the food web within our lakes\, to the researchers and lake managers that keep asking questions and teach us how to protect and restore our lakes. This year’s conference will have something for all lake lovers!
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/walpas-39th-annual-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T230000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T191727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T191727Z
UID:9821-1791327600-1791327600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Webinar: LEVERAGING HYDROSHARE FOR COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT
DESCRIPTION:OCTOBER 6\, 2026 / 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET\nLocation: Virtual \nManaging research data well is a skill that pays off long before publication and long after it. This 2.5-hour lecture-style webinar walks researchers through how HydroShare supports the full research data lifecycle\, from initial planning and collection through description\, preservation\, discovery\, and integration. \nParticipants will learn how to collaborate with co-authors and team members on shared HydroShare resources\, adopt best practices for file naming and data organization\, and grant reviewers access to data and code during the publication process. Whether you’re preparing to share a dataset for the first time or looking to streamline how your team manages files together\, this session offers practical tools for making collaborative data management easier. \nOpen to any researcher interested in using HydroShare\, with no capacity limit. CVU (CUAHSI Virtual University) students are especially encouraged to join\, as the session is scheduled to avoid conflicts with CVU coursework. \nPrerequisite: A HydroShare account. If you don’t have one\, create one here.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-leveraging-hydroshare-for-collaborative-research-data-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T183236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T183236Z
UID:9795-1790677800-1790681400@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Ultimate Geologic Sponge: Volcanic aquifers and their outsized importance in the future of water in the West
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nGordon Grant (USFS)\nSeminar Date:\nSep 29\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nIn young volcanic landscapes\, thick sequences of basalt flows create groundwater aquifers that store prodigious volumes of water. Drawing on over 30 years of research in the central Oregon Cascades\, this talk will explore the hydrogeology\, geomorphology\, and landscape evolution of young volcanic provinces and their critical importance for provisioning summer streamflow in the western United State. Parallels with the Idaho Snake River Plain will be explored. \nFor those in Boise\, join us in person at the IDWR offices\, Room 602 C/D\, 322 E Front St\, Boise\, ID 83702 \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nGordon Grant is a Courtesy Professor in the College of Earth\, Ocean\, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University and Emeritus Research Hydrologist with the USDA Forest Service PNW Research Station. His involvement with rivers began as a decade-long career as a whitewater river guide on western US rivers. He received his Ph.D. in fluvial geomorphology from Johns Hopkins University in 1986\, and began work for the research branch of the U.S. Forest Service with the overarching goal of advancing understanding of how stream networks\, watersheds\, and entire landscapes respond to changes in streamflow\, sediment transport\, and wood entrainment. In particular\, this research has focused on fluvial responses due to land use\, dams and dam removal\, volcanic eruptions\, and climate change in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. He is a Fellow of both the American Geophysical Union and the Geological Society of America\, and former President of the Earth and Planetary Surface Processes (EPSP) Section of AGU. He is the recipient of the Distinguished Career Award of the Quaternary Geology and Geomorphology Section of GSA\, and the G.K. Gilbert Award of the EPSP Section of AGU. \nResearch group website at wpg.forestry.oregonstate.edu \n\nPresentations will be recorded and made available after the presentation\, unless otherwise requested by the presenter. To attend the seminars\, please use the following Zoom link: \nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-the-ultimate-geologic-sponge-volcanic-aquifers-and-their-outsized-importance-in-the-future-of-water-in-the-west/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260921T183058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T183058Z
UID:9793-1790073000-1790076600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Webinar: What’s in a Snow Model? A Four-Decade Legacy of iSnobal Development
