By Christine Heinrichs
Help protect your local watershed and monitor water quality in the Central Coast! Volunteer for the 26th annual Snapshot Day and become an essential part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary water quality monitoring team.
On Snapshot Day, participants will have the unique opportunity to collect water quality samples from streams that flow into the Monterey Bay NNS. The data you gather helps sanctuary staff understand and protect the health of our local waters.
What’s Involved?
• Sign up via this https://bit.ly/4tpRLyu
• Attend a one-hour training session, either in person or online.
• Collect water samples and field data with your team on May 2 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Anyone interested in learning about water quality is invited to participate. Under 18? No problem—just bring a guardian and transportation.
Training sessions take place April 18, from 3 – 4 p.m. at the Coastal Discovery Center (CA-1 and SLO San Simeon Rd, San Simeon) or online on April 20, from 6 – 7 p.m. via Zoom
After signing up, volunteers receive emails with all the details, including training reminders, event logistics, and any paperwork. Share this opportunity with friends, family, and colleagues! The Sanctuary relies on volunteers for the success of this important effort.
Christine Heinrichs is the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council SLO At-Large member. Follow her on Facebook, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Substack.
