Become Empowered and Energized Learning About Your Local Watershed!
The Leaf Pack Network® is an international network of teachers, students, and citizen monitors investigating their local stream ecosystems. Following instructions in the Leaf Pack Network Manual, monitors use tree leaves and aquatic insects to determine the health of their stream and understand its ecology.

Step 1
Gather materials to conduct the study.

Step 2
Choose a stream that is safely accessible.

Step 4
Share your data on Monitor My Watershed!
Need More Information?
- Check the Resources page!
- Subscribe to the Leaf Pack Network e-newsletter to be notified about the latest news and events.
- Contact us for specific information on how to become involved or for the location of a workshop in your area.
Leaf Pack Network News

Leaf Pack Network News, Fall 2005
“You can easily evade responsibility, but you cannot escape the consequences.” — Josiah Charles–Stamp. How Do Scientists Tie A Leaf ... Read More

Leaf Pack Network News, Spring 2005
“I want to make it clear, if there is ever a conflict (between environmental quality and economic growth), I will ... Read More

Leaf Pack Network News, Winter 2004-2005
“I don’t really know why I care so much. I just have something inside me that tells me that there ... Read More