Southwest Association of Freshwater Invertebrate Taxonomists (SAFIT) Based in California this society has responded to the needs of Western North American freshwater taxonomists for an organization which promotes understanding of the taxonomy and systematics of inland aquatic ecosystems, standardizes and co-ordinates resources and brings taxonomists together for annual workshops.
Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) The SFS is an international scientific organization whose purpose is to promote further understanding of freshwater ecosystems (rivers, streams, lakes, reservoirs, and estuaries) and ecosystems at the interface between aquatic and terrestrial habitats (wetlands, bogs, fens, riparian forests and grasslands).
Taxonomic Certification Program (TCP) A certification program for those involved with invertebrate identification in North America. This program will certify that trained and skilled persons are providing aquatic invertebrate identifications.
Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) The mission of the Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) is to promote understanding, conservation, scientifically based management and sustainable use of wetlands throughout the world.
Xerces A society dedicated to the conservation of invertebrates in North America. Although the main focus appears to be on bees and butterflies there is also and aquatic focus here too.
Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) Chapter 4 of the EEM Technical Guidance Document (2012) applies to Benthic Invertebrates.
Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network (CABIN) The Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network (CABIN) is an aquatic biological monitoring program for assessing the health of freshwater ecosystems in Canada
Richards Packaging The 500 ml and 1000 ml white plastic jars are available from this company.
Bioquip This company is a scientific supply company in California selling entomological supplies and also has a great selection of Entomology reference texts.
PNAMP PNAMP is a forum to facilitate collaboration around aquatic monitoring topics of interest, promote best practices for monitoring, and encourage coordination and integration of monitoring activities as appropriate.