Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1001 - Backyard Streams | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1001.1) | 15 |
Number of individuals who planned to apply what they learned from this program to address water issues |
| 1001.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who applied what they learned from this program to address water issues |
| 1001.3) | 0 |
Number of individuals who planned to implement at least one best practice to protect stream banks and stream buffer zones |
| 1001.4) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported implementing at least one best practice to protect stream banks and stream buffer zones |
| 1001.5) | 0 |
Number of those who planted native species in their stream buffer zones after participating in this program |
| 1001.6) | 0 |
Number of those who shared information from this program with at least one other individual |
| 1001.7) | 0 |
Number of those who reported going beyond the program to learn more about best practices to protect and/or conserve water resources |
Author: Amy Aldenderfer
Major Program: Backyard Streams
Kentucky has over 90,000 miles of streams and rivers. Many citizens have streams flowing through their property, some in their backyards. Many streams are subject to “urban stream syndrome” which can lead to increased flooding and scoured stream banks. Homeowners are often challenged by how to “manage” a backyard stream. Stream bank erosion, invasive plants, and lack of wildlife habitat are often problems for backyard stream owners. It is important for all Kentucky citize
