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August 2005, Volume 3 Edition 8
NOPLE Salmon Recovery Newsletter

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SRFB News

  • This SRFB " unspent funds policy" is important to all past and future project sponsors.
  • Short Descriptions of the NOPLE preproposals for the 6th SRFB Round are now available, together with links to relevant documents and powerpoint presentations.

Federal & WA State Salmon Recovery News

Olympic Peninsula Watershed & Salmon News

Opportunities to put in your two-cents worth

  • EPA launches new Watershed Discussion Board. As part of its second Webcast, the Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watershed launched a new on-line Watershed Discussion Board. This forum offers watershed practitioners a platform to exchange ideas, so that innovative solutions and ideas can be easily shared in (near) real-time cyberspace. EPA hopes to engage people from around the country in these interactive, on-line discussions. The Forum currently includes the following six categories:
    Community Involvement, Smart Growth/Low Impact Development, Source Water Protection, Stormwater Best Management Practices
    Sustainable Financing, Watershed Planning Tools, Please visit http://www.epa.gov/owow/watershed/forum/forum.html and join in! Share your expertise so that others can learn from your experiences. Anyone can view the discussion, but one must register to post messages and receive customized updates.

  • FEMA Releases the Spring 2005 Update to the Multi-Year Flood Hazard Identification Plan (MHIP). In the aftermath of 2004's flooding throughout the United States, and at the beginning of the 2005 hurricane season, the need for up-to-date flood maps has never been more evident. FEMA, and our flood mapping partners, have released an update to the Multi-Year Flood Hazard Identification Plan (MHIP), a national plan for updating flood hazard maps for all areas at flood risk across the country. Developed in cooperation with states, locals, regional entities, and other partners, MHIP version 1.5 provides an update to the national five-year schedule and anticipated funding for conducting flood studies and providing reliable digital flood hazard data and maps to support the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). FEMA is proud to support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security to "Lead America to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from disasters". FEMA's Mitigation Program, through managing the NFIP, specifically supports the Department's strategic goal for Protection, as identified in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Strategic Plan issued in 2004, which includes strengthening nationwide preparedness and mitigation against natural disasters. The MHIP is available on FEMA's Flood Hazard Mapping Website at www.fema.gov/fhm/mh_main.shtm. FEMA welcomes input on the MHIP from our mapping stakeholders. You may contact your state, professional organization, FEMA Regional office, or provide comments through the Flood Hazard Mapping Website posting site above.

