Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Tuscaloosa Co
2019-02-09 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Tuscaloosa County Extension Office, 2513 7th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Trainers: TBD
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Tuscaloosa County Extension Office
2513 7th St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Workshop Description: Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Environmental Education Association of Alabama Conference
2019-02-28 - 2019-03-02
The Environmental Education Association of Alabama (EEAA) is a non-profit group comprised of educators and professionals involved in teaching about the environment. EEAA is an affiliate of the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE).

Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Calhoun Co
2019-03-02 10:00 - 13:00 | JSU’s Martin Hall – Room 202 (Collaborative Classroom), 700 Pelham Rd N, Jacksonville, AL, 36265, United States
Trainers: Whitney Flynn and Dana Herren
Workshop Contact Email: whitneyh777@gmail.com
Workshop Location:
Jacksonville State University
Martin Science Hall Room 202 (Collaborative Classroom)
700 Pelham Rd Jacksonville, AL 36265
Workshop Description: Detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.

River Rendezvous with Chattahoochee River Keeper
2019-03-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Valley City Hall, 20 Fob James Dr., Valley, AL, 36584, United States
**This event is not hosted by Alabama Water Watch**
Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about the Moores Creek stream project and collect water samples. This will be a fun, family-friendly event – bring your friends and kids!
Registration begins at Valley City Hall at 9:30 am Eastern. Breakfast will be provided.
View event flyer here.
Valley City Hall
20 Fob James Dr.
Valley, AL 36854

Alabama Rivers Alliance Water Rally 2019
2019-03-15 08:00 - 2019-03-17 17:00 | Camp Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Lane, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
When: March 15-17
Where: Camp Beckwith in Fairhope, AL
Event Host: Alabama Rivers Alliance
Event Website: https://alabamarivers.org/?event=alabama-water-rally-2019
Alabama Water Rally is the annual gathering of Alabama’s network of water advocates and allies hosted by the Alabama Rivers Alliance. This is an educational, networking and celebratory event for community and watershed based organizations as well as individual Alabamians interested in #CleanWater and protection of all our waterways. The conference moves to different regions of the state each year so that it is accessible to citizens and groups from all parts of Alabama. In 2019, we escape together to Camp Beckwith in beautiful Fairhope, Alabama.
Dr. Bill Deutsch will be the keynote speaker at Alabama Water Rally. He will inspire with a presentation from his new book, Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge.
Check website for registration and lodging details and fees.
CLICK HERE FOR 2019 ALABAMA WATER RALLY REGISTRATION

CANCELLED - Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Dale Co
2019-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Dale County Extension Office, 202 AL-123, Ozark, AL, 36360, United States
**This workshop has been cancelled. Participants registered for this workshop will be given registration priority when the workshop is re-scheduled.**
Trainers: TBD
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Dale County Extension Office
202 AL-123
Ozark, AL 36360
Workshop Description: Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

World Water Day
2019-03-22
http://www.worldwaterday.org/

Alabama Water Watch Benefit Bass Tournament
2019-03-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Wind Creek State Park, 4325 AL-128, Alexander City, AL, 35010, United States
Saturday, March 23 2019
Safe Light – 3:00 PM Central
Wind Creek State Park
Open boat benefit bass tournament for Auburn University affiliated Alabama Water Watch Program. Entry fee is $120 per boat and we will fish from Safe Light until 3pm central.
Follow the links below to learn more.
Click here to register online.
Mail-in Entry Form (PDF)

Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Lee Co, AL
2019-04-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Alabama Water Watch, 559 Devall Drive, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
Trainers: TBD
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
CASIC Building
559 Devall Drive
Auburn, AL 36849
Workshop Description: Detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.

CANCELLED - Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Lee Co, AL
2019-04-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Alabama Water Watch, 559 Devall Drive, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
**This workshop has been cancelled. Participants registered for this workshop will be given registration priority when the workshop is re-scheduled.**
Trainers: TBD
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
CASIC Building
559 Devall Drive
Auburn, AL 36849
Workshop Description: Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Alabama Book Festival
2019-04-13 | Old Alabama Town, 301 Columbus Street, Montgomery, AL, 36104, United States
Dr. Bill Deutsch will be on the panel of authors at this year’s Alabama Book Festival! He will talk about his new book, Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge.
Festival activities include panels with Alabama-native authors, vendors, exhibitors, and book signings. Check out the event website for more information!
http://www.alabamabookfestival.org/welcome.html
This event is not hosted by Alabama Water Watch.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - St. Clair County
2019-04-13 09:30 - 14:30 | Lakeside Landing Marina Conference Room, 4600 Martin St. South, Cropwell, AL, 35054, United States
Trainer: Linda Ruethemann
Workshop Contact: Isabella Trussell
Workshop Contact Email: itrussell@aol.com
Workshop Contact Phone: 205-884-4169
Workshop Location:
Lakeside Landing Conference Room
4600 Martin St. South
Cropwell, AL 35054
Workshop Description: Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.
Message from the Trainer: Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided). Wear sunscreen and shoes that can get wet and muddy during the outdoor portion of the training. A hat or visor would be handy as sunglasses are not worn during practice tests.

Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Baldwin County
2019-05-04 08:30 - 12:30 | Graham Creek Nature Preserve – Kayak Launch, Wolf Bay Dr, Foley, AL, 36535, United States
Trainer: Jackie McGonigal and Homer Singleton
Workshop Contact: Homer Singleton
Workshop Contact Email: 1fishawk@gmail.com
Workshop Contact Phone:251-597-3455
Workshop Location:
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
23030 Wolf Bay Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water monitor! Learn to detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.

Alabama Coastal Foundation - Good Life Ride
2019-05-11 | Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, Orange Beach, AL, 36561, United States
*This event is not hosted by Alabama Water Watch*
Event Description: A scenic coastal Alabama, environmentally conscious, and fun bicycle ride. The Alabama Coastal Foundation is hosting the 10th Annual Good Life Ride on May 11, which is the Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend. This year, we are excited to provide three routes – 2, 9, and 19 miles – taking place in the beautiful Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail!
The deadline for online registration is Wednesday, May 8th. Registration fees vary. See event website for details.
Click here to go to the event’s website.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Dale County
2019-05-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Dale County Extension Office, 202 AL-123, Ozark, AL, 36360, United States
Trainers: AWW Staff
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Dale County Extension Office
202 AL-123
Ozark, AL 36360
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Learn to test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Baldwin County
2019-05-25 08:30 - 13:30 | Graham Creek Nature Preserve – Kayak Launch, Wolf Bay Dr, Foley, AL, 36535, United States
Trainer: Jackie McGonigal and Homer Singleton
Workshop Contact: Homer Singleton
Workshop Contact Email: 1fishawk@gmail.com
Workshop Contact Phone:251-597-3455
Workshop Location:
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
23030 Wolf Bay Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Alabama Rivers Educator Workshop - Camp McDowell
2019-06-05 08:00 - 2019-06-06 12:00 | Camp McDowell, 105 Delong Rd, Nauvoo, AL, 35578, United States
REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 5PM TODAY!!!
Calling all educators, outreach and Extension specialists, classroom teachers and volunteers who work with 4th-12th grades!
SAVE THE DATE for a new workshop series based on AWW Founder Dr. Bill Deutsch’s new book, Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge. The workshop will cover a brand-new curriculum based on the book, and will cover natural and human history, geology, geography, and many more topics as they relate to Alabama’s rivers. More information on venues and registration coming soon.
When: June 5-6, 2019
Where: Camp McDowell in Nauvoo, AL
Registration Fee: $35
VIEW WORKSHOP FLYER HERE
With Registration Fee, Participants Receive:

Certification as a facilitator of the Alabama Rivers workshop curriculum
Copy of Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge by Dr. Bill Deutsch
Book reading guide/companion curriculum
Access to supplemental online digital resources
Continuing Education Units from Auburn University
Support with the implementation of the curriculum and activities
Programs specific to workshop host environmental centers (including floats, boat tours, and more!)
Food and lodging during the workshop

Alabama Rivers Workshop - Spanish Fort
2019-06-20 08:00 - 2019-06-21 14:00 | Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Office, 30571 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort, AL, 36527, United States
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
Calling all educators, outreach and Extension specialists, classroom teachers and volunteers who work with 4th-12th grades!
SAVE THE DATE for a new workshop series based on AWW Founder Dr. Bill Deutsch’s new book, Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge. The workshop will cover a brand-new curriculum based on the book, and will cover natural and human history, geology, geography, and many more topics as they relate to Alabama’s rivers. More information on venues and registration coming soon.
When: June 20-21, 2019
Where: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Office, Spanish Fort, AL
Registration Fee: $35
VIEW WORKSHOP FLYER HERE
With Registration Fee, Participants Receive:

Certification as a facilitator of the Alabama Rivers workshop curriculum
Copy of Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge by Dr. Bill Deutsch
Book reading guide/companion curriculum
Access to supplemental online digital resources
Continuing Education Units from Auburn University
Support with the implementation of the curriculum and activities
Programs specific to workshop host environmental centers (including floats, boat tours, and more!)
Food and lodging during the workshop

2019 Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting
2019-06-22 | Historic Blakeley State Park, 34745 State Hwy 225, Spanish Fort, AL, 36527, United States
Registration is now closed.

