Watershed Health and Forest Management Posted on February 8, 2012 by admin U.S. Forest Service and Denver Water Partner for Watershed Health. Please download and read this article written by Kate E. Jerman, a STEP Student in External Affairs for the Rocky Mountain Region of the US Forest Service. STEP – The Student Temporary Assistance Program provides an opportunity for students to earn money, continue their education, train with professionals, and combine academic study with on-the-job experience.