Rain, Drains, & Bioswales

About Rain, Drains, & Bioswales

The Tippecanoe County Partnership for Water Quality (TCPWQ) presents Rains, Drains, and Bioswales: A Stormwater Podcast. Show host and stormwater educator, Amanda Estes, highlights water, sewer, and stormwater projects, ways to improve water quality, and people that get things done in our community! https://twitter.com/TippecanoeWater

Publisher

Amanda Estes

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Feb 2023

Latest episode

31 Jul 2024

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Jul 2024

   Kyle Gebhart, Celery Bog Naturalist

   Meet Kyle Gebhart, bird enthusiast and West Lafayette Park Naturalist for the Celery Bog Nature Area and Lilly Nature Center. Kyle hails from Ohio and has had an exciting journey to his current position. Check out this episode to learn about: the history of the Celery Bog how wetlands improve water quality fun programs Kyle leads in West Lafayette camp and park improvements places on his travel bucket list advice for people heading into the conservation field --Resources-- Celery Bog Virtual Field Trip (purdue.edu) (https://ag.purdue.edu/department/agry/lab-sites/virtual-field-trips/celery-bog.html) Why are Wetlands Important? | US EPA (https://www.epa.gov/wetlands/why-are-wetlands-important) Wetlands and Water Quality:  WQ-10 (purdue.edu) (https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/wq/wq-10.html) Lilly Nature Center & Celery Bog Nature Area | West Lafayette, IN (https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/our-city/lilly-nature-center) Register for Kyle’s programs or others offered by WL Parks & Rec under the yellow programs tab:  Catalog - City of West Lafayette Parks & Recreation (rec1.com) (https://secure.rec1.com/IN/west-lafayette-in-parks-and-recreation/catalog)

2. 

   22 May 2024

   Championing Conservation with the AmeriCorps Crew

   "It's one thing I like about volunteering...as much as you give, you're getting back from the community." In this episode, I talk with the AmeriCorps Conservation Crew from the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department: Larry Lomax, Clara Lotz, Miles Romans, and Esme Gonzalez! Discover the inspiring work this dedicated team is doing to enhance our local parks, engage with the community, and promote environmental stewardship. From ongoing projects to personal development, the crew shares their goals, challenges, and success stories. Learn how you can get involved and support their efforts to make West Lafayette a greener, more sustainable place. Links and Resources: West Lafayette Parks and Recreation AmeriCorps Program: ⁠https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/government/parks-recreation/community-forestry-and-greenspace/americorps⁠ (https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/government/parks-recreation/community-forestry-and-greenspace/americorps) Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan: https://greaterlafayetteind.com/climate-action-plan/ (https://greaterlafayetteind.com/climate-action-plan/) West Lafayette Forestry Management Plan: https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/2130/638381402318900000 (https://www.westlafayette.in.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/2130/638381402318900000) AmeriCorps: https://americorps.gov/ (https://americorps.gov/) Volunteer Opportunities: https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/tict-2#:~:text=Upcoming%20Invasive%20Species%20Events (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/tict-2#:~:text=Upcoming%20Invasive%20Species%20Events) Foraging Books: https://www.foragersharvest.com/sams-books.html (https://www.foragersharvest.com/sams-books.html) Music League: https://musicleague.com/ (https://musicleague.com/) Connect with Us: Follow us on Instagram: @TippecanoeWater Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcpwq/ (https://www.facebook.com/tcpwq/) Follow our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Tune in to hear firsthand from the AmeriCorps Conservation Crew and be inspired to take action in our community! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

3. 

   1 Nov 2023

   Invasives Are a Drag with Amber Slaughterbeck

   Join us for an engaging conversation with Amber Slaughterbeck, our Regional Specialist with the State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM). Amber takes us on a journey into the world of invasive species, sharing her passion and expertise in managing these ecological invaders. In this episode, we explore Amber's background, her inspiring career journey, and the critical role she plays in combating invasive species in Indiana. She breaks down what makes a species invasive and why we should all be concerned about them. Amber shines a spotlight on problematic invasive species in the region, shedding light on their ecological and economic impacts. Discover what you can do to help prevent the spread of these invaders and contribute to their demise. Amber shares exciting projects and initiatives she's involved in, providing insight into the challenges she faces and successes in the field. She also offers valuable resources for those eager to learn more about invasive species. Tune in for an informative and motivating conversation with Amber, an inspiring champion in the fight against invasive species. –Show Notes– State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (https://www.sicim.info/about)(SICIM) Landowner Toolkit — State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (https://www.sicim.info/landowner-toolkit) Native Plant Books:   Wildflower Books (https://wildflowerbooksbydan.com/) by Dan Childs Find Your Regional Specialist - State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (https://www.sicim.info/cisma-project) Runnin' & Wranglin' 5K Fun Run/Walk (https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=138941) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

4. 

