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  • Managing Kentucky Watersheds
    Host: Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
     
    Guest: Michaela Lambert, Nonpoint Source and Basin Team Supervisor, Watershed Managment Branch, KY Division of Water

     

    Episode 36: Managing Kentucky Watersheds

    In this episode, Amanda and Michaela discuss what a watershed is, how Kentucky's watersheds are managed, and how programs work together to put water quality protections on the ground.

    Episode Transcript: See show notes here.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about Kentucky watersheds and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Watersheds: https://soilandwater.mgcafe.uky.edu/watersheds

    Kentucky Division of Water: https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Water/Pages/default.aspx

    Kentucky's river basins: https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Water/Outreach/BasinCoordination/Pages/default.aspx

    Kentucky's Nonpoint Source/Section 319 Grant Program: https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Water/Protection/Pages/Section-319(h)-Grant-Program-Funding.aspx

    28 min
  • Reboot
    Hosts: Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

     

    Episode 35: It's Back!

    In this episode, Amanda invites you back to KYH2O in it's revised format.

    Episode Transcript: See show notes here.

    3 min
  • Scuba in KY?! Part 3 of 3
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest:  Lou Hirsch, Ph.D., Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology, Plant Pathology Department, University of Kentucky & Brian Volland, Agriculture Communications Specialist, University of Kentucky.

    Episode 34: Scuba in KY?! Part 3 of 3

    In this episode, Amanda joins Lou Hirsch to wrap up their discussion on scuba and some of the ecological aspects of underwater environments that scuba can reveal. They also discuss the value of outdoor recreation and getting to know nature first hand. Explore some of our additional resources for ideas on outdoor recreation.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about scuba in Kentucky and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • Outdoor Recreation Guidelines During Coronavirus Outbreak (CDC)
  • University of Kentucky Outdoor Pursuits
  • Socially Distancing Responsibly in the Outdoors (NOLS)
  • What Coronavirus Means for Outdoor Recreation (American Trails)

    • Videos

    • Pennyroyal Scuba Blue Springs Resort (KET)
  • Learn to Scuba (PADI)
  • Advanced Open Water Diver Course (PADI)

    • Websites

    • Laurel Lake (KY Tourism)
  • Dale Hollow Lake (KY Tourism)
  • Diving at the Outer Banks
  • New Horizons Diving
  • Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)
  • Discover Scuba at University of Kentucky
  • UK KHP Life Fitness Program (with link to scuba program)

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    Photo Credits: New Horizons Diving and Emily Talbot

    16 min
  • Scuba in KY?! Part 2 of 3
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest:  Lou Hirsch, Ph.D., Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology, Plant Pathology Department, University of Kentucky & Brian Volland, Agriculture Communications Specialist, University of Kentucky.

    Episode 33: Scuba in KY?! Part 2 of 3

    In this episode, Amanda joins Lou Hirsch to continue their discussion on the unexpected opportunities for scuba in Kentucky.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about scuba in Kentucky and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • An Abandoned Marine Quarry: A Unique Resource for Aquaculture
  • Freshwater Jellyfish
  • Bluegill Species Profile
  • Kentucky Fish Poster

    • Videos

    • Pennyroyal Scuba Blue Springs Resort (KET)
  • Learn to Scuba (PADI)
  • Advanced Open Water Diver Course (PADI)

    • Websites

    • Laurel Lake (KY Tourism)
  • Dale Hollow Lake (KY Tourism)
  • Diving at the Outer Banks
  • New Horizons Diving
  • Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)
  • Discover Scuba at University of Kentucky
  • UK KHP Life Fitness Program (with link to scuba program)

    •  

    Photo Credits: New Horizons Diving and Emily Talbot

    11 min
  • Scuba in KY?! Part 1 of 3
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guests: Lou Hirsch, Ph.D., Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology, Plant Pathology Department, University of Kentucky & Brian Volland, Agriculture Communications Specialist, University of Kentucky.

