Category: Nitrate Watch
The State of Nitrate Pollution (Webinar)
Nitrate is a chemical compound made of nitrogen, and it is a naturally occurring vital component of our ecosystems. However, humans have been contributing unhealthy levels of nitrogen to our…
The Value of Citizen Science (Webinar)
What is citizen science, and how can it improve our understanding of the world around us? Join Caroline Nickerson, Program Manager of SciStarter, and the Save Our Streams team for…
Healthy Soil, Healthy Water (Webinar)
The health of our streams, lakes, and wetlands depends heavily on the health of the soils upstream. But just what does “soil health” mean? Why is it so important? How…
Agriculture: Water Quality Problem or Solution? (Webinar)
Agriculture can get a bad rap when it comes to discussions about water quality and water pollution. It’s important to remember, however, that this same industry also holds the keys…
Nitrate Watch standards alignment
This document lists the Next Generation Science Standards which can be supported through participation in the Nitrate Watch program.
Reducing Nitrate Pollution at Home fact sheet
This fact sheet outlines actions that individuals can take to reduce nitrate pollution in their neighborhood.
Cost of Nitrate Pollution fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information about the economic impact of nitrate pollution.
Letter to the Editor & Op-ed Guide
Looking for guidance on submitting a Letter to the Editor? Check out the LTE/Op-ed Guide.
Healthy Soil, Clean Water fact sheet
This fact sheet provides examples of conservation practices that can be implemented on the landscape to promote healthy soil and clean water.
Your kit will include a bottle containing 25 nitrate test strips which you can use to test your water source(s) throughout the year. You’ll also receive postcards explaining how to use your nitrate test strips and how to share your Nitrate Watch results on the Clean Water Hub.
Your kit will include four test strips so you can test your waterway throughout the season. You’ll also receive a chart to help you interpret your results and a postcard with instructions for completing a Salt Watch test and reporting your findings.