Save Our Streams

This year, we plan to study the water quality in 3 - 6 local streams and tributaries and we invite you to join us! Last year's studies found all of the streams that we examined to be in good health! The team analyzes the type and quantities of macroinvertebrates present in our streams to determine if the water quality is excellent, good or fair. The variety and quantity of species being observed varies with the time of the year that sampling is completed. Stream studies are a fun reason to get in the stream, pick up rocks to look for macros, and make some observations about how the stream health is doing. We also check the water temperature and look for any unusual conditions that may be present. Our studies give us a "snapshot" of the stream's health at that particular point in time. It's a fun activity and kids are welcome, as they really seem to enjoy it!

Below are two completed surveys for 2018 - good results! We intend to complete additional surveys and post the results on the website.

Fishing is always good on Phil Pond!

This spring get out and enjoy some fishing in Phil Pond or on Big Branch. Just remember that the fish caught in the pond are catch and release. Walk the trail beyond the inlet end of the pond and visit the stream restoration project that was completed in the fall of 2013. Our thanks to Jim Morris and Ecotone Inc. for a job well done!