Looking for some new material to adapt for your newsletter, use at an annual meeting, or share to improve shoreland management? There are many, easyto- access educational resources available through the shoreland education program.

Electronic

www.shoreland_management.org

includes basic fact sheets, technical background information, and archives of From Shore to Shore to use for newsletter articles or handouts. Resources on this web site are not copyrighted, but please cite the source and don’t revise the text.

www.extension.umn.edu/water/shore/

provides dates, locations, agendas, and online registration for our shoreland workshops. You can also learn more about the shoreland education program.

Info-U - 1-800-525-8636 or www.extension.umn.edu/info-u

has hundreds of recorded messages and online scripts that you can print out, including many about water resource issues.

Video

Keeping Our Shores

introduces best management practices that property owners can use to protect water quality. VH-06947-WRC. $15.

The Living Shore

reviews the benefits of shoreland vegetation and introduces shoreline restoration. VH- 07129-WRC. $15.

Standing Firm Against Erosion

explains why erosion occurs and demonstrates shoreline stabilization techniques. VH-07130-WRC. $15.

Rivers: Ribbons on Life

illustrates the importance of sound land management practices and informed decisionmaking. VH-07542-WRC. $10.

Water Conservation

stressed the economic savings, improved wastewater management, and reduction in chemical use that results from household water conservation. VH-6948-WRC. $15.

Septic Systems Revealed

describes the basics of septic systems, and features tips for homeowner operation and maintenance. VH-06768-WRC. $15.

Print

Shoreland Landscaping Series

includes four publications compiled as a guide to natural landscaping and shoreline revegetation. PC-07357-WRC. $5.

Protecting Our Waters

is a packet of 18 publications explaining easy and inexpensive BMPs that shoreland property owners can adopt to protect water quality. MI- 06946-WRC. $10.

Turfgrass Management for Protecting Surface Water

Quality provides in-depth information on turf management practices, including the use of fertilizer and pesticides. BU-05726-WRC. $4.

Managing Aquatic Plants in Minnesota Lakes

identifies invasive exotic plants and describes control options, including preventative approaches. FO-06955-WRC. $2.

Septic System Owners Guide

is a fully illustrated guide that includes information on safety, use and operation, maintenance and trouble shooting. PC-06583-WRC. $4.

Video and print products are available from the University of Minnesota Extension Service. To order, call 1-800-876- 8636. Credit cards are accepted. You can also order online.

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