2003 Estuary water Education Resource Guide

A directory for educators that lists materials an d programs available through local non-profit organizations and governmental agencies on topics relating to water resources.

SECOND EDITION

Brought to you by: Philadelphia Water Department and Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Inc. September, 2002

Dear Friends,

The Philadelphia Water Department, with support from the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, has assembled this guide for educators in the region. The booklet is intended to help "get the word out" about all of the exciting materials and programs that address water-related issues in our region and beyond.

Even though the Delaware Estuary, the tidal portion of the , is our region's most valuable resource, little is taught about it in our schools. It is awesome to think about how the Estuary defines our lives in so many ways: geographically, economically, culturally, historically, and recreationally. In addition, for many of us, it's the source of our drinking water.

This guide will help to connect educators with information on local environmental issues and resources. While it is beneficial for students to learn about the endangered species and problems that face the tropical rainforests, it is more important that they know about the watersheds where they live. Students should know that their backyards are vital habitats that, like the rainforests, are also home to many endangered species.

We have attempted to make this comprehensive directory a ready reference tool that you will use time and time again. We hope that you find this resource helpful.

Sincerely, Sincerely, c-~- ~ r::~(J-<_,_ _A--11 ~JJ~:rl~ Drew Brown Kathy Klein Manager of Public Education Executive Director Philadelphia Water Department Partnership for the Delaware Estuary

P.S. Please use the form at the back of this booklet to let us know about other organizations and governmental agencies that offer water-related educational programs. Table of Contents

Abbott's Mill Nature Center 9-10 Academy of Natural Sciences 10 Air Management Services 11 Air & Waste Management Association 11 Alliance for a Living Ocean 12 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay 13 American Water Resources Association 14 Aqua Trails Kayak Tours 14 Artesian Water Company 15 A wbury Arboretum 15 Barrier Island Ocean Watch Network 16 Berks County Conservancy 16 Bicycle Coalition of the Delaware Valley 17 Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge 17 Brandywine Conservancy 18 Brandywine Zoo 18 Brandywine Valley Association 19 Briar Bush Nature Center 20 Bucks County Audubon Society 20 Bucks County Conservation District 21 Camden County Department of Health and Human Services 22 Camden County Environmental Commission 22 Camden County Soil Conservation District 23 Cape May County Mosquito Commission 23 Cape May-Lewes Ferry 24 Cape May National Wildlife Refuge 24 Carbon County Environmental Education Center 25 Center for Global Environmental Education 26 Center in the Park/Senior Environmental Corps 27 Chesapeake Bay Program 27 Chester County Parks and Recreation Department 28 Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association 28 City Parks Association 29 Coalition for Natural Stream Valleys 29 Delaware and Raritan Greenway 30 Delaware Aquatic Resources Education Center 30-31 J)elaware Audubon Society 32 Schooner Project 32 Delaware Boating Council 33 I >eta ware Center for Horticulture 33 I >elaware Dept. of Natural Resources & Environmental Control 34-35 Delaware Division of Parks & Recreation 35 Delaware Div. of Parks & Recreation- Cape Henlopen S.P. 36-37 Dda,,are Div. of Parks & Recreation- Fort Delaware S.P. 38 lki:H\are Div. of Parks & Recreation- Port Penn Interpretive Center 39 ))\, REC Division of Water Resources 40 l>l'l<.n' are Estuarine Research Reserve 40-41 I >clda'' are Museum of Natural History 43 l>da\\are Nature Society 43-44 I >d:n' are River Basin Commission 45 I >da" are River Greenway Partnership 45 I >da" are Riverkeeper Network 46 I >da" are Valley Regional Planning Commission 47

3 Earth Yes! Philadelphia Department of Recreation -17 Ecological Research & Development Group -18 Educational Information and Resource Center -18 Commission, Div. of Environmental Education -19 Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds 49 Fort \tercer/Red Bank Battlefield at National Park 50 Fort \lifflin 50 Friends of Pennypack Park 51 Friends of Poquessing Watershed 51 Friends of Tacony Creek Park 52 Friends of the Manayunk Canal 52 Friends of the Wissahickon 53 Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center 53 Green Valleys Association 54 Hackensack Meadowlands Development Commission Environmental Center 54-55 Haskin Shellfish Lab- Rutgers University 56 Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 57 Hidden River Venture 58 Historic Bartam's Garden 59 Hunterdon County Park System 60 Independence Seaport Museum 61 Interpretive Program at Island Beach State Park 62 Iron HiiJ ~luseum, Delaware Academ~: of Science 62 Isles, Inc. 63 James & Ann \Vhitall House. Fort \lercer/Red Bank Battlefield 64 Jacques Cousteau :\ational Estuarine Research Resene and Coastal Education Center 64 Kalmar ~yckel Foundation 65 Kent County Con sen at ion District 66 Kent County Parks & Recreation 66 Lower ~lerion Conservanc~ 67 Manayunk Development Corporation 67 Marine Mammal Stranding Center 68 Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River & Bay 68 Meadowlands Environment Center 69 Melrose Park Neighbors Association 69 Mercer County Planning Division 70 Mercer County Soil Conservation District 70 Merrill Creek Reservoir 71 Monroe County Environmental Education Center 71 Montgomery County Conservation District 71 Morris Arboretum of University of 71 National Association of Conservation Districts 73 National Wildlife Federation 73 Nature Conservancy 7-1 New Castle County Conservation District 7-1 New Jersey Audubon Society 75 New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route 75 New Jersey DEP, Bureau of Nonpoint Pollution Control 76 New Jersey DEP, Division of Watershed Management, Education and Outreach Program 76 New Jersey DEP Information Resource Center 76 New Jersey Division of Fish, Game and Wildlife 77 New Jersey Marine Science Consortium 77 ;\lew Jersey :Mosquito Control Association 78 Oldman's Creek Watershed Association 78 Partnership for the Delaware Estuary 79 Peace Valley Nature Center 80 Pennsyhania Alliance for Environmental Education 80 I""'" ..... Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks- Delaware Canal State Park 81 Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks- Nolde Forest Environmental Education Ctr. 81 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) 82 Pennsylvania DEP, Bureau of Watershed Conservation- Nonpoint Source Mgmt. 83 Pennsylvania DEP, Bureau-of Water Supply Management 84 Pennsylvania DEP, Coastal Zone Management Program 84 Pennsylvania DEP, Environmental Education & Information Center 85 Pennsylvania DEP, Stormwater Planning & Management Section 86 Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission 86 Pennsylvania Wildlife Federation 87 Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust 87 Pennypack Environmental Center I 88 Peopling of Philadelphia Collaborative 89 Philadelphia Recycling Center 89 Philadelphia Water Department 90 Philadelphia Water Department- Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center 91 Philadelphia Zoological Garden 92 Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge 93 Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area 93 Rancocas Creek Association 94 Raymond Proffitt Foundation 94 Riverbend Environmental Education Center 95 Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 96 Schuylkill Riverkeeper, Delaware Riverkeeper Network 97 Scotland Run Park Nature Center, Gloucester County Parks & Recreation 98 Sierra Club Delaware Chapter 99 Silver Lake Nature Center 99 Soil and Water Conservation Society 100 South Branch Watershed Association 100 Stroud Water Research Center 101 Tuscarora & Locust Lake State Park Complex 101 Tyler Arboretum 102 l nited States Coast Guard 102 l"nited Water Delaware & United Water Bethel 103 l niversity of Delaware College of Marine Studies 103 l niversity of Delaware Institute for Public Administration Water Resources Agency 104 l. rban Tree Connection 104 l .S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service 105 l .. S. Environmental Protection Agency 105 l·.s. Fish & Wildlife Service 106 l .S. Fish & Wildlife Service, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 106 l tah State University 106 \ alley Forge Audubon Society 107 \\ atershed Program for New Jersey 107 \\ atershed Program, Radnor Middle School 108 \\ells Mills County Park 108 \ \"etlands Institute 109 \\ ildlife Habitat Council 110 \\ i-,sahickon Environmental Center 110 \\ issahickon Valley Watershed Association 111

Resource Guide Questionnaire 113 Information on Delaware Estuary Teachers' Institute 115

.. To waste, to destroy our natural resources, to skin and exhaust the land instead of using it to 1ncrease its usefulness, will result in undermining in the days of our children the very prosperity which we ought by right to hand down to them amplified and developed." - Theodore Roose­ velt. 7th Annual Message to Congress, December 3, 1907

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7 Abbott's Mill Nature Center

Laurieann Phalen ..-..ssociate Director RD4, Box 207 \lilford. DE 19963 r302) 422-0847 [email protected]

\lission To foster under~tanding. appreciation. and enjoyment of the natural world through education: to preserve ecologically significant c~reas: and to advocate stewardship and conservation of natural re~ource~.

