Explore Pennsylvania’s streams and their challenges in this outdoor workshop. Learn to assess stream health and discover how wetlands treat abandoned mine drainage. Join us for hands-on experiences!
When: November 7, 2024 from 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Where: Penn State Extension Indiana County (827 Water St. Indiana, PA, 15701)
Pennsylvania’s natural landscape is shaped by thousands of streams, but many are impacted by land use, particularly abandoned mine drainage, which impairs over 5,600 miles of streams across the state. Participants will learn how to assess stream health using the F.I.S.H. Protocol, covering riparian areas, water quality, and wildlife. Attendees will also learn how wetlands are being used to treat water pollution from abandoned mines, helping to restore local ecosystems and improve watershed health. The afternoon will be spent outdoors at the Tanoma Wetlands and AMD treatment site, where participants will conduct measurements and make observations.
This workshop is for both formal and informal educators interested in learning more about assessing stream health and understanding the impact of abandoned mine drainage. Act 48 credits are pending.
Register at: https://extension.psu.edu/dive-even-deeper-educators-workshop-stream-health-and-amd
