Freshwater Explorer Testkit

$290.00

We designed our Freshwater explorer testkit for people of all ages.

No previous testing experience required. Our field guides and training videos include step-by-step directions on how to use the different tests, understand the results, and record your observations in our app. This kit is a great way for small organizations and individuals to gather data on their lakes and rivers without breaking the bank.

You can also add on a private training webinar. In it, one of our skilled Water Quality or Education Coordinators will teach you how to use your testkit and how to upload your results to our data platform.

You can also add your own custom design for an additional fee. These should be in a single colour as a simple line graphic. We will create a mockup for your approval!

Bulk discounts will be automatically applied to your cart. 5% off 10 or more. 10% off 20 or more.

Because of the ongoing supply chain situation, we ask that for big or urgent orders, you reach out to us before making your purchase to ensure we can help you get what you need!

Customize your testkit with your logo

You can add a simple, one colour logo to your testkit! We will let you know if your logo can work and send you a mockup of how it will look for your approval.

Add Your Logo + 15$ : Co-Branded Freshwater Explorer TestKit Version

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    Description

    This kit requires handling glass and chemicals, so it’s suited to those who like to feel like real scientists. This kit has also been compared to professional probes by Carleton University with good results: read the report.

    Each kit contains…

    • Thermometer (air temperature)
    • Secchi disc (water clarity or depth)
    • A pack of 50 test strips (chlorine, pH, alkalinity, hardness)
    • Container to collect used test strips
    • Conductivity meter (tests for conductivity, TDS, and water temperature)
    • Conductivity meter calibration instructions + solution
    • Water Rangers branded towel
    • 2 sample containers with lid
    • Testkit field notepad and pen
    • Field guide
    • 3 Whirl-Pak bags with 3 gloves
    • Chemetrics Dissolved Oxygen Kit (comes with 30 ampoules)
    • Container to collect used dissolved oxygen
    • 4 stickers and 3 badges
    • Reacher stick
    • Magnet reminder of this year’s testing dates

    Additional information

    Weight 3.3 kg
    Dimensions 36 × 32 × 28 cm
    Language

    English, Français

    FAQs

    Parameter FAQs

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    Why can’t I test for E. coli?

    For optimal results, E.coli tests require an incubator. We don’t currently sell supplies that test for E.coli, but we may one day. Learn more about E.coli here.

    If you’re looking for an E.coli test, we recommend TapScore.

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    Why don’t your kits include tests for nitrites/nitrates?

    Just like with phosphates, this is another parameter where the tests we’ve tried aren’t sensitive enough unless you’re in a pollution event. Probes we’ve seen don’t seem very sensitive, and experts we’ve worked with aren’t sure how accurate they are.

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    Why don’t your kits include tests for phosphates (phosphorous)?

    We encourage our testers to browse our affiliate Tap Score’s testing services, which include products for phosphates!

    We are currently conducting research involving tests for high level phosphates, but have yet to find tests that we’re happy with. Field tests that are currently available on the market can you let you know if phosphates are present, but can’t tell you to what extent they are present. In other words, they’re not quite sensitive enough to be useful! Also, many of the field tests require you to handle reagents that can be toxic, and that makes disposal difficult, meaning they wouldn’t be safe for kids to use. We are watching this space closely, and working with partners to see if this can change.

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    Can Water Rangers testing supplies test for tap/city water quality?

    While our kits are designed to test lakes, rivers, and oceans, parameters like lead, copper, calcium, and unwanted chemicals are critical for determining the overall safety of city water. We promote groups like Tap Score who have created easy-to-use monitoring kits for your home.

    Tap Score has designed kits to test city water and well water, depending on the source of your water. They provide you everything you need to collect a sample and send it to them. Upon analyzing it, a water health report will be returned to you in only a matter of weeks!

    If you’re looking to test the quality of freshwater, visit our store for the appropriate testing supplies!

    Partnership FAQs

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    My organization would like to start a citizen water monitoring program, but we can’t afford your testkits. What can we do?

    That’s a great initiative! We’re always happy to partner with organizations, non-profits, schools, etc. to co-write a grant proposal to set up citizen monitoring programs. We’ve had good success in the past, but of course, we can’t guarantee anything. We’ve also prepared this fundraising toolkit to help groups think about how they want to set up their program.

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    The organization I work for is interested in partnering with Water Rangers to sell Testkits or supplies. How can we get started?

    We are always looking to partner with new or established organizations! We have launched a program that allows you to generate revenue for your organization while helping to grow the sustainable water monitoring movement. Take a look at our Ambassador Program to learn more!

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