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Expanding Global Learning Opportunities
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
We've synthesized digital, remote, and in-person teaching methods, developed remote learning kits, and tailored programming for local high-needs audiences and learners of all abilities.
How Farming Practices Influence Water Quality and Soil Health
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
Scientists from the Stroud Center and Rodale Institute share what they’re learning from the Watershed Impact Trial on the MOSES Organic Farming Podcast.
Meet Tim Smith, Data Analyst
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
The seeds of interest which would ultimately lead Tim Smith to the Stroud Center were planted along the banks of Yellow Breeches Creek.
Fore Fresh Water Golf Invitational Sees Sunny Skies, Record Participation
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
Golfers enjoyed a sunny 70-degree day at Bidermann Golf Course while supporting our mission to advance knowledge and stewardship of fresh water.
Local Artist Donates Proceeds From Show to Benefit Future of Fresh Water
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
Matthew Shackelford's donation to the Future of Fresh Water Initiative will help foster and train future generations of freshwater stewards.
Charitable Clothing Company Introduces New Items in Support of Clean Fresh Water
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
Check out an amazing line of clothing to outfit your next adventure on the water while supporting Stroud Water Research Center’s mission.
Website Helps Landowners Lease Farms Wisely to Promote Soil Health, Water Quality
UpStream 2021, Issue #6
LandownerHelp.com is a free resource helping landowners grow better relationships with tenant farmers that incentivize long-term investments on land that also address broader environmental impacts.
Landowners Partner With Stroud Center on Stream Restoration Across Watershed
UpStream 2021, Issue #5
Something wonderful is happening on the west branch of Red Clay Creek. It is getting its trees back — and perhaps its native brook trout, too.
Stroud Center Welcomes New Board Members
UpStream 2021, Issue #5
Stroud Water Research Center is pleased to welcome Lee Clark, M.A.B.C., Tracey Nguyen, J.D., M.B.A., and Krysti (Lan Chi) Vo, M.D., to its board of directors.
We’ve Missed This! Stroud Center Resumes Fish Monitoring
UpStream 2021, Issue #5
It feels like a breath of fresh air for our research staff to resume our fish monitoring project in 37 streams of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Earth Week Volunteers Give Streamside Forest a Helping Hand
UpStream 2021, Issue #5
Stroud Water Research Center wrapped up Earth Week by revisiting two streamside tree plantings for spring maintenance.
Treated Sewage Sludge May Be a Pathway for PFAS Contamination of Soil, Water, and Ultimately, Our Food
UpStream 2021, Issue #4
To help understand the extent of this problem in Pennsylvania, scientists are looking at the occurrence and migration of biosolid-derived PFASs into soil and water on agricultural fields.
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