2025 Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting
2025-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Graham Creek Interpretative Center, 23030 Wolf Bay Dr., Foley , AL, 36535, United States
REGISTER TODAY!
Saturday, June 21
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
Foley, AL
Graham Creek Nature Preserve (GCNP) features a variety of recreational offerings, from its famous pitcher plant bog to walking trails over cypress wetlands and a kayak launch on Wolf Creek. Make sure you schedule time to explore the Preserve while you are down on the coast for Annual Meeting!

NOTE: THE OPTIONAL TOUR OF THE PRESERVE PRIOR TO THE MEETING IS NOW WAITLIST ONLY!!!

Nearby Hotels:
There is no room block for Annual Meeting. We recognize that this is a popular time on the coast, and accommodations near Graham Creek Nature Preserve may be limited. However, there are hotels with availability slightly farther from the Preserve, and we encourage you to book your lodging as early as possible.
Booking.com is a great resource for finding nearby available hotels.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Foley
Hampton Inn Foley
America’s Best Value Inn & Suites- Foley
Sleep Inn & Suites
Hilton Garden Inn Mobile East Bay / Daphne
Nearby Campsites:
Gulf State Park
20115 State Park Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-948-7275
More information can be found at local tourism websites: https://www.gulfshores.com/

AWW Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training - Orange Beach (WAITLIST ONLY)
2025-08-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Wind and Water Learning Center, 26233 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL, 36561, United States
THIS TRAINING HAS REACHED REGISTRATION CAPACITY AND IS NOW WAITLIST ONLY. CONTACT AWWPROG@AUBURN.EDU TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Orange Beach
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
The Volunteer Trainer for this workshop is Jackie McGonigal. You can contact her at jmcgonigal@orangebeach.gov if you need to get in touch.
What is Water Chemistry Monitoring?
What is Bacteriological Monitoring?
Professional Development Hours will be available through PowerSchool for educators who complete training. For more information, please email awwprog@auburn.edu.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by July 22, 2025.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On July 22nd 2025
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on August 6th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On August 8th
Attend the in-person Field Day in City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
City of Orange Beach Wind &Water Learning Center
26233 Canal Rd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12 pm – Lunch Break
1 pm – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
3 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

WEBINAR - Understanding & Advancing AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring: pH, Alkalinity, and Hardness
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Video Webinar), AL, United States
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 from 12-1pm
Learn how to interpret water chemistry water quality test results (specifically pH, Alkalinity, and Hardness) and adapt a monitoring plan to better identify sources of nonpoint source pollution.
Join us for this one-hour webinar where we will discuss how to adapt your water monitoring plan when you find a water quality issue through water chemistry testing. We will provide an overview of how to use the Online AWW Water Data Tools to understand AWW water chemistry monitoring data, how to conduct strategic sampling to narrow down potential pollution sources, and how you can seek out solutions to water quality issues.
This webinar will be most applicable to AL Water Watch Water Chemistry Monitors and members of their watershed groups who utilize the data. However, anyone wanting to learn more about how to use water data to identify and pollution issues in their watersheds will benefit.
Zoom registration is required: https://aub.ie/waterchemistrywebinar2_2025
If you are interested in a recording of the first webinar in the series covering temperature and dissolved oxygen, please contact us: awwprog@auburn.edu or 334-844-4785

AWW Bacteriological & Water Chemistry Monitoring Training - Hartselle
2025-10-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Water Works Center for Environmental Education, 5514 Hwy 31 S, Hartselle, 35640, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Hartselle
REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.

Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by September 23rd, 2025.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On September 23rd
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on October 8th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On October 10th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Water Works Center for Environmental Education in Hartselle, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Water Works Center for Environmental Education
5514 Hwy 31 S
Hartselle, AL 35640
Field Day Schedule: 9am – 4pm
9am – 12pm Bacteriological Monitoring Training
12pm Lunch Break
1pm – 4pm Water Chemistry Monitoring Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Bacteriological & Water Chemistry Monitoring Training - Foley
2025-10-11 09:00 - 15:00
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Foley
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
This training is sponsored by the Baldwin County Commission of Zoning and Planning, and the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program (MBNEP).
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by September 23, 2025.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On September 23rd
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on October 9th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On October 11th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Foley, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Baldwin County Courthouse
201 East Section Ave
Foley, AL 36535
Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12 pm – Lunch Break
1 pm – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
3 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

