2024 Freshwater Snorkeling education program

The US Forest Service and White River Partnership are pleased to host our Freshwater Snorkeling school education program again this fall.

Here are the program highlights:

WHEN: Weekdays, September 9-20, from approximately 9am-2pm; program is weather-dependent
WHO: up to 50 students/day, grades 4-6, from White River valley schools (see White River valley map here)
WHERE: West Branch Restoration Site on the Green Mountain National Forest (2924 Brandon Mountain Road, Rochester, VT)
WHAT: explore the impact of land use on water quality and biodiversity through hands-on snorkeling and waterbug collection activities; utilize the accompanying curriculum before or after the event (optional)
HOW: all participants must sign a waiver and photo permission form; equipment provided to snorkel and to collect waterbugs; porta-potties and changing tents available; dress to get wet and bring your own lunch, towel, and change of clothes

Interested in participating?

Please contact WRP Watershed Scientist Dan ‘rudi’ Ruddell for more information: rudiATwhiteriverpartnership.org