Aquatic Invasive Species Training
Learn How to Identify and Report Aquatic Invasive Species! The St. Louis River Alliance’s AIS Sentry Program is a citizen science based early detection program. It is designed to empower community members to recognize and report possible AIS sightings from across the region. The new Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Sentry Training Program connects you to the river by helping you learn about its delicate ecosystem. Education is essential in preventing new introductions and the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species.
Become a Certified SENTRY Monitor
Click the link HERE to be redirected to our Thinkific site to register for the online training. There you will fill out a form, and Eureka! That’s it. Access to the online training will be granted immediately for you to get started. There is no cost to register.
Email outreach@stlouisriver.org for details.
Education on:
Lake and river ecology and its relationship to AIS
How to identify common aquatic plants and animals, both native and invasive
How to conduct surveys of native and invasive species in the field (on the water)
How to record data and report findings