    Episode 32: Scuba in KY?! Part 1 of 3

    In this episode, Amanda joins Lou and Brian to discuss the unexpected opportunities for scuba in Kentucky.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about scuba in Kentucky and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • An Abandoned Marine Quarry: A Unique Resource for Aquaculture
  • Freshwater Jellyfish
  • Bluegill Species Profile
  • Kentucky Fish Poster

    • Videos

    • Pennyroyal Scuba Blue Springs Resort (KET)
  • Learn to Scuba (PADI)
  • Advanced Open Water Diver Course (PADI)

    • Websites

    • New Horizons Diving
  • Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)
  • Discover Scuba at University of Kentucky
  • UK KHP Life Fitness Program (with link to scuba program)

    •  

    Photo Credits: New Horizons Diving and Emily Talbot

    18 min
  • Watershed Planning
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest: Dale Booth, Nonpoint Source and Basin Team Section, Kentucky Division of Water

    Episode 31: Watershed Planning

    In this episode, Amanda joins Dale Booth in a discussion of watershed planning. Amanda and Dale discuss the challenges of addressing nonpoint source pollution issues across the diversity of land-uses in our Kentucky watersheds.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about watershed planning and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • What is a Watershed? (HENV-204) (University of Kentucky) 
  • Understanding and Protecting Kentucky's Watersheds (HENV-206) (University of Kentucky)
  • Kentucky Water Health Guide (KDOW)
  • Watershed Planning Guidebook for Kentucky Communities (Kentucky Waterways Alliance & KDOW)
  • Reducing Stormwater Pollution (AEN-106) (University of Kentucky)
  • Pasture Feeding, Streamside Grazing, and the Kentucky Agriculture Water Quality Plan (AEN-105) (University of Kentucky)
  • Nutrient Management Concepts for Livestock Producers (AEN-113) (University of Kentucky)

    • Videos

    • Heartland to Gulf: Farmers Helping Fisheries (University of Kentucky)
  • KY Agriculture Water Quality Act - Sherwood Acres Farm (University of Kentucky)
  • Backyard Streams - Gardenside Park (University of Kentucky)

    • Websites

    • Kentucky Water Health Portal
  • Watershed Watch in Kentucky
  • Kentucky Division of Water- Basin Coordination

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    22 min
  • Project WET
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest: Dale Booth, Nonpoint Source and Basin Team Section, Kentucky Division of Water

    Episode 30: Project WET

    In this episode, Amanda joins Dale Booth in a discussion of Project WET and other educational curricula for water and natural resource professionals that serve as non-formal educators.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about environmental education resources for non-formal educators and other topics that we discussed in this episode?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • Understanding and Protecting Kentucky's Watersheds (HENV-206) (University of Kentucky)
  • Living Along a Kentucky Stream (IP-73) (University of Kentucky)
  • Stormwater (HENV-203) (University of Kentucky)
  • Planting Along Your Stream, Pond, or Lake (HENV-202) (University of Kentucky)
  • Central Kentucky Backyard Stream Guide (ID-242) (University of Kentucky)
  • Aquatic Macroinvertebrates: Biological Indicators of Stream Health (ID-228) (University of Kentucky)

    • Videos

    • What is Water Education and How Does it Impact the World's Water? (Project WET)
  • Water Literacy: Project WET's Seven Essential Principles (Project WET)
  • The Incredible Journey- A Project WET Activity (Project WET)

    • Websites

    • Project WET Foundation
  • Project WET- Kentucky
  • Kentucky Association of Environmental Educators (KAEE)
  • Backyard Streams (University of Kentucky)
    • 19 min
  • Nutrient Management in Lawn Care
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest: Travis Shaddox, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Plant and Soil Sciences Department, University of Kentucky

    Episode 29: Nutrient Management in Lawn Care

    In this episode, Amanda joins Travis Shaddox in a discussion about goals and management options in home lawn care. They explore the roles that lawn nutrient management and appropriate fertilization play in protecting water quality.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about nutrient management in lawn care?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • Improved Turfgrass Varieties Can Reduce Your Environmental Impact (AGR-241) (University of Kentucky)
  • Selecting the Right Grass for Your Kentucky Lawn (AGR-52) (University of Kentucky)
  • Calibrating Boom Sprayers for Turf Applications (AGR-239) (University of Kentucky)
  • Water Quality and Nutrient Management at Home (HENV-402) (University of Kentucky)
  • Fertilizing Your Lawn (AGR-212) (University of Kentucky)
  • Soil Testing: What it is and What it Does (AGR-57) (University of Kentucky)
  • 2018-2019 Lime and Fertilizer Recommendations (AGR-1) (University of Kentucky)