Volunteer

  • Valley Creek Work Party. Over the last five years, Valley Creek has undergone restoration in a section south of the 8th Street bridge before Highway 101 to improve fish and wildlife habitat. Small trees were planted over the last two years, which could now use a drink of water in this hot/dry time, plus there are noxious weeds trying to take over, and litter to clean up. NOSC is partnering with Port Angeles Rotary, Peninsula Trails Association, Soroptamists, and others to do a bit of care-taking of the park that is within the restoration site. There is plenty of work to be done, so we need as much help as we can get on Saturday, August 13th, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. We need to battle weeds such as English ivy, Himalayan blackberry, herb Robert, and thistle. We will have gloves for anyone to borrow who does not have their own, extra tools such as pruners, shovels, and weed wrenches too, but if you have any of your own please bring them too since we are limited in our supplies. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring sunscreen, protective clothing from the sun and thorns, plus sturdy shoes. Also, we will need pick-up trucks to help haul the debris to the dump.
    Parking is very limited, so we are encouraging folks to carpool. We will have a van shuttling people up to the project site from a parking area that is down the street about 3/4 mile. Directions are provided at the end of this message.
    I will be LEAVING from NOSC's office at 7:30 a.m. in order to get things set up on site and ready for the crew, so anyone from eastern Jefferson or Clallam County is welcome to ride with me. Just let me know, and I'll arrange to pick you up along the way!
    Directions: Valley Creek is on the West side of downtown Port Angles near the log dump. If you are coming from the east, follow Front Street until it begins to merge with Marine Dr, but be sure to be in the left hand lane ready to cross straight over 2nd Street. Once you cross 2nd street you will be on Valley Street (Pepsi Bottling Co. will be up the street on the left). Follow Valley Street for about five blocks. The street splits around the start of the 700 block with the creek directly between the two halves of the street, turn left. Parking will be at the first house on the left after the road splits. It is an old blue house. You may wait there for the van shuttle, or walk up to the work site at the end of Valley Street on the paved side (equivalent to walking seven blocks). The shuttle will make continual trips from 8:45 a.m. until 9:15, then periodic trips every hour at five minutes past the hour, or as people need to go back to their vehicles.
    Let me know if you plan to be there. Hope you can make it! Audrey A. Miles Cherney, Restoration Steward, North Olympic Salmon Coalition, Phone: (360) 379-8051, E-mail: nosc@jefferson.wsu.edu
  • Excavactor/backhoe job: We are looking for someone who has a mini excavator or backhoe who would be willing to help move some earth (or let us borrow the equipment) out at the nature center we are trying to establish on Hwy 101/Morse Ck in Port Angeles. We estimate it to be a 2-hour (or less!) job for such equipment. The area to be cleared is approximately 3 ft x 50 ft x 1.5 ft just in front of the building (very accessible!). Soil will be left on site. We are looking for someone who can do this anytime between now and August 20th. We will match our schedule to yours! Please let us know as soon as you can if you can help. Thanks a million! Audrey A. Miles Cherney, Restoration Steward, North Olympic Salmon Coalition Phone: (360) 379-8051 E-mail: nosc@jefferson.wsu.edu
  • Elwha Work Party. Greetings from the National Parks Conservation Association! I would like to invite you to our volunteer event Saturday, August 20th as we head back out into Olympic National Park to help get a handle on the invasive Herb Robert (Stinky Bob) problem and learn more about the Elwha Restoration Project. Enjoy nature in a relaxing, fun, and educational setting while aiding to the restoration process on the Elwha. We will be meeting at 9:45 at the Elwha entrance to Olympic National Park.If you are unable to attend this event but are still interested in volunteering for the park, there is another volunteer opportunity in the Elwha Valley happening August 10-13. Native seeds are being gathered by the US Department of Agriculture plant propagation team from Corvallis Oregon and they need help. These seeds will be grown in greenhouses and returned to the Elwha when the dam removal process begins. This is a vital part of the restoration project and a great way to spend a day in the park.Both volunteer opportunities are a great way to get involved with a truly amazing and historic project. For more information or to RSVP please contact Josh Walter at jwalter@npca.org or call 206-903-1444 ext. 25.

Education and Resources

  • Free public presentation of the "State of the Sound 2004" by John Cambalik, local liaison for the Puget Sound Action Team. The "State of the Sound 2004" summarizes data from many Washington State agencies and other groups, regarding the ecological conditions within the Greater Puget Sound Basin. Topics include the state of the Puget Sound's water & submerged lands, habitats, and species. Are you curious about Washington State University's Beach Watcher program? Immediately following the "State of the Sound 2004," W.S.U. Beach Watchers will present a brief program describing the history, current activities, and goals of the program. You'll have a chance to meet Clallam County's W.S.U. Beach Watcher coordinator, ask questions, and pick up an application for the upcoming training. Program Details. Date: Thursday, August 18th. Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Location: Commissioners' Meeting Room (enter on south side of courthouse, just west of the flag poles). Clallam County Courthouse. 223 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, Washington. Sponsored by: W.S.U. Beach Watchers of Clallam County, Clallam County Marine Resources Committee, Puget Sound Action Team, and Surfrider Foundation. Space will be limited. To register in advance, R.S.V.P. to David Freed, W.S.U. Beach Watchers of Clallam County. He can be reached at (360)565-2619 or dfreed@wsu.edu.
  • Septics 101 by CLALLAM COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: A FREE 2-hour homeowners’ overview on the WHAT, WHY, & HOW of septic systems & maintenance, brought to you by the Clallam County septic folks Mel Thom, Craig Caes & Janine Reed, and featuring a panel of local design-install-&-pump professionals. Clinics begin & end promptly on the hour!!! The first hour covers the basics of septic systems, and the second hour covers how to maintain your septic system. The experts’ panel will present the maintenance portion of the class and will be available to answer individual questions before, during and after the class. Space is limited; so please preregister & receive your as-built (a “map” of your yard & septic) at the door with your informational packet. LOCATION: ALL CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT THE DUNGENESS RIVER AUDUBON CENTER, RAILROAD BRIDGE PARK.
    • Wednesday August 24, 2005 6:00-8:00 pm
      Wednesday September 7, 2005 6:00-8:00 pm
      Wednesday, October 13, 2005 6:00-8:00 pm
      Wednesday, November 17, 2005 6:00-8:00 pm
      Wednesday, December 8, 2005 1:00-3:00 pm
  • WDFW Growth Management Act (GMA) web page is now being updated to better serve local jurisdictions and the general public. The web page can be accessed at http://wdfw.wa.gov/hab/gmapage.htm. Several links are being added so users can readily access relevant information such as Priority Habitats and Species, the Aquatic Habitat Guideline Program, issues in the Fish and Wildlife Planner, and other information related to fish and wildlife. Links are also being added to address wetlands, other agency GMA-related information, and Best Available Science and Shoreline Master Program guidance. Your assistance is requested to make this update successful. WDFW wants to ensure that information of value to
    local planners or citizens can be readily accessed in one place. If there is something you would like us to make available on our GMA page, please forward your ideas to Millard Deusen, Land Use Policy Coordinator; WDFW; 600 Capitol Way North; Olympia, WA 98501-1091 or by email to deusemsd@dfw.wa.gov.
  • DNR is working on a Habitat Conservation Plan for state-owned aquatic lands. Check their progress at this weblink, at which there also is available their first e-Newsletter. Future newsletters will report on progress made.
  • Latest WDFW Fish and Wildlife Planner's Newsletter is now available.
  • Latest Sound Waves, the Puget Sound Action Team's quarterly newsletter, is now available, discussing climate change taking its toll on Puget Sound. A new report from the Puget Sound Action Team and the University of Washington's Climate Impacts Group offers a new look at how these changes should affect restoration activities and resource management in the region. You can also read about Scoopy Doo, the canine crusader against pet waste pollution, The next steps for Shared Strategy, Two "local heroes" who are making a difference for shorelines, Hood Canal, marine birds, anchovies and a whole lot more.
  • Great and inexpensive Coastal Training classes. Get on their email list, and sign up early because they go fast.
  • Climate Change Conference for Puget Sound Area, a forum of discourse for experts, leaders and the community at large to discuss climate change and how it's now affecting our region, to consider serious and potentially dangerous implications of Global Warming, and to begin preparing for a future that may challenge some old but persistent assumptions. Climate Change Conference Thursday, October 27, 2005, Qwest Field Event Center - Seahawk Stadium, Seattle, WA.

