Citizen Scientists Protect Wekiva River


Author: The Daily News Now! March 2, 2026 Duration: 1:36
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Citizen Scientists Protect Wekiva River

Unveiling the Wekiva River: A Community-Driven Effort to Protect Floridas National Wild and Scenic River

Volunteers from the Florida Springs Institute and Florida Wild and Scenic Rivers Springs Watch program monthly monitor the Wekiva Rivers water quality using simple tools. Despite lacking formal science training, these community scientists play a crucial role in safeguarding their local waterway. Their data, shared publicly online, helps spot future changes and inspires further research or action. The group meets at Wekiva Springs State Park, with canoe skills being helpful but not required.

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