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Informational Materials Available from
Region 2
Environmental Protection Agency
CONTACT Kathleen Drake (212) 637-3817
to request any Regin 2 materials
Additional Materials from EPA Wetlands Division Helpline (202) 832-7828 and/or National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NCEP) 1-800-490-9198
- Functions
and Values of Wetlands
a poster depicting a variety of wetland types and wetland functions in photographs. Photos are those of finalists in the EPA wetlands photo contest. To receive a copy of the poster call
1-800-490-9198 and ask for publication number EPA 843-H-02-001. - Wetland
Fact Sheets
a collection of fact sheets on wetland topics ranging from wetlands values, threats and impacts, regulations and policy. In addition to the Web posting, the Helpline and NCEP have printed copies for distribution. - Volunteer
Wetland Monitoring: An Introduction and Resource Guide
a 40-page booklet with information on designing a monitoring study, with a resource guide. - Wetland Bioassessment Publications
- Wetlands
Information Resources
Posters
If you would like to receive any of these posters, and particularly if you can use them in your wetlands education and outreach, please contact us with your e-mail request.
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It
Can't Be a Wetland, There Are Trees Growing In It!This poster addresses some of the common myths about wetlands - for example, wetlands are always wet, wetlands cause flooding, mitigation is a sure-fire way to receive a Department of the Army wetland permit. The poster clarifies the myths with factual information. Illustrated by artist Roger Roth.
Welcome
to the Wetlands A foldout poster for coloring and reading, with information about animals that inhabit wetlands
Bienvenido a las tierras pantanosas
The same coloring poster in Spanish.
The
Worth of WetlandsThis poster depicts a variety of wetland types and wetland functions. National Geographic Magazine's October 1992 issue had a very informative article on wetlands, and their map is reproduced (with permission) in this poster.
Wetlands
Across the United StatesAn illustration and notation of wetland types with discussion of some wetland facts. Developed in celebration of American Wetlands Month - May.
Functions and Values of Wetlands
This poster depicts a variety of wetland types and wetland functions in photographs. Photos are those of finalists in the EPA wetlands photo contest. To receive a copy of the poster call 1-800-490-9198 and ask for publication EPA 843-H-02-001 or, visit NSCEP online.
This poster addresses some of the detrimental impacts to streams, lakes, reservoirs and suggests actions that individuals can do to protect water quality and the quality of recreational fishing - one of which is to preserve wetlands. Illustrated by artist Paul Thiesing.
Booklets and Pamphlets
Building Near Wetlands: The Dry Facts - An 8-page brochure that provides an overview of wetlands, and state and federal regulations that affect activities in New York State wetlands. Agency and town clerk contacts are listed. The original printing has been distributed. In addition to the Web posting, we can respond to requests with a photocopy of the original pamphlet.
America's Wetlands: The Vital Link Between Land and Water - An informative booklet describing wetlands, the types, their importance, and wetlands protection. In addition to the Web posting, we have the printed booklets.
Wetlands in Saratoga County: Results of the National Wetlands Inventory. A 24-page booklet describing wetlands, their functional significance, protection mechanisms, and summary of their occurrence in Saratoga County. Developed in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Wetlands in Staten Island: Results of the National Wetlands Inventory. A 24-page booklet addressing Staten Island's wetlands. Developed in parntership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Unlocking the Secrets of America's Wetlands. A 42-page booklet describing wetland types, mitigation, how to become involved, and agency contacts. Poster Wetlands: America's Treasures is included. Limited quantity remaining.
Wetlands: A Key Link in Watershed Management.
An
8-page booklet describing wetlands, threats to wetlands, managing
and restoring wetlands, and things you can do involving wetlands protection. Limited
quantity remaining.Wetlands Guidebook: A Functional Guide to Saratoga County's Publically Accessible Wetlands. A 50-page pocket booklet describing 21 wetlands in Saratoga County that are on public land. Includes hand-drawn maps to each and directions, and a description tempting you to drop what you're doing and go take a walk (or canoe ride). We must respond to requests with a photocopy of the original booklet.