Grants

  • For quick access to many grant resources, bookmark Grant Resources.
  • Another good grant resource page is PSAT's Funding Programs.
  • Pioneers in Conservation. These funds are for salmon recovery projects on agricultural lands in the Puget Sound Basin. The Pioneers in Conservation grants program has been created to provide financial support for salmon recovery projects that lead toward fulfillment of this vision. With funding from the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, and other sources, and with support from the Washington State Conservation Commission, Washington State Dairy Federation, Whatcom County Agriculture Preservation Committee, Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland, and American Farmland Trust, the Pioneers program is seeking applications for matching grants typically ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 for Puget Sound area projects that provide innovative, cost-effective benefits for restoring or protecting salmon habitat and a healthy natural environment on private agricultural lands while complementing and supporting the economic viability of agriculture and strengthening ongoing farm-salmon partnerships. Projects should provide benefits both to the farmer and to the environment by helping the farmer address one or more of the following needs for long-term salmon habitat restoration and protection: Water quality (e.g. filter strips, wetland protections, ponds & swales), In-stream habitat (e.g. woody debris placement, expansion of usable habitat and habitat diversity, innovative ditch maintenance, tide-gate replacement, culvert replacement and fish passage barrier removal),Riparian habitat (e.g. riparian plantings, fencing, livestock crossings), Marine shore lands (e.g. restoration of estuarine habitat), and In-stream flows (e.g. water conservation, water trust acquisitions). The program is intended to demonstrate the innovative, economically-beneficial, and socially-constructive habitat solutions that are possible on agricultural lands, thus helping the farmer participants become “pioneers in conservation.” Applications will be considered in two rounds. The deadline for the first round is 5:00 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2005. The deadline for the second round is 5:00 p.m., Friday, November 4, 2005. Applicants will be notified of decisions within 45 days following their submission deadline. Documents:
  • Acres for America. The Acres for America program was established to provide funding for projects that conserve important habitat for fish, wildlife, and plants through acquisition of interest in real property. The goal of the Acres for America program is to offset the footprint of Wal-Mart’s domestic facilities on at least an acre by acre basis through these acquisitions. Approximately $3.1 million will be available annually for 10 years for conservation investments. Annual pre-proposal deadlines are January 7, May 13, and September 17.
  • 2005 North Olympic Community Salmon Fund awards grants of up to $40,000 to community groups, nonprofits, tribes, and local governments to work with private landowners on habitat protection and restoration projects within the NOPLE area. This "small grant" funding is made possible by a partnering between the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the Salmon Recovery Funding Board and is available only to certain lead entities. Grant proposals for the North Olympic Community Salmon Fund are due on October 11th, 2005. The North Olympic Community Salmon Fund will give preference to projects that address priorities listed in the NOPLE Salmon Habitat Recovery Strategy, and engage groups with histories of successfully implementing restoration projects and working with communities. A 50% match is required. For list of previously funded projects.
  • USFWS Fish Passage Program. Closing Date: Ongoing. Amount: Estimated Total Program Funding: $3,690,000. Expected Number of Awards: 30. Award Ceiling: $3,690,000. Award Floor: $1,000. Eligible Applicants: Unrestricted. The Fish Passage is a voluntary program that reconnects fish species to historic habitats. Project funding is for fish passage restoration by removing or bypassing barriers to fish movement. Primary project types include dam removal, culvert renovation, designing and installing fishways, installing fish screens and barrier inventories to identify additional fish passage mpediments. Proposals requesting between $1,000 and $50,000 are most attractive. There is no required match; however a 50 percent cost-share is highly encouraged. Project ranking criteria include: ecological benefits for federal trust species, minimum costs to the Service for operation and maintenance, permanence of fish passage benefits, current scientific knowledge and proven technology, evidence of the greatest number of partners, longest duration of agreements for operation and maintenance, maximum in matching fund contributions and address objectives outlined in approved management plans. Projects must comply with all applicable federal, state, tribal, and local regulations. For detailed information . Note. It indicates that projects to be done on USFS OR TRIBAL lands will be considered priorities. See section 1.12 F of Fish Passage Program description
  • Patagonia Environmental Grants. Patagonia provides grants to organizations that identify and work on the root causes of environmental problems and that approach issues with a commitment to long-term change. The company looks for programs with a clear agenda for change and a strategic plan for achieving the organization's goals. To apply, organizations must demonstrate a strong base of citizen support. Projects funded also must be action-oriented, build public involvement and support, be strategic, focus on root causes, accomplish specific goals and objectives, takes place in communities in which Patagonia does business. Grant proposals are due on August 31st. For more information, visit: http://www.patagonia.com/enviro/grants_app.shtml
  • Fisheries & Habitat Restoration Partnership Announce Availability of Funding for Local Projects. Ocean Trust and the Community-Based Restoration Program administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Restoration Center are seeking applications for the Fisheries & Habitat Restoration (FHR) Program. The program provides matching financial assistance on a competitive basis to support community-based wetland, riparian, habitat, and coastal living resource restoration projects that build diverse partnerships with the food-producing fishing community and foster local marine resource stewardship through education, restoration, or enhancement activities. Individuals, associations, or companies in fish and seafood production, processing, distribution, retail, food service, or advisory services may apply. Project proposals should describe the need for restoration or enhancement of a proposed habitat or marine resource; the proposed restoration or enhancement activity; potential industry, technical or community partners; and the project's estimated budget and any sources of matching funds or services. In 2005, up to $100,000 of funding will be available on a 1:1 matching basis for restoration projects. Matching funds from applicants may include contributions of non-federal dollars as well as in-kind donations. Projects with proposed funding levels from $5,000 to $20,000 are encouraged. Project proposals must be submitted July 15, 2005. Proposals submitted after July 15 will be considered in a second solicitation period ending November 30, 2005. The complete Request for Proposals and a list of projects supported through this program are available at the Ocean Trust Web site: http://www.oceantrust.org/restoration.htm
  • Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program. The Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program provides technical and financial assistance to private landowners for habitat restoration on their lands. A variety of habitats can be restored to benefit Federal trust species (for example, migratory birds and fish and threatened and endangered species.) Normally the cost share is 50 percent (the Service and the landowner each pay half of the project costs), but the percentage is flexible. Services or labor can qualify for cost-sharing.
    Application Deadline: Open enrollment. http://www.fws.gov/partners/HowToPartner/applying.htm
  • The Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program provides up to 75% cost-sharing for such wildlife habitat enhancement projects as: forage enhancement for threatened wildlife species, restablishment of threatened habitat types, wetland and riparian enhancement and others. Application Deadline: Open enrollment http://www.wa.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/whip/whip.html
  • DNR's Forestry Riparian Easement Program partially compensates eligible small forest landowners in exchange for a 50-year easement on "qualifying timber". This is the timber the landowner is required to leave unharvested as a result of new forest practices rules protecting Washington's forests and fish. Landowners cannot cut or remove the qualifying timber during the easement period. The landowner still owns the property and retains full access, but has "leased" the trees and their associated riparian function to the state. Application Deadline: Open Enrollment http://www.dnr.wa.gov/sflo/frep/
  • FLEP is a federally-funded program, established by the 2002 Farm Bill, that provides education, on-site advice, and cost-share assistance to help non-industrial private forest landowners develop Forest Stewardship Plans and implement a variety of forest stewardship practices on their lands. The cost-share part of the program replaces the former Stewardship Incentive Program (SIP) and Forestry Incentives Program (FIP) which have now been eliminated by Congress. FLEP is separate from, but complementary to, the Forest Stewardship Program. Application Deadline: Open enrollment For more info: 1-888-783-9548, flep@wadnr.gov
  • The Family Forest Fish Passage Program provides 75%-100% of the cost of replacing, repairing or removing fish barriers such as culverts, weirs, dams, spillways and other artificial instream structures. To qualify, you must be a small forest landowner (harvest less than 2 million board feet of timber per year) and have a fish barrier that is on forestland. Application Deadline: June 30, 2006 http://www.dnr.wa.gov/sflo/fffpp/

