Did you know that you can play a role in monitoring the health of streams in Arlington?
It’s true! With a little training, thanks to Arlington County’s macroinvertebrate monitoring program, you too can become a stream monitor.
So, what does a stream monitor do?
Stream monitors visit a monitoring site three times a year with their team and collect data on the health of Arlington’s streams. After attending the training, you will have the opportunity to join a team to monitor a local stream site. Stream monitors should be able to carry 10 pounds and walk on uneven surfaces, such as rocks in a stream. Monitors also frequently need to bend over, squat down, and then stand back up. Equipment is provided to each monitoring team.
How can you join in on the fun?
RSVP for the training (required) and plan to attend …
Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Attire: Casual. We will be indoors.
Location: Will be provided after you RSVP. You do not need to be a resident of Arlington to participate
Please note that participation in an introductory training is required to join a stream team. Come join us and learn what we do! By attending this training, you are under no obligation to join a team.
Learn more about stream monitoring.
