Backyard Stream Repair Series

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Is your stream getting deeper or wider? Are you losing land every time it rains? If your streambanks are changing rapidly, you’re not alone—and there’s something you can do about it. Join Penn State Extension’s Backyard Stream Repair Series to learn simple, affordable techniques to stabilize your streambank and protect your property. This step-by-step DIY approach is designed for homeowners and landowners, with hands-on guidance, expert insights, and real solutions that make a difference.

EVENT DETAILS

During this multi-session webinar series, participants can interact live with our Penn State experts and ask questions, or watch recordings at their own pace.

WHEN

Tuesdays & Thursdays
March 13-27, 2025
(2:00 PM-3:30 PM ET)

Register By: March 13, 2025
See event fee details.

Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of the full-color manual, Simple Solutions for Your Eroding Backyard Stream (available for U.S. addresses only).

Additionally, attendees will receive an exclusive invitation to future hands-on field workshops, available only to webinar registrants. These workshops will be offered across Pennsylvania, subject to in-person event feasibility and site availability.

Who is this for?

Landowners with a stream on their property
Individuals interested in streambank repair
What will you learn?

Techniques for improving streambank stability and reducing erosion
How to save property from washing away with simple, DIY methods
How to enhance property value through streambank repair
How to create a quieter, more serene environment around your stream
Methods to reduce ongoing maintenance costs like mowing, watering, and fertilizing
How to reduce water pollution through proper stream management
Ways to create habitats for wildlife, including butterflies, hummingbirds, frogs, and dragonflies
Earn Credits

Participants attending the live sessions will be eligible for the following types of credits (pending approval):

Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals (CBLP)
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Landscape Architecture (LA-CES)
Professional Engineer (PDH)
Certificates of attendance are available upon request

Complimentary Publication: Simple Solutions for Backyard Stream Repair

How to Receive Your Publication

Once you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing a unique code for registrants. This email will include instructions on how to obtain your free copy of Simple Solutions for Your Eroding Backyard Stream, including complimentary shipping. Simply follow the instructions to order your publication. If you need any assistance, please contact our Customer Service team at 1-877-345-0691.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
March 13, 2025