Programs for the Public
Programs are offered to the general public, government agencies and citizen volunteers. Programs can be tailored to meet your needs.
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“I thoroughly enjoyed the program and gained a lot of useful information. It certainly was one of the best workshops I’ve attended.” Citizen Volunteer, Ligonier, PA
Tour of the Stroud Water Research Center
Tours will show laboratories, discuss current research projects and include a short tour of in-progress outdoor research projects. One-hour tour for 20 people, $100.Presentations
Presentations about stream ecosystems and the Stroud Water Research Center research are available at your site. 45-minute program.Examples of presentations include:
- From Forest to Fish: Details the relationship between the terrestrial and aquatic environments.
- Invertebrate Who’s Who?: Highlights aquatic macroinvertebrate identification and their link to assessing water quality.
- Stormwater in Your Watershed: Overview of stormwater, streams and solutions.
- Stroud Water Research Center Research: Highlights state-of-the-art research.
Typical program begins at $225 per hour. Cost may vary depending on travel.
“Very well presented. Excellent hands-on activities and reinforcement, before and at the end of class. Superior instructional design.”
Stream School Participant
Programs for Community/Conservation Groups
Stream School: Stream School provides training in biological monitoring, stream ecology, and watershed processes. Participants learn stream-watch techniques from collecting samples to data analysis through field and classroom based activities.
To date, Stream School has provided training for watershed associations and conservation organizations across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Half-day workshops start at $525. Costs vary depending on travel.
“Great job! I have a very limited science background and this workshop was great at explaining concepts and working with the information.”
Stream School Participant
Consortium for Scientific Assistance to Watersheds (C-SAW): C-SAW is a team of specialists available to provide technical assistance to your watershed group. C-SAW can provide technical assistance in three main areas:
- Specific Watershed Technical Assistance
- Data Quality Control Assistance
- Mentoring Assistance
C-SAW assistance is available at no cost to eligible groups. To find out more visit C-SAW's website or contact Christina Medved.