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No-water Gardening for Higher Elevations (above 7500’
April 2, 2013
12:00 – 1:00 pm MT
Colorado water rights can be frustrating for the mountain homeowner. For example, there are no outdoor water rights for houses with wells drilled after May 8, 1972 on less than 35 acres.  In this webinar, learn techniques that allow you to grow beautiful ornamentals (and even vegetables) without violating water rights restrictions. Presented by Irene Shonle, CSU Extension Director in Gilpin County
To register for this free webinar, click on the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Y1r8ruH8rUT1-AgkldAxp3eGuqGu0so33_WTZjnVolo/viewform

Assessing Your Small Acreage for Water Quality and Environmental Protection
April 11, 2013
12:00-1:00 pm MT
Learn how to protect water quality on your property. We will discuss common water quality concerns related to private wells, pesticide and chemical handling, animal manure management, and oil and gas. Presented by Eric Wardle, CSU Soil and Crops Research Associate and Troy Bauder, Water Quality Specialist in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences at CSU.
To register for this free webinar, click on the following link:
 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ktVPwFK8td_4whnOAJ_sUfdrJ20NrS6h1cPMz9OEHVg/viewform

Water Wells & Oil/Gas Reserves in Northeastern Colorado
April 23, 2013
12:00-1:00 pm MT
Geologist Al Albin, of USDA-NRCS, will discuss the geologic history of Northeastern Colorado and how it relates to water wells and water availability.  We will learn about aquifers and specifically focus on the aquifers of the Denver Basin and the Ogallala aquifer.  Mr. Albin will also give an introduction to the Niobrara Formation, a major target for oil and natural gas drilling in Colorado.
To register for this free webinar, click on the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Jd0iNAcK16jPeh3VbINoeJIMSpaGIoRl3XCvZbu0eNg/viewform



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