Stroud Water Research Center produces the trusted science needed for successful stream and river conservation while fostering people’s passion for the water in their lives.
What We Do
Freshwater Research
Environmental Education
Watershed Restoration
From Freshwater Science to Real-World Solutions
The Stroud Center integrates scientific discovery, watershed restoration, and long-term monitoring to generate practical solutions for freshwater protection.
Expanding Access to Water Quality Monitoring
Globally, more than 3 billion people lack water quality data. Expanding access to monitoring tools helps communities protect their water and safeguard public health.
Get Involved
At the Stroud Center, we are both practical and optimistic, and we have seen change for the good. Join us in pursuing positive outcomes for the environment and people.
To discuss other ways in which you may support the Stroud Center, please email development@stroudcenter.org.
Latest Freshwater News
Interception of river sediment in estuaries revealed by microbial community source tracking
F(eel)ing Buggy: Project TRUE Interns Survey the Bronx River
Jim Hershey Receives Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award
Small Streams Hold the Key to Healthy Rivers
Distinct changes in riparian sediment microbial communities with depth and time since dam removal
Upcoming Events
Junior Ranger Angler Events
June 7 – September 20Stroud Center Science Camp
July 20, 9:00 AM – July 24, 3:30 PM EDTLibrary Movie Night: Letting the Klamath River Run Free
September 16, 6:00 PM EDTSalt Pollution Water Testing Event in Harrisburg
October 19, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDTTrain-the-Trainer Workshop: Salty Streams and Safer Streets
October 20, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM EDTThe Water’s Edge Gala and Presentation of the 2026 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence
November 5, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM EST
