{"id":69146,"date":"2026-06-16T16:20:22","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T16:20:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aaes.auburn.edu\/wrc\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=69146"},"modified":"2026-06-25T15:33:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T15:33:15","slug":"backyard-stream-repair-101-workshop","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/aaes.auburn.edu\/wrc\/event\/backyard-stream-repair-101-workshop\/","title":{"rendered":"Backyard Stream Repair 101 Workshop"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Register here!<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n

Wednesday August 19, 2026<\/strong> | 9:00am-3:00pm<\/p>\n

City of Opelika Public Library | <\/strong>1100 Glenn St, Opelika, AL 36801<\/em><\/p>\n

Hosted by<\/u>: Auburn University Water Resources Center + Partners<\/p>\n

Led by<\/u>: David Bidelspach, RiverSHARED<\/a>, Five Smooth Stones Restoration<\/a> + Mike Akin, Creekline Trails of Opelika<\/a><\/p>\n

Workshop description<\/strong>: Is your property near a creek or small stream? After heavy rain, do you notice bank slumping, exposed roots, widening channels, or muddy water? This beginner-friendly workshop will teach homeowners and concerned neighbors how small-scale streambank erosion happens and what practical, nature-based repair approaches you can use to help protect your land and support cleaner water. Whether you\u2019re seeing early signs of erosion or planning improvements, this workshop is your starting point for making informed, responsible choices. This workshop is held for participants across Alabama, with examples and discussion tailored to local conditions. No prior experience required, open to the public.<\/p>\n

Participants will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n