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nAndrew Hedrick (USDA-NWRC)\nSeminar Date:\nSep 22\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\niSnobal is an energy and mass balance snow model that has grown over the last four decades from a simple research tool into an operational basin scale system for estimating how much energy and water are stored in our mountain snowpack. Its design has always focused on efficiency\, accurate physics\, and flexibility in the weather forcing data it uses. Recent updates have modernized the code\, improved numerical stability\, and refined how the model handles radiation and turbulent energy exchanges. Importantly\, for operational adoption\, the user experience has also improved through easier installation\, automated setup\, and standalone tools for developing forcing data from weather stations or forecast models. These upgrades allow new sensitivity studies\, estimation of model uncertainty\, and real-time decision support applications. Ongoing work is to incorporate next generation remote sensing data and improve how the model accounts for snow darkening from light absorbing particles and interactions between vegetation and snow. Further improvements on the horizon include leveraging machine learning methods to automate parameter selection and better connect iSnobal with hydrologic routing models. All of these advancements aim to broaden operational adoption and improve the accuracy of snowpack characterization\, strengthening water resource prediction for reservoir operations\, flood forecasting\, drought mitigation\, and seasonal allocation in snow-dominated basins throughout Idaho and the West. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nAndrew is a Research Hydrologist at the USDA-ARS Northwest Watershed Research Center in Boise where he studies the hydrology of snow-dominated mountain catchments and manages the snow measurement and modeling program at the Reynolds Creek Experimental Watershed in Owyhee County. He has been a researcher with USDA-ARS since 2014\, receiving a Geophysics M.S. in 2013 and a Geophysics PhD in 2018\, both from Boise State University working with Dr. Hans-Peter Marshall and Dr. Danny Marks. \nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-whats-in-a-snow-model-a-four-decade-legacy-of-isnobal-development/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260817T181103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T181211Z
UID:9786-1787875200-1787961599@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:CyberWater2 Training Application Due
DESCRIPTION:CyberWater2 is an NSF-funded cyberinfrastructure project that is developing an open\, community-driven platform for water science modeling. By integrating diverse datasets\, hydrologic models\, and high-performance computing into a unified workflow environment\, CyberWater2 enables researchers\, educators\, and students to build\, execute\, and share reproducible computational workflows with minimal programming. The project aims to reduce the time and effort required for hydrologic modeling while making computational research more reproducible–this allows researchers to focus more on scientific discovery and less on managing technical workflows. \nCyberWater2 is developed through a collaboration among the University of Pittsburgh\, Indiana University Indianapolis\, CUAHSI\, and partner institutions. Learn more about CyberWater here. \nCYBERWATER2 WORKSHOP\nThe CyberWater2 workshop is a hands-on model training program led by the University of Pittsburgh\, Indiana University Indianapolis\, and CUAHSI. Participants will learn how to build\, run\, and adapt water science workflows in CyberWater through guided demonstrations and practical activities. \nThe workshop is designed to help participants become productive CyberWater users by emphasizing reproducible workflows\, model integration\, and scientific problem solving. The specific learning objectives for participants in this workshop are the following: \n\n\nLearn how to navigate CyberWater interface and build workflows \n\n\nLearn how to run a model simulation in CyberWater \n\n\nLearn the components of the generic model agent toolkit and model integration \n\n\nLearn how to use CyberWater to answer new scientific questions \n\n\nWORKSHOP DETAILS\nThe workshop will consist of virtual training sessions paired with asynchronous\, self-paced exercises that allow participants to independently apply concepts introduced during each session. The trainings will be held the week of September 21–25\, 2026. Participants will attend live virtual sessions on Monday (9/21) and Wednesday (9/23)\, complete self-paced training exercises throughout the week\, and reconvene for a final check-in on Friday (9/25). \nTENTATIVE AGENDA\nDetailed agenda to be announced soon. \n\nMonday: 3 hour training\nTuesday: Office Hours\nWednesday: 2 hour training + Office Hours\nThursday: Office Hours\nFriday: Wrap-Up Event\n\n\nAPPLICATION DETAILS\nYou must have access to a Windows operating system to complete the training exercises. The deadline to apply is August 28th. \nThere are two tracks to choose from: \n\nTraining + Certificate/Stipend Track. Choose this track if you plan to attend all training events and work to complete the extra\, asynchronous hands-on training exercises to be eligible to receive a $200 participant stipend.\n\nParticipants must be affiliated with a US institution to receive the participant stipend. However\, those not affiliated with a US institution are still eligible to complete the CyberWater training exercises.\n\n\nTraining-Only Track. Choose this track if you plan to attend only training sessions and will not participate in the extra\, asynchronous hands-on exercises.\n\nThis track is not eligible to receive a $200 participant stipend.\n\n\n\nApply here by August 28th. \nReach out to Danielle Tijerina-Kreuzer with questions.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/cyberwater2-training-application-due/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T133000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260508T172020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T172448Z
UID:9745-1782467100-1782480600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:AWRA-WA Cedar River Watershed Tour
