Workshops are taught from late March - early November throughout the state. The schedule is subject to
change based upon the Coordinators availability due to other job responsibilities, weather and other
factors. Various levels of training are available, but usually everyone begins with Level-One. If you are
interested in attending a workshop already scheduled, contact the coordinator or check the calendar to
register for a workshop.
Here are some initial considerations. You must have a minimum of six participants; there is no maximum,
however there are difficulties teaching large groups (> 20) around a stream environment and in those cases
additional assistance may be necessary. The coordinator will work with you to arrange dates and locations
that are convenient. Contact the coordinator to get the process started. Other considerations are described
below.
Logistics: Volunteer organizations, agencies, schools and others wishing to host a
workshop are responsible for logistical considerations such as a safe and appropriate public access
stream site and an additional space (room). Examples include a classroom, conference room, or other
public meeting place such as a picnic shelter (weather permitting). This room is necessary so that
hand-outs can be reviewed and other learning activities can be taught prior to the field portion of the
workshop. If the host decides to provide refreshments for the participants, they may charge the
appropriate fees for the food and drink and the facilities; however, there is no charge for the
stream-monitoring workshop.
Resource materials will be provided based upon registration and may be mailed to participants prior to the
workshop if their registration is completed in a timely manner, or the materials may be available on-site.
Participants have the option of completing an exam, which upon passing certifies the volunteer pursuant to
the §22-11-13 of the WV Code. If you are affiliated with a group who wants to begin a monitoring program,
not everyone in the group needs to be certified, however a certified volunteer should be present during
surveys. Basic monitoring equipment is available to certified monitoring groups that agree to the program’s
MOU.