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Stroud Center Executive Director David B. Arscott along with Director of Watershed Restoration Matthew Ehrhart and Senior Research Scientist Jackson, Ph.D., accept the Watershed Champion award.
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.
STREAM Girl with her catch -- a bluegill.
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.
West Chester University students at a Winter Salt Week event.
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.
An adult mayfly with large eyes sitting on a leaf.
Four Seasons of Salt Threaten Wildlife
UpStream 2025, Issue #2
Excessive winter salt use is leading to year-round pollution in fresh water. Discover why this is a problem and what you can do about it.
Two entomologist preparing a sample and recording data alongside a stream.
Conducting World-Leading, Innovative Freshwater Research
UpStream 2025, Issue #2
On the Start Local podcast, John Jackson, Ph.D., shares insights into how the Stroud Center uses innovative science to protect and preserve fresh water.
Young riparian buffer in Franklin Township, Pa.
Stroud Center Receives Foxwynd Foundation Grant to Gather Data on Impact of Watershed Restoration Efforts
UpStream 2025, Issue #2
The grant will help Stroud Water Research Center collect much-needed environmental data to inform spending on water quality investments.
A close view of green-dyed road salt on a walking path in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Mapping the Hidden Impacts of Road Salt on Our Streams
UpStream 2025, Issue #1
This January, the Stroud Center joins a multistate effort to collect data and raise awareness about road salt’s effects on fresh water.
Toren Peterson on a beach with his wife, son, and dog.
Connecting Passion and Purpose
UpStream 2025, Issue #1
New Director of Institutional Advancement and Major Gifts Toren Peterson plans to bring major support to Stroud Water Research Center.
Rod Moorhead and Bern Sweeney fishing on a river.
In Memoriam: Rodman W. Moorhead III
UpStream 2025, Issue #1
We mourn the loss of a longtime board member, ardent supporter, and transformative leader whose impact on our organization will be felt for generations.
A community science volunteers stands next to an EnviroDIY Monitoring Station on the banks of a small stream.
Study: Community Science Can Aid Water Resource Monitoring
UpStream 2024, Issue #12
After examining water quality data from community scientists, researchers say it has value, but volunteers need support.
An EnviroDIY monitoring station next to a USGS gaging station on White Clay Creek near Avondale.
Is EnviroDIY Water Quality Data as Good as USGS?
UpStream 2024, Issue #12
Researchers compared sensor accuracy, precision, and response under controlled conditions. Learn what the data shows.
A crew of four men work on a newly planted riparian buffer.
Cutting Waste in the Reforestation of Riparian Zones
UpStream 2024, Issue #12
An update on research seeks to reduce plastic waste, maintenance costs, and the mortality of planted trees and shrubs.

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