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 26\, 2026 | 9:45 AM – 1:30 PM PT \n  \nThe AWRA Washington Section invites you to join a tour of the Cedar River Watershed! Student chapters and professionals are encouraged to attend and network. \nThe Cedar River Watershed supplies drinking water to 1.6 million people in the Seattle metropolitan area\, protecting one of the region’s most vital natural resources. This behind the scenes tour offers a rare look at the masonry dam\, reservoir\, and upper watershed\, where snowpack\, geology\, and forest management all shape the water that ultimately reaches our taps. Along the way\, you will learn how Seattle Public Utilities monitors and manages this 90\,000 acre watershed\, and how shifting climate patterns influence the future of our water supply. Bring your questions about snowpack\, hydrology\, and watershed stewardship to explore this carefully protected landscape. You can learn more at Cedar River Watershed – Utilities | seattle.gov. \nLocation & Parking: \n17905 Cedar Falls Road SE\, North Bend\, WA 98045. There is a parking lot near the Education Center. Click here for directions or download a PDF.\n \nAttendee Details: \n\nRegistration is limited to 20 attendees.\nPlan to arrive no later than 9:45am.\nIf you are driving\, there is ample free parking at the Education Center.\nYou will be aboard an SPU van for the tour – a staff member will provide escort.\nWater and Gatorade is provided.\nHave comfortable footwear (covers entire foot – no slides\, sandals\, CROCS\, open toes\, etc) that allows you to walk on uneven ground.\nDress for the weather\, i.e. the temperature at Cedar River Municipal Watershed can be 10 degrees cooler than downtown Seattle.\nPorta potties will be available on the tour.\nBring lunch\, snacks\, water\, etc with you given the closest services are in North Bend.\nOptional: bug spray (mosquitoes!) and sunscreen.\n\nRegistration Fees: \n$5 registration fee. This small fee helps secure your spot on the tour and supports AWRA WA’s event planning and programming. Thank you for helping us keep these events possible. Space is limited\, so register ASAP. \nQuestions? \nFor questions or directions\, call or text Hannah McDonough at (206) 900-3689. \n 
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-wa-cedar-river-watershed-tour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250625T154403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T165037Z
UID:9582-1780876800-1781135999@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Universities Council on Water Resources (UCOWR) Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:June 8-10\, 2026 San Antonio\, TX\n\nPlease join us in beautiful San Antonio\, TX for the 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference. UCOWR and NIWR invite you to engage with leading researchers\, educators\, water managers\, students\, and other professionals from across the globe as we seek to develop new and innovative collaborations and transdisciplinary solutions to complex water resources challenges.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/universities-council-on-water-resources-ucowr-annual-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260508T170258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T170433Z
UID:9737-1779192000-1779195600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Webinar: Water Quality Trading in Oregon and What it  Means for WA State
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026\n12:00 to 1:00 PM PT\n  \nMany rivers in the Pacific Northwest are 303(d) listed for excessive water temperatures threatening ESA listed species. Water temperature TMDLs have been developed for many of these rivers and thermal loading limitations have been put on dischargers. In 2016\, Oregon DEQ launched a water quality trading program to help mitigate thermal impacts\, especially for projects with a nexus to rivers supporting ESA-listed species. Numeric temperature standards in Oregon require rigorous assessment and mitigation of thermal impacts. Initial water quality trading allowed wastewater treatment plants\, through their NPDES Permits\, to develop thermal trading plans to mitigate thermal loading. DEQ is now using this program for projects with a nexus to rivers with ESA listed species\, including new surface water intakes for drinking water\, which must seek a 401 Water Quality Certification for potential thermal impacts. \nThe Washington Department of Ecology issued Water Quality Trading Guidelines in 2011\, but up until March 2018\, when Ecology drafted a short white paper\, there have been no successful trading plans. A recent proposed legislation\, WA HB1290\, focuses on NPDES holders who are discharging into waterbodies with a water temperature TMDL. \nThe talk will cover the OR water quality trading program; its current application to wastewater discharges through NPDES Permits and water withdrawals through the 401 Water Quality Certification process and how it compares to WA’s program and what can be learned for the benefit of WA’s program and recent legislation. \nPresenter:  \nRob Annear\, Senior Principal\, Annear Water Resources \nRob is an environmental engineer with 29 years of experience in hydrodynamic and water quality modeling (1D/2D/3D) across rivers\, reservoirs\, estuaries\, and coastal environments. His work spans regulatory permitting\, TMDLs\, ESA/CERCLA/RCRA/NRDA/FERC compliance\, drinking water\, lake management\, and climate change studies. He has served as an Expert Witness in hydrology\, water rights\, and water resources modeling cases. In addition\, he has 5+ years experience teaching college courses\, and 15+ years teaching water quality modeling workshops. \nParticipation Details: \nYou will receive a link to participate via a Microsoft Teams meeting the day before the event. \nRegistration Fees:\nRegistration is free with a suggested donation of $10. We are non-profit\, and your donation helps us provide events and programming. Thank you for supporting AWRA-WA!
