Sat, Jul 25
|Somers Public Library (Blake Room)
Streamwalk Training with Save the Sound
Time & Location
Jul 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Somers Public Library (Blake Room), 2 Vision Blvd, Somers, CT 06071, USA
About the event
Scantic River Watershed Basin Management Plan: Streamwalk Training with Save the Sound
Save the Sound is hosting streamwalk training at the Somers Library from 10 AM – 2 PM. Training will be conducted indoors in the Blake Room from 10 – noon, followed by a demonstration and practice streamwalk in the nearby Gulf Stream (tributary of the Scantic River).
If you live in East Windsor, Ellington, Enfield, Somers, South Windsor, or Stafford, this one's for you! The Connecticut River Conservancy, alongside our partners at the University of St. Joseph, Save the Sound, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP), is developing a Basin Management Plan for the Scantic River Watershed — and we need your help to make it happen.
This event will give you the chance to play a direct role in shaping the future of your local waterways. Streamwalks are a hands-on way to collect valuable data about the health of our streams and rivers — no prior experience required! The morning will begin with an indoor training session, followed by time out on/in the water along a nearby tributary of the Scantic River, the Gulf Stream (approximately .5 mile walk). Stream is accessible via a slope unpaved path. Possibility of poison ivy and poison oak growing along the trail.
It's a great opportunity to learn something new, connect with neighbors, and make a meaningful contribution to the health of our watershed. RSVPs are encouraged so we can plan accordingly — click below to save your spot. We hope to see you there!
You should bring with you:
closed toed shoes and clothing that can get wet
polarized sunglasses
hat
sunscreen
bug repellant
extra layer if it is chilly and dry clothes for afterwards
snacks
water
any necessary medications
All participants must sign a waiver before participating. If you have not already done so you can sign digitally by following the link below or there will be paper waivers on site at the day of the event. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/RVGAcFqfiAtvRSBaFugUkC/
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