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The Economic Case for Watershed Restoration
UpStream 2025, Issue #5
Restoration can fuel economic growth, cut costs, create jobs, and provide opportunities for businesses, all while supporting freshwater ecosystems.

Let Your Garden Grow Clean Water
UpStream 2025, Issue #5
If you’ve got the gardening bug, you can cultivate a beautiful landscape that also supports clean water and healthy streams.

We Flipped the Switch!
UpStream 2025, Issue #5
A new solar array will produce enough electricity to reduce the Stroud Center’s energy costs by $5,000 to $6,000 per year.

Salt Rising in N.Y.C. Source Water, New Report Echoes Stroud Center Study
UpStream 2025, Issue #4
Twenty-five years after Stroud Center scientists found high salt levels, a new report shows N.Y.C. water sources are trending toward undrinkable.

Study Points to Farmland as Possible Source of PFAS in Fish
UpStream 2025, Issue #4
The Stroud Center and the Center for PFAS Solutions have been studying how much biosolids are contaminating farmland and adjacent waters since 2021.

That’s a Wrap: Film Fest Draws Enthusiastic Support
UpStream 2025, Issue #4
As we reflect on the success of Trail Creek Outfitters’ 18th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, we are grateful to everyone who made it a memorable night.

Wild World Water Day!
UpStream 2025, Issue #4
The Stroud Center welcomed 160+ visitors for hands-on science, stream fun, and more. Join us on March 21, 2026, for another exciting event!

Stroud Water Research Center Welcomes New Board Members
UpStream 2025, Issue #4
Their collective experience will strengthen our efforts to advance freshwater science, education, and conservation.

Preparing for Trout Season
UpStream 2025, Issue #3
As long as streams will sustain them, Pete Goodman intends to enjoy catching trout in the spring. Here are a few of his tips so you can too.

Stroud Center Named Watershed Champion by Philly–Area Collaborative
UpStream 2025, Issue #3
A collaborative led by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council honors Stroud Center for its role in protecting and restoring the Delaware River Watershed.

Learn to Fish Like a Scientist
UpStream 2025, Issue #3
The Stroud Center's affordable programs introduce youth and adults to freshwater science and stewardship while learning to fish.

Winter Salt Week Unites Those Concerned About Fresh Water
UpStream 2025, Issue #2
In late January, communities came together to measure the impact of road salt on freshwater streams, as they raised awareness and took action.
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