- Videos for Local Governments
BWSR has created short videos, intended for local government officials and anyone who wants to learn the basics, on the following topics
Who's Who in Minnesota Water? A general overview of water governance with a focus on local and state governments. 4 videos
30 minutesWatershed Management Learn more about Minnesota's watershed authorities: watershed districts and watershed management organizations. 9 videos
90 minutesOne Watershed, One Plan Learn about this transformational program for water planning. 5 videos
35 minutes- Videos for Planning
One Watershed, One Plan Learn about this transformational program for water planning. 5 videos
35 minutesLogic Models A Basic Introduction to Logic Models: explains the basics of what a logic model is and how it can be used in planning (5:26). 2 videos
10 minutesLogic Models: A Natural Resource Example: demonstrates how a logic model can be used to establish short, mid, and long term goals in a natural resource example. (4:09). See the One Watershed, One Plan Guidebook (pdf) for the companion Logic Model Questions and Template. - Planning Guidebook
BWSR is creating a new planning guidebook! Check back as we add chapters to support watershed and groundwater planning.
- Water Quality Models and Tools
Visit the Water Quality Tools and Models webpage.