\Iaterials Available The nature center has a wide variety of book~ and video~ available for purcha~e.

Programs Offered

Pondering the Pond Grades Pre-K- K I Hour $2/student Students explore the pond and di-;cover which creatures call the muddy bottom horne. Up close with live animals, students learn -thout mammals. amphibians and reptiles that live in and around the pond.

Pnnd Study In nmr classroom (optional): Grades 1-3 50 minute~ $1 /student+ mi. Through active participation. students will gain an understanding of the layers of life Within a pond community and be introduced to food chain' and food webs of this habitat. In thefield: 11/z Hour~ $3/~tudent Student' vi,it the edge of Abbott's pond and u'e net~ to discover its inhabitants. including crayfish. dragontly nymphs. , and ti-,hes. Students will learn the difference~ between amphibians and reptile' and explore the trails for animals that use the pond.

Sea,hore. Salt Marsh & Sand Dunes 2 Hours $3/student By exploring three coastline habitats. the beach. the salt marsh and dunes. and by examining the animals and plants that live in

Beach Ecology In rour classroom ( option(d ): Grade' 4-6 50 minute~ $1 /student+ mi. Students will learn about the different beach Lones. what live~ in each and why. and di~cover the importance of the Delaware Bay f-. -,tuary and ~alt marsh. In thefield: 3 Hours 54/student \\.hile visiting Slaughter Beach. students use various sampling methods. including transect quadrants and seining. to examine the ,·haracteristics of the beach. dune. salt marsh and intertidal habitats. Through active participation. students understand the interre­ .. ttionships between each habitat and the organism' that live there. Di~cussions focus on plant and animal adaptations and human rrnpact on the marine environment.

Ennd Ecology In wwr classroom (optional): 50 minutes S 1/~tudent +mi. Through hands-on activities. student~ learn the important role that a pond plays hy examining different pond zones and the animals :hat live in and around it. In thefield: B \ seining the water. pulling plankton nets and looking through a microscope. students will learn about the many inhabitants of '\hbott's Pond. ln~ects. amphibians. fi~h. reptiles and plankton arc collected and closely examined. Using water quality equip­ :nent, students will also discover the health of Abbott's Pond. (Continued)

9 Forest/Field/Swamp 2 Hour~ $3/~tudent Using variou~ ~ampling technique~. ~o,tudenh become ~cientists examining the phy~ical and biological characteristics within a fore~t. a field and a ~v.amp. Through data collection, they discover the similaritie~ and differences within each habitat.

Stream Ecology 2 112 Hourr.; $4/~tudent Students explore Johnson·~ Branch u~ing \\ater qualit; te~t kits. nets and microscope~ in the wet lab. Using a variety of surveying technique~. they learn accurate v. a:-, to determine the health of a stream.

Fantastic Fish 2 Hour-, $4/student Students will discover biological and ecological adaptation-, of fi~h. Through hand~-on activities including seining in Abbott's pond and di~~ecting in our new lab. all a-,pech of a fi-,h'-, life are examined. Students collect scientific data on external and internal feature~ and record it in a log.

Exploring by Canoe Grade~ 5-X 4 Hours $7 /~tudent Explore Abbott's Mill Pond by canoe. After learning ba~ic canoeing ~kill~. ~tudenh embark on a trip of discovery and history of this high quality aquatic habitat, home to beaver. turtle~. wading birds and waterfowl. Using various methods, students sample plant and animal life from the pond and take a closer look with magnifying lenses and microscopes.

The Academy of Natural Sciences

Carie Szalay Watershed Education Manager 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103-1195 (215) 299-1057 Fax#: (215) 299-1165 E-mail: -,[email protected] Web site: www.acnabci.org, wv. w.urbanriver~.org

Mission To expand knowledge of nature through discovery and to inspire stewardship of the environment.

Materials Available Website educational supplements-Water: The River to You and Water: Sky to Sea LivinK Downstream Interactive Watershed Exhibit-A hand-,-on di~play that connect~ human activites on land to the health of our water bodie~. Living Downstream Teacher's Guide-Activity guide for cla~~room and on-~ite to facilitate the Academy's watershed exhibit. Educator Workshops-Teacher~ learn along-,ide Academy -,cientists about waterr.;hed.., and \\etland-, within the Delaware River water~hed. Educator's Night Out-Previe\v Academy education le~~ons and outreach program-,. Recei\ e pre and pmt-visit materials for lesson~. Find out if your school o~ grant-eligible for a free Academy \ i-,it.

Programs Offered 18 interactive le~sons available including two water-,hed Ie-,som: Water, Water Everywhere Grades 3-5 S65 for up tll _~() 'tud'"'nt'

What's Your Watershed Addre~s'? Grades 6 and up ~65 for up ll 1 ~~ 1 'tulL'nt' Watery Worlds Grade~ preK-~ S65 ft)r ur~ 1<1 -~~~ ,tLllL'Ilt'

12 traveling lessons are available to grades 3 and up includtng 2 \\c~tcr,helll~·",>~1, Pr:--e' \,tn.

[II Air Management Services Department of Public Health City of Philadelphia

Daisy Cintron Environmental Program" Coordinator 321 University Avenue Philadelphia. PA 19104 (215) 685-9440 Fax#: (215) 685-7593

Mission To protect the health and quality of life of the people of the Philadelphia community from the adverse effects of air contaminator~ and noi'le.

Materials Available Do You Know How to Keep Our Woter Clean? WET Instruction Ham/hook Environmental Teaching Guide (\'olumes I & 2) Beneath the Shell Pollution Solutiom n:n: n: "~ n: n: nn:n:

Air & Waste Management Association

One Gateway Center. 3ru Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ( 412) 232-3444 Fax#: (412) 232-3450

:\1aterials Available Environmental Resource Guide- Nonpoint Source Pollution Prerention Grades K-12 Guide addresse~ the impact of land use on the quality of water. Activitie~ focus on agriculture. mining, forestry and urban pollution and four types of pollution: sediment. nutrienh. bacteria. and toxins.

II Alliance for a Living Ocean (ALO)

Carol Elliott Program Coordinator 2007 Long Beach Blvd. North Beach Haven. NJ 08008 (609) 492-0222 Fax#: (609) 492-6216 www.livingocean.org i\1ission To promote and maintain clean water and a healthy coastal environment through education. research and active participation. We recognize the need to manage our water<.>hed. bay. and ocean holistically since all \Vater tlows from ''the raindrop to the ocean."

Materials Available Various fact sheets about nonpoint source pollution. marine life. and ocean pollution. Resource library available to students also.

Programs Offered From the Raindrop to the Ocean $75.00 Responsible Living on a Barrier Island $75.00 Wetlands $75.00 Coastal EnviroScape S75.00 Eco-tour of a Barrier l'->land S I 00.00 Scaveni!er Hunt ',_i(). ()() Adopt-a-Beach S50.00 (donations accepted).

12 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Pat Devlin Information Service~ Direl.'tor 600 N. Second Street. Su1tc ~008 Harrisburg, P A I 71 0 I (71 7) 236-8825 Fax#: (71 I) 236-9019 E-mail: [email protected] Web ~ite: www.acb-online.org

Organization Description A regionaL nonprofit organization that build~ and fo'-.ter~ partner~hip~ to restore the Che~apeake Bay and its rivers.