   27 Sept 2023

   A Splash of Insight: Stormwater Pros Unplugged

   Join us for a lively stormwater journey as we catch up with incredible professionals at the annual Indiana Association of Floodplain and Stormwater Management (INAFSM) conference. In these quick and candid interviews, we discover what drives these experts in the world of stormwater, why they keep returning to INAFSM, and what excites them in their current roles. Get ready for some short but sweet insights from: Karan Barnhill, Stormwater Coordinator/Inspector, City of Evansville Greg Couch, Stormwater Team Lead, MS4 Coordinator at Indiana Department of Transportation Tim Stottlemyer, Stormwater Infrastructure Consultant, AQUALIS Jacob Barker, Project Manager in Environmental Services Group, Wessler Engineering Austin Wiesler, Stormwater Technician, Lafayette Renew Michael Susong (aka Mr. Goldstar), Stormwater Division Manager, Town of Zionsville Doug Wolf, retired Soil Scientist & Stormwater Specialist, Indiana Department of Environmental Management and Indiana Department of Natural Resources Tune in and enjoy these quick snippets of wisdom from the stormwater pros! –Show Notes– INAFSM (https://www.inafsm.net/) Karan Barnhill - Stormwater Coordinator/Inspector, City of Evansville (https://www.evansvillegov.org/egov/apps/staff/directory.egov?view=detail;id=25) Greg Couch - Stormwater Team Lead, MS4 Coordinator at Indiana Department of Transportation (https://www.in.gov/indot/engineering/files/EWPOStaffingMap.pdf) Tim Stottlemyer - Stormwater Infrastructure Consultant, AQUALIS (https://www.aqualisco.com/) Jacob Barker - Project Manager in Environmental Services Group, Wessler Engineering (https://www.wesslerengineering.com/) Austin Wiesler - Stormwater Technician, Lafayette Renew (https://www.lafayette.in.gov/329/Lafayette-Renew) Michael Susong - Stormwater Division Manager, Town of Zionsville (https://www.zionsville-in.gov/directory.aspx?EID=259) Doug Wolf - retired Soil Scientist & Stormwater Specialist, Indiana Department of Environmental Management and Indiana Department of Natural Resources --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

5. 

   9 Aug 2023

   Interpretive Naturalist, Jenna Parks Freeman

   Jenna Parks Freeman, Interpretive Naturalist at Prophetstown State Park, shares about her daily adventures with park guests and critters, the history of the park, and the exceptional experiences people who visit can have. Prophetstown is located where the Tippecanoe River meets the Wabash River. The park’s landscape has been shaped by glaciers, water, fire, and humans that maintained the tallgrass prairie. Native American people lived along the two rivers for thousands of years. Listen for an inspiring journey through Jenna’s eyes and the captivating landscape of Prophetstown State Park. –Show Notes– TICT (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/tict-2)-Tippecanoe Invasive Cooperative Taskforce Prophetstown State Park (https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/prophetstown-state-park/) Home | Farm at Prophetstown (http://prophetstown.org/#sthash.aMqg7UxE.nwDLD3dW.dpbs) Gene Stratton-Porter (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gene_Stratton-Porter) World Rivers Day (https://worldriversday.com/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

6. 

   26 Jul 2023

   Greening the Future: Interns in the Spotlight

   In this episode of the stormwater podcast, we sit down with five exceptional interns from Lafayette Renew's Stormwater Department! These hard-working and bright individuals bring enthusiasm and creative thinking to their work. Join us as they share their backgrounds, the reasons that brought them to this internship, and the specific projects they've been working on this summer. Discover how their experiences have deepened their understanding of stormwater management and environmental conservation. They candidly discuss the challenges they've faced and how they overcame them, along with the valuable lessons and skills they've gained during their time at Renew. Listen in as they discuss critical issues and challenges related to stormwater management and their visions for contributing to future solutions. Don't miss their valuable advice for other students and young professionals interested in pursuing internships or careers in stormwater management or environmental sciences. This episode is packed with valuable insights and stories you won't want to miss. Tune in for a fun interview with Lafayette Renew's outstanding interns, who have made a significant impact in the world of stormwater management! –Show Notes– Environmental and Ecological Engineering - Purdue University (https://engineering.purdue.edu/EEE) Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) - Purdue University (https://www.purdue.edu/inltap/training/index.php) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

7. 

