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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.

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🎥 Module 3 Video Playlist

Watch the entire playlist on YouTube:
Module 3 Playlist


Topics


A. Logistics, Learning Objectives & Introductions

Presenter: Joe Wheaton


B. Overview of Planning & NRCS Conservation Planning Process

Presenter: Jeremy Maestas


C. Valley Bottom Mapping & Virtual Field Trip

Presenter: Joe Wheaton

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

Presenter: Joe Wheaton

Join the virtual field trip for deeper exploration.


🎤 Panel Discussion


E. Risk Assessment, Condition Assessment, & Recovery Potential

Presenter: Joe Wheaton

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

Presenter: Nick Weber


G. Module 3 Synthesis

Presenter: Joe Wheaton