For Property Owners

Living Shorelines, Living Coasts (Part I)

Shoreline Erosion and Living Shoreline Methods: An Introductory Course for Property Owners and Others Seeking to Learn about Living Shorelines

This modular training provides a basic introduction for property owners and others who are seeking to learn more about their options for shoreline stabilization, and especially living shoreline techniques.  Each module will provide information to help you understand the process of shoreline erosion and stabilization and whether a living shoreline project may or may not be right for a specific property.

Introduction Module

This module provides the background and overview of this training course.

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Module 2

In this module, you will learn about the causes, evidence and effects of erosion.

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Module 3­

In this module, you will learn about the various shoreline stabilization options.

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Module 4­

In this module, you will learn about living shoreline techniques.

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Module 5­

In this module, you will learn about benefits of living shorelines.

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Module 6­

In this module, you will learn about the economics of living shorelines.

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Module 7­

In this module, you will learn about the permitting process.

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Module 8­

In this module, you will gain information about shoreline stabilization and living shorelines from responses to frequently asked questions.

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Module 9­

In this module, you will learn about additional living shorelines resources.

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final quiz

Complete the final quiz to review what you have learned in the modules and to receive your certificate.

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LIST OF REFERENCES

View and download the List of References used in this section.