One more:

Thoughts on marriage:

  • HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO TO MARRY?
    ( 1 ) You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming. Alan, age 10
    ( 2 ) No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you're stuck with. Kirsten, age 10
  • WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE TO GET MARRIED?
    ( 1 ) Twenty-three is the best age because you know the person FOREVER by then. Camille, age 10
    ( 2 ) No age is good to get married at. You got to be a fool to get married. Freddie, age 6 (very wise for his age)
  • HOW CAN A STRANGER TELL IF TWO PEOPLE ARE MARRIED?
    ( 1 ) You might have to guess, based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids. Derrick, age 8
  • WHAT DO YOU THINK YOUR MOM AND DAD HAVE IN COMMON?
    ( 1 ) Both don't want any more kids. Lori, age 8
  • WHAT DO MOST PEOPLE DO ON A DATE?
    ( 1 ) Dates are for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Even boys have something to say if you listen long enough. Lynnette, age 8
    ( 2 ) On the first date, they just tell each other lies and that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second date. Martin, age 10
  • WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON A FIRST DATE THAT WAS TURNING SOUR?
  • ( 1 ) I'd run home and play dead. The next day I would call all the newspapers and make sure they wrote about me in all the dead columns. Craig, age 9
  • WHEN IS IT OKAY TO KISS SOMEONE
    ( 1 ) When they're rich. Pam, age 7
    ( 2 ) The law says you have to be eighteen, so I wouldn't want to mess with that. Curt, age 7
    ( 3 ) The rule goes like this: If you kiss someone, then you should marry them and have kids with them. It's the right thing to do. Howard, age 8
  • IS IT BETTER TO BE SINGLE OR MARRIED?
    ( 1 ) I don't know which is better, but I'll tell you one thing. I'm never going to have sex with my wife. I don't want to be all grossed out.
    Theodore, age 8
    ( 2 ) It's better for girls to be single but not for boys. Boys need someone to clean up after them. Anita, age 9
  • HOW WOULD THE WORLD BE DIFFERENT IF PEOPLE DIDN'T GET MARRIED?
    ( 1 ) There sure would be a lot of kids to explain, wouldn't there? Kelvin, age 8
  • HOW WOULD YOU MAKE A MARRIAGE WORK?
    ( 1 ) Tell your wife that she looks pretty, even if she looks like a truck. Ricky, age 10