Materials Available The following i~ a li~t of teacher acti\ itie..., and re~ource..., available to help teach students about the importance and ecology of the Che...,apeake Ba):

Ror BC's - A multidi~ciplinary approach to teaching about the Chesapeake Bay. (grades K-3). Honds on Feet Wet - Aquatic activitie~ and project..., recommended for elementary levels. Chesapeake Wotershed Actiritr Guide - More acti\ itie..., with the watershed, recommended for middle and high -,choollevels. bn·ironmentol Educution Acti\'ity Kit - Thi~ packet contain~ information sheeb with activities that present important issues relating to the area. recommended for elementary and middle school levels. lnt roduction to an Ecosystem - Provide~ general information on the Bay's eco~ystem. geology, habitats and rc~ources. The Noblest Bay - A hi...,torical map and .... ummary of the hi...,tory of the Chesapeake Bay. \\'ild!(f"e Fact Sheets - Information on animal..., dependent on the Bay: osprey. blue crabs, bald eagles, mallards, ,tml other waterfowl animab. 15ockyurd Conserl'(lfion Storter Kit - For a free hooklet and tip .... heet on compmting, mulching, wetland~. ponds, pe....r management. etc. phone 1-888-LANDC ARE. Puh!ications and Posters on Watershed. Wetlonds. ond Woter Quality - Provided by the Terrene Institute, call -03/661-1500. !he Second Edition Enrironmentol Educotion Rewurce.\ Directory - A guide to Environmental Information and bJucation in VA, call 1-800-662-CRIS.

Programs Offered The Water Wizard Van \\an with instructional materiab that can he u~ed to teach about "Learning and Caring for Virginia's \\'aterways."' For more information about re~erving the Water Wizard Van. contact Barry Fox at VA State l. niversity at 804/524-5848.

( ·he~apeakc Bay Field Trip~ fhe...,e involve hand..., on experience..., with water quality testing, canoeing, fishing with nets, discussions on H.t) i...,~ue~ and more. For more information contact the education coordinator at 410/268-8816. American Water Resources Association

950 Herndon Parkway, Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20170-5531 (504) 687-8390 Fax #: (703) 904-1228

Materials Available Ground~w1ter: The Hidden Resource.' (Grades 3-8) 3'x2' poster designed to catch the attention of students; provides teacher with an instructional resource. How Do We Treat Our Wastewater (Grade~ 3-8) Poster designed to catch the attention of students; provides teacher with an in~tructiona] re~ource. Water: The resource that gets used and used and used.flJr e1•erything.1 (Grades 3-8) Designed to catch the attention of students and provides teacher with an instructional resource. Wetlands: Water, Wildlife, Plants and People (Grades 3-8) - Designed to catch the attention of students and provides teacher with an instructional resource.

Aqua Trails Kayak Tours

McDoetr s Marina 956 Ocean Drive Cape May, NJ 08204 (609) 884-5600 www.aquatrails.com

Mission To introduce people to the great sport of kayaking while touring the salt marshes of Southern New Jersey. Paddlers are taught how the ecosystem works and about the many creatures that live there.

Materials A vail able Brochures are available at no charge.

Programs Offered Tours are available to students at a 20o/r discount. teachers are free. Girl and Boy Scouh and members of the armed forces are abo eligible for the 20c1c discount.

1-+ Artesian Water Company

Nancy Parker Conservation & Environmental Initiatives Coordinator f1()4 Churchmam Road Newark, DE I 9702 (302) 453-6953 Fax#: (302) 453-6957 www.artesianwater.com

Organization Description: A public water utility.

Programs Offered An in-house program on water conservation and water re-,ource protection is available at no charge for Delaware 4 111 grade ~tudents.

Awbury Arboretum

Elsie Viehman Environmental Education Coordinator Francis Cope House, I Awbury Road Philadelphia, PA 19138-1505 r215) 849-5561 xl4 Fax#: (215) 849-0213

\fission To improve the quality of life in our community now and for future generations by cultivating an appreciation of nature ,md an understanding of the interconnectedness of all living thing~ through protection, enhancement, and interpretation of llUr historic landscape.

\late rials Available -\ free Teacher's Information Packet is sent when a trip is scheduled. The packet included pre and post-trip activities.

Programs Offered -\daptations Grades 2-3 11/z Hour~ $3/student rake a closer look at the wonder of plant and animal adaptations. Students may examine bark, thorns. flowers, '"·amouflage. vision and an assortment of pond life adaptations while they visit a variety of habitats.

'\ ature' s Recycling Grades 3-8 11/z Hours $3/student [)i-,cover how nature recycle~ nutrients. water. and energy. Student~ examine the vital life and water cycles of trees. ·ncluding photosynthe~is and the gradual decay of leave~ and dead tree~ in Wetland, Big Tree Land. and Decomposer l.and.

\\.etlands Grades 3-8 11/z Hours $3/student l)i-,cover the importance of wetlands in our own stream and ponds at Awhury. Student~ participate in hands-on collecting tnd identifying ponds species while learning about the adaptatiom and the water cycle. April-June (loan box available).

\ wide variety of other programs. along with in-class programs (December-March. $75.00). are available to choose from. \ -,eries of loan boxes to accompany your lessons at Awbury is available. Each loan box contains teacher's lesson scripts .nJ directions, artifacts, equipment. and activity materiab.

15 Barrier Island Ocean Watch Network (BIOWNET)

Dr. Frederick L. Bach BIOWNET Administrator 44 Sunrise Drive Montvale, NJ 07645 (20 I) 391-3902 Fax#: (20 I) 391-4562 [email protected]

Mission To promote. through a computer network, the exchange of idea:-. and discuss the problems common 10 barrier island communities, some of which include: ocean conservation. protection of seashore animal habitats and sea creatures. clean beaches. dune protection and rebuilding u"ing natural methods. dune vegetation. elimination of e:-tuary, bay and ocean point and non-point source pollution. water quality. and living on ban·ier islands in an ecologically responsible way. l\•laterials Available ''Dune Replenishment: The Andre.\ Method'' a I 0 minute video tape available for $14.

Additional Information Per~ons not living in a barrier island community. but who are interested in the BIO\VNET are welcome to participate in the project. BIOWNET's conference name on the Institute for Global Communication's (IGC) EcoNet is env.biownet.

Berks County Conservancy

Tami Jo Lutz Environmental Projects Manager 960 Old Mill Road Wyomissing. PA 19610 (610) 372-4992 Fax#: (610) 372-2917 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.berk::.,-con~ervancy.org

Mission To promote the preservation and enhancement of agriculturaL historicaL and em·ironmental re:-.ources which contribute to the quality of life in our community.

Programs Offered Conservancy staff members wiH visit schools to speak about \Vater quality issues. natural habitats. or any other issues relat­ ing to our mission.

16 Bicycle Coalition of the Delaware Valley

Sue McNamara Executive Director 252 S. 11 111 Street Philadelphia, PA 191 07 (215) 829-4188 Fax#: (215) 829-0426 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To promote and extend the opportunitie~ to travel safely by bicycle through education and ad\ ocac:.

Materials Available Commuter Bike Map $6 Curriculwn Guidefor Bike Safety $10 Kids on Bikes $2

Programs Offered Youth Cycle and Recycle call 2151763-5214. Bicycle Education Enhancement Program call 215/829-4937.

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Tina Watson Outdoor Recreation Planner 2591 Whitehall Neck Road Smyrna, DE 19977 (302) 653-6872 Fax#: (302) 653-0684

Mission To provide a diverse group of habitats: freshwater, brackish and ..,alt marsh. bay. gra..,..,Jand. farm field and forest and in turn. a great variety of plants and animals. Also to educate about the National Wildlife Refuge system and bird migration.

Materials Available (all at no charge) Bornbay Hook NWR brochure Bomha_v Hook NWR Auto Tour brochure Birds brochure Boardwalk Trail brochure Bear Swamp Trail brochure Parson Point Trail hrochure Environmental Education Materials Packet: Wetlands Lesson Plan 1: Fre.\lnmter Marsh !Jzre.\Tiguriom Lesson Plan 2: Salr Marsh lnrestigations Lesson Plan 3: Delcnmre Bay E.\ftwry !m·e.\Tigarions Forest: Lesson Plan Oven·iew packet Daw Sheet: Meadmr Study (Outdoor Classroom Guide)

Programs Offered (free to ~chools) A wildlife management tour of the refuge i~ available showing the management techniques used on the refuge to enhance the habitat for wildlife. Also included are bird and other wildlife identification. There are nature walb covering various ecological topics. emphasizing wetland value. and pointing out wildlife and their sign~. Trails range from 1;4 to I mile in length. There are currently three habitat studies to choose from: (I) Forest- students are provided with jars, troweb. large white paper: in teams they ~earch the leaf litter. soil and under logs for wildlife (invertebrates and herp~): they may abo choo..,e to do flower or tree identification. (2) Freshwater. brackish, and bay- studenb. using aquatic nets, dip in the water to catch animals. We as~ist in the identification of specimen~. Groups over 5 111 grade may abo choo~e to conduct \\ ater quality tests and do plant identification. (3) Meadow- using aerial net~ studenb '-,\Veep for tn..,ects and other invertebrate~ and learn techniques for keying down specie~. They may also learn flower identification or do a habitat compari~on.