    • Videos

    • Maintaining a Healthy Residential Turf Through Best Management Practices (University of Kentucky)
  • Soil Testing and Fertilizers for Home Lawns (University of Kentucky)
  • Organic Lawn Fertilizers (University of Kentucky)

    • Websites

    • Turfgrass Science (Main Page) (University of Kentucky)
  • Turfgrass Science (Home Lawns) (University of Kentucky)
  • UK Turf YouTube (University of Kentucky)
    • 19 min
  • The Artistry of Water
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest: Lynn Winter, local artist, chef, water/nature enthusiast, and Lexington resident

    Episode 28: The Artistry of Water

    In this episode, Amanda joins Lynn Winter in a conversation discussing the interplay between water and art. They explore topics including the cultural value of water, water inspired art, urban foraging, riparian buffers, and stream restoration.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about water resources, riparian area/stream restoration, and art?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • Ecosystem Services of Landscape Plants (University of Kentucky)
  • Restoring Streams (University of Kentucky)
  • Planting a Riparian Buffer (University of Kentucky)

    • Videos

    • Restoring Vaughn's Branch Creek at The University of Kentucky (University of Kentucky)
  • Restoring Vaughn's Branch Creek- UPDATE (University of Kentucky)
  • Insights into Communicating with Stakeholders about Water and Climate in Kentucky (University of Kentucky)

    • Websites

    • Paint by Nature
  • Arts Connect
  • The Pocket Nursery
  • Trees Lexington
    • 27 min
  • Green Lawn Care Calendar
    Hosts: Carmen Agouridis, Ph.D., P.E., M.P.P., Extension Associate Professor, Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Kentucky and Amanda Gumbert, Ph.D., Extension Specialist for Water Quality, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Guest: Gregg Munshaw, Ph.D., Extension Turf Specialist, Plant and Soil Science Department, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

    Episode 27: Green Lawn Care Calendar

    In this episode, Amanda joins Gregg Munshaw, Ph.D., an Extension Specialist for Turf Grass with the University of Kentucky Department of Plant and Soil Science in a conversation discussing year-round lawn care and ways to reduce nutrient runoff from lawns.

    Episode Transcript: Click here to access the episode transcript which includes links.

    Explore More: Want to learn more about year-round lawn care and ways to reduce nutrient runoff from lawns?

    Extension Publications/Resources

    • Fertilizing Your Lawn (AGR-212) (University of Kentucky)
  • Mowing Your Kentucky Lawn (AGR-209) (University of Kentucky)
  • Renovating Your Lawn (AGR-51) (University of Kentucky)
  • Selecting the Right Grass for Your Kentucky Lawn (AGR-52) (University of Kentucky)
  • Turf Care Calendar for Cool-Season Lawns in Kentucky (AGR-55) (University of Kentucky)
  • Weed Control for Kentucky Home Lawns (AGR-208) (University of Kentucky)
  • Water Quality and Nutrient Management at Home (HENV-402) (University of Kentucky)

    • Videos

    • Soil Testing and Fertilizers for Home Lawns (University of Kentucky)
  • Blade Sharpening (University of Kentucky)
  • Seasonal Lawn Mower Maintenance (University of Kentucky)
  • Daily Mower Maintenance and Cutting Heights (University of Kentucky)
  • Mulching Tree Leaves for a Better Lawn (University of Kentucky)
  • Lawn Renovation (University of Kentucky)

    • Websites

    • Turfgrass Science (Main Page) (University of Kentucky)
  • Turfgrass Science (Home Lawns) (University of Kentucky)
  • UK Turf YouTube (University of Kentucky)
    • 22 min

About KYH2O

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Welcome to KYH2O, a podcast that takes a deep dive into the heart of Kentucky's waterways. Hosted by Extension Specialist Dr. Amanda Gumbert and produced by the University of Kentucky Department of…