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Streams & Brooks Book Reception

January 30, 2006 By Scott Richardson Filed under Article Tags: developmentland management

Associated People Paul Dest

Book cover for Incorporating Small Streams & Brooks into Developing LandscapesThe Wells Reserve has published a new book that will aid the citizen planner wanting to incorporate natural waterways into urban design. Incorporating Small Streams & Brooks into Developing Landscapes translates regulatory and technical language into a reader-friendly guide.

We wrote this book in appreciation of all those people who believe that streams and brooks can thrive as natural systems in our developing landscapes.

—Tim Spahr, co-author with Cindy Dabrowski Kennie

A book release reception, open to the public, will be held February 2 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Road in Wells, Maine. The $10 suggested donation includes a copy of the book, refreshments, and a presentation by the authors. Reservations are required at (207) 646-1555 ext 123.

This book has implications up and down the coast and around New England. It’s applicable to all brooks and streams.

—Wells Reserve manager Paul Dest

Incorporating Small Streams & Brooks into Developing Landscapes retails for $7.95 and is currently available at the Kennebunk Book Port and the Laudholm Gift Shop at Wells Reserve.

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