   21 Jun 2023

   The Voice of Riverfest, Gene Hatke

   Get ready for an exciting episode of our podcast as we dive into the vibrant celebration of Wabash Riverfest! This event is all about honoring the mighty Wabash River and its importance to our Greater Lafayette community. We'll explore the fantastic initiatives by WREC to develop the riverfront and enhance the river's overall quality. Join us at Riverfest to experience an array of organizations sharing valuable information and educating everyone on their efforts to improve our community. It's like one big party dedicated to the river! Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 8, from 9 am to 4 pm at Tapawingo Park in West Lafayette, right by the beautiful Wabash River. In this episode, we have a special guest, Gene Hatke, the Voice of Riverfest. Gene has been a crucial part of Riverfest since its inception and serves as an invaluable committee member. In our interview, Gene shares fascinating insights into the event's origins, its evolution, historical significance, and his vision for Riverfest's future. You won't want to miss this delightful conversation with Gene, a true treasure in our community. –Show Notes– Wabash Riverfest - www.wabashriverfest.com (http://www.wabashriverfest.com) Volunteer (https://wabashriverfest.com/volunteer/) Schedule (https://wabashriverfest.com/schedule/) Waterdrop 5K Run (https://wabashriverfest.com/5krun/) NICHES Float Trip (https://wabashriverfest.com/nichesfloattrip/) River Drawing Class (https://wabashriverfest.com/river-drawing-class/) Songwriters Association of Mid-North Indiana (SAMI) (http://www.samisong.com/) Tunnel to Towers Foundation (https://t2t.org/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

8. 

   10 May 2023

   Meet Climate Resiliency & Sustainability Officer, Halee Griffey

   Halee Griffey is the Climate Resiliency & Sustainability Officer for the City of West Lafayette. In this episode, she discusses the Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan, the upcoming Green Expo, and actionable steps towards climate resilience. Halee's passion for sustainability and service is inspiring! –Show Notes– Halee Griffey - hgriffey@westlafayette.in.gov Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan - https://greaterlafayetteind.com/climate-action-plan/ (https://greaterlafayetteind.com/climate-action-plan/) Green Expo - Sunday, June 25 from 12 - 4 pm at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds Solar United Neighbors - https://www.solarunitedneighbors.org/ (https://www.solarunitedneighbors.org/) Solar Co-op Kick-off Event - May 17 at 2:30 pm - Watch for the Livestream! Eleventh House - https://www.lafayettelikesthisplace.com/ (https://www.lafayettelikesthisplace.com/) Von’s - https://www.vonsshops.com/ (https://www.vonsshops.com/) Millie’s Thrift Store -  101 Plaza Ln, Lafayette, IN 47909 Phone Case Recycling Program - https://www.casetify.com/sustainability (https://www.casetify.com/sustainability) Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandamestes/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandamestes/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

9. 

   26 Apr 2023

   Lafayette Renew's Wastewater Challenge Team

   Caitlin Young and Zach Bolyard of Lafayette Renew share their passion for their jobs, the upcoming Wastewater Challenge put on by Indiana Water Environment Association (IWEA), and IWEA's Leadership Development Institute. --SHOW NOTES-- SuperCritical Water Oxidation: Clean Water with AirSCWO™ Technology | 374Water (https://374water.com/) Indiana Water Environment Association:  ⁠Home - Indiana WEA | Wastewater Education (https://indianawea.org/) Leadership Development Institute - Indiana WEA | Wastewater Education (https://indianawea.org/leadership-development-institute/) Lafayette Renew: | Lafayette, IN - Official Website (https://www.lafayette.in.gov/329/Lafayette-Renew) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

10. 

    12 Apr 2023

    Meet Rural Conservationist, Angie Miller

    Angie Miller is the Rural Conservationist for the Tippecanoe County Soil and Water Conservation District. In this episode, she shares about her role, some of the programs available to landowners, the many benefits of native plants, and the upcoming 3rd Annual Native Plant Fest and sale on Saturday, May 20! --Show Notes-- Tippecanoe County Soil & Water Conservation District: https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/ (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/) State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM): https://www.sicim.info/ (https://www.sicim.info/) Tippecanoe Invasive Cooperative Taskforce (TICT): https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/tict-2 (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/tict-2) Native Plant Sale orders due by May 7: https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/native-plant-sale (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/native-plant-sale) Native Plant Fest on Saturday, May 20: https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/native-plant-fest (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/native-plant-fest) Indiana Native Plant Society (INPS): https://indiananativeplants.org/ (https://indiananativeplants.org/) Homegrown National Park: https://homegrownnationalpark.org/ (https://homegrownnationalpark.org/) Doug Tallamy's books: https://homegrownnationalpark.org/tallamys-hub-1 (https://homegrownnationalpark.org/tallamys-hub-1) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

11. 

