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    DFO PSEC Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo)

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    Updated Jul 6, 2025
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    Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) / Pêches et Océans Canada (MPO); Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC) (2025). DFO PSEC Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo) [Dataset]. http://doi.org/10.25976/0gvo-9d12
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    https://doi.org/10.25976/0gvo-9d12
    Dataset updated
    Jul 6, 2025
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    Authors
    Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) / Pêches et Océans Canada (MPO); Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC)
    License

    Open Data Commons Attribution License (ODC-By) v1.0https://www.opendatacommons.org/licenses/by/1.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    May 21, 2019 - Jun 19, 2025
    Area covered
    Measurement technique
    We use automated loggers that remain in-stream and record data at regular intervals. The most common loggers we use are the HOBO Tidbit MX2203 temperature loggers, which we calibrate in a warm- and cold-water bath prior to deploying and set to record water temperature every hour. When the data are downloaded from the loggers, a temperature reading is taken with an accurate thermometer and compared to the logger reading. We also use the HOBO U20L water level logger (which also records water temperature) and the Solinst Levelogger 5 LTC and Zentra ZL6 loggers (which record water level, temperature, and conductivity). The conductivity loggers are calibrated prior to installation and again 3-4 times per year when the data are downloaded. To calibrate the conductivity loggers, we follow the calibration instructions provided by the manufacturers, using 1413 uS/cm and 5000 uS/cm calibration solution. Volunteers are trained in-person how to download the data from the loggers, then proceed to download the data 3-4 times per year and email the data files and data sheets to staff at PSEC.
    Description

    These data are collected as part of the Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC) Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo) project, which is a collaborative monitoring initiative that strives to produce quality, long-term datasets for use in resource management, research, and stewardship. We currently monitor streams in southwest BC in the region spanning from Howe Sound, south to the USA border, and east to Abbotsford, primarily using automated dataloggers. This project is made possible thanks to the many stewardship groups in the region whose dedicated volunteers are committed to protecting, conserving, and educating the public about their local streams.

    We rely on volunteers to download the data from the dataloggers. If you download and/or use the CoSMo data, we would appreciate if you could send a quick email to Nikki Kroetsch (Nikki.Kroetsch@dfo-mpo.gc.ca) with a brief (1-2 sentence) description of what you will be using the data for. Though not a requirement for using the data, this information reassures our volunteers that their data collection efforts are appreciated and worthwhile, which motivates them to continue to help collect the data.

    Partner Organizations: Alouette River Management Society, Cariboo Heights Forest Preservation Society, Cougar Creek Streamkeepers, City of Surrey, Bowen Island Fish and Wildlife Club, West Vancouver Streamkeepers, Stoney Creek Environment Committee, City of Port Moody, Capilano Golf/Country Club, Eagle Creek Streamkeepers, North Shore Streamkeepers, Nicomekl Enhancement Society, Hoy/Scott Watershed Society, Hyde Creek Watershed Society, WaterWealth Project, Univ. of BC, Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society, Yorkson Watershed Enhancement Society, Johnston Heights Secondary School (Surrey), Seymour Salmonid Society, Still Creek Streamkeepers, PSEC staff

    Dedicated volunteers (not associated with an organization) who steward Carlson Creek, Mosquito Creek, McDonald Creek, and McNally Creek.

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) / Pêches et Océans Canada (MPO); Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC) (2025). DFO PSEC Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo) [Dataset]. http://doi.org/10.25976/0gvo-9d12

DFO PSEC Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo)

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Unique identifier
https://doi.org/10.25976/0gvo-9d12
Dataset updated
Jul 6, 2025
Dataset provided by
DataStream
Authors
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) / Pêches et Océans Canada (MPO); Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC)
License

Open Data Commons Attribution License (ODC-By) v1.0https://www.opendatacommons.org/licenses/by/1.0/
License information was derived automatically

Time period covered
May 21, 2019 - Jun 19, 2025
Area covered
Measurement technique
We use automated loggers that remain in-stream and record data at regular intervals. The most common loggers we use are the HOBO Tidbit MX2203 temperature loggers, which we calibrate in a warm- and cold-water bath prior to deploying and set to record water temperature every hour. When the data are downloaded from the loggers, a temperature reading is taken with an accurate thermometer and compared to the logger reading. We also use the HOBO U20L water level logger (which also records water temperature) and the Solinst Levelogger 5 LTC and Zentra ZL6 loggers (which record water level, temperature, and conductivity). The conductivity loggers are calibrated prior to installation and again 3-4 times per year when the data are downloaded. To calibrate the conductivity loggers, we follow the calibration instructions provided by the manufacturers, using 1413 uS/cm and 5000 uS/cm calibration solution. Volunteers are trained in-person how to download the data from the loggers, then proceed to download the data 3-4 times per year and email the data files and data sheets to staff at PSEC.
Description

These data are collected as part of the Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Pacific Science Enterprise Centre (PSEC) Community Stream Monitoring (CoSMo) project, which is a collaborative monitoring initiative that strives to produce quality, long-term datasets for use in resource management, research, and stewardship. We currently monitor streams in southwest BC in the region spanning from Howe Sound, south to the USA border, and east to Abbotsford, primarily using automated dataloggers. This project is made possible thanks to the many stewardship groups in the region whose dedicated volunteers are committed to protecting, conserving, and educating the public about their local streams.

We rely on volunteers to download the data from the dataloggers. If you download and/or use the CoSMo data, we would appreciate if you could send a quick email to Nikki Kroetsch (Nikki.Kroetsch@dfo-mpo.gc.ca) with a brief (1-2 sentence) description of what you will be using the data for. Though not a requirement for using the data, this information reassures our volunteers that their data collection efforts are appreciated and worthwhile, which motivates them to continue to help collect the data.

Partner Organizations: Alouette River Management Society, Cariboo Heights Forest Preservation Society, Cougar Creek Streamkeepers, City of Surrey, Bowen Island Fish and Wildlife Club, West Vancouver Streamkeepers, Stoney Creek Environment Committee, City of Port Moody, Capilano Golf/Country Club, Eagle Creek Streamkeepers, North Shore Streamkeepers, Nicomekl Enhancement Society, Hoy/Scott Watershed Society, Hyde Creek Watershed Society, WaterWealth Project, Univ. of BC, Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society, Yorkson Watershed Enhancement Society, Johnston Heights Secondary School (Surrey), Seymour Salmonid Society, Still Creek Streamkeepers, PSEC staff

Dedicated volunteers (not associated with an organization) who steward Carlson Creek, Mosquito Creek, McDonald Creek, and McNally Creek.

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