Water sampling equipment

[Annabel Hanson]

To collect water samples for testing, we are currently using a plastic grabber which consists of a long pole with a small bucket on the end (see attached photo). This relatively simple piece of equipment costs almost £70 per unit. I am wondering if anyone can recommend another piece of equipment that is more affordable. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you.

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[Simon Browning]

Hi Annabel – take a look at the Citizen Science Investigations intro leaflet that I’ve attached. On the last page it shows how to make a sampler from a plastic milk bottle and bamboo cane. It is an idea we borrowed from Freshwater Watch. Works fine for our CSI volunteers – thoroughly rinsed of course and rinsed before each sample.

If we’re sampling from bridges I just use a small bucket (a 2l paint kettle is ideal) on a length of rope.

Best wishes

Simon

[Simon Browning]

Oh, that file was too big, try this one…

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[Annabel Hanson]

Hi Simon,

This is brilliant. And so speedy as well. Thank you so much!!

Best wishes,

Annabel

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