Join WRWC for Community Fish Sampling and Identification (Electrofishing) Event

Smithfield, RI — The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) invites the public to a special Community Fish Sampling and Identification (Electrofishing) event on Thursday, June 12, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Whipple Field, Soban St, Smithfield, RI 02917.

This hands-on citizen science experience lets participants suit up and wade into the Woonasquatucket River to help track and monitor its fish populations. Using electrofishing — a widely used, safe method that temporarily stuns fish — WRWC staff will capture, identify, measure, and catalog fish before returning them unharmed to the river.

By collecting this data, WRWC gains important insights into the health of the river, compares the impact of water quality in different sections, and strengthens its mission to protect and restore this vital urban wildlife corridor.

A $20–$40 suggested donation (or pay what you can) supports WRWC’s work. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Register now and discover the hidden aquatic life of the Woony!

For details and registration, visit: www.wrwc.org/events