Baseline Water Quality Monitoring
May 3 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Events
Baseline Water Quality Monitoring
This program has filled for the 2025 monitoring season.
Description:
Baseline water quality monitors visit their selected site once per month May through October. Each site visit takes approximately 1.5 hours. Monitors work within the river to collect water quality data on temperature, stream flow, transparency, dissolved oxygen and macroinvertebrates. Please note that you should feel comfortable entering water that may be up to 2.5 feet in depth. Waders will be provided if you do not have any.
To find the best location for your participation in our monitoring program, explore the map below and select the location pin of your choice for more information. Once selected, you can register directly for that site!
Event Details
Required Training
May 3rd, 2025
9AM – 3PM
Riveredge Nature Center in Saukville, WI
Registration Deadline/Commitment Reminder:
Baseline monitors commit to visiting their designated stream site once per month from May through October. A site visit takes approximately 1.5 hours, not including commuting time to the stream.
Training Commitment:
There is no experience required to become a baseline water quality monitor. To participate in this program, in-person training will be required on Saturday, May 3rd from 9am – 3pm at the Riveredge Nature Center in Saukville, WI.
You Should Bring:
- A cold lunch
- Sunscreen
- Weather appropriate clothing
Basic Agenda:
- Morning – Classroom Section
- Lunch
- Afternoon – Hands-on field section
- Equipment Distribution
Thanks to our funders for their generous support of this program!
