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Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Training Materials - Segment 1

Video Introduction: Connecticut's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act

Presentations

Training Segment 1. The Connecticut Inland Water and Watercourses Act A Review of the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act
An annotated outline from the Connecticut Attorney General's Office on the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act (IWWA). It introduces issues related to the IWWA and running of the Agencies.

Training Segment 1. Wetlands and Watercourses Definition Definition of Connecticut's Wetlands and Watercourses
An introduction to the definitions of inland wetlands and watercourses within Connecticut and an overview of related issues in soil science and hydrology.

Training Segment 1. Wetland Wildlife Values Part 1 Part 1: Wetland Wildlife Values
An introduction to the ecological classification of wetlands and related wildlife values and issues.

Training Segment 1. Part 2; Wetland Wildlife Management Activities Part 2: Wetland Wildlife Management Activities
A discussion of the methods and issues related to the management of wildlife around wetlands and watercourses.

Training Segment 1. Forestry Practices and Wetland & Watercourses Resources in Connecticut Forestry Practices and Wetland and Watercourse Resources in CT
A discussion of forest history, harvesting and Best Management Practices in Connecticut.

Training Segment 1. Inland Fisheries Habitat Conservation & Enhancement Fisheries Protection, Conservation and Enhancement
A presentation on the protection of fish habitat by utilizing "fish friendly" construction and culvert design.

A Review of Maps & Site Plans Site Plan Review
A presentation on how to read site plans and an introduction to other maps that are useful references for new inland wetlands agency members and staff.

Training Segment 1. IWWA Reporting Form Statewide Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Activity Reporting Program
A presentation on the reporting program which requires that for every inland wetlands agency decision a Statewide Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Activity Reporting Form be submitted to the DEEP.

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Content Last Updated on March 16, 2020

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection