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A Guide to Going Backwards (and dichotomous keys) in The Waterbug App
The Waterbug App has three different ways of identifying waterbugs: THE KEYS, SPEEDBUG and THE LIST. The first of these (THE KEYS) presents the user with a series of questions, the answers to which define a path through a dichotomous key – ending with an identification.
This Guide is a useful addition to understanding how to use the App for waterbug identification
Published
31-10-2019
Video Tutorial 1. Site selection, Safety & Setting Up
Watch these short, informative video tutorials before going out to conduct your waterbug survey. This video includes tips on site selection, safety in the field and equipment required to undertake a macroinvertebrate survey. A great resource to use in the classroom and for community groups, idividuals and agencies taking part in the National Waterbug Blitz
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Waterbug Blitz Training Survey - Plain Language Information Sheet
Did you attend one of our training events hosted around the country during the 2019 Waterbug Blitz? We would love to hear from you! In our efforts to make the National Waterbug Blitz a fun experience that has real impact, we invite you to share your experience and satisfaction with the training sessions and The Waterbug App.
We have created a short survey developed by the Centre for eResearch and Digital Innovation (CeRDI). Please complete the National Waterbug Blitz Training Survey here https://survey.cerdi.edu.au/index.php/834368?lang=en. It should only take 5 minutes to complete. For more information about this research, see Plain Language Information Sheet for Waterbug Blitz Training Survey
Published
31-10-2019
Factsheets
Introductory Factsheet
A brief explanation of what the National Waterbug Blitz is about, where you can find equipment and The Waterbug App, and how organisations can help support their local community to get involved.
Published
15-10-2018
Training Workshop Info
Training isn't essential for participating in the Waterbug Blitz, but if you'd like some experts to help you get started with your sampling methods, identification of bugs in 1-day workshops, this factsheet outlines who to contact and what the pricing schedule is for different training events. We encourage local councils and NRM bodies to help sponsor these training workshops.
Published
16-05-2019
Downloadable Resources
Waterbug Orders (Quick ID)
This A3 poster helps with the identification of waterbugs. It is the first part of the ALT keys, but can be used by itself to identify waterbugs to Order level. Order level is pretty much the level we attribute common names like Mayfly (Ephemeroptera), Beetle(Coleoptera) and Caddisfly (Trichoptera).
Published
27-09-2019
Media Pack
Fonts and Logo (PDF)
Want to make your flyers, posters, emails or other digital and print communications look professional and fit in with the established National Waterbug Blitz aesthetic? Then the fonts and logo guide is the document for you.
Published
17-08-2018
Key Messages
If you want to get the word out about your group's participation in the National Waterbug Blitz, make sure to check out our key messages document. This simple guide sets out the three core ideas that we believe will be the most helpful to communicate when talking about the campaign as well as some talking points that expand on each message.
Published
17-08-2018
Letters to MPs
To help promote the project in local council areas, to state and Australian Government elected representatives, we’ve included a template letter for MPs that you can utilise to send information about the National Waterbug Blitz to your local members, and invite them along to training workshops and Blitz events you may be holding.
Published
17-08-2018
Logo and Imagery
If you're looking for a copy of our logo or some relatable imagery, please visit our Google drive and download any of the images available.
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Media Release Template
We want to make life as easy as possible for all the wonderful individuals and organisations that are contributing to the National Waterbug Blitz. In this spirit, we've compiled an easy-to-use media release template with simple instructions detailing how to modify the release for your media needs.
Published
17-08-2018
Training Workshop Organiser Pack
