# Stroud Water Research Center: Science Today for Water Tomorrow\. > Stroud Water Research Center advances knowledge and stewardship of freshwater systems through global research, education, and watershed restoration\. Generated by Yoast SEO v28.7, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [Environmental Education](https://stroudcenter.org/education/): Through boots\-in\-the\-water programs, our education department interprets the research of our scientists to a wide audience including educators, students, and their communities\. - [Stroud Preserve](https://stroudcenter.org/history/stroud-preserve/): Characterized by upland meadows, woodlands, agricultural fields, and several small ponds and streams, the Stroud Preserve is a place of scenic beauty, historical interest, and scientific research\. - [Road Salt and Fresh Water](https://stroudcenter.org/salt/) - [Build\-Your\-Own Macroinvertebrate Discovery Tank](https://stroudcenter.org/macros/discovery-tank/) - [UpStream Newsletter](https://stroudcenter.org/upstream/) ## Posts - [Stewardship Supports Biodiversity in Belize, Survey Finds](https://stroudcenter.org/news/stewardship-supports-biodiversity-in-belize-survey-finds/): Stroud Center’s comprehensive assessment reveals exceptional biodiversity and establishes a benchmark for freshwater conservation in Belize\. - [Volunteering](https://stroudcenter.org/jobs/volunteer/): Looking for a way to get more involved in freshwater stewardship? Whether you live near or far, we have lots of opportunities for you to help protect, preserve and restore our streams\. - [Stroud Center Weighs In on Pennsylvania’s Proposed PFAS Safeguards](https://stroudcenter.org/news/stroud-center-weighs-in-proposed-pfas-safeguards/): Stroud Center research shows that a variety of PFAS compounds may be found in some soil and water samples from Pennsylvania farm fields treated with biosolids\. - [Plan a Better Stream Investigation](https://stroudcenter.org/news/plan-a-better-stream-investigation/): Use our guide to help make every trip to the stream safe for participants, respectful of the ecosystem, and rewarding for everyone involved\. - [Building Environmental Literacy Through Watershed Education](https://stroudcenter.org/news/building-environmental-literacy-through-watershed-education/): See how the Stroud Center turns freshwater research into place\-based education through partnerships that build environmental literacy and stewardship\. ## Products - [Stroud Center Blue Ball Cap](https://stroudcenter.org/product/blue-ball-cap/): A dark blue adjustable cap made of lightweight, wicking fabric, with Stroud Water Research Center’s logo embroidered on the front and “Since 1967” on the back\. - [Stroud Center Tan Ball Cap](https://stroudcenter.org/product/stroud-center-tan-ball-cap/): A light tan adjustable cap made of lightweight, wicking fabric, with Stroud Water Research Center’s logo embroidered on the front and “Since 1967” on the back\. - [Ball Caps](https://stroudcenter.org/product/ball-cap/): Adjustable caps made of lightweight, wicking fabric, with Stroud Water Research Center's logo embroidered on the front and “Since 1967” embroidered on the back\. Perfect for a tree\-planting event or any other outdoor activity\! - [Hole Sponsor](https://stroudcenter.org/product/hole-sponsor/): • Signage at sponsored tee\. • Two golfer packages\. - [Refreshment Sponsor \(Non\-Golfer\)](https://stroudcenter.org/product/refreshment-sponsor/): Exclusive opportunity\! \ \Prominent signage at on\-course reception stations\ \Logoed cozies at on\-course reception stations\.\ \Opportunity for employees to volunteer on\-course\.\ \Opportunity for tour of the Stroud Center with company or guests\.\ \Six tickets to cocktail reception\ \ ## Events - [2026 Joan and Dick Stroud Memorial Lecture](https://stroudcenter.org/event/2026-joan-and-dick-stroud-memorial-lecture/): Learn how dams affect river health and public safety, why many have outlived their intended purposes, and how removal can help build more resilient communities and ecosystems\. - [Fall Salt\-Pollution Stream Snapshot](https://stroudcenter.org/event/fall-salt-pollution-stream-snapshot/): Help assess road salt pollution levels and patterns in streams and rivers to better understand how salt accumulates year\-round across different landscapes\. - [Overseasoned: Road Salt Pollution Awareness Event](https://stroudcenter.org/event/salt-pollution-water-testing-event-in-harrisburg/): Road salt isn't just a winter problem\. It seeps into our groundwater, making streams salty and harming wildlife year\-round\. - [Stream and Buffer Ecology Workshop](https://stroudcenter.org/event/stream-and-buffer-ecology-workshop-2026/): Riparian buffer practitioners are invited to learn more about the important role that riparian forest buffers play in stream health\. - [The Water’s Edge Gala and Presentation of the 2026 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence](https://stroudcenter.org/event/waters-edge-2026/): Join us at The Water's Edge as we honor Amy Bowers Cordalis, advocate for the Klamath River and Indigenous people\. ## Categories - [Publications](https://stroudcenter.org/category/publications/) - [News](https://stroudcenter.org/category/news/) - [Projects](https://stroudcenter.org/category/projects/) - [Press Releases](https://stroudcenter.org/category/press/) - [People](https://stroudcenter.org/category/people/) ## Testimonial Categories - [Scout Programs](https://stroudcenter.org/testimonial_category/scout-programs/) - [Education Programs](https://stroudcenter.org/testimonial_category/education-programs/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://stroudcenter.org/sitemap_index.xml)