Movies are also available, a~ are talks on various wildlife topics. such a~ endangered specie.., and biodiversity.

17 Brandywine Conservancy-Environmental Management Center

Robert Lonsdorf Senior Planner for Watersheds and Biodiversity P.O. Box 141 Chadds Ford, P A 19317 (610) 388-8314 Fax#: (610) 388-1575 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.brandywine.org

Mission To conserve the natural and cultural resources of the Brandywine River watershed and other selected areas with a primary emphasis on conservation of water quantity and quality.

Materials Available Series of informational brochures Conservation Easesments Free Riparian Stream Buffers Free

Programs Offered For a free site tour, contact Thorn Lawson at 610-388-8343. Affiliated with Brandywine River Museum which also offers tours, which may have a fee (610-388-2700).

Brandywine Zoo

Jill Karlson-Hinton Curator of Education 1101 North Park Drive Wilmington, DE 19802 (302) 571-7788 Fax#: (302) 571-7787 E-mail: jkarlson-hi @state.de.us Web site: www.kiz.de.us/warner/zoointro.htm

Mission To enhance and enrich people's understanding of and respect for all living things and inspire wildlife conservation.

Programs Offered Formal education programs are developed to provide Delaware students with engaging, entertaining and science standards-based programs that enhance and enrich Delaware's curriculum based on National Science Standards and Dela­ ware Content Standards. On-Site Programs-Discovery Tours, Zoo Camps, Family Programs, Discovery Days (weekends June-August) Outreach Programs-Traveling Zoo (Ages 18 mos to senior citizens), Lectures or Interactive Discussion Series Teacher Inservice Programs-Delaware Teachers Center Programs, Suitcase for Survival, and Zoo Careers

18 Brandywine Valley Association (BVA)

Harriet Wentz!Ellen Makmvski Director of Education/School Programs Director 1760 Unionville-Wawaset Road West Chester, PA 19380 (610) 793-1090 Fax#: (610) 793-2813 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.brz-rcva.org

Mission To promote the restoration, preservation. conservation and enjoyment of the natural resources of the Brandywine Valle~ Watershed through educational programs, environmental studies. projects, and technological advocacy.

Programs Offered At Home in Your Habitat Grades K-3 I Hour $3.50/participant Search for signs of wildlife while learning the four basic components of a habitat. Students discover a variety of animal homes while understanding how .;;pecific habitats provide food, water. shelter and space. Cycling and Recycling Grades 3-6 J .5 Hours $4.50/participant Explore nature's air. water and soil cycles to see how the building materials of life are used over and over again in a balanced ecosystem. When used with the lunch recycling program. students will follow nature's example as they rec~clc their lunch wastes and minimize their impact on the environment. Communities at Work Grades 4-8 2 Hours $5.50/participant Explore the inhabitants of a pond. stream or field/forest community while discovering how they interact and adapt. For each community, students collect organisms and examine their interdependency through the transfer of energy. Small groups may request which community they would like to explore. Due to physical limitations, large groups may need to t'l' divided so that each student explores only one of the three communities. Working Watershed Grades 6-8 2 Hours $5.50/participant \Vater makes the world go round. Learn about water cycles. why water is so precious. and why it must be protected. Students gain an understanding of how a watershed is defined and how it is affected by human development. The) v.. ill pollute and attempt to cleanup a water sample and/or explore a local stream to test its quality. Brandywine Watershed Tour Grades 6-8 4 Hours by special arrangement \lost residents of the Brandywine Watershed know very little about where their water comes from, what happens after they've used it, and where their garbage goes. Students tour a water treatment plant, a sewage treatment plant. and a larlllt .. to understand traditional resource management. They also visit sites with alternative conservation practices such a.., a 'pr.t: · rTigation system and a recycling center. The tour is designed specifically for your students. This is a great program f, H. ,tudies in environmental problems. conservation or community planning. Canoeing Water Quality Program Grades 7-8 4 Hours $30/participant "H:arch for aquatic organisms in a stream and learn how to use them as indicators of stream health and changes. Student" ,(11p at water quality testing sites along the Brandywine Creek. Canoeing experience is not necessary, basic instruction \', 'c given. An east branch or west branch trip is available: please indicate which trip at the time of registration. A m~q·

,f1()\ving drop-off points will be sent to you. It is highly recommended that students participate in "Communitie.., at\\ 1 d. "treams" prior to this program.

B\·A Streamwatch Program

.'1l' Fava "···.._':tmwatch Coordinator ·nail: [email protected] ~reat deal of information and assistance on stream health and monitoring is available.

19 Briar Bush Nature Center

Dede Long Executive Director 12l2 Edgehill Road Abington, P A 19001 (215) 887-6603 Fax#: (215) 887-9079 E-mail: [email protected]

Materials Available Loan boxes (varying fees) Teacher Workshops (varying fees)

Programs Offered Over 100 hands on specific classroom activities are available, along with trail hikes, pond studies stream

Bucks County Audubon Society (BCAS) I Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center

Max DeVane Program Coordinator for Teacher Education 6324 Upper York Road New Hope, PA 18938 (215) 297-5880 Fax#: (215) 297-0835 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: bcas.org

Mission To create an awareness, an appreciation, and above all, a sense of stewardship the

Materials Available Pre and post-trip materials that compliment lessons at Honey Hollow (BCAS is an approved Act 48 provider)

Programs Offered School class trips $3.75 per student Classroom outreach programs $125 Topics include: Wetlands & Watersheds, Forests All classes help teachers address the P A State Standards for ecology and the emnrcmn1entt. Bucks County Conservation District

Sheffer Conservationist Town Center New Britain, PA 18901 (215) 345-7577 Fax#: 345-7584 E-mail: bucksconservation @prodigy.net Web site: www.bucksconservation.org

Mission To provide for the wise use, management and development of Bucks County's soil, water and related natural resources.

Materials Available Conservation & You Newsletter Pollution: A Teacher's Guide The Lake Surprise Watershed: A Resource Worth Protecting Community Watershed and Water Resources: A Curriculum for Burlington, NJ Middle School Students The Bucks County Water Supply and Wellhead Protection Study Delaware River Corridor Study, Natural Setting Study Handbook of Environmental Procedures Little Neshaminy Creek Watershed, Stormwater Management Plan Neshaminy Creek Watershed, Stormwater Management Plan Neshaminy Creek Watershed Conservation Plan Stormwater Management and Nonpoint Source Pollution Control in the Delaware Estuary Protection Waters, Implementation Handbook and Water Conservation Guide for Pennsylvania Clean Water Action Plan: Restoring and Protecting America's Waters n•'lltnrrYin Guidance for Determining the Effectiveness of Nonpoint Source Control Wastewater Management Video Environment in the Home Video Environmental Education Video a Drop in the Ocean Video Your Watershed Video in a Watershed Video Watersheds Video

.v"''"IT,,..,YI Prevention Video Reuse and Recycle Video Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control Video

lrn1,~vn·rpr Management- Public Version Video Delaware Estuary: "Where the River Meets the Sea" Video Wealth of Wetlands Video Water Everywhere- But Is There Enough? Video rlf•·'r..:JVJPrl" Video other publications and videos are available. (No charge, but a copy fee may apply)

of classroom programs catered to meet teacher's curriculum goals.

21 Camden County Department of Health and Human Services

Robert Pirrotta Assistant Chief Inspector P.O. Box 9, Lakeland Road Blackwood, NJ 08012-0009 (856) 374-6063 Fax#: (856) 374-6212

Organization Description Water Quality Unit of the Environmental Health Division/Protection of Ground and Surface Water.

Materials Available (no fee) Nonpoint source pollution brochures Water quality booklets

Programs Offered Speakers are available at no charge.

