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Natural Channel Design, Inc. workshops are based the geomorphic approach initiated by Luna Leopold and others in the USGS and includes the stream classification and assessment techniques developed by David Rosgen of Wildland Hydrology. The workshops also integrates the more traditional engineering and hydraulic concepts into the geomorphic principles as appropriate. While many of the course's concepts apply to natural channels across the country, these workshops rely on the instructors' specific research experience in the river systems of Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. Workshops includes classroom lectures and hands-on field training.

 Class sizes are limited to 25 persons to increase the “hands on” nature of the training. The courses are designed to provide participants with the understanding and tools to make accurate, consistent stream inventory, assessments, and designs as part of their duties. Classroom instruction includes applied exercises in characterizing and assessing natural channels. Field time includes hands-on experience with all field measurements.

In addition to the courses offered in Flagstaff, Az, we can also travel and hold workshops in your area.  For more information, contact tom@naturalchanneldesign.com

For more information on specific courses, click on a link below

             

 

l. Geomorphic Processes of Natural Channels in the Arid Southwest

Instructor: Tom Moody, P.E.


A 5 day workshop designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of fluvial and geomorphic processes in the arid southwest. The course includes classroom lecture and hands-on field experience. Subjects include channel and floodplain morphology, field identification of bankfull stage, basic field survey techniques, and natural channel classification. An introduction to stream assessment and geomorphic/bioengineering design will be included.

Prerequisite:   Basic Surveying Skills

Cost: $850

Dates: 

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September 22 - 26

 

 

                

                                    


     


II. Inventory and Assessment of Natural Channels

Instructor: Tom Moody, P.E.

A 5 day workshop designed to introduce participants to the principals and practices for inventory and assessment of natural channels in the arid southwest. The course includes classroom lecture and hands-on field experience. Subjects include natural channel classification, channel stability assessments, bank erodibility, riparian vegetation inventory, impacts analysis, and reference condition. A basic understanding of the geomorphic processes of natural channels is necessary to prepare participants for this workshop. This workshop will be held along the Little Colorado River in Springerville, Arizona.

Prerequisite:   "Geomorphic Processes of Natural Channels in the arid Southwest" or equivalent

Cost: $850                              

Dates:   

bulletOctober 6-10, 2008

                 

 

 
      
 
 
 
 
 


    

 

 

 

 

 

 

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