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-water-quality-trading-in-oregon-and-what-it-means-for-wa-state/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250625T155813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T155916Z
UID:9591-1779062400-1779321599@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:AWRA 2026 Geospatial Water Technology Conference
DESCRIPTION:MAY 18-20\, 2026 | NIAGARA FALLS\, NY\n  \nGeospatial Water Technology is central to understand and solve problems related to water resources. While geospatial data continue to grow in all three dimensions\, including space\, time and size\, modern tools such as high-performance cloud computing\, geospatial data visualization\, data analytics\, and machine learning/artificial intelligence have enabled the development of novel decision-making frameworks and web-based applications that are integral to the water resources management.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-2026-geospatial-water-technology-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250625T155011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T170535Z
UID:9585-1778976000-1779407999@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Society for Freshwater Science
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting: May 17–21\, 2026 in Spokane\, WA\n  \nWelcome to SFS 2026\nWe are in a time of rapid and often unpredictable change. Freshwater ecosystems and the organisms that rely on them are threatened by a multitude of interacting stressors. Simultaneously\, human communities that depend upon freshwater ecosystems are struggling to adapt to environmental\, social\, and economic stressors. Members of the Society for Freshwater Science work tirelessly to understand these environmental changes and the associated benefits provided by freshwaters. Meeting these challenges requires the entire freshwater science community and an understanding of what maintains the resilience of freshwater ecosystems\, and how to strengthen ties with the people that live near and depend upon freshwater ecosystems. \nOur 2026 meeting will be held in Spokane\, Washington\, near Spokane Falls\, a historic gathering place since well before European colonization. We are excited to welcome you. Our theme is “Gathering to build resilient watersheds and communities”. We encourage attendees to continue to tell their stories of the wonders of freshwater ecosystems as well as how their work contributes to ecosystem resilience. We also want to challenge attendees to reflect on how we can support the resilience of ourselves and our own scientific and regional communities. We will provide this foundation by hosting plenaries that weave together stories of the interdependence of freshwater ecosystems and humans\, and the responses and resilience of both to issues such as pollution\, dams\, and climate change. We look forward to your contributions. \nJim Hood & Camille McNeely\nAnnual Meeting Co-Chairs\, SFS 2026
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/save-the-date-society-for-freshwater-science/
LOCATION:Spokane\, WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260226T175634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T175634Z
UID:9720-1773828000-1773831600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: An Overview of PFAS Transport in the Environment\, Challenges\, & Management Strategies
DESCRIPTION:MARCH 18\, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET \nAWRA Members = Free; Non-members = $25\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPFAS\, commonly known as forever chemicals\, are increasingly detected in environmental matrices such as soils\, groundwater\, and surface waters. This widespread occurrence presents challenges around human exposure and health implications. This session will cover PFAS sources\, contamination pathways\, and how PFAS move through the environment. We will also go over how different sectors are affected by contamination issues and the current contamination management strategies. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nPFAS sources and environmental pathways\nFactors influencing PFAS transport in the environment\nContamination challenges for utilities\, farmers\, and private water system users\nCurrent management options\n\n  \nSPEAKER: \nDr. Faith Kibuye \nWater Resources Extension Specialist and Affiliate Faculty \nPenn State University
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-an-overview-of-pfas-transport-in-the-environment-challenges-management-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T161000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T171000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20260223T230437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T230536Z
UID:9714-1772727000-1772730600@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Seminar: Water Management on the Palouse Basin
DESCRIPTION:This talk will share the history of the Palouse Basin Aquifer Committee (PBAC) and its recent work towards identifying water supply alternatives for the Palouse Basin. Presenters will share updates on current water usage\, conservation efforts\, and water alternative proposals under consideration. \nThursday\, March 5th\, 2026\, 4:10-5:10pm \nWSU Campus Troy 309 and via Zoom \nEvent is free but registration is required for online participation. The Zoom link will be emailed to you. \nRegister here \n  \n 
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/seminar-water-management-on-the-palouse-basin/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251220
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250625T153707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T153815Z
UID:9578-1765756800-1766188799@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Welcome to AGU25
DESCRIPTION:AGU25: Where Science Connects Us.\n\n  \nJoin thousands of scientists\, educators\, and policymakers at the premier Earth and space science conference 15-19 December in New Orleans\, Louisiana. Explore groundbreaking research\, connect with global experts\, and shape the future of our planet.
