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Overview
The Jack Creek watershed is a mountain stream system located within the Madison Range east of Ennis, Montana. Jack Creek originates in high elevation environments and flows through developed and undeveloped areas, rangeland, pasture and cropland as it makes its way to the Madison River. The study area is exceptional because of main channel accessibility and its location with respect to proposed development and wilderness control points. The stream feeds directly into the Madison River, a tributary to the Missouri River and a blue ribbon trout fishery.
An uncommon collaborative partnership between Moonlight Basin, Jack Creek Preserve Foundation, Madison River Foundation, Ennis High School district, and Montana State University Extension Water Quality program was formed based on the shared belief of “giving back to the community”. Partners have developed a water monitoring project along the main stem of Jack Creek for the following reasons: 1) monitor Jack Creek to preserve and/or maintain water quality; 2) introduce students to the practical/applicable side of math and science through experiential learning while gathering useful water quality and quantity data; and 3) educate people of all ages about habitat and ecology, responsible development, and environmental stewardship by providing opportunities that give people a deeper appreciation and foster a deeper understanding and involvement with our environment.
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Ennis High School District
Jack Creek Preserve
Madison Conservation District
Madison River Foundation
Montana State University Extension Water Quality Program
Moonlight Basin
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