Camden County Environmental Commission

Henry J. Midura Chairperson 2311 Egg Harbor Road Lindenwold, NJ 08021 (609) 566-3131 Fax#: (609) 566-3130

Organization Description This is a volunteer organization appointed by the Camden County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Materials Available (slight charge for large orders and mailing) What is a Watershed? How Does Urbanization Change a Watershed? What is Ground Water? Nonpoint Source Pollution Watershed Focus

22 Camden County Soil Conservation District

Dobbs Manager Commerce Lane, Suite Berlin, NJ 08091 767-6299 #: (856) 767-1676 E-mail: [email protected]

.'Vlission District's education program is designed to increase awareness about the importance of conservation and our environ-

'laterials Available Dnr•nirorr Soil and Water Conservation Guide Comic Books

Pri•ar·!:lrra..: Offered Conservation Essay and Poster Contests Day Program Seedling Sale Workshops: Learning Tree & Project Wild

May County Mosquito Commission

Court House, NJ 08210 465-9038 (609) 465-7228

''"""torm mosquito research and control in the most environmentally sound, economically feasible, legal, safe and effec­ possible.

·:.tort<::ll..: Available a number of handouts and fact sheets available at no charge.

programs are offered at this time: Mosquito Biology and a general Introduction to Entomology. Trips to our facility for the most complete program, but can also be done at your facility.

23 Cape May-Lewes Ferry

Charisse Rudolph Guest Services Manager P.O. Box 827 N. Cape May, NJ 08204 (609) 889-7255 Fax#: (609) 886-1021 E-mail: charisse.rudolph @drba.net Web site: www.capemaylewesferry.com

Mission To provide the most professional delivery of transportation and tourism services to our customers, ashore and afloat, to en­ sure that their experience with us will be regarded as "the best ride in America"; to be so much fun that all our customers will praise our effort; and that our operation will be safe and on-time as it becomes standard for the industry.

Materials Available Rand McNally Activity Guide Free Lighthouse Pete Coloring Book Free

Programs Offered Land Tour Free Round-Trip Boat Ride (Foot Passenger) $5.00 per person

Cape May National Wildlife Refuge

Bruce Luebke Assistant Manager 24 Kimbles Beach Road Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 (609) 463-0994 Fax#: (609) 463-1667

Mission To preserve important habitat for hundreds of thousands of migratory birds which pass through each year. Birds include shorebirds, raptors, woodcock, waterfowl and songbirds.

Materials Available Posters Various Brochures Handouts Educational Guides

Programs Offered Public use trails are available for wildlife observation, e;Jrlc,

24 Carbon County Environmental Education Center

Susan Gallagher or Jeannie Chief Naturalist/Naturalist 151 E. White Bear Drive Summit Hill, P A 18250 (570) 645-8597 Fax#: (570) 645-8499 Web site: http://home. ptd.net/ ~cceec

Mission To educate the general public about natural systems and the way they function. In addition the CCEEC hopes to instill values, attitudes, and behaviors that will best conserve and improve our environment.

Materials Available A loan library of books, videos, slides and natural specimens are available without charge. Also water test kits are available for loan.

variety of programs are offered, and are tailored to meet the needs of individual groups. Programs range in price from S67-$225 depending on location and number of participants.

Annual Events Bodies Cornfield Maze Annual Rafting Trek Envirothon Conservation Camp Crawlers Rick Club Contest

25 Center for Global Environmental Education

Tracy Fallon Program Coordinator Hamline University 1536 Hewitt Avenue MS-A 1760 St. Paul, MN 55104-1284 (651) 523-2480 Fax#: (651) 523-2987 E-mail: cgee@ hamline.edu Web site: www.cgee.hamline.edu/watershed

Organization Description The Watershed Partners is an informal association of organizations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota metropolitan area committed to addressing shared goals pertaining to watershed education. The group cooperates through educational projects, networking, and sharing resources. The Watershed Partners, almost 40 members strong and growing, is an award-winning example of how various organizations (governmental agencies, non-profits, community-based environmental groups, and academic and educational institutions) can work together. It is the mission of the Watershed Partners to promote a public understanding that inspires people to act to protect water quality in their watershed.

Materials Available An extensive web site. (Please see http://cgee.hamline.edu/watershed.) This site is dedicated to watershed education and was designed to resemble the brochures created by the Watershed Partners. The information is directed to Minneapolis/St. Paul residents and references the Mississippi but is relevant to any urban watershed.

Programs Offered l..nUYillm~~lill.Uill (please see http://cgee.hamline.edu/watershed/TheShed.htm) This exhibit is available to Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area teachers for use in their school during units on rivers or watersheds. Watershed Partners usually come into the schools and assist with the exhibit.

see http://cgee.hamline.edu/rol_ welcomelindex.html) Rivers of Life is an inter-connected series of water-related projects and initiatives, delivered over the Internet to K-12 teachers and learners all over the world. Using Rivers of teachers utilize rivers and watersheds as an entry point to studies of the environment, and our relationship to Earth. This program is subscription-based, but the pricing structure for the coming school year has not been determined. Please contact us at [email protected] if you are interesting in receiving more information.

}Y_£~JQJ~~J.ili~_Q!J!1_UJ1m.~lli.§.!§§!J2Q! (CD-ROM) This explores the impacts of civilization on the upper Mississippi River system from pre-European settlement up to the present. The program, developed for grades 5-8, will include a wealth of historical and ecological information, engaging interactions, and graphic and audio resources. The CD-ROM will be available for purchase (approx. $40), along with a Study Guide. Please E-mail [email protected] if you are interested .

.!2;_~~~~~~~~~~ (please see A Thousand Friends of Frogs connects K-12 students, educators, families, and scientists from Minnesota and beyond to study and celebrate frogs and their habitats. An Educator's Guide is available by contacting [email protected].

This 2 Yz" thick guide was created by the Watershed Partners to meet the need for ready-to-use water education materials in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. This handbook provides local governmental units, non-profit organizations, and educators with materials from all over the country that can be used in community education outreaches with little or no modification. At this time, the guide is not available for reprint, but talks are underway for funding to do so.

26 Center in the Park/Senior Environmental Corps (CIP/SEC)

Fred Lewis, Volunteer Coordinator Susan McLaughlin, Program Coordinator 58 18 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia. P A 19144 ( 2 15) 848-7722 Fax #: (2 15) 848-0979 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.libertynet.com/ctrpark

Organization Description Center in the Park Senior Environment Corps provides opportunities for older adults to play active, visible roles in protecting and improving the environment. Volunteers monitor the water quality of the Wissahickon Creek and its tributaries promoting the restoration, preservation and stewardship of the Lower Wissahickon Watershed through educational programming, community outreach initiatives, data collection activities and field trips .

.\ laterials Available Local maps and historical information \\' ater quality database (Wissahickon. Monoshone, Cresheim, and Rock Creeks), protocols and test kits Classroom materials GLOBE Program support

Programs Offered Partnerships with local public and private schools to enhance the classroom curriculum with hands-on activites, educational resources, community service opportunities, and field trips. Programs and projects are tailored to fulfill individual school requests and accommodate CIPSEC volunteers. Please call for more information.

Chesapeake Bay Program United States Environmental Protection Agency

Kate Naughten Communications/Education 410 Severn Avenue, Suite 109 -\nnapolis, MD 21403 1-ll 0) 267-5700 Fax #: (410) 267-5777 \\.eb site: www.chesapeakebay.net

.\lission To lead and empower others to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay Ecosystem for future generations.

\ laterials Available Ch esapeake Bay- Introduction to an Ecosystem Booklet Ch esapeake Bay Wetlands - A Vital Link Chesapeake Bay Program, State of the Bay /999 Report Priorities for Action for Land, Growth and Stewardship in the Chesapeake Bay Region Report \lid-Atlantic States State of the Environment 1997 Report Fact Sheets: What 's New with .. . Chesapeake Bay Living Resources in 1998 What 's New with ... Toxics Reduction in the Chesapeake Bay in 1998 What's New with . .. Land, Growth and Stewardship in the Chesapeake Bay Region A Snapshot of Chesapeake Bay: How's it doing? Chesapeake 2000 Renewing the Bay Agreement Bayscapes

27 Chester County Parks & Recreation Department

Glenn Nelson Education Coordinator 601 Westtown Road, #160 P.O. Box 2747 West Chester, PA 19380-0990 (610) 344-6415 Fax#: (610) 344-5469 E-mail: gnelson @Chesco.org www.chesco.org/ccparks

Mission To preserve large tracts of open space for public use while providing educational programs and recreational facilities.