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/welcome-to-agu25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20251124T192521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T192521Z
UID:9683-1765274400-1765283400@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Skagit Watershed Studies: An Estuary\, a Tributary\, and the Groundwater Tributary\, and the Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 9\, 2025\, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nPlease join us for this virtual event with three presentations focused on the Skagit watershed. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/44w7l1h \n  \nWashington State Representative Debra Lekanoff and Senator Keith Wagoner\, former co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Task Force (Task Force) on Water Supply\, are convening a presentation and discussion focused on three Skagit Basin water supply studies identified by the Task Force. Research teams will share their findings: \nSkagit River Basin Groundwater Study \nStudy Lead: Chad Wiseman\, Washington Fisheries Program Lead at HDR \nHydrologic Study of the Skagit Estuary \nStudy Lead: Correigh Greene\, Skagit River System Cooperative and Northwest Fisheries Science Center\, NOAA Fisheries (retired) \nSkagit River Tributary Instream Flow Habitat Assessment \nStudy Lead: Thomas Gast\, Principal Scientist at Thomas Gast & Associates Environmental Consultants \n  \nThis research was facilitated by the State of Washington Water Research Center in conjunction with the Washington State Academy of Sciences. It was funded through a contract with the Washington State Department of Ecology. \nThe event is free but registration is required. Register at: https://bit.ly/44w7l1h
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/skagit-watershed-studies-an-estuary-a-tributary-and-the-groundwater-tributary-and-the-groundwater/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250902T162503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T162503Z
UID:9622-1763461800-1763465400@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Innovative Constructed Wetland to Mitigate Contaminants of Emerging Concern 
DESCRIPTION:Idaho Water Resources Research Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Water Resources Seminar Series is open to all interested professionals\, legislators\, water supply managers\, local government representatives\, attorneys\, students and interested public.\nTuesdays\, September thru the beginning of December\, 10:30am PT / 11:30am MT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Tom Points (City of Nampa) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZOOM LINK\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/innovative-constructed-wetland-to-mitigate-contaminants-of-emerging-concern/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20250625T155437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T155609Z
UID:9588-1762732800-1762991999@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:AWRA 2025 Annual Water Resources Conference
DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 10-12\, 2025 | WESTMINSTER\, CO\n  \nCONFERENCE SUMMARY\nThe AWRA Annual Water Resources Conference is recognized as one of the most diverse and inclusive gatherings in the field of water resources management. This premier event offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative\, practical\, and applied solutions to today’s water challenges. Whether you’re a researcher\, professional\, or policymaker\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\nThe latest outcomes and updates from major federal investments in water infrastructure and climate resilience\nLessons learned from successful multidisciplinary project implementation\nBest practices in water resource planning\, design\, and application\nReal-world impacts of current and emerging water policies\nCutting-edge research shaping the future of water resources
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-2025-annual-water-resources-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTSTAMP:20260926T051427
CREATED:20251001T204529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T204529Z
UID:9633-1762214400-1762300799@wrc.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Pacific Northwest Water Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Pacific Northwest Water Summit\, led by the Idaho Department of Water Resources and Boise State University\, is a new iteration of the annual Idaho Fall Water Supply Meeting. This meeting is held each year to recap the water supply from the previous water year and provide climate and water supply outlook information for the coming water year. Partners from Oregon and Washington will share additional relevant content on impacts felt across the Pacific Northwest during the water year. The end of the meeting will culminate in a networking opportunity for all in-person participants. Catering will be provided for this event. \nCutting-edge innovative water resources research will be shared through presentations and a student poster session. The recap of the water supply from the 2025 Water Year will provide insight on how conditions impacted the build up and melt out of the year’s snowpack\, timing of irrigation demand\, and how much storage water remained by the end of the 2025 Water Year. The outlook information for the coming year will review oceanic conditions and how anomalies in the Pacific could impact the coming year’s snowpack/water supply. This meeting will also incorporate the Annual 2025 Water Year Impacts Survey for the Pacific Northwest. These meetings are critical for identifying vulnerabilities and opportunities to increase drought and climate resilience across economic sectors that are dependent on the region’s water resources. \nNote: The event will be held in person\, but a virtual option will be available for select events for those who cannot attend. In-person attendance is encouraged. \nWhen\nNovember 4\, 2025\, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mountain Time \nSee: https://www.drought.gov/events/pacific-northwest-water-summit-2025-11-04
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/the-pacific-northwest-water-summit/
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