Stream Table 

The Friends of the Winooski River is pleased to be able to offer demonstrations of river dynamics useing our Emriver Em2 river process simulator (also known as a "stream table").

The stream table can serve as an effective tool for demonstrating river geomorphology to all audiences. This interactive tool is a perfect way to engage people in river science, engineering, and earth sciences. The Stream Table simulates river processes with remarkable accuracy by demonstrating the basic principles of river dynamics, including erosion and deposition of sediments, channel meanders, and the challenges of human interventions such as culverts, bridges, and homes.

FWR staff can run the table at your event, subject to the availability of our limited staff. Fees for staff time will vary based on the timing, location, and duration of the event. 

Stream Table Rental Program

The stream table is available to rent by individuals who have training and experience using an EmRiver stream table. 

FWR does not have ongoing funding to support the stream table lending program.  Therefore, individuals who rent the table will need to adhere to the guidelines below. 

• For periods from 1 day to 1 week, there is a simple rental fee of $100. 
• Arrange with FWR staff to pick up and drop off equipment at our storage unit near Shaws in Berlin. 
• The user must be responsible for loading, transporting, and unloading the stream table and all components by themselves. This generally takes a very large vehicle and two people.  
• Users are financially responsible for any lost or damaged parts. 
• All persons transporting and/or operating the stream table must read the FWR Stream Table Rental Program Manual and Emriver Use and Care Manual  prior to picking up the table.  You must follow all of the instructions in these manuals. 
• Please review the FWR Stream Table Parts and Accessories Checklist to make sure your vehicle is adequate for transporting the stream table. 
• At the end of a program, you must allot at least one hour for the sediment to drain as much as possible.  All accessories must be thoroughly rinsed and dried before packing them.  Breakdown including draining time for the sediment is at least 1.5 hours.  Please plan accordingly. 
• You will be expected to sign a rental form agreeing to the above.

If you would like to rent the stream table, please follow the steps below. 

1. Email us at info[@]winooskiriver.org with the following:
   • Contact and organization name
   • Email and phone number
   • Date(s) of your event or program
   • Nature of your event or program—purposes, expected number of participants, etc.
   • Your preferred pick up and drop off dates and times
2. The Friends will confirm the dates and your information, and send you a Rental Agreement Form.
    
3. The renting party must sign this form and send it back to us along with a check. Payment can be made via check or in person at the time of pick up.