The “River Watch” is a volunteer organization that aims to protect China’s rivers.  We perform on-site investigation, observing local conditions in order to gain a better understanding of the plights of each river.
The “River Watch” functions as both an ecological tour and a river investigation.  We meet every Saturday we journey to Beijing’s rivers and watersheds.  We record the conditions of the river not only as a means to achieve a better understanding, but for aesthetic reasons as well.  Our concern for Beijing’s natural resources stems from a genuine love of nature as well as a pragmatic realization that such resources are necessary for Beijing to thrive.
We are inviting all scholars and researchers related to the field of hydrology to accompany us.  Field experience is not necessary however, and any volunteer is welcome to join.  Our organization fosters grassroots public participation, and we encourage you to spread the word about us.

Date: October 18th, 2014
Destination: Cherry Vale (Yīngtáogōu )(樱桃沟)
Route: Beijing Botanical Garden southeast gate (Běijīngzhíwùyuándōngnánmén)(北京植物园东南门) Cao Xueqin House (cáoxuěqíngùjū)(曹雪芹故居) Water basin (yǐnshuǐshuǐcáo)  Water Source  (shuǐyuántóu)(水源头)
Assembly Point: Subway line 4, Beigongmen Station exit A. (北宫门站A口)
Distance we will be traveling: 3 kilometers
Time: Gathering at 8:45 AM, departing at 9:00 AM
Expedition Leader: Ye Peng (Cell: 186 1164 0246) (Landline: 84039930)

Date: October 25th, 2014
Destination: The North Moat (Běihùchénghé)(北护城河)
Route: Bell and Drum Towers (Gǔlóu)(鼓楼)Yonghegong Lama Temple (Yōnghégōng)(雍和宫)
Assembly Point: Subway line 2, GuloudajieStation  outside of exit A. (鼓楼大街站A口)
Distance we will be traveling: 3 kilometers
Time: Gathering at 8:45 AM, departing at 9:00 AM
Expedition Leader: Ye Peng (Cell: 186 1164 0246) (Landline: 84039930)