DATE CHANGE | WEBINAR - Understanding & Advancing AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring: Turbidity, Secchi, and Salinity
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Video Webinar), AL, United States
DATE CHANGE | Webinar will now be Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 12-1pm
Learn how to interpret water chemistry water quality test results (specifically turbidity, Secchi disk depth, and salinity) and adapt a monitoring plan to better identify sources of nonpoint source pollution.
Join us for this one-hour webinar where we will discuss how to adapt your water monitoring plan when you find a water quality issue through water chemistry testing. We will provide an overview of how to use the Online AWW Water Data Tools to understand AWW water chemistry monitoring data, how to conduct strategic sampling to narrow down potential pollution sources, and how you can seek out solutions to water quality issues.
This webinar will be most applicable to AL Water Watch Water Chemistry Monitors and members of their watershed groups who utilize the data. However, anyone wanting to learn more about how to use water data to identify and pollution issues in their watersheds will benefit.
Zoom registration is required: https://aub.ie/waterchemistrywebinar3_2025
If you are interested in a recording of the first two webinars in the series covering temperature and dissolved oxygen, and pH, alkalinity, and hardness, please contact us: awwprog@auburn.edu or 334-844-4785

AWW Stream Biomonitoring Training - Auburn
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest, 3319 Moores Mill Rd, Auburn, AL, 36830, United States
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Auburn
REGISTER HERE!

Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Stream Biomonitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.

Register for training through this form by January 13th, 2026.
On January 13th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business (5pm Central) on January 22nd
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Stream Biomonitoring Course (2 hours)

On January 24th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest (MOT) in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Mary Olive Thomas Demonstration Forest
3319 Moores Mill Rd
Auburn, AL 36830
Tentative Field Day Schedule: 9am – 12pm
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training - Fort Payne
2026-02-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Little River Canyon Center, 4322 Little River Canyon Pkwy, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Fort Payne
REGISTER HERE!

Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
The goal of this training is to promote citizen scientists to monitor water quality in and around the Little River Canyon National Preserve. Volunteer citizen monitors will gather water chemistry and bacteriological monitoring data on select stream locations in the Little River basin and surrounding watersheds to help supplement the monitoring conducted by the National Parks Service.
The training will cover information related to the water environment, watershed health, pollution, water quality standards, and data management. Training participants will be trained and certified in AWW Water Chemistry and Bacteriological Monitoring. Although this training is focused on Little River and nearby monitoring sites in the Park, it is open to anyone interested in getting certified as AWW Volunteer Monitors.
This training is possible thanks to the support of the National Parks Service Little River Canyon Preserve and the Jacksonville State University Canyon Center.

Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by February 10th, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On February 10th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business (5pm Central) on February 25th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On February 27th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Little River Canyon Center in Fort Payne, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Little River Canyon Center
4322 Little River Canyon Rim Pkwy
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Field Day Schedule: 9am – 4pm
9am – 12pm Water Chemistry Monitoring Training
12pm Lunch Break
1pm – 4pm Bacteriological Monitoring Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Bacteriological & Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Montgomery
2026-03-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL, 361101, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Montgomery Zoo
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
This workshop is funded in part by a Clean Water Act 319(h) grant from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management in partnership with the Montgomery Zoo. The overall goal of the project is to improve water quality in the Gailbraith Mill Creek Watershed. Read more about the project here.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by March 3, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On March 3
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By close of business on March 17
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On March 19, 2026
Attend the in-person Field Day in Montgomery, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Montgomery Zoo
2301 Coliseum Parkway
Montgomery, AL 36110
Field Day Schedule: 9am – 4pm
9:00 AM – Water Chemistry Monitoring Training
12:oo PM – Lunch Break
1:00 PM – Bacteriological Monitoring Training
4:00 PM End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Foley
2026-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Graham Nature Preserve, 23030 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley, AL, 36535, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Foley
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
REGISTER HERE!
This workshop is Volunteer-Trainer Led and hosted by the City of Foley Environmental Department and Baldwin County.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by March 3rd, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On March 3rd
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business on March 18th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On March 20th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Foley, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
23030 Wolf Bay Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12 pm – Lunch Break
1 pm – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
4 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training - Huntsville
2026-04-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Huntsville Botanical Gardens, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Huntsville
REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
This training is possible thanks to the support of the Huntsville Botanical Gardens.

Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by March 24th, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On March 24th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business (5pm Central) on April 7th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On April 9th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Huntsville Botanical Gardens in Huntsville, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Huntsville Botanical Garden
4747 Bob Wallace Avenue SW
Huntsville, AL 35805

Field Day Schedule: 9am- 4pm
9:00 AM – Water Chemistry Monitoring Training
12:00 PM – Lunch break
1:00 PM – Bacteriological Monitoring Training
4:00 PM – End of training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Water Chemistry and Stream Biomonitoring Training - Cullman
2026-04-30 09:00 - 16:00 | Heritage Park, 1705 Lee Ave SW, Cullman, AL, 35055, United States
Alabama Water Watch Water Chemistry and Stream Biomonitoring Training – Cullman
Registration is now closed.
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Stream Biomonitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
This workshop is funded in part by a Clean Water Act 319(h) grant from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management in partnership with the City of Cullman. The overall goal of the project is to improve water quality in the Broglen River Watershed.
The goal of this training is to promote citizen scientists to monitor water quality in the Broglen River Watershed in Cullman, AL. Volunteer citizen monitors will gather water chemistry and stream biomonitoring data on select stream locations in the watershed to help support restoration efforts in the area.
The training will cover information related to the water environment, watershed health, pollution, water quality standards, and data management. Training participants will be trained and certified in AWW Water Chemistry and Stream Biomonitoring. Although this training is focused on the Broglen River Watershed, it is open to anyone interested in getting certified as AWW Volunteer Monitors.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by April 14, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On April 14
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business (5pm Central) on April 28
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Stream Biomonitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On April 30
Attend the in-person Field Day in Cullman, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Heritage Park
Cullman, AL
Field Day Schedule: TBD
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

