Beginner Ground Work
🟢 Beginner Ground Work
Section titled “🟢 Beginner Ground Work”You have never done river fieldwork before, or you have been to one or two drives but want a proper foundation. These guides are for you.
Nothing here requires special equipment or technical training. Every guide has a clear checklist and a defined “done” state so you know when you’ve completed the task.
Your First Cleanup A complete walkthrough of your first river cleanup — before, during, and after.
Visual River Survey Basics How to read a river stretch with your eyes — identifying visible pollution, noting conditions, and recording observations.
What to Carry to the River A practical gear checklist for a beginner field visit — what is essential, what is optional, and what to never bring.
Ready for more? Move to Intermediate Ground Work once you’ve completed a few field visits.