Water Quality, Watersheds and Aquifers, T-Z
Taylor Shellfish
Farms Education and Outreach Programs
Organization: Taylor Shellfish Farms
Shellfish
farming has a long history in Puget Sound; in Washington it pre-dates
statehood. Learn how shellfish are farmed in Puget Sound, and what
happens to them once they are harvested. Field trips and tours can take
place at the main headquarters/processing plant in Shelton, shellfish
hatchery in Quilcene (Hood Canal), or a variety of farms throughout South
Puget Sound. Tours are customized based on the needs of different groups and
can include topics such as: biology, history, environment, economy, water
quality, current events, culinary uses, habitat, etc. Programs can be
adapted to any grade level.
Taylor Shellfish is a 5th generation family company based out of Shelton, WA with farms throughout the state. Shellfish produced in Puget Sound include manila clams, a variety of oyster species, geoduck and mussels.
Tours, field trips and classroom visits are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis. For more information or to schedule a visit contact Jennifer Hopper: 360-481-2417 or e-mail jenniferh@taylorshellfish.com. (10/09)
"The Inland Sea: Where Have All the Orcas Gone?"
(2001)
Organization: People for
Puget Sound
A recently
released follow-up to our "Orcas in the Balance" video, this video explores
the history of orcas in Puget Sound and what the future holds for them. The
video talks about the effects of toxic
contamination,
loss of habitat, and whale watching on the population. Approximately 50
minutes long, available with classroom visit or to purchase ($25).
To schedule, call Stephanie Raymond at 206-382-7007 or e-mail sraymond@pugetsound.org
Video on Streamside Planting Techniques
Organization: WSU Thurston
County
Extension
Washington
State University Cooperative Extension has developed a video and fact sheet
intended to improve the success of streamside planting projects.
The video, "Plant it Right: Restoring our Streams," is a 17-minute program geared for students and volunteers. The video provides essential information on proper planting techniques and is full of other useful information. In the video, youth volunteers demonstrate how to plant trees and shrubs the right way. A separate 2-page (photocopy ready) fact sheet covers the same information in a succinct manner.
The video and fact sheet are available in downloadable formats on the web at: http://wawater.wsu.edu. It is also available for loan through ESD 113 and WSU Thurston County Extension. Contact Bob Simmons at 427-9670 ext. 396 or e-mail simmons@wsu.edu.
Water
Cycle Journey
Organization: City of Olympia
Twelve
colorful, engaging signs bring the water cycle to life, as we follow one
drop on its journey. A friendly water drop describes the water cycle while
it parachutes down from the clouds (precipitation), uses a headlamp to
explore the aquifer (groundwater), surfs out of a hose (homes and
businesses), and more. Signs are 18 by 24 inches, and come with stakes –
ready to install in your school yard. Activity is most appropriate for
elementary school. Contact Tikva Breuer,
City of Olympia Water Resources, at 753-8793 or e-mail tbreuer@ci.olympia.wa.us.
Watershed Model Demonstration
Organization: People for
Puget Sound
Students use a
three-dimensional interactive watershed model to discover how different land
uses and other practices may contribute to water pollution, then discuss how
these practices may be changed to have less impact. This is an in-class
presentation for groups of up to 30 students at a time.
To schedule, call Stephanie Raymond at 206-382-7007 or e-mail sraymond@pugetsound.org
Watershed Park Interpretive Walk (1.5 hours)
Organization: City of Olympia
Walk on the wild
side of downtown Olympia. Watershed Park has a one-mile loop trail with
opportunities to learn native plants, see salmon and a fish enhancement
project, and learn more
about the
headwaters of Moxlie Creek. Explore the water supply history of the park,
and the pileated woodpeckers and other creatures that call this park home.
Combining Watershed Park with a walk to historic East Bay (the mouth of
Moxlie Creek) offers additional learning opportunities. For more information
or to schedule a field trip, call City of Olympia Water Resources Program,
753-8454, or the TDD line, 753-8270.
Watershed Web (1 hour)
Organization: People for
Puget Sound
Presentation
discusses the links between species in the Puget Sound ecosystem, from orcas
to fir trees, with a slide show and interactive food web activity. This is
an in-class presentation for groups of up to 30 students at a time.
To schedule, call Stephanie Raymond at 206-382-7007 or e-mail sraymond@pugetsound.org
Watersheds, Aquifers, Streams and Much More
Organization: WSU Thurston
County
Extension
Revitalize
your curricula with new ideas and activities from our extensive collection
of environmental education materials available for free checkout.
Environmental education is not just science. In fact, most subjects can be
taught using the environment as a learning context. The resource library
includes numerous videos, local field trip guides, and curricula on a wide
range of topics. Also available are ground water flow and watershed models
that help you easily demonstrate some basic water principles. To request a
listing of our resources, contact Bob Simmons at 427-9670 ext. 396. E-mail:
simmons@wsu.edu. Also visit the web at
http://thurston.wsu.edu.
WET -- Water Education for Teachers
Organization: Washington
State Department of Ecology
Understand how
your watershed meets the needs of people and salmon. Project WET is a
collection of innovative, water-related activities that are hands-on, easy
to use, and fun! Activities incorporate a
variety of
formats: large and small group learning, whole-body activities, laboratory
investigation, discussion of local and global topics, and involvement in
community service projects.
Project WET is available only through teacher workshops. Workshops are watershed specific, tailored to local needs, and aligned with the Essential Academic Learning Requirements. To schedule a workshop, call Rhonda Hunter, Washington State Department of Ecology, at 407-6147, or TDD 407-6306. To find existing WET workshops, visit the web site at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/news/ee/index.html.
Wild Salmon Education Trunk
Organization: Washington State
Department of Fish & Wildlife, Project WILD
The ESA
listing of salmonid species highlights the need to educate Washington
residents about protecting and preserving our fish and wildlife. Project
Wild and the WDFW have developed "Wild Salmon Trunks" to meet the demand for
community group and K-12 classroom presentations on salmonids and their
recovery. These trunks contain a variety of educational tools that include:
posters, videos, a slide show, overhead transparencies, visual/teaching
aids, books, activity guides, educational activity instruction, and
materials. The trunk and all of its contents surround three major themes
that discuss how salmon are essential, how they are in danger, and how they
need recovery.
For more information on the various locations of the Wild Salmon Education Trunks, or how to check them out, call Carol Gleckler at 902-2189 or John Wisner at 902-8424 at WDFW, Outreach and Education.
Woodland Creek Revegetation
Project (1 hour)
Organization: City of Lacey
Learn why a
healthy stream needs vegetation. Hundreds of native trees have been planted
on this
7-acre site. The tour offers an opportunity to learn about
riparian ecology and salmon habitat
enhancement, to
view wildlife, and to enjoy beautiful surroundings. Opportunities for action
projects also exist. To schedule a tour, call Tim Wilson at
438-2687or e-mail
twilson@ci.lacey.wa.us.
Last updated:
10/05/2009
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