2026 Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting - Opelika, AL
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Opelika Public Library, 1100 Glenn St, Opelika, AL, 36801, United States
Register Today!
Registration closes May 31!!
Join us for the 2026 Alabama Water Watch Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am – 2pm at the Opelika Public Library in Opelika, AL!
Opelika Public Library
1100 Glenn St, Opelika, AL 36801
Lunch will be catered by Butcher Paper – Opelika

Secure your lodging as soon as possible because Auburn-Opelika gets busy in the summer!
Nearby Hotels
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Sleep Inn & Suites Auburn Campus Area I-85
The Hotel at Auburn University Dixon Conference Center
The Collegiate Hotel at Auburn
Candlewood Suites: Auburn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Auburn – University Area
Tent & RV Camping
Chewacla State Park
Wind Creek State Park
Find additional hotels and camping locations at Auburn-Opelika Tourism.
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AWW Staff Recommendations for Local Opelika-Auburn Restaurants
Amsterdam (Casual Dining)
Banditos (Casual Dining)
Boulangerie French Bakery (Bakery & Coffee)
Byron’s Smokehouse (Breakfast & BBQ)
Hamilton’s on Magnolia (Casual Dining)
India Palace (Casual Dining)
Lost Pizza Co (Fast Casual Dining)
Pho Lee (Casual Dining)
Sante (Small Bites)
Stinson’s Breads (Bakery)
Tart n Tartan (Grab & Go)
Taste of Asia (Fast Casual Dining)
The Coffee Shop (Coffee)
The Hound (Casual Dining)
Waldo’s Chicken (Fast Casual Dining)
Well Red (Coffee)
Zazu’s (Fine Dining)

AWW Staff Recommendations for Places to Explore in Opelika-Auburn Area
Chewacla State Park
Creekline Trails of Opelika
Donald E. Davis Arboretum
Kreher Preserve & Nature Center
Toomer’s Drugs (can’t go wrong with a lemonade from Toomer’s!)

AWW Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Foley
2026-08-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Graham Nature Preserve, 23030 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley, AL, 36535, United States
Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Foley
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
REGISTER HERE!
This workshop is Volunteer-Trainer Led and hosted by the City of Foley Environmental Department and Baldwin County.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by August 4th, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On August 4th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Close of Business on August 20th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On August 22nd
Attend the in-person Field Day in Foley, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
23030 Wolf Bay Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12 pm – Lunch Break
1 pm – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
4 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Water Chemistry and Bacteriological Monitoring Training – Auburn
2026-10-15 09:00 - 16:00
Alabama Water Watch Water Chemistry and Bacteriological Monitoring Training – Auburn, AL
Register Here
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
Learn more about Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring with Alabama Water Watch.
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by September 29th, 2026.
2. Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.
On September 29th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on October 13th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On October 15th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL, where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
TBD – Auburn, AL Area
Field Day Schedule:
9 am – Water Chemistry Monitoring Session
12 pm – Lunch Break
1 pm – Bacteriological Monitoring Session
4 pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

AWW Stream Biomonitoring Training - Auburn
2026-10-16 08:30 - 12:30
Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Auburn, AL
Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Stream Biomonitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.
Learn more about Stream Biomonitoring with Alabama Water Watch.
Register Here
Follow these steps to get started:
1. Register for training through this form by September 29th, 2026.
On September 29th
Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on October 13th
Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
Stream Biomonitoring Course (90 minutes)

On October 16th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.
Location:
TBD – Auburn, AL Area
Field Day Schedule:
8:30am – Stream Biomonitoring Training Session
12:30pm – End of Training
You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.
Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.

SAVE THE DATE - Making a Splash Water Education Made Easy with 4-H AWW
2026-12-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Auburn University
SAVE THE DATE
Educator Professional Development Opportunity!
Making a Splash
Water Education Made Easy with 4-H Alabama Water Watch
December 2, 2026
Auburn, AL
Workshop description:
Discover how easy and valuable it is to incorporate water lessons into your outreach and classroom efforts with Making a Splash: Water Education Made Easy with 4-H Alabama Water Watch! Making a Splash is an initiative to engage extension agents, classroom educators, and informal educators across the state in teaching AWW’s water resources programming. More info to come!
Registration will open August 3, 2026!
