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BETTER LAND...BETTER WATER 18777
n.d.

color 52 min.

Demonstrates six ways to improve your land and water: 1. “How to plug an abandoned well” (10:25). 2. “How to test for soil nitrates” (8:15). 3. “How to plant a tree” (9:45). 4. “How to plant a farmstead windbreak” (8:55). 5. “How to get grasses growing” (7:50). 6. “How to use filter strips” (4:55). VHS VIDEO.

BEYOND DRAINAGE: A NEW APPROACH TO STORMWATER MANAGEMENT  17950
1995 color 9 min.
Explains how stormwater management has expanded to include water quality and flood control in addition to traditional drainage objectives. Provides examples of commonly used stormwater management facilities and pollution prevention practices. Designed for use at public meetings, boards of public works, plan commissions, land use committees, etc. VHS VIDEO, PRINT MATERIALS. 

COMMUNITY WATER EDUCATION FOR YOUTH: FOCUS ON WATERSHEDS  18039
1997 color 120 min.
May 1, 1997 UWEX satellite videoconference intended to support local community efforts to provide public education about priority watershed concerns. Uses a watershed approach to help young people understand interconnections between people, communities and the environment. Features on-site interviews with youth and program managers at eight water education programs around the country. Activities provide an opportunity to plan or evaluate your own local program. VHS VIDEO, FACILITATOR & PARTICIPANT PACKETS. 

CONSERVATION IN THE '90S: MEETING THE WATER QUALITY CHALLENGE  17002
1990 color 19 min.
Using several case studies of Wisconsin farms, shows how growing water quality concerns require many farmers to take a second look at traditional conservation practices with increased emphasis on efficient nutrient and pest management. Primarily intended for rural landowners and operators. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--IT ALL ADDS UP 

CRAYFISH: THE DELICIOUS PEST  16925
1991 color 13 min.
Designed for viewers who have crayfish in their lakes or "a craving" for crayfish. Describes the problems resulting from the expansion of the exotic rusty crayfish into many northern Wisconsin lakes. Illustrates how to trap crayfish and prepare them for the table. VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE. 

EDUCATING YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT WATER: PLANNING FOR FUN AND SUCCESS  17966
1995 color 53 min.
Four modules designed to illustrate key ideas educators can use to improve youth water education in their communities. Features visits to several youth water education projects already in place across the country. Intended to assist community planning teams who want to create an effective water education program that integrates community water issues into youth education. VHS VIDEO, FOUR PROGRAM GUIDES. 

EROSION CONTROL FOR WATER QUALITY PROTECTION  17285
color 25 min.
Stresses the importance of planning for controlling soil erosion during construction. Shows how planning by municipalities, developers, and land owners can reduce erosion and protect water quality. Demonstrates several types of erosion control products. VHS VIDEO. 

FERTILIZERS AND GROUNDWATER QUALITY  16729
1989 color 120 min.
Concentrates on the relationship between fertilizers and preservation of groundwater quality. George Hallberg discusses how the use of fertilizer nitrogen has developed and how it has affected the environment, groundwater in particular. Alfred Blackmer focuses on current research and new technologies which it is hoped can be used to achieve sustainable nutrient management through optimum fertilizer use. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE 

FROM BARNYARD TO FIELD: MANURE MANAGEMENT AND CLEAN WATER 17003
1990 color 17 min.
Covers barnyard runoff controls, manure storage structures and manure spreading plans. Emphasizes the effects of careless manure management on water quality and the economic benefits of improved manure management. Primarily intended for rural landowners and operators. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--IT ALL ADDS UP 

FROM CURB TO STREAM: CLEANING UP OUR URBAN WATERS  17005
1990 color 19 min.
Focuses on urban nonpoint source pollution problems and solutions, including those related to construction site erosion, runoff from paved areas, use of home and lawn chemicals and others. Illustrates community efforts and clean water benefits. Primarily intended for local officials, the construction industry and urban groups including homeowners. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--IT ALL ADDS UP 

FULFILLING THE PROMISE  18010
1996 color 16 min.
An overview of the progress made on cleaning up the Great Lakes and the challenges ahead. Discusses the policy-making bodies who link the states and provinces in support of Great Lakes water quality. VHS VIDEO. 

GROUNDWATER FLOW MODEL 18779
n.d. color 28 min.

Three part video with introduction (2:00) providing an introduction to the use and operation of groundwater flow models.  “Groundwater on the move” (9:58), focuses on the principles involved in groundwater flow.  In “Operation & Maintenance of the Groundwater Flow Model” (14:55), Jim Peterson discusses the use, maintenance and operation of a groundwater flow model.  The final segment (31:05) demonstrates how to build a groundwater flow model. VHS VIDEO, INSTRUCTION MANUAL (20p).


