The count has begun! You can help monitor the amazing migration of river herring as they swim upstream to spawn by volunteering for JRWA’s annual herring count, running from April 1st through May 31st.

Counting is easy. All that is needed is 10 minutes of your time at a fish ladder between 7am to 7pm. We have to cover 9 counts, during 3 time slots every day. You can certainly sign up for as many counts as you like, they just cannot be one right after the other—that spoils the data collection method. You can choose from two counting locations: the Soules Pond fish ladder off Elm Street, and the Forge Pond fish ladder off Lake Street (aka the Brockton Dam at Silver Lake).

By counting herring, you are helping to collect valuable data that will inform conservation efforts and improve the health of our watershed, as well as providing important information to fishery managers in the region. You will also get to enjoy the beauty of nature and witness one of nature’s wonders. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and help your local ecosystem!

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