Education
SHARE has two standing committees, made up of members, that focus on education and research opportunities for the restoration of Atlantic salmon habitat in Downeast Maine.
Education Committee
The Education Committee is dedicated to spreading the word about Atlantic salmon issues through public forums such as workshops, river expeditions and public opinion polls. Some topics include: wildlife habitat enhancement, lakeside community development impacts, the endangered species listing, land aquisition and easement opportunities, etc . This is achieved in cooperation with the University of Maine at Machias & Orono, Downeast Salmon Federation, Atlantic Salmon Federation, watershed councils and others. It is through education and outreach that SHARE is able to encourage the processes of thinking, feeling and acting in people to take on the responsibility of stewardship for the watersheds, the Atlantic salmon and ultimately all interactive species, including human inhabitants of watersheds. Participants of this committee are made up of watershed council volunteers and members of Project SHARE but are open to the public.
-Peter Steenstra, Chair
Project SHARE Education Committee Accomplishments:
- Habitat Enhancement Options, coming soon!
- Lands Protection Options Forum, June 21, 2001
- Lands Protection Options Roundtable, May 31, 2001
- Atlantic Salmon Recovery Plan, March 29, 2001
- Acid Rain Conference, November 2000 Atlantic Salmon Workshop, January 16, 1999
Research & Management Committee
Project SHARE Research & Management Accomplishments:
Water Temperature and Withdrawal Studies- this ongoing project has been supported by Project SHARE to identify cold water habitats necessary for salmon survival through the purchase of equipment, such as temperature data loggers, and funding of technicians.
Literature Review- John Moring and Kenneth Finlayson of the University of Maine were hired to review available literature about the relationship of land use activities and Atlantic salmon habitat as well as identify important gaps to identify research needs.
Narraguagus Sub-Watershed Characterization- SHARE provided funding to support the development of an hydrologic assessment of each sub-basin to include maps showing location, % cover of wetlands, erosion potential from elevation modeling, % contribution to the flow of the mainstem, land cover, surficial geology, and important salmon habitats.
Riparian Buffer Zone Methodology- Project SHARE provided funds to the SPO for a Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund grant to carry out the study.
Project SHARE Online Library
As one of the major goals of the Education Committee, providing the public
with a concentrated source of educational materials may ensure that the future
of our mighty salmon will be restored. Please contact the webmaster
if you'd like to contribute to our online library. 