Programs Offered Environmental and cultural education programs are provided to increase awareness of natural and cultural resources and encourage the conservation of these resources. Customized wetlands & watershed education programs are available to schools with design to help Pennsylvania teachers meet the new Department of Education Wetland Standard for 4th, 7th, lOth & 12th grades.

Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association

Carl DuPoldt Executive Director P.O. Box 972 Edgemont, P A 19028-0972 (610) 353-2926 Fax#: (610) 892-9622 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.ctic.purdue.edu/crcwa/home.html

Mission To support, encourage, and promote the enjoyment, restoration, rrn,~o:Pr'l~ltH'•n protection and prudent management of the natural resources of the Chester, Ridley and Crum Creek watersheds.

Materials Available Chester Creek Report $5 Crum Creek Report $5 Ridley Creek Report $5 Crum Creek Snapshot $30 Ridley Creek Snapshot $30 Chester Creek Snapshot $15 CRCWA Brochure Free Video $20

28 Mission CPA encourages the "establishment and maintenance of and open spaces Philadelphia" furthering awareness and about natural resources in our urban community. Founded in 1888, today Parks Association fosters collaborative that encourage and of urban space , '""·''"FJ.U.U'V"' education and of

Materials Available and

Orchard Road DEI97ll-5137 366-8059

to talk to anyone with an interest in White Creek or other stream regions.

29 Delaware and Raritan Greenway Hamilton/Trenton Marsh

Patricia Orban Quinby Director of Public Outreach 570 Mercer Road Princeton, NJ 08540 (609) 924-4646 Fax#: (609) 924-5577 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delrargreenway.org

Organization Description The Delaware and Raritan Greenway is central New regional 2,800 acres along the Delaware and Raritan Canal and streams flowing protec1ted. For the past five years, a public private partnership to develop a management na1rm tton Trenton Marsh has been spearheaded.

Materials Available Educational materials are currently being developed.

Programs Offered Many programs are available through various partners.

Gary Kreamer or Bob Jones Aquatic Education Specialists 4876 Hay Point Landing Road Smyrna, DE 19977 (302) 653-2883 Fax#: (302) 653-3431 E-mail: [email protected] RobertJ ones@ state. de. us

Mission To increase public awareness of and appreciation for Delaware's resources and knowledge to assist with development and public understanding of aquatic resource use and management of those resources.

Materials Available (all programs are free) Workshops and loan kits for hands-on learning about Delaware wetlands. education are available. There are also workshops and materials groups participating in the state's successful "'u""'~-a­ opportunities (day and overnight) are available upon request at the Center.

Programs Offered

selt-contamted, curriculum-standard-correlated learning stations, it was developed to provide grade 4-8 teachers with hands-on tool for into wetland education. These kits are available for free loan, contingent upon attendance at a six-hour WADE workshop.

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30 engaging, simulation-based program introduces school through adult audiences to sustainable resource use through role-playing of a offers a powerful tool through which students the economic and issues involved resource use. Fish Banks game kits ($1 00 value) are nrr\UH,An free of charge to Delaware schools "'"_.,,.,.,,""""'nr upon teacher of an AREC-presented six-hour training workshop.

This project shows teachers how to horseshoe crabs in the classroom. A special three-hour, part-on-the-Bay, part-in-the-lab workshop is offered each at the AREC with the annual spring horseshoe crab spawning ritual), in cooperation with educators from the Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

These programs are available at the AREC to grade classes statewide as an extension of the Smithsonian Ecosystems curriculum module. In the field students rotate in small groups through a series of hands-on, inquiry-based ·'Eco-Stations", each focusing on a different component of the tidal salt marsh system. Throughout the 3-hour program, ;;;tudents are challenged to gather, record and interpret data about the ecosystem, explore the adaptations of plants and animals conditions there, and where possible, role play the work of scientists in surveying such habitats. Extensive pre-trip, and assessment materials are made available to participating teachers. Field activities are facilitated with the help of trained college interns and volunteers.

Adopt-a-Wetland Program is a volunteer-oriented program aimed at promoting public awareness of wetland values and functions, while offering for citizen-based monitoring and of these precious Delaware resources. Coordination, support, and are provided through Delaware in partnership with the Division of Water Resources Wetlands Section, and the help of dedicated volunteer coordinators in each county. Special training workshops for veteran, new and potential are offered annually at the AREC.

new project provides area educators with field experiences and curriculum materials to explore the Delaware Bay horseshoe crab/shorebird phenomenon and the management controversy surrounding it. Through a unique coalition of state natural resource agencies, environmental education centers, non-profit organizations and teachers, four '~'--~' ...... , .. u,,.u learning modules have been developed, each featuring an introductory video "teaser", followed by a series of mt\~ra~::::tnre exercises that deepen student understanding of the concepts and issues. Workshops are held each spring at the

31 Delaware Audubon Society

Kathy Tidball Education Chair P.O. Box 1713 Wilmington, DE 19899 (302) 328-2532 Fax #: (302) 328-2532 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delawareaudubon.org

Mission To promote an appreciation and understanding of nature; to preserve and protect our natural emnr

Materials Available Audubon Adventures curriculum enhancement materials to teach science, en'•'ln)nrneinal for nature to children in grades 4 to 6. Each kit includes 5 newspapers (copies for each poster and wall certificate, internet forum and teacher's resource manual. Materials

Programs Offered Teacher training seminars of Audubon Adventures (free) how they support state education standards.

Delaware Bay Schooner Project

Bob Walker Education Director 2800 High Street (Bivalve) Port Norris, NJ 08349 (856) 785-2060 Fax#: (856) 785-2893 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.ajmeerwald.org

Mission To build stewardship and provide education; to conserve Delaware Estuary and coastal waters of New Jersey.

Materials Available Pre-sail Information Packet-Estuary-based curriculum c.ucl1!c.n!P•

Programs Offered 3-hour Educational Sail 1-hour "Life is Good Here by the Bay" Assembly vrr>o-rc.rn 112 hour Distance Learning Sessions

32 Delaware Boating Council

Jane Brereton Secretary 313 Stahl Avenue New Castle. DE 19720 (3()2) 328-7343 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission The Council is a non-profit public service group composed of individuals and representative~ of organinttion'-> concerned with best interest of boaters using Delaware waters with special emphasis on boating safety.

Materials Available List and schedule of organizations providing boating safety cour~e..,

Programs Offered Boating safety programs can be arranged through member'> as representatives of their organizations

Delaware Center for Horticulture

Heather Ockels Assistant Tree Manager 1810 N. Dupont Street Wilmington, DE 19806 (302) 658-6262 Fax#: (302) 658-6267 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dehort.org

Mission: Improving the quality of life on Delaware by promoting knowledge and appreciation of gardening, horticulture and conservation.

Materials Available Tree-related curricula provided to schools participating in Arbor Day programs

Programs Offered Arbor Day (partnership with Wilmington Dept. of Parks & Recreation for Wilmington ~chools)

33 Delaware Department of Natural Resources and EnYironn1ental Control (DNREC)

Nancy Rolli Community Relatiom Officer 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 1990 I (302) 739-4506 Fax#: (302) 739-6242 E-mail: nrolli@ state.de. us Web site: www.dnrec.state.de.us

Mission To protect and manage the states' vital natural resources. protect public health and safety, provide qual it: outdoor recreation and to serve and educate the citizens of the First State about the wise use. conservation and enhancement of Delaware's environment.

Programs Offered Project WET National Project WET is an interdisciplinary water education program intended to supplement an educator· s existing curriculum. The goal is to facilitate and promote the awareness. appreciation. knowledge. and stewardship of water resources through the dissemination of classroom-ready teaching aids. Teachers K-12 can obtain the guide-.. by attending in-service workshops (2.5 credit).

Project WILD This internationally recognized curriculum supplement addresses the issues of habitat and wildlife and man· s relationship to the natural world. The hands-on activities develop not only science skills. but other disciplines such as -..ucial studies. language arts and math. Teachers K-12 can obtain the workbooks by attending in-service training ( 2.5 credits J.

