Future needs to highlight upcoming 2024 Carson River Watershed Management Forum
The Carson River Coalition, in conjunction with the Carson Water Subconservancy District will host the 2024 Carson River Watershed Management Forum, “Looking Ahead,” happening March 5-6.
Water professionals will discuss the Carson River Watershed’s current and future water management needs. Professional development hours are available for planners, engineers, floodplain managers, and water operators. The public is invited.
“This year’s forum is a ‘collaboration celebration’ of all that our CRC partners are accomplishing,” said Brenda Hunt, CWSD Watershed Program Manager and forum organizer. “We have a wide range of topics, as no discipline exists without influencing the others, and they all need to work in concert to successfully manage the Carson River Watershed.”
The Forum will be at the Governor’s Mansion in the Ruvo Stateroom, 606 Mountain St., Carson City. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. each day. Visit https://www.cwsd.org for the program and to see presenter bios.
Tuesday, March 5, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Topics include stormwater management, the 30-year water outlook, strategies to protect the upper watershed, soil health, invasive species, and funding opportunities. The CRC is updating the Carson River Watershed Floodplain Management Plan and soliciting public input.
Wednesday, March 6, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Speakers will discuss the weather outlook, successes in Clear Creek, environmental education, AmeriCorps Climate Action Fellow activities, and what’s ahead for CRC stewardship. A panel will explore the intersection between emergency management and floodplain management.
Attendees will have a chance each day to win a free spot on CWSD’s “Get on the Bus” watershed tour June 11 and 12.
Cost for the forum, which covers lunch both days, is $30. Register online or visit the forum link at https://www.cwsd.org.
The Carson River Watershed is truly “A Lifeline Connecting Our Communities.” Thoughtfully managing this important resource helps provide our communities with clean drinking water, economic stability, and sustainable natural landscapes. The Forum is your opportunity to learn about the extraordinary efforts by multiple organizations who work together to manage, conserve, and protect our watershed, its floodplains, and natural resources.