Subject: November News

Benthic Monitoring Report


FOMR's benthic monitoring began on schedule in April and then abruptly halted due to COVID-19 disruptions. Our teams pivoted the best they could to complete as many monitoring sites as possible using same-household monitors. The teams have been getting good practice using new small-mesh nets (500 microns) which now are required. Check out the spring's data scores HERE. 

FOMR Face Masks for Sale


FOMR face masks are ready for purchase! We used a photo of Middle River and it is printed on 3-ply face masks that are comfortable and breathable. Sized for adults.

 

Price: $12 each, shipping/delivery included.

 

Delivery: Depending on your location, etc., we will either mail the masks to you or deliver them!

 

To order:

          1) Go to the FOMR website.

 

          2)  Click on the 'Donate Now' button.

 

          3) Enter the total dollar amount for the number of masks you want to buy.

 

          4) Choose to pay either with PayPal (if you have an account) or with another credit or debit card.

 

          5) Please tell us your payment is for masks...so we do not think it is just a donation! In Add special instructions to the seller, write in how many masks you want. Then fill out the rest of the credit card info and submit.

 

Your purchase helps us to continue our mission as a steward of the beautiful Middle River. Thank you so much and stay safe and well! 

Social Media Help Needed

 

FOMR is seeking an enthusiastic volunteer to lead FOMR’s online social presence on Facebook, Twitter, and possibly Instagram. We are looking for someone who will engage with our members on a variety of topics by creating or sharing weekly posts about river science, stewardship, and recreation. The person(s) taking on this position will coordinate with our watershed administrator to announce FOMR events and activities. Interested? Let’s chat and see what’s possible! Call Kate at 540-609-8267 (no text) or email fomr.guenther@gmail.com.


Wild Virginia Online Film Festival


Walking in a Winter WildLand is a free night of inspiring music, film, and entertainment from our friends at Wild Virginia. Check it out!

  • Friday, December 11, 6 pm

  • Sunday, December 13, 8 pm

Tree Planting Help Needed in Staunton


The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is coordinating an effort to plant trees on the following dates on White Hill Road in Staunton:

  • Thursday, December 3, 10 am- 4 pm

  • Friday, December 4, 8:30 am-1 pm

  • Saturday, December 5, 8:30 am-1 pm

Read more about how to get involved and register through the CBF calendar HERE!

Free Online Documentary


If you are interested, Public Trust: The Fight for America's Public Lands is an online feature-length documentary about the United State's system of public lands and the fight to protect them. This film is produced by Robert Redford and sponsored by Patagonia. You can watch it HERE.

Watershed Academy


The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has a plethora of online trainings about river and lake ecology...something for everyone! You can even earn a Watershed Management Training Certificate if you complete enough of the free trainings! There's a little of everything offered from water law, to streamside corridor ecology, to bioassessment protocols, to watershed management and agricultural planning. Check out all the offerings HERE!

Fishing During COVID-19


The Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) published the following guidelines for fishing during the COVID pandemic:

  

  • If you choose to fish during the pandemic, it is essential that you follow CDC guidelines.

  • Purchase your fishing license online instead of in-person.

  • Fish alone or only with those in your isolation group.

  • Stay at home when you are sick, except to get medical care.

  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds or using alcohol-based sanitizer even while afield or afloat.

  • Do not share equipment with anyone and wash your equipment when you’re done.

  • Stay at least 6 feet away from other anglers you encounter and try to avoid crowded access points.

  •  If you choose to boat in a raft, drift boat, johnboat, or canoe, please do so with individuals that you live with and are isolated with.

  • Try to fish near home as much as possible and avoid traveling long distances.

Upcoming FOMR Events


November
      16   E. coli monitoring
      24   Board Meeting

December

      21   E. coli monitoring
      29   Board Meeting



         Friends of the Middle River

P.O. Box 131,

Verona, VA 24482

540-609-8267

Web: www.friendsofthemiddleriver.org

Email: info@friendsofthemiddleriver.org

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