Discover Your Inner Scientist With The Watershed Foundation
August 15, 2023 at 8:18 p.m.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and learn more about the water quality in the local environment.
The Watershed Foundation (TWF) announced the annual Snapshot Water Monitoring Day on Sept. 21 from 2 to 6 p.m. at sites across Whitley, Noble and Kosciusko counties.
This event invites individuals from all walks of life to step into the shoes of a citizen scientist and contribute to the health of the local water bodies.
According to Caitlin Yoder, watershed coordinator for TWF, "Snapshot Water Monitoring Day offers a remarkable opportunity for community members to become active participants in preserving our cherished water resources. By dedicating just a few hours of your time, you can help monitor vital parameters like temperature, dissolved oxygen, transparency, as well as gather water samples for in-depth analysis. The data collected during this event becomes a catalyst for driving initiatives aimed at ensuring clean water for generations to come."
This year's event will encompass a diverse range of monitoring sites. From serene wetlands to meandering streams and even the smallest ditches beneath county roads, there's an option for everyone, according to a news release from TWF.
"Our priority is to make this event accessible and enjoyable for individuals with varying levels of experience, age and physical abilities. While we require two adults at each site, young people are welcome too and there are tasks that will be appropriate for everyone," Yoder said.
Volunteers should plan on spending two to 2-1/2 hours on Snapshot Water Monitoring Day to take all of the steps necessary to complete their assignment.
"You do not need to be knowledgeable in the area of environmental science or any science really - you just need to be interested and motivated," she said.
TWF will provide all participants with the necessary training, sampling materials and comprehensive information about their designated testing sites.
"We believe that everyone has a role to play in safeguarding our water resources, and Snapshot Water Monitoring Day is an excellent way to become an active steward of our environment," Yoder said.
Joining the event is as simple as visiting the registration link at https://tinyurl.com/snapshot23 or reaching out to TWF directly through email at [email protected] or phone at 574-834-3242.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and learn more about the water quality in the local environment.
The Watershed Foundation (TWF) announced the annual Snapshot Water Monitoring Day on Sept. 21 from 2 to 6 p.m. at sites across Whitley, Noble and Kosciusko counties.
This event invites individuals from all walks of life to step into the shoes of a citizen scientist and contribute to the health of the local water bodies.
According to Caitlin Yoder, watershed coordinator for TWF, "Snapshot Water Monitoring Day offers a remarkable opportunity for community members to become active participants in preserving our cherished water resources. By dedicating just a few hours of your time, you can help monitor vital parameters like temperature, dissolved oxygen, transparency, as well as gather water samples for in-depth analysis. The data collected during this event becomes a catalyst for driving initiatives aimed at ensuring clean water for generations to come."
This year's event will encompass a diverse range of monitoring sites. From serene wetlands to meandering streams and even the smallest ditches beneath county roads, there's an option for everyone, according to a news release from TWF.
"Our priority is to make this event accessible and enjoyable for individuals with varying levels of experience, age and physical abilities. While we require two adults at each site, young people are welcome too and there are tasks that will be appropriate for everyone," Yoder said.
Volunteers should plan on spending two to 2-1/2 hours on Snapshot Water Monitoring Day to take all of the steps necessary to complete their assignment.
"You do not need to be knowledgeable in the area of environmental science or any science really - you just need to be interested and motivated," she said.
TWF will provide all participants with the necessary training, sampling materials and comprehensive information about their designated testing sites.
"We believe that everyone has a role to play in safeguarding our water resources, and Snapshot Water Monitoring Day is an excellent way to become an active steward of our environment," Yoder said.
Joining the event is as simple as visiting the registration link at https://tinyurl.com/snapshot23 or reaching out to TWF directly through email at [email protected] or phone at 574-834-3242.