Stroud Water Research Center
Award-winning author and photographer Tim Palmer will speak about his book, Seek Higher Ground: The Natural Solution to Our Urgent Flooding Crisis.
Taxonomic certification exams will be offered at the Aquatic Insect Ecology Level 2 Workshop.
This event has been canceled.
Learn about the causes of harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie, why we need to be concerned, and what we should do to prevent exposure to bloom toxins.
Join us to discover the hallmarks of a healthy stream ecosystem and learn how our streams respond to a variety of land uses and pollutants.
Come learn how to create an outdoor learning space where meaningful learning can happen while also benefiting water quality and wildlife habitat!
Taxonomic Certification Program exams will be offered in conjuction with a two-week course, Southern Appalachian Mayflies, Stoneflies, and Caddisflies.
Dive into the fascinating world of stream ecology and learn about the importance of riparian forest buffers.
This advanced course in watershed education knowledge and pedagogy will take place online, on campus, and on the water.
Enjoy time outside creating in nature with Stroud Water Research Center, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and Curio. Gallery and Creative Supply.
Join us for a special lecture by Bern Sweeney, Ph.D., celebrating Ruth Patrick, Ph.D., and her groundbreaking 1948 study of the Conestoga River.
You'll learn the skills necessary to assemble, program, and deploy a water monitoring station, with the understanding that the DIY journey has just begun!
Learn how rain gardens improve water quality, reduce flooding, recharge wells, filter pollutants, reduce summer heat, and keep our water clean.
Learn about a fun, hands-on tool for people of all ages that demonstrates how our actions on land impact stream life and water quality.
Join us for educational activities in Brandywine Park followed by a paddle from the park to the confluence of the Brandywine and Christina rivers.
The 2024 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence will be presented to Paul Greenberg, American fisherman and award-winning author.
Teachers, curriculum coordinators, administrators, and nonformal educators will learn how to incorporate STEELS standards into their instruction.
Join us to learn the hallmarks of healthy, well-functioning stream ecosystems and how streams respond to a variety of land uses and pollutants.
Join us or one of our partner organizations virtually or in person to learn how road salt impacts local waterways.
Discover how road salt impacts our streams! Join us at in person or online to explore findings and solutions for protecting fresh water.
Learn how to assess and support stream health with Scott Ensign, Ph.D., assistant director, vice president, and research scientist at Stroud Water Research Center.
Learn how to implement ecological, low-impact solutions to help reduce flooding, prevent erosion, and improve water quality while enhancing your landscape.
Join us for an introduction to outdoor learning experiences highlighting real-world applications of scientific concepts in watershed education.
Enjoy live music, children’s activities, exhibits, vendors, educational hikes, good food, and other live entertainment. Stop by our exhibit and say hello!
Whether you’re a horse enthusiast or like spending a fun day with family and friends in the beautiful countryside, it’s time to make plans for the Willowdale Steeplechase!
From jewelry to great adventures, we've got you covered! The auction will open on Friday, May 16 and close on Tuesday, May 20.
Tee off “fore” fresh water at our annual golf invitational to support freshwater research, environmental education, and watershed restoration.
Get the skills necessary to assemble, program, and deploy a water monitoring station, with the understanding that the DIY journey has just begun!
Join the Stroud Center and Xylem Watermark for a monthlong game and a June 18 webinar in support of clean fresh water.
Join us for expert insights on stream ecology, threats to freshwater ecosystems, and the role of riparian forests in restoring them.
Join us for expert insights on stream ecology, threats to freshwater ecosystems, and the role of riparian forests in restoring them.
Learn how to create an exciting and accessible short-term stream critter environment to connect with K–12 students and public audiences.
Join staff from Stroud Water Research Center and Hawk Mountain to hear about a local initiative to pair raptor conservation with watershed restoration.
Immerse yourself in a night of hymns, celebrating the life-giving power of water through beautiful imagery of rivers, streams, and renewal.
Discover science-backed strategies that help stream ecosystems recover from degradation.
Pennsylvania teachers, join us to learn how to implement GIS tools, watershed inquiry, and environmental literacy in your classroom practices.
Join Stroud Water Research Center and Brandywine Polo Club for a fun night benefiting freshwater research, education, and watershed restoration.
No matter who you are or where you live, whether you’ve been fishing or not, if you’re ready to learn, explore, and be a safe angler, fishing is for you!
This beautiful and moving film reveals our profound relationship with water and its role as the nourishing force for all living things on this planet.
The 2025 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence will be presented to Paul O’Callaghan, a visionary leader in water innovation and sustainability.
Join us for a fun-filled day to study the ecosystem and wildlife in the White Clay Creek and learn the basics of fly fishing!
Help assess road salt pollution levels and patterns in streams and rivers to better understand how salt accumulates across different landscapes.
Join us for a special MWEE Ambassador Training and learn a fun, immersive way to engage with watershed science.
As sea levels rise, the threat is not just the swelling sea, but the encroaching salt that kills forests and affects farmable land.
Join us for a monthly volunteer day to help the streamside forest and pollinator garden in Lancaster's Overlook Park thrive.
Help us plant trees in Cochranville with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation!
Discover what research in the canopy of Costa Rican cloud forests is revealing about the impact of climate change on these sensitive ecosystems.
Join us for a monthly volunteer day to help the streamside forest and pollinator garden in Lancaster's Overlook Park thrive.
Join us to hear the results of the fall snapshot, participate in the discussion, and learn ways you can help keep our fresh water … fresh!
Join us for a celebration of the community’s commitment to freshwater resources!