Invertebrate monitoring involves both a habitat survey and a biological survey of the site. It also involves entering the stream to stakeout the site, measure stream discharge, and collect the invertebrate samples. Clothes should be suitable for getting muddy. Old shoes or waders are recommended as well. Recommended personal items include a water bottle, bug […]
Invertebrate monitoring involves both a habitat survey and a biological survey of the site. It also involves entering the stream to stakeout the site, measure stream discharge, and collect the invertebrate samples. Clothes should be suitable for getting muddy. Old shoes or waders are recommended as well. Recommended personal items include a water bottle, bug […]
The next Sangamon River Kayak and Canoe excursion, Saturday July 6, departing from the Sangamon Greenway at 9:00am. We'll take out at River Bend Forest Preserve. All paddlers must be adults or accompanied by an adult, and be experienced and able to properly handle their watercraft on moving water. The Sangamon may seem like a […]
Monthly Board meeting in the Edgar Room.
The RiverWatch Open Lab is an opportunity for those who have participated in RiverWatch invertebrate monitoring to help with sorting, identifying and counting the invertebrate samples that were collected this monitoring season. Microscopes and a RiverWatch associate will be on hand to assist at the open lab. If have participated in any of the invertebrate […]
The Upper Sangamon River Conservancy is partnering with the Champaign County Forest Preserves for an exciting and new family-friendly event at Lake of the Woods! The day will begin with the “Take Me Fishing” event at the peninsula starting at 9 am. Activities throughout the day include fishing, canoeing, kayaking, educational exhibits, and more! Stop […]