Aquatic WILD This curriculum is the "wet" version of Project WILD, focusing on aquatic habitats and\\ ildlife. Particrp.mts must have completed Project WILD as a prerequisite. Teachers receive 2.5 in-service credit.

Three R · s for the 90s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

This Delaware-specific curriculum supplement is geared to a K-8 audience and addresses the ~..·urh.:ept \11 ['llllution prevention through recycling. reusing and reducing our waste streams. Hands-on acti\ ities de\ elop multJdr-.,ciplinary skills. Teachers and youth leaders receive materials after completion of in-service training ( 2.5 credit J.

Water Quality The Water Quality Education Program addresses wastewater treatment, <.;urface water. grmmd\\ater and \\c~tcr ~.:onservation and is geared toward a K-12 level. Corporate sponsors adopt a school and provide funds for partrL·rpatJng tc.td1ers to receive a resource guide. video. student guides and related handouts at a three-hour work.shop lln caL·h unit lllPI\..'.

State Park Environmental Education & Interpretive Field Studies The statewide environmental education and interpretive programs are tlexible activities suited to the grc~dc k\ elof the stu­ dent. These programs are offered on-site at most all state parks, in the classroom. or at other reyucstcd lu~..·cltiuns. These studies encourage an environmental ethic in our natural. cultural and historic \\orld. and -..trc"" -.,mall gruup Interaction. Programs are designed for public and school groups and teachers. The program L'Untent .md ll lfll~_·, ~..·.tn he readil: adapted to integrate with previous classroom studies. Groups may attend for an hour. ada:. ur ell "lll11L' ['.trJ.,.,, (l\Crl1lght. Teacher training with in-service credit is also available.

Aguatic Resource Education (see Delaware Aquatic Resources Educatil 1n Ccnt-.'1 Operated by the Division of Fish and Wildlife. the A.R.E. Program lllkr• ll'.t-.. h~ .. , ,:. · · '··!'' .tnd ~_·l 1n sen at ion organizations training. materials and wetlands ecolog:. cl!lgllng ,J.,.Jfk .. c.L •. :· , ·, • .: .·.tlcll1k ubsenation.

On-'iite facility accommodations are available fm 36 pel 1plc .•md .tr'-· , .. ·' ....:1 1 • ~·~·t \ ~r t1Jal and non-tidal waters. several stocked fishing ponds. and several mile-, 11f n.ttur'-· tr.: ·

Speakers Bureau- Resource Experts DNREC can provide personnel to address youth groups or classrooms on a host of topics. (Continued) Technical Water Quality Monitoring Be a scientist- join a Water Quality Monitoring Program. \vhich provides reliable baseline physical/chemical data. Technical programs are currently being conducted on several Delaware Waterways. Volunteer~ range from high school "tudents to retired chemists. Initial training and follow-up ..,e..,..,iom in--ure quality control in "ampling procedure.

Outreach Fish & Wildlife Give Habitat a hand. The Wildlife Area Stewardship programs will offer student~, youth group". and adults training on how to lend a helping hand towards natural habitats and the importance of wildlife in Delaware.

Stream Watch This program, operated in conjunction with the Delaware Nature Society. trains volunteers to a~se~~ water quality in pond~. rivers and streams around the state using basic water testing kits, vi~ual and biological surveys.

Adopt-A-Wetland Groups learn more about wetland habitat and work to enhance these valuable areas by adopting a wetland.

Special Events Coastal Cleanups River Cleanups Beach Grass Plantings Volunteer Programs Envirothon

Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation

Laurie Carter Chief of Park Programming 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 1990 I (302) 739-4413 Fax#: (302) 739-6967 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.destateparks.com

Mission To provide Delaware·~ residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open -,pace ..... rc..,porhi­ ble stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage. and resource-based interpretive and educational services.

Programs Offered School environmental programming Outreach programming Overnight programming Teacher Center courses

Programs vary from park to park and seasonally. Please check website or contact individual nature center for programs. Brandywine Creek S.P. (302) 655-57-+0 Bellevue S.P. Mary Alice McDermott (302) 577-65-fO Cape Henlopen S.P. Chris Bennett (302) 6..J.5-6R52 Fort Delaware S.P. ( 302) 83-f- 7

35 Delaware Division of Parks & Recreation - Cape Henlopen State Park

Chris Bennett Nature Center Manager Seaside Nature Center 42 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes, DE 19958 (302) 645-6852 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description The Seaside Nature Center offers year-round cultural and environmental learning experiences for children and adults. A visiting naturalist can now bring nature to you through presentations to students and groups of all ages. Outreach programs are designed to encourage discovery, inquiry, awareness and appreciation.

Programs Offered Pirates, Pistols & Plunder Grades 4-Adult 1 Hour Pirates have roamed the world's shipping lanes since merchants began moving their trade goods over the seas. Learn about the buccaneers that prowled the mid-Atlantic coast during the "Golden Age of Piracy" and discover the difference between these real life characters and the pirates of literature and film.

Footprints in the Sand Grades 4-Adult 1 Hour Humans have occupied Cape Henlopen for nearly 2,000 years. This informative, interactive program explores the major periods of human history on the Cape. Learn about Native American campsites, the Cape's importance to shipping, and an immigrant quarantine station and the military post that guarded the Delaware Bay during WWII.

Art at the Beach Grades 3-7 1Yz Hours Students will collect shells, driftwood, and other natural items found in the park and use them in an arts and crafts project. Previous projects have included shell mobiles, shell prints, leaf prints, wind chimes, driftwood art, and rock art.

Crabby Crustaceans Grades 3-Adult 1 Hour Learn about the different kinds of crabs around Cape Henlopen. Discover why the Blue Crab is important to Delaware and how to hold a crab without getting pinched. You may even taste one of our local crabs!

Creatures of the Coast Grades Pre K-Adult 1 Hour Investigate some of the animals found along the coast and discover how adaptations help them survive. Learn how coastal animals get around, find their own food, and protect themselves. A hands-on session with shells, bones, and other treasures is a fun and interesting part of this program.

Horseshoe Crab Ecology Grades 3-Adult 1 Hour Become familiar with the life history of these ancient and amazing creatures and learn why they return to shore every spring. Discover the special connection between these crabs and migrating shorebirds.

Marine Mammals of the Mid-Atlantic Grades 3-Adult 1 Hour An exploration into the marine mammals found near Cape Henlopen including whales, dolphins, and seals. Learn how whaling affected the natural environment.

Reptiles of the Coast Grades 3-Adult 1 Hour Learn about some of the snakes, turtles, and lizards that live in the dry, sandy environment of the Cape. These often-feared creatures are really quite beneficial to us. This up-close look at reptiles will convince you of the beauty and importance of these often misunderstood animals. (Continued)

36 Mar.'.h Exploration (5/ 1-911) Gr(lde-. 3-Adult 2 Hours Discover the wonder.-, of a .-,a]t marsh eco.-,y~tem. E\plore vegetation and inhabitants. di.-,cuss marsh formation and development and learn about the relationship ()f the mar-.h with other eco"ystem.'.. More extensive study is available fm older groups. if reque-.ted. Wear old shoe-. that can ~et muddy. The hike i.-, three miles.

Sand Dune Study Grades 4-Adult Jllz Hour.-, Participants will gain an under.-,tanding of how sand dunes are formed and the different stages of succession of dune.-,. Discover the important role dune.-, play in the coa.'.tal environment through exploration and discus.-,ion. This program includes hiking. group discus.-,ion. and group participation. The hike is two miles.

Seaside Scavenger Hunt Grade~ Pre K-Adult I Hour Learn how to use a reference book (Golden Guide to Seashore by Zim) to identify plants and animals found on the beach When the hunt is completed . .-,tudent.-, will discu"" the role of each plant or animal in the beach community. Scavenger hunts are divided into beginner. intermediate and advanced leveb. The hike i.-, 0.6 mile.-,.

Seaside Nature Trail Grade.-, Pre K-Adult 1 Hour

Thi.-, trail wander.-, through .'.and dune~o,. thicket.'.. pine forests and along the Delaware Bay shoreline. There is a World\\ .1· II bunker to climb for an excellent view of the Cape Henlopen point and a glimpse of the "walking dunes." The hike i-. 11 • mile.-,.

