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Literature Review of Freshwater Classification Frameworks by The Nature Conservancy, last updated: Mar 10, 2016 10:54 AM: Identifying aquatic ecosystems requires a classification of stream and lake features into recognizable categories. Although a number of nationally recognized terrestrial community classifications exist, currently there is no national or international standard for classifying aquatic communities or ecosystems. Despite the lack of a national aquatic community classification, aquatic ecosystem classifications and frameworks have been developed at a variety of spatial scales to reflect the distribution of aquatic biological communities. This report reviews these freshwater classification frameworks, providing detailed analysis and application examples of taxonomic, environmental, and hydrologic classifications in use within the Appalachian region.

Background Materials: Stream Impacts from Water Withdrawals in the Marcellus Shale Region by Matthew Cimitile, last updated: Mar 09, 2016 11:50 AM

Drivers of landscape change in the Appalachians: Risks by Caroline Dougherty, last updated: Mar 07, 2016 08:06 AM

WCS Climate Adaptation Fund Webinar by Matthew Cimitile, last updated: Mar 03, 2016 10:05 AM: The Wildlife Conservation Society is pleased to announce the next round of grantmaking through the Climate Adaptation Fund. Interested organizations should carefully review the guidelines outlined in the Request for Proposals and the Applicant Guidance Document.

Happy Birthday, National Wildlife Refuge System! by USFWS, last updated: Mar 01, 2016 01:45 PM: Hooray for America’s nature. One big reason it’s there to treasure: the National Wildlife Refuge System, the world’s premier network of public lands devoted to wildlife conservation. The Refuge System turns 113 on March 14.

Announcing Deadlines for Southeast Grants by Open Space Institute, last updated: Feb 22, 2016 01:21 PM: The Open Space Institute is now inviting proposals for two complementary land conservation grant funds in the Southeast: Southern Cumberland Land Protection Fund and Southeast Resilient Landscapes Fund.

Funding Opportunities by Matthew Cimitile, last updated: Feb 17, 2016 05:31 PM: An updated list of funding opportunities for projects pertaining to landscape conservation, climate change, and more.

Water Rights & Wetland Restoration Webinar by Matthew Cimitile, last updated: Feb 17, 2016 02:45 PM: Will share key terminology and the principles behind the Prior Appropriations Doctrine, as well as variations in the laws and water administration in the Western United States.

USDA, Partners to Invest $720 Million in Large-Scale, Targeted Conservation Projects across the Nation by NRCS, last updated: Feb 16, 2016 05:06 PM: Regional Conservation Partnership Program Pools Together $220 Million Investment from USDA, up to $500 Million from Local Partners to Improve Water Quality, Soil Health, Habitat and More