Stream School is a two-day classroom and field workshop in which participants are introduced to basic stream ecology and biological monitoring and assessment techniques for streams and rivers. Attendees learn how to collect and identify the organisms (e.g., bugs) living in the water that are key indicators of stream health. Stream School is usually held twice a year – generally in the Spring and Fall.
Water Quality Exchange (WQX) and Water Quality Portal (WQP)
WQX is the mechanism for community water monitoring organizations to share their data with NJDEP programs or others across New Jersey and the nation. WQP is the mechanism for anyone, including the public, to retrieve water monitoring data stored in WQX.
Visit the EPA water quality data website to view training videos and other helpful resources related to WQX and WQP. For further guidance, please contact the NJ Watershed Watch Network.
Throughout the year the NJ Watershed Ambassadors host training opportunities in your local watershed. These trainings are introductions to NJDEP’s biological assessment and habitat (visual) assessment protocols. To find a training near you, follow us on Facebook.
For more information, please contact Kimberly Cenno, Bureau Chief, Bureau of Environmental Analysis, Restoration and Standards at (609) 633-1441.
