Credits
WaterMarks is published three times a year by the Louisiana Coastal Wetlands Conservation and Restoration Task Force to communicate news and issues of interest related to the Coastal Wetlands Planning Protection and Restoration Act of 1990. This legislation funds wetlands enhancement projects nationwide designating approximately $50 million annually for work in Louisiana. The State contributes 15 percent of the cost of the project construction.
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James D. Addison
WaterMarks Editor
New Orleans District
US Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 60267
New Orleans, LA 70160-0267
(504) 862-2201
e-mail: James.Addison@mvn.usace.army.mil
WaterMarks Editor
New Orleans District
US Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 60267
New Orleans, LA 70160-0267
(504) 862-2201
e-mail: James.Addison@mvn.usace.army.mil
About the Cover
The Great Horned Owl is a common resident of forested wetlands. Largely silent during much of the year, the owl's distinctive resonant hooting can be heard in wetland areas during the fall and winter.
The Great Horned Owl is a common resident of forested wetlands. Largely silent during much of the year, the owl's distinctive resonant hooting can be heard in wetland areas during the fall and winter.
Above: Scientists use a Global Positioning System device to survey a shoreline at specific intervals. This determines changes in the contour of the shoreline. Headphones muffle the noise of the airboat engine.