Becoming Knowledgeable Stewards of our Watershed Our educational
efforts within the watershed engage both native and foreign
residents. We strive to achieve a broad understanding of how a
watershed works, how the human presence in our valley has
impacted its most important functions, and the positive steps we
can take to ensure the watershed continues to sustain its human,
plant and animal inhabitants. ROW supports practical, hands-on
learning and is actively engaged in demonstrating sustainable
land use practices and strategies that average residents can use
to benefit their land and, in turn, the watershed. Current
educational initiatives include a free monthly newsletter,
Hojita Verde, which is distributed via email and is also
available in print at many local outlets. A brochure explaining
the work of Restoring Our Watershed has also been printed and
widely distributed. Presentations and workshops are given at
local elementary and secondary schools as well as community
events. A scholarship program that e