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  E-News   August 2009 
A monthly Update from the Water Resources Education Network
a project of the League of Women Voters of PA - Citizen Education Fund 
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In this issue
August Feature is Posted
WREN Conference info posted
REAP Applications Due
Popular Pubs Reprinted
WREN Offers Opportunity Grants
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August WREN Feature - American Water Works Company Awards Environmental Grants  Congratulations to the nine Pennsylvania groups that were awarded grants through the American Water Works Environmental Grants program.
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WREN Conference Info Posted

Did you miss the WREN meeting for local projects this year?  Most of the presentations, speakers bios and contact info is now available on the WREN Resources page
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REAP Applications Due -  The Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP)  program is accepting applications for the 2009-2010 year.  REAP allows farmers and businesses  to earn  tax credits in exchange for "Best Management Practices" (BMPs) on agricultural operations  that will enhance farm production and protect natural resources.  Program guidelines and application forms are available at the REAP website.
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Popular Pubs Reprinted
WREN has reprinted Groundwater: A Primer for Pennsylvanians and Taking Care of Stormwater; A Bayscapes Guide
The Groundwater Primer can be ordered from the WREN Resource Center
Taking Care of Stormwater can be ordered from the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay
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 WREN Opportunity  Grants
WREN  has Opportunity Grants available, small grants to community groups to carry out local watershed education projects.  Projects must be completed by September 30.    Maximum funding per project is $300. Learn more at wren.palwv.org/grants
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