As we wrap up the 2025 sampling season, I wanted to remind everyone of some important dates. Here are some dates to keep in mind as we approach 2026: 

Feb 1st -We recommend sending in a draft of your Sampling & Analysis Plan. Time permitting, we will provide you with feedback prior to the March 1st application deadline. Groups must have an approved SAP on file by the funding application deadline.   

Feb 28th- Data from the previous year must be uploaded to the MT-DEQ database by Saturday, February 28th. We are working with our lab to send out the remaining 2025 data! MSU Extension has step-by-step data upload tutorial videos. MT DEQ also has instructions for submitting data on their website.  MMW is available if you are in need of assistance with the data entry and submission process. Please reach out to us to set up a meeting. A short final report must be submitted to MMW by February 28th as well.  The 2025 Final Report can be found on the MMW website under the resources tab. 

Mar 1st – Funding applications are due for the MMW Laboratory Analyses Funding and MMW Gear Funding. Priority will be given to groups that have a completed SAP on file at the time of submission.  The 2026 SAP Template, 2026 Laboratory Analyses Funding & Gear Funding Application, and Budget Template can all be found on the MMW website under the resources tab.   

Please do not hesitate to reach out to MMW if you have any questions about the deadlines and requirements. Final reports, Sampling & Analysis Plans, and Funding Applications can be submitted electronically via email to Monitoring Montana Water’s Program Leader, Dr. Rachel Malison, at mmw@flbs.umt.edu. She can be reached by phone at 406-872-4518. If you have any gear that belongs to MMW, please reach out to us to set up a plan for return. We would like to inventory and clean all gear for the next season.