HOW TO ABANDON AN EARTHEN MANURE STORAGE FACILITY 18780
1993 color 13 min.
Demonstrates what’s involved in abandoning an earthen manure storage facility in order to alleviate groundwater and safety concerns when no longer using it. VHS VIDEO.

HOW TO FILL AND SEAL A WELL: PROPER WELL ABANDONMENT TECHNIQUES  17219
1992 color 20 min.
Intended to help the viewer decide how and why to properly abandon a well. Explains how to determine what kind of well you have, as well as different techniques and materials required to properly "abandon" a well. Goal is to enable you to make an informed decision about your well. VHS VIDEO.

IT ALL ADDS UP SERIES color
A video series about nonpoint source water pollution.  Developed to support Priooirty Watershed Program education activities.  Examples of nonpoint source pollution and solutions are drawn from the Milwaukee River Basin and elsewhere in the State. SEE INDIVIDUAL TITLES FOR MORE COMPLETE INFORMATION. 
CONSERVATION IN THE '90S: MEETING THE WATER QUALITY CHALLENGE  17002
FROM BARNYARD TO FIELD: MANURE MANAGEMENT AND CLEAN WATER  17003
FROM CURB TO STREAM: CLEANING UP OUR URBAN WATERS  17005
IT ALL ADDS UP: TAKING ACTION FOR CLEANER WATER  17001
STREAMSIDE PROTECTION: FINISHING THE JOB FOR CLEAN WATER  17004

IT ALL ADDS UP: TAKING ACTION FOR CLEANER WATER  17001
1990 color 22 min.
Provides an overview of nonpoint source pollution - what it is, the problems it causes and how both urban and rural residents can contribute to its solution. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--IT ALL ADDS UP 

LICENSE TO DAM  17341
1992 color 20 min.
Describes the history of hydro-power, its economic and environmental impacts, and how people in Wisconsin are working together to reduce the environmental problems. Appropriate for local government officials, resource managers, reservoir property owners, and school groups. VHS VIDEO.

LINES ON THE LAND: A "HANDS-ON" SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION LEARNING PACKAGE FOR 6TH-8TH GRADERS  17288
1991 color 10 min.
Students learn how and why the lines and patterns on the landscape were made and what they mean to us. Centered around the videotape, the 16 lessons included in the package are activity oriented. VHS VIDEO, LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS, GLOSSARY, BROCHURE. 

THE LIVING SHORE: BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR SHORELAND VEGETATION 18532
1998 color 17 min.
Introduction to the value of shoreland areas.  Visual images illustrate the importance of shorelands and the changes that humans often bring to them.  Travels from wild lakes to urban shores to better understand how our choices effect the lakes around us. VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE.

MANAGEMENT INTENSIVE GRAZING #4: WATER SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FOR GRAZING SYSTEMS

18580
1997 color 11 min.
Part of a series focused on utilizing management intensive grazing practices to reduce the amount of harvested forages required for beef production and for extending the grazing season.  Part 4 demonstrates how to design a successful water system.  Water is the most essential requirement for livestock performance and survival.  An adequate supply of good quality water is critical to the success of any grazing program. VHS VIDEO.

MANAGING PONDS  16924
1991 color 22 min.
Introduces pond management techniques to individuals who own ponds or are interested in pond construction. Describes management of both cold and warmwater fish ponds. Identifies factors to be considered in building and managing a pond. VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE. 

MANURE, WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL RISK  17216
1992 color 90 min.
Watershed regulations in county and state are impacting dairy farmers' current operations and future plans. This program focuses on how the dairy farmer can prepare, present and manage his position, as well as how he can manage nutrients properly and safely. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--DAIRY-LIVE 

PARTNERSHIPS FOR WATERSHEDS 18015 
1995 color 13 min.
Intended for groups and individuals interested in addressing watershed concerns using a voluntary approach. Describes watersheds and includes comments from individuals who have been involved in partnerships for watersheds. VHS VIDEO.

RAIN GARDEN EDUCATORS' KIT 18709
2004 color
Designed for use by educators who conduct programs on the value of rain gardens and how to build them. Contains a CD with three PowerPoint presentations and a digital photo library of rain gardens, installation, figures and stormwater issues, along with other program materials. CD-ROM.

RIVERS, RIBBONS OF LIFE: UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING THE RIVER ENVIRONMENT 18533
2000 color 22 min.
Illustrates the importance of land use and land management along rivers and within their watershed.  By protecting natural vegetation along rivers and making wise land use decisions, we can ensure healthy rivers today and in the future. VHS VIDEO.

