Adopt A Stream

Kristen H., Lab Manager from Dalhousie University, collecting a water sample for Environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. The NSSA just finished collecting almost 100 eDNA samples in 8 watersheds across the province as a part of our Watershed Assessment Towards Ecosystem Recovery (WATER) Project. The water samples will be filtered and filters will then be sent to the lab for analysis. Based on the shed DNA molecules in the water samples, we'll be able to tell which species are pre...sent upstream of where the samples are taken. These results and all of the other ongoing work as a part of this project will help us and our community groups prioritize and focus our efforts in the future to make the biggest positive impact. For more info on eDNA and how it works just follow the link below: https://freshwaterhabitats.org.uk/projects/edna/edna/

The Antigonish Rivers Association in partnership with the Adopt A Stream Program recently completed some important work restoring aquatic habitat in the South River, Antigonish County. Financial support was provided by the NS Sportfish Habitat Fund, DFO's Canadian Nature Fund and the Antigonish Rivers Association. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BqQ7AWfkgw

No one knows lakes and rivers like anglers and we need their help to protect our freshwater! If you like to fish please take our 5-minute survey on invasive fis...h in NS. It doesn't matter if you toss a line once a season or every day, your thoughts matter. The info we gather helps us and other organizations make informed decisions about protecting our native biodiversity. Fill out the survey http://bit.ly/InvasiveFish_Survey for a chance to win a $30 gift card to Bass Pro Shops!! See more

Ever wondered what it takes to remove a dam and restore free-flowing rivers and fish passage? Take part in this LIVE dam removal and watch the decomisioning of the Marieberg Power Plant in Sweden as it happens. Experts in the field of dam removal, fish passage, and freshwater conservation will also be providing commentary throughout the day. The dam removal starts tomorrow, July 1st, at 10:50 our time. Follow the link for more details.