Some links to other resources that you may find helpful, some were referred to in the threads
To further your learning here are some relevant and reputable sources for the topics covered in this series.
The Sid Valley Biodiversity Group: This is the primary local resource. They coordinate the river fly surveys and wildlife monitoring mentioned in your articles.
Useful for: Seeing real-time local data and learning how to volunteer.
The River Sid Catchment Group: A specialised group focused on the long-term health and restoration of the river.
Useful for: In-depth information on the flood management projects and the School Weir bypass plans.
Westcountry Rivers Trust: This charity works across the South West to restore and protect river environments. They offer excellent resources on "Citizen Science" and catchment management.
Useful for: Understanding how the Sid fits into the broader Devon and Cornwall river network.
The Rivers Trust: The national umbrella organization. Their "State of Our Rivers" map is an incredible tool for learners to see the chemical and biological health of any river in the UK.
Useful for: Comparing the Sid’s health to other UK rivers.
The Devon Wildlife Trust: A key resource for information on native species like otters and beavers, as well as advice on identifying invasive species like Himalayan Balsam.
Useful for: High-quality species ID guides and habitat restoration case studies.
The Wild Trout Trust: An organization dedicated to the protection of wild trout and their habitats.
Useful for: Learning about "woody debris" and why natural, "messy" riverbanks are essential for fish.
The Environment Agency (Catchment Data Explorer): This is a government database where students can find the official "Water Framework Directive" (WFD) status of the River Sid.
Useful for: Advanced learners looking for specific data on phosphates, ammonia, and pH levels.
Check for Flooding (Gov.uk): Provides live river level data for the Sid at Sidford and the School Weir.
Useful for: Observing the "Flashy" nature of the river in real-time during rain events.
Sidmouth Museum: Since the river's history is so tied to the town's development (like the 1322 storm), the museum’s online archives are excellent.
Useful for: Finding old maps and photographs of how the river mouth used to look before the training walls were built.