    29 Mar 2023

    Invasive Species Technician Jordan Young

    Invasive Species Technician, Jordan Young, from Tippecanoe County Soil & Water Conservation District joins us to talk about invasive plants, upcoming workshops, and opportunities to get out and make a difference in local ecosystems. --Show Notes-- Contact Jordan for a site visit to identify invasive plants on your property: Jordan.Young@in.nacdnet.net (mailto:Jordan.Young@in.nacdnet.net) Invasive Species Mapping Made Easy - EDDMapS (https://www.eddmaps.org/) SWCD website - Tippecanoe County Soil & Water Conservation District - Home (tippecanoecountyswcd.org) (https://tippecanoecountyswcd.org/) NICHES Land Trust - Volunteer (https://www.nicheslandtrust.org/volunteer) SICIM Invasive Species Calendar of Control - Calendar+of+Control+2021_Landscape.pdf (squarespace.com) (https://static1.squarespace.com/static/559d59d6e4b03b77d9cd5e00/t/601c7eae5272101a0902e1cb/1612480175774/Calendar+of+Control+2021_Landscape.pdf) Garlic Mustard Pulls led by Jordan - (3) Tippecanoe Invasive Cooperative Taskforce - TICT | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TippecanoeInvasiveCooperativeTaskforce/events/?ref=page_internal) Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/show/stormwaterpod/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

12. 

    15 Mar 2023

    Recycling in Tippecanoe County with Madison Neher

    Recycling Educator, Madison Neher, from Tippecanoe County Recycling & Soild Waste Management joins us to talk recycling, hazardous waste, the upcoming FREE E-Waste Day on April 1 for Tippecanoe County residents, March Madness, spiders, sourdough, and more! ---Show Notes--- Tippecanoe County Solid Waste: Tippecanoe Solid Waste Management District | Tippecanoe County, IN (https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/recycle) Tippecanoe County Recycling and Solid Waste District - Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/tippecanoecountywaste) E-Waste Day: Events | Tippecanoe County, IN (https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/1160/Events) Volunteer for E-Waste Day: mneher@wabashriver.net (mailto:mneher@wabashriver.net) Transfer Station: 2770 North 9th Street Lafayette, IN 47904 Directions (https://www.google.com/maps/place/2770+North+9th+Street++Lafayette+IN+47904) Hotline: 765-423-2858 Transfer Station Hours of Operation M,W,F 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM T,TH 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM SAT 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM Smitty Bread: Smittybread Bakery (@smittybreadbakery) • Instagram photos and videos (https://www.instagram.com/smittybreadbakery/) www.smittybread.com (http://www.smittybread.com/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

13. 

    8 Mar 2023

    Meet WREC's Watershed Coordinator, Amy Krzton-Presson

    Amy KP shares about her job as watershed coordinator at Wabash River Enhancement Corporation, one of Greater Lafayette's coolest nonprofit organizations! Learn about the Wabash Sampling Blitz, WREC's cost-share program, squirrels in her attic, the zany antics of her beloved cats, and more. Wabash River Enhancement Corporation - Home (http://wabashriver.net/) Wabash Sampling Blitz registration: Wabash River Enhancement Corporation - Registration Sampling Blitz (http://wabashriver.net/blitz-registration/) Wabash Sampling Blitz information & training videos: Wabash River Enhancement Corporation - Wabash Sampling Blitz (http://wabashriver.net/wabash-sampling-blitz/) Combined Sewer Overflows | Lafayette, IN - Official Website (https://www.lafayette.in.gov/370/Combined-Sewer-Overflows) What is a CSO: River Road CSO Home (https://riverroadcso.com/) Green infrastructure best management practices funded by WREC's cost-share program: www.tippeconow.com (http://www.tippeconow.com/) Flying squirrel info: Unexpected Plants and Animals of Indiana: Southern flying squirrel – News & Stories (purdue.edu) (https://ag.purdue.edu/stories/unexpected-plants-and-animals-of-indiana-southern-flying-squirrel/) Shout out to these two podcasts for inspiring me: Ologies Episodes — alie ward (https://www.alieward.com/ologies) Clean Water Works: Podcast episodes and TV archives – Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (neorsd.org) (https://www.neorsd.org/community/educational-resources/clean-water-works-tv-clean-water-news-for-greater-cleveland/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

14. 

    23 Feb 2023

    Welcome to the Stormwater Pod

    Hey y'all! Welcome to the stormwater pod! In this episode, Amanda gives a brief overview of MS4s, her position with the Partnership, and a couple of upcoming events! Wabash Sampling Blitz information & registration: http://wabashriver.net/wabash-sampling-blitz/ (http://wabashriver.net/wabash-sampling-blitz/) De-Trash the Wabash information & registration: https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/1029/Wabash-River-Clean-Up (https://www.tippecanoe.in.gov/1029/Wabash-River-Clean-Up) Stay tuned for the next episode with special guest Amy Krzton-Presson, watershed coordinator for the Wabash River Enhancement Corporation (WREC)! Thanks for checking out the Tippecanoe County Partnership for Water Quality's podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stormwaterpod/message

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