Stream Barrier Surveys in Dan River/Smith River watershed

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Join us on the upper Smith River to survey road-stream crossings that may be barriers!

insert_invitation Fri, Nov 6 at 2:00 PM (EST) - Sun, Nov 8 at 2:00 PM (EST)

location_on Fairy Stone State Park, Campsites #5 and #6, Stuart, Virginia

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Every River Needs A Champion and you can help!

The Smith River is a beautiful stream that has native and wild trout in the upper reaches of its watershed. Trout Unlimited's Smith River Chapter and Dan River Basin Association are partnering to complete surveys of road-stream crossing on several tributaries to the Smith River identified as native trout waters. Our surveys will help property managers prioritize replacement and removal of barriers to trout movement in these waters.

Join other TU volunteers and our watershed partner, DRBA, for a fun weekend of stream surveying and camping. The event is free and open to the public. Bring a friend and meet us at Fairy Stone State Park Campground where we will coordinate survey crews and be camping overnight on Friday and Saturday. You're welcome to stay for the entire weekend or join us for a day.

Event dates: Friday, November 6, to Sunday, November 8, 2026

Event time: Starting Friday afternoon at 2pm and through 2pm on Sunday.

Event location: We will camp at the group campsites (#5 and #6) in Fairy Stone State Park. These sites are reserved for us but you will need to bring your own tent and camping equipment.

What to bring: Final instructions will be sent to registered participants. For stream surveying, please be sure to bring muck boots or waders, sunscreen and bug spray. All surveying equipment (stadia rods, laser distance meters, survey tapes, and safety vests) will be provided.

If you have questions, please use the contact button with questions. We are excited to see you there.