Module 3 – Planning Low-Tech PBR
Below you’ll find the videos and PDFs from this module, licensed under Creative Commons, free to re-use under its terms.
🎥 Module 3 Video Playlist
Watch the entire playlist on YouTube:
Module 3 Playlist
Topics
A. Logistics, Learning Objectives & Introductions
Joe Wheaton
Slides (PDF)
B. Overview of Planning & NRCS Conservation Planning Process
Jeremy Maestas
Slides (PDF)
C. Valley Bottom Mapping & Virtual Field Trip
Joe Wheaton
Slides (PDF)
VBET – Valley Bottom Extraction Tool
The valley bottom is the entry point to understanding a riverscape. A quick overview is in this 6-minute video:
Watch on YouTube
Exercise
Virtual Field Trip
We’ve also prepared a virtual field trip to Spawn Creek:
→ Reading Riverscapes Virtual Field Trip
🎤 Panel Discussion
D. Recognizing Structural Forcing in Riverscapes
Joe Wheaton
Slides (PDF)
Join the virtual field trip for deeper exploration.
🎤 Panel Discussion
E. Risk Assessment, Condition Assessment, & Recovery Potential
Joe Wheaton
Slides (PDF)
RCAT – Riparian Condition Assessment Tool
Learn about RCAT in this quick overview video:
Watch on YouTube
BRAT – Beaver Restoration Assessment Tool
A short overview of BRAT, exploring its role in planning:
Watch on YouTube
Exercise
🎤 Panel Discussion
F. Connecting & Clarifying Objectives & Tying to Goals
Nick Weber
Slides (PDF)
G. Module 3 Synthesis
Joe Wheaton