Save the date for the 2019 AWW Annual Meeting at Historic Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort, AL

Pre-Annual Meeting Water Chemistry Recertification
2019-06-22 08:00 - 09:00 | Historic Blakeley State Park, 34745 State Hwy 225, Spanish Fort, AL, 36527, United States
This recertification session will be held before the AWW Annual Meeting from 8:00-9:00 AM
Workshop Contact:
Sydney Smith
awwprog@auburn.edu
334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Blakeley State Park – specific location details coming soon

CANCELLED Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Lee County AL
2019-07-11 13:00 - 17:00 | Alabama Water Watch, 559 Devall Drive, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM FOR REGISTRATION.
Trainers: AWW Staff
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
CASIC Building
559 Devall Drive
Auburn, AL 36849
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Learn to detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.

Alabama Watershed Steward Program
2019-07-16 09:00 - 17:00 | CASIC Building, 559 Devall Drive, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
*This workshop and related materials have been developed by the Pepperell Branch Watershed Partnership. Alabama Water Watch is a partner for this program.*
Join us for the first opportunity to become an Alabama Watershed Steward!
Facilitators: Pepperell Branch Watershed Partnership and AWW Staff
Workshop Cost: $10 + tax (catered lunch provided)
Workshop Contact: Nikki Dictson
Phone: 979-575-4424
Email: ndictson@auburn.edu
Website: https://aub.ie/pepperell
Workshop Location:
CASIC Building, Room 109
559 Devall Drive
Auburn, AL 36849
Workshop Description:
Alabama Watershed Stewards (AWS) is a statewide science-based educational program that promotes healthy watersheds, increases understanding of water pollution, and provides the knowledge and tools needed to prevent and resolve local water quality problems.
Stewardship means taking the responsibility to care for the well-being of something that is valued. Watershed stewardship is for everyone and all are welcome, we all live in a watershed and depend on its valuable resources.
In this one-day workshop, learn about how you can protect and restore Alabama’s abundant water resources ranging from fast-flowing mountain streams to large, lazy rivers to picturesque coastlines.
During the training you will learn about:

Watershed Systems: What they are and how they work
Watershed Quality: Learn about water quality and quantity in Alabama
How you can improve watershed function
Community-driven watershed management
Much more!

REGISTER TODAY! To register follow the link below:
https://www.aces.edu/event/aws-auburn-07-16-2019/

Alabama Rivers Workshop - Lee County Historical Society
2019-07-18 10:00 - 2019-07-19 16:00 | Lee County Historical Society, 6500 Stage Road, Loachapoka, AL, 36865, United States
If you are coming in far from town and need lodging, requests must be submitted before July 1!
Calling all educators, outreach and Extension specialists, classroom teachers and volunteers who work with 4th-12th grades!
SAVE THE DATE for a new workshop series based on AWW Founder Dr. Bill Deutsch’s new book, Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge. The workshop will cover a brand-new curriculum based on the book, and will cover natural and human history, geology, geography, and many more topics as they relate to Alabama’s rivers. More information on venues and registration coming soon.
This workshop will include a Stream Biomonitoring Certification through Exploring Our Living Streams: Stream Biomonitoring.
When: July 18-19, 2019
Where: Lee County Historical Society Pioneer Park, Loachapoka, AL
Registration Fee: $35
VIEW WORKSHOP FLYER HERE
With Registration Fee, Participants Receive:

Certification as a facilitator of the Alabama Rivers workshop curriculum
Copy of Alabama Rivers, A Celebration and Challenge by Dr. Bill Deutsch
Book reading guide/companion curriculum
Access to supplemental online digital resources
Continuing Education Units from Auburn University
Support with the implementation of the curriculum and activities
Programs specific to workshop host environmental centers (including floats, boat tours, and more!)
Food and lodging during the workshop

General Workshop Agenda:
Day 1 – Thursday, July 18
10 AM – 5 PM
Programming will include:
• Overview of Alabama Rivers: A Celebration & Challenge
• Instruction on how to use The Educator’s Guide to Alabama Rivers
• Demonstration on select lessons and activities from the Guide
9:30 am Registration @ Pioneer Park
12:00 pm Lunch (Provided)
5:00 pm Adjourn
Day 2 – Friday, July 19
9 AM – 4 PM
Programming will include:
· Introduction to Exploring Our Living Streams (EOLS) and monitoring with students
· Demonstration on select lessons and activities from EOLS
· Stream bioassessment in the field
· Continuation of select lessons and activities from the Educator’s Guide to Alabama Rivers
9:00 am Welcome and Introductions
12:00 Lunch
1:30 pm Stream Biomonitoring in the Field
4:00 pm Adjourn

Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Cullman County
2019-07-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Riverwood Outdoors, 7581 County Road 35, Bremen, AL, 35033, United States
Trainers: Taylor Steele and Stephen Morros
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Riverwood Outdoors
7581 County Road 35
Bremen, AL 35033
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Learn to detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.
Workshop Cancellation Disclaimer: Please register early. Workshops will be cancelled 7 days prior to the event in the case of low enrollment.
Alabama Water Watch reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or relocate a workshop the registration minimum is not met or if inclement weather or other hazardous natural event is predicted during the time of the workshop. When a workshop is cancelled, registered attendees will be notified immediately and will receive notice of future workshops.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Winston County
2019-07-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Arley Fire Department, Helican Rd Rt 71, Arley, AL, 35541, United States
Trainer: Stephen Morros
Workshop Contact: Sydney Smith
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Arley Fire Department
Helican Rd Rt 71
Arley, AL 35541
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop - Lee County
2019-07-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Alabama Water Watch, 559 Devall Drive, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
Trainer: AWW Staff
Workshop Contact: Sydney Smith
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
CASIC Building
559 Devall Drive
Auburn, AL 36849
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies.

Water Chemistry Monitoring Workshop -Dauphin Island
2019-07-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Dauphin Island Sea Lab Shelby Auditorium, 101 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL, 36528, United States
Trainer: Cade Kistler
Workshop Contact: Braxton Orso or Mobile Baykeeper
Workshop Contact Email: borso@mobilebaykeeper.org
Workshop Contact Phone: 251-422-8105 (Braxton) or 251-433-4229 (Mobile Baykeeper Office)
Workshop Location:
Dauphin Island Sea Lab – DISL Shelby Auditorium
101 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island AL, 36528
CLICK HERE TO VIEW A FACILITY MAP OF DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Test physical and chemical characteristics of water to determine pollution sources and long-term trends in water quality. Six variables are measured with a customized test kit, and results can be compared with water quality standards that define conditions for healthy waterbodies. Message from the
Trainer: All activities will take place indoors. Bring a sack lunch and water bottle.

Bacteriological Monitoring Workshop - Dale County
2019-07-31 09:00 - 14:00 | Dale County Extension Office, 202 AL-123, Ozark, AL, 36360, United States
Trainers: AWW Staff
Workshop Contact Email: awwprog@auburn.edu
Workshop Contact Phone: 334-844-4785
Workshop Location:
Dale County Extension Office
202 South Highway 123
Ozark, AL 36360
Workshop Description: Become a certified volunteer water quality monitor! Learn to detect levels of E.coli and other coliform bacteria in water as indicators of contamination. Determine if water is safe for drinking, swimming and aquatic life.DaleDa

Alabama Watershed Stewards Program
2019-08-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Opelika SportsPLEX, 1001 Andrews Rd, Opelika, AL, 36801, United States
*This workshop and related materials have been developed by the Pepperell Branch Watershed Partnership. Alabama Water Watch is a partner for this program.*
Join us for the first opportunity to become an Alabama Watershed Steward!
Facilitators: Pepperell Branch Watershed Partnership and AWW Staff
Workshop Cost: $10 + tax (catered lunch provided)
Workshop Contact: Nikki Dictson
Phone: 979-575-4424
Email: ndictson@auburn.edu
Website: https://aub.ie/pepperell
Workshop Location:
Opelika SportsPLEX
1001 Andrews Rd
Opelika, AL 36801
Workshop Description:
Alabama Watershed Stewards (AWS) is a statewide science-based educational program that promotes healthy watersheds, increases understanding of water pollution, and provides the knowledge and tools needed to prevent and resolve local water quality problems.
Stewardship means taking the responsibility to care for the well-being of something that is valued. Watershed stewardship is for everyone and all are welcome, we all live in a watershed and depend on its valuable resources.
In this one-day workshop, learn about how you can protect and restore Alabama’s abundant water resources ranging from fast-flowing mountain streams to large, lazy rivers to picturesque coastlines.
During the training you will learn about:

Watershed Systems: What they are and how they work
Watershed Quality: Learn about water quality and quantity in Alabama
How you can improve watershed function
Community-driven watershed management
Much more!

REGISTER TODAY! To register follow the link below:
https://www.aces.edu/event/aws-opelika-08-08-2019/

Alabama Water Resources Symposium & Conference
2019-09-04 - 2019-09-06 | Perdido Beach Resort, 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach, AL, United States
The Alabama Water Resources Conference is the premiere water conference in the state. It was established in 1986, and has provided a forum for showcasing emerging research, education, and outreach in all aspects of water resources. Important dates for the 2019 Conference are below:
June 1 // 2019 Conference Registration Opens
June 30 // Deadline to Submit Abstracts (Oral and Poster)
July 15 // Selected Oral and Poster Presenters Notified
July 25 // Deadline for Notified Presenters to Confirm Presentations
August 4 // Last Day for Hotel Reservation at Conference Rate
August 4 // Last Day for Early Registration
September 4 // Symposium
September 5 – 6 // Conference
Go to the conference website for more information: https://aaes.auburn.edu/wrc/alwrc-conference/
