We had another great day of BMP Roundup with this private event. Even got to see the site and BMPs in real life scenarios due to a passing summer shower.

 In loving memory of the men and women who selflessly gave their last full measure of devotion for our freedom, our country, and each one of us. #MemorialDay

 Does having multiple options make you feel empowered or overwhelmed? If you feel like you can take on the world when you have multiple options to choose from, the good news is that there are a variety of storm water treatment options available to choose from and we will go over a few of the options for you to consider. However, if you feel overwhelmed with all the options and just need a guiding hand to help you navigate the pros and cons of each option, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. While it may seem daunting to try to compute the

 We've had three amazing days of BMP Roundup! It's been such a fun event! If you weren't able to make it out here for BMP Roundup 2026, be sure to mark May 2027 on your calendars for the next BMP Roundup events.

 What’s a big disconnect SWPPP writers have with their projects? While some SWPPP writers may have a good handle on erosion and sediment theory, when it comes to what happens on a construction site, they can be clueless. Their ignorance about construction activities and sources is primarily because they have never worked at a construction site, other than possibly performing a quick storm water inspection. In this month’s edition of The Monthly Dirt, we hope to provide some links between the various trades involved in the construction indus

 It's your last chance to join us for BMP Roundup! Happening next week! Be sure to sign up at wgr-sw.com/training to save your spot in the class.

 Storm Water Awareness Week is coming up in a few months! Now is the time to register to host a workshop during the event. Head over to stormwaterawareness.org to register your workshop! Be sure to save the dates - September 21-25, 2026 - on your calendar! #stormwaterawarenessweek #stormwater #SWAW2026 #stormwatereducation #stormwatertraining #event #environment #stormwatercompliance

 Happy mother's day to all our wonderful mothers, honorary mothers, and mother figures.

 Need new BMPs? Check out BMP Outlet!

 Want to join us for our next in-person QSP/QSD class? Happening at our Lodi training facility June 2-4, 2026. Register to attend at wgr-sw.com/training. Space is limited and filling up fast, so be sure to sign up soon. Course registration includes coffee, snacks, and a gourmet catered lunch.

 In keeping with the theme of the April edition of The Monthly Dirt newsletter, we are hosting a contest for our readers to make their own storm water trading card. Submit your trading card(s) as an individual or as a team to us by 05/08/26 to be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card to your favorite California MLB team for tickets or merchandise. The WGR team will select the winner with the most creative trading card and feature it in the May edition of The Monthly Dirt. Email entries to jteravskis@wgr-sw.com and let us know who is your f

 As a kid, baseball was my favorite pastime. I not only lived baseball, but I also ate, drank, and breathed it! Because I grew up in Anaheim, California, the Angels were my team of choice. I would listen to their games almost daily on the radio and, whenever I had the opportunity, I would go to the stadium to watch them play. I remember seeing Nolan Ryan get one strikeout after another with his 100 mph fast balls, Rod Carew never missing a throw at first base, and then, of course, Mr. October, Reggie Jackson, doing his postseason magic. In the s