RUNNING A RIVER: THE WISCONSIN  15777
1986 color 29 min.
Explores the diverse activities along one of Wisconsin's great natural resources. Portrays many aspects of the Wisconsin River, from its history, to its management for flood control and use by industries, to its use as a wildlife habitat and recreation area. VHS VIDEO.

SHORELAND RESTORATION: A GROWING SOLUTION  18534
2001 color 16 min.
Provides basic step-by-step instructions for restoring native vegetation along shoreland areas. VHS VIDEO, INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE.

STOP THE INVASION 18111
1993 color 25 min.
Intended to stimulate understanding of why exotic species are a major environmental problem in public waters, how some of the major exotic species impact the environment and how people working together can stop the spread of exotic species. VHS VIDEO, HANDBOOK "Exotic Species Problems / Public Education Solutions." 

STORMWATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AT QUARRY SITES  18182
1997 color 5 min.
Focuses on measures recommended to protect water quality at a quarry site.  Covers stormwater, aggregate wash water, etc. VHS VIDEO. 

STREAMSIDE PROTECTION: FINISHING THE JOB FOR CLEAN WATER  17004
1990 color 14 min.
Illustrates the water quality, wildlife and aesthetic values of stream corridors. Includes case studies of rural landowners who have adopted streambank protection measures and the assistance they have received. Primarily intended for rural landowners and conservation/environmental groups. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series--IT ALL ADDS UP 

A STRING OF PEARLS 18745
2004 color 47 min.
Examines twelve estuaries along Wisconsin’s northern coastline on Lake Superior. An individual knowledgeable about each estuary offers their perspective on what makes that particular estuary both important and unique. VHS VIDEO.

A TALE OF TWO LAKES  17399
1992 color 18 min.
The story of the development of two neighboring lakes in northern Wisconsin. North Fish Lake is home to a small, traditional family resort, while the land around Mills Lake has been subdivided and is home to hundreds of people and several resorts and restaurants. Focuses on issues of land use and environmental planning facing recreational areas in northern Wisconsin. Emphasizes the need to determine a long-term vision of what we'd like the lakes to be. VHS VIDEO. 

WATER AND FENCING SYSTEMS FOR STREAMBANK PROTECTION  16983
1990 color 18 min.
An overview of water and fencing systems that protect streambanks from livestock damage and pollution. VHS VIDEO. 

WATER BUGS  17980
1996 color 19 min.
Describes sampling methods, taxonomy and life histories of most major groups of aquatic insects. Designed to help students understand aquatic ecosystems, and relationships with terrestial ecosystems. Teachers and environmental educators can use independently or to support various water curricular materials. VHS VIDEO, PROGRAM GUIDE 

WETLANDS - THE LAND AND WATER CONNECTION (VIDEO FORMAT)  17604
1993 color 12 min.
Describes different types of wetlands, and the wildlife and plants found in each in Wisconsin. Discusses water quality and flood control benefits of wetlands, along with land use activities that can either damage or protect wetlands. Viewers are invited to investigate wetlands and discover their wonder. **Slide format also available #17558.** VHS VIDEO. 

WETLANDS - THE LAND AND WATER CONNECTION (SLIDE FORMAT) 17558
1993 color 13 min.
Describes different types of wetlands and the wildlife and plants found in each in Wisconsin. Discusses water quality and flood control benefits of wetlands, along with land use activities that can either damage or protect wetlands. Viewers are invited to investigate wetlands and discover their wonder. **Video format also available #17604.** 72 SLIDES, SCRIPT, "WETLANDS, WONDERLANDS" BROCHURE, DNR PUBLICATIONS LIST, CASSETTE. 

WISCONSIN'S GROUND WATER (SLIDE FORMAT)  16044
1983 color 14 min.
General information on the quantity and quality of our ground water. Produced by Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. **Video Version also available #16422. NOT the same as the Ag. Journalism video #16046 described below.** 69 SLIDES, SCRIPT, "GROUNDWATER - WISCONSIN'S BURIED TREASURE", CASSETTE. 

WISCONSIN'S GROUND WATER (VIDEO FORMAT)  16422 
1983 color 14 min.
General information on the quantity and quality of our ground water. Produced by Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. **Slide version also available #16044. NOT the same as the Ag. Journalism video production #16046 described below.** VHS VIDEO. 

WISCONSIN'S GROUNDWATER  16046
1984 color 26 min.
What groundwater is, how it moves, and which of our activities degrade water quality. Highlights the necessity of good resource management through interviews with people whose drinking water has been contaminated with hazardous chemicals. Produced by UW Dept. of Ag. Journalism. **NOT the same as the Geological and Natural History slide and video programs of the same title, #16044 & #16422.** VHS VIDEO.