the watershed institute is the second oldest watershed organization in the country and has played a crucial role in promoting environmental responsibility throughout new jersey. since 2007, more than 76 tons of trash have been removed from nj waterways by volunteers during watershed stream cleanups and monitoring visits.

recent policy achievements include the nj department of environmental protection’s adoption of the inland flood protection run, and new municipal separate storm sewer permits, both of which watershed institute data helped advocate for. water monitoring and research are the foundation of the institute’s efforts to protect streams and rivers in central new jersey, yet this can only be achieved with volunteer efforts.

come along with me as i learn how to become a stream watcher!