SAV Seekers Training; Part 1

Ever wondered what's growing beneath the surface of Delaware's rivers, bays, ponds, streams and ditches? Well, there may be submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), and we need your help to find it! Join us for an engaging hands-on training to become a SAV Seeker—a community scientist helping to monitor the underwater grasses that sustain our waterways. This program will set you on the path to conduct comprehensive, adaptable transect-based monitoring effort across fresh and brackish waters, with ongoing support from dedicated Program Coordinators.

Your Journey to Becoming a SAV Seeker:

Part 1 (This Training): Classroom learning with hands-on activities

Part 2: In-field training at a monitoring site near you—we'll group participants by location

Part 3: Complete and pass an open-book knowledge test

Go Time: Start collecting data that contributes to Delaware's statewide SAV database!