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The Elwha River Restoration project is a monumental undertaking focused on restoring the river's ecosystem by removing two dams. This initiative aims to enhance fish populations, improve water quality, and revive the natural landscape. However, it raises controversies regarding environmental impacts, economic considerations, and the livelihoods of local communities. Participants are invited to share their initial reactions and summarize their key insights on this vital ecological project. Explore the pros and cons of the restoration while engaging with the provided video resources and related articles.
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Wednesday Entry task: What is happening on the Elwha River? What is your initial reaction to what is happening? Place your full name on one side of the index card. Write your answers on the other side. Leave room for after the video.
Elwha River Restoration • http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/flatpages/video/mediacenterbc3.html?bcpid=30884189001&bckey=AQ~~,AAAAAFn2Wfk~,QUqnr01qM6aNyA1l3Tnqn9EkxU1YnZwX&bclid=0&bctid=1158125364001 • http://www.video-monitoring.com/construction/olympic/js.htm Now on your card, summarize the Elwha River project. What is the controversy (what are the pros and cons)? What do you think?
Agenda • Entry task • Library for brochures • Plankton
Update Oct. 1 • http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-0918-dam-20110918,0,5450869.story • http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/nationnow/2011/09/elwha-dam-removal-glines-canyon-olympic.html