About this Event
Did you know that mussels filter out materials like algae, bacteria, sediment, to the tune of 8 - 15 gallons per mussel per day? That's a lot of heavy lifting for a small critter!
Ready to discover more? Join Prince William County staff for an exploration of the fascinating world of freshwater mussels just under the surface of our streams. They will show us how a basic mussel survey is done, why mussels have a hand in improving stream health, and discuss the before-and-after of the water quality at the pilot site at Locust Shade Park.
Expect to walk about one mile on a shaded gravel trail with some gentle slopes. Please bring your own water bottle.
This event is FREE but please register on Eventbrite in case of delays or rescheduling due to bad weather.
Each participant will be required to complete the following form. Copies will be available at the beginning of the hike or you can bring your own printed, signed copy: https://www.potomacriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Liability-Waiver-and-Medical-Form_2020.pdf
This hike is produced by the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin (ICPRB) in collaboration with the Prince William County Department of Public Works. It is part of ICPRB's Walk in the Woods series of hikes.
ICPRB's mussel ecology work supports the efforts of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Parking area is circled in red on the map below.
Event venue & nearby stays
Locust Shade Park, 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle, United States
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