Watershed Watch -- Saturday, October 3, 9 am - 12 pm
Get a snapshot of the health of the Boise River watershed by monitoring water quality! Citizen groups, schools, families, and individuals are invited to participate in this fun event which takes place at 20 sites along the Boise River, ponds and creeks from Lucky Peak to Star. No experience necessary! A knowledgeable trainer will meet you at your assigned location to assist with monitoring. Sign up by September 15 by calling the Boise WaterShed at (208) 489-1284 or email BoiseWaterShed@cityofboise.org. Please indicate your name, mailing address, email, phone, number of volunteers in group, and preferred monitoring location.
See the 2008 Citizen Monitoring Day (PDF) report for last year's results and more information.
Mark Storm Drains -- Spring/Summer/Fall
Storm drain marking is a visual reminder that storm drains are for stormwater only. Marking involves people in the community, educates residents, and increases awareness about the importance of the river and the environment. Contact the Boise Public Works Department at 384-3901 or send an e-mail to ahughes@cityofboise.org to reserve the free marking kits. Visit www.PartnersForCleanWater.org for more information.