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COMMUNITY LISTENING & LEARNING SESSIONS

Our Listening & Learning Sessions have been a unique opportunity for us to connect with the wide array of local organizations and stakeholders within the Skóhare (Schoharie Valley) Bioregion. They have become a space to share the important work being done in the region, open up new collaborative opportunities, and identify gaps in services and projects that serve local communities, ecosystems and economies. Community Listening & Learning Sessions have become a vital resource in helping to identify current and future projects as we begin to create collaborative pathways and work together to establish a resilient and sustainable bioregion.

Resources

What Is A Bioregion - 03.07.21 Session Pre-Read

We provided this brief introduction to Bioregionalism proceeding our first Listening & Learning Session on March 7, 2025.

03.07.25 - Summarized Listening Session Notes

This 2-page summary breaks down key issues that were discussed during our March 7th community Listening & Learning listening session - including community feedback following The Waterfall Center presentation and breakout groups.

Bioregion Questionnaire

The goal of the Waterfall Center of BioRegional Learning is to bring diverse people and organizations together to collaboratively study and equitably create and maintain a climate resilience strategy for the Skóhare (Schoharie Valley) Bioregion.

The Waterfall Center, would love to hear from you! Feel free to fill out our questionnaire below to share your thoughts with us, as well as some additional questions to see how well are you familiar with our ecosystem here in the Skóhare Bioregion.

First name

Last name

Where in the Valley are you located?

What is your favorite thing about the Valley?

Where is your favorite place within the Valley?

What are you most passionate about protecting? Water, Trees, Soil, Animals ....

If you could change anything about the Valley what would it be - or - what needs have you identified in the Valley that could be better addressed?

What do you think are the biggest threats to the Valley? (Flood, invasive species, soil health, extreme heat, drought, wildfires, industry, fish & wildlife health, etc.)

Are you familiar with the concept of BioRegions and their importance to environment, people, economy & culture?

Yes

How would you define a Bioregion in this area? Think of everything from geological boundaries, watersheds, economy, culture, history .... the aspects of the land, people and sense of place that make the Schoharie region unique.

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW OUR BIOREGION?

Bioregionalism is strongly based on PLACE and RELATIONSHIPS. An important element of establishing and stewarding a bioregion is developing a deeper understanding of YOUR PLACE and YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO PLACE. Take some time to look over these questions and respond - all are optional, but we look forward to your feedback and thoughts.

How familiar are you with where you call home?

Can you trace the water you drink from rain/snow to your tap?

What unique plants or trees can you name in your bioregion? Are they native or invasive?

What geographic and/or biotic features define the Schoharie Valley?

What is the name of the creek or river which defines your watershed? What other tributaries flow into these?

Where does your garbage go?

When do the deer rut in your region, and when are the young born?

Where does the water go that drains from your sink? What about the water (& other stuff) leaving your toilet? How is it filtered?

What are the primary sources of pollution in the area?

What agencies are responsible for planning future transportation and land use in this area?

Thank you for your interest and taking the time to fill out this questionnaire - community input and involvement is essential in being able to not only define our bioregion - but work towards protecting it and making it better for all living things. We truly appreciate your input!

Waterfall Center Community Group

If you are a resident within the Skóhare Bioregion, or someone with a strong interest in this work - we have set up a community group specific to this project to continue conversations outside of our convenings and workshops. Please let us know if you would like to be part of this community group by emailing us at info@waterfallcenter.org

The Waterfall Center Group

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