PTRF's Programs

PTRF's focus and efforts revolve around our foundation's core programs of environmental education, advocacy and research.

 

Education

 

Information empowers the public so that natural resources can be protected. PTRF provides educational materials and programs to teachers, students, and the general public. Educational exhibits, lectures and programs are presented to schools, universities, civic groups and a a variety of governmental and professional groups, locally, regionally, and nationally.  

Diversity Initiative for Inclusive Watershed Protection (DIIWP)    

 

Advocacy

 

Mobilizing citizens to speak out in defense of the environment and for the conservation of natural resources is imperative. PTRF helps organize public comment, collaborates with federal, state, and local resource management agencies, represents the environmental community on several boards and commissions, participates in planning commissions, and works with local governments to develop rules and regulations that protect and conserve our resources.

 

Research

 

Valid and reliable scientific data are essential to the resource management decision making process. PTRF produces and publishes valid and reliable research on a variety of topics including water quality, wetland ecosystems, and development.