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6 people are interested
Biological Water Sampling at Dudley Woods
ORGANIZATION: Butler SWCD
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6 people are interested
June 19, 9 am - 11:30 am-Biological water sampling at Dudley Woods
Meet at Dudley Woods Park, 5591 Hankins Rd, Liberty Township. Don't get this confused with the Dudley Memorial Park on Yankee Rd
Learn how to conduct a biological sample of a stream. We will learn about the various macroinivertebrates that live under water, and how they can be used to tell water quality. Then we will get in the creek to collect a sample and identify the creatures to assess that water.
After attending this class, you can then volunteer to go out to collect data from other creeks in Butler County. Sampling materials will be provided. Can be conducted anytime May - October, as long as creek conditions are safe.
We will be knee deep in the water, so wear shoes that can get wet. If you were reading glasses, please bring them for when we identify the "bugs."
Ages: Teens and adults. At noon, we are holding a children's creek program at this same location if younger children are interested.
COVID - we are limiting attendees to 10.
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About Butler SWCD
Location:
1802 Princeton Rd, Suite 300, Hamilton, OH 45011, US
Mission Statement
Butler Soil and Water Conservation District aims to provide strong technical and educational assistance to the landowners and residents of Butler County in the field of natural resources.
Description
The Butler Soil and Water Conservation District is a subdivision of the state of Ohio, and is assisted by the Butler County Commissioners, the Ohio Soil & Water Conservation Commission, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources through the Division of Soil and Water Resources.
Technical assistance for conservation practices is provided without charge by the Butler SWCD through the United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) personnel.
The objectives of the Butler SWCD include:
- Reduce soil erosion loss on both urban and agricultural lands.
- Improve water quality by serving as a resource base for water quality data and educating the public concerning storm water management and erosion control.
- To increase both the rural and urban communities' awareness of the value, need, and ways of conserving our natural resources.
- Promote woodland and wildlife management by local landowners.
- Conduct a strong informational and educational program in the schools and with the general public.
- Provide adequate funding, personnel and equipment to meet the future needs of district operations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5591 Hankins RdDudley Woods ParkLiberty Township, OH 45044
DATE POSTED
May 25, 2021
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Habitat Restoration
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- 2.5 hour class to learn methods, then it is your choice how many times you go out after wards on your own to get stream biology.
- You will need to stand in the creek, so please wear appropriate footwear. You will also be required to wear a mask covering your nose and mouth.