Occasionally weather or stream conditions make it necessary to cancel
an Water QQuality Monitoring activity. To save yourself a drive, contact
the WQM Stream Chair of the stream to be monitored.
Blue Springs - contact: Glenn Bish at 314.645.1089 or e-mail at Bish
Current River - contact: Scott Darrough at 314-560-1335 or e-mail at
Darrough Mill Creek - contact: Malcolm Royse at 314-220-8121 or e-mail
at Royse
We all know that funds are really tight for everyone, and the Stream Team Program is facing the same budget cuts as everyone else. First, and foremost, we hope you do get involved and use the equipment you trained to use. But if that is not going to happen, we are collecting the equipment to turn it back over to the state to be re-issued. Did you know that the net used to collect bugs cost the state $50.00? These things are sitting in garages and really need to be in the streams. Please do not think we are being judgmental or harsh, things change. Thank you for your support in this most important effort we are making.
Blue Springs
To be determined
This year our Current River WQM program promises to offer some new
opportunities for those who attend. The above dates were selected to
coincide with other events that will benefit Ozark Fly Fishers, the
Stream Team program and any individual who is interested in
participating. Watch the newsletter and website for informative details
as these monitoring dates approach. If you are a member of the OFF, then
you are considered a member of Stream Team #31. Stream Team training is
not a required prerequisite for attendance. Trained individuals will be
on site to assist newcomers and answer any questions to the best of
their abilities. We encourage the invitation of nonmembers and youth
participation. We are more likely to protect and appreciate our streams
if we have a better understanding of them. Fly fishers remember, - you
will see firsthand the food organisms that comprise the fish’s diet!
Come join us for a good time.
Please always notify if you plan to attend. Current River - contact:
Scott Darrough at 314-560-1335 or
Scott
Current River
April 28
July 13-14 (4th Annual WQM Outing)
October 13
Dates have been set for WQM on Mill Creek. We will meet at the Barn
and Grill in Bourbon, MO for breakfast before heading out for a day of
monitoring and then fishing. More details to follow, so mark your
calendar.
Any questions about Mill Creek WQM, contact Bill Leslie at 314-398-1468
or Bill Leslie
Mill Creek
April 21st
June 23rd
September 15th
Come and take part in one of the oldest and largest stream clean-up traditions in the nation.
In the early years of the club (72-73), we participated in this event. Last year saw a renewed interest as a sizable group turned out in force. This year Stream Team # 31 will once again request your help. Not only is this a fun event but it is also a great way to give back to the resources that we use.
Mark this date on your calendar and watch the newsletter and website for future details.
In the mean time if you have questions contact Scott Darrough at 314-560-1335 or swdarrough@yahoo.com