CreekWatch monitors the creeks in our community by having citizen scientists collect samples from creeks/outfalls around Pigeon Lake. These samples are sent to a lab for testing for water chemistry and pollutants.

To collect creek samples

Join PLWA staff to take samples from our 8 sample sites once a month during the summer.

Once you sign up, volunteers will receive training resources, supplies, and guidance.

Scheduled sampling dates:

• June 17th, 2022 - PLWA staff joined board member Bob Gibbs to collect water samples from 8 creeks at Pigeon Lake. The samples have been sent to a lab for testing. We will be observing various water quality indicators such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.

• July 9th, 2022 - PLWA staff collected water samples from the beach and creek at Zeiner Provincial Park in addition to the 8 creeks tested last time in response to the fecal coliforms water advisory going out on July 1st.

• August 13th, 2022 - Samples have been collected from 8 creeks as well as Zeiner Creek and Zeiner Beach. This month all creeks had lower flow rates.

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