Seining the Bay Grades 2-Adult 2 Hours This activity provide-. an introduction to the ancient technique of seining. Using sift boxes. shovels. and large seine net'. participants can capture live marine organisms for close-up observation. With the help of a naturalist. the animal~o, and planh will be identified. di.-,cu.-,sed. and released.

Sharks: Predator.-, of the Sea Grade.-, 3-Adult 1 Hour Sharks have long been one of the mo.-,t feared predators of the sea. Although they can be aggressive. sharks are fa.-,cinc~t:: _ creatures that play a vital role in the food chain. Learn about the different species of sharks that live in the waters off Ctr', Henlopen. Explore their natural history. habib. and role in the marine environment.

Fi-.h Facts Grades 3-7 1 Hour If you are fa.-,cinated by fish biology. or if you have ever cleaned a fish and wondered what you were looking at. join Lh .. ' \\ e learn the part.-, of a fi.-,h native to our area.

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37 Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation - Fort Delaware State Park

Becky Webb Park Superintendent P.O. Box 170 Delaware City, DE 19706 (302) 8 34-7941 Fax#: (302) 836-2539 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description A Civil War prisoner of war site.

Materials Available Teaching with Delaware's Historic Places Packet with activities Fort Delaware Illustrated Program Guide

Programs Offered Interactive Living History Tour Children's Infantry Drill and Musketry Demonstration Heavy Artillery Battery Drill The Fort Delaware Laundress Eyes of the Guns Fort Delaware 1864-1999 The African-American Experience at Fort Delaware Mr. Whitehead, Blacksmith and Overseer "Gettysburg": The Making of the Movie New Castle Gentility and Southern Sympathy: Miss Julia Jefferson The Civil War Surgeon: Dr. Washington Nugent Mrs. Patterson's Inn Pr~¥rams on livi~g histo~y are available at Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island, April through June and September through October.

Events Garrison Weekend Candlelight Ghost Tours Candlelight Concerts at the Fort The Civil War and American Imagination Memorial Day: Reawakening and Remembrance Firearms of the Ci vii War Polish Day A Visit with the Park Historian

38 Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation - Port Penn Interpretive Center

Route 9 and Market Streets Port Penn, DE 19730 ( 302) 896-2533

Organization Description The Port Penn Interpretive Center is a folk museum dedicated to reaching out and touching the lives of watermen, farmers, shopkeepers and students of the area through history.

Materials Available Wetlands Trail Guide Book ($1) Fort Delaware Illustrated Guide (no charge)

Programs Offered Walking the Wetlands Trail S3/per~on Join our naturalist for a guided walk over the mar~h on our ~pecial boardwalk and then through the woods. There are so many great sights to see including the industriou~ mu~krat. do1en~ of ~pecies of song birds, and plenty of opportunities to observe herons, egrets, and ibis as they ~earch for food. The trail ends at an overlook on the river and the path is easy for just about everyone.

Port Penn Village Tour $3/person Port Penn is a charming town with a number of interesting houses lining its broad streets. From mansions of the 18th and 19th centuries, to houses floated over from the quarantine station on Reedy Island, the homes tell the story of the development of this unique little village. Join our naturali~t for a guided tour through the town and learn the story of Port Penn and some of its prominent familie~.

A Siege of Herons S3/person Pea Patch Island and the thousand-acre marsh form the largest heron colony and feeding range on the East Coast. A strong effort is being made to study and protect the colony. Join our naturalist for a twenty-minute multi-media presentation that brings visitors a new appreciation of these stunning creatures. The show will be followed by a walk to the marsh overlook to observe and photograph these beautiful birds.

Muskrats A-Z $3/per<.;on For years, Port Penn residents have trapped this little creature for its meat and fur. Geared towards the younger set, this program starts with a model hut and then examines the life and lifestyle of this fascinating wetland engineer. Kids will also learn about the traps and the trapper~.

Other Programs are available, which can be tailored to the teacher's needs.

39 Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Division of Water Resources

Kevin Donnelly Director 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 19901 (302) 739-4860 Fax#: (302) 739-7864 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dnrec.state.de.us

Mission To protect and enhance the quality and quantity of Delaware's water and wetlands.

Materials Available Informative and educational materials available on water quality, water supply, wetlands, wastewater treatment and disposal, groundwater and environmental laboratory monitoring. No charge for materials.

Programs Offered Technical staff available for classroom presentations on any of the above topics.

Delaware Estuarine Research Reserve

Kate Marvel Estuarine Educator 818 Kitts Hummock Road Dover, DE 19901 (302) 739-3436 Fax#: (302) 739-3444 kmarvel@ state. de. us Web site: http://www.dnrec.state.de.us/DNREC2000/Divisions/Soil/DNERR

Mission To provide students with an opportunity to learn what makes an estuary unique and provide them with the tools to make difficult decisions about the future of these valuable resources.

Materials Available Pre and post-visit activities at no charge.

Programs Offered Muckless Marsh Walk A walking tour of the reserve. Values and functions of estuaries, watershed health, and wetland ecology are discussed. Stu­ dents will identify plants and animals of the tidal marsh ecosystem.

Watershed Pollution and Water Quality Focus on the water cycle, watersheds and the difference between point and non-point source pollution. Students conduct water quality tests to determine the health of the St. Jones River Estuary.

Beach Ecology A look at the relationship of plants and animals and how adapt to dunes, sandy beaches and coastal water zones. Activities include beach combing and seining. Takes place at North Bowers Beach. (Continued)

40 Boat Trip-Salt to Fresh Limited to small groups: 13 maximum canoe trip (ages 12 and up) 15 maximum boat trip, 24' Carolina Skiff (ages 4 and up) Students sample water, discuss salinity changes and learn about the tidal process. Area history and local flora and fauna discussed.

People and the Land Students learn how Native Americans and colonists lived off the land making use of the plants, animals and other natural resources on this Reserve trail hike.

A Fishy Situation Students look at how the form of an estuarine fish correlates to its function for survival. An instructor dissects a fish and explains internal adaptations for living in the estuarine environment.

Horseshoe Crabs are for the Birds Investigation of the management issues of and the scientific relationships between horseshoe crabs, shorebirds and humans mnJUQ~n hands-on problem solving activities. May and June are best suited for this program.

Outreach Programs Offered Jcntroduction to the Estuary presentation and age appropriate activities. Plants and animals are involved depending upon their availability.

~on-Point Source Pollution/Watersheds Students will learn to identify non-point sources of pollution and understand the health of a watershed. Pollution prevention :ecnmqw~s are discussed so that students may begin to take action themselves.

!Jl'SCUISSion of the crab's anatomy, life history, ecological and economic importance, and possible reasons for their recent Live horseshoe crabs are included depending on their seasonal availability.

41 Delaware Estuary Program

Martha Maxwell-Doyle Program Assistant P.O. Box 7360 25 State Police Drive West Trenton, NJ 08628-0360 (609) 883-9500 Fax#: (609) 883-9522 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delep.org

Organization Description The Delaware Estuary Program (DELEP), established in 1988, is a partnership of governmental agencies, non-profits, the private sector, and citizens working together to restore and protect the Delaware Estuary. The Estuary region extends from Trenton, NJ to the mouth of the Delaware Bay. DELEP partners include the states of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the Delaware River Basin Commission, the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Inc., the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Philadelphia Water Department.

Since 1996, DELEP has been working to implement 77 Action Items from the Estuary's Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan. This plan was written over an eight-year period with input from citizens, governmental agencies, the private sector, and non-profit environmental organizations. In order to better achieve our goals, DELEP has established six focus areas: Polychlorinated Biphenyls Contamination, Habitat Restoration, Horseshoe Crab Protection, Fish Consumption Advisories, Watershed Education, and the development of Environmental Indicators.

Materials Available (All materials are available at no cost by calling either the number above or the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at 1-800-445-4935.)

Delaware Estuary: Discover its Secrets: A Management Plan for the Delaware Estuary Living Resources of the Delaware Estuary The Scientific Characterization of the Delaware Estuary Delaware Estuary Monitoring Reports ( 1998 and 2000) Estuary News: The quarterly newsletter of the Delaware Estuary Program. Public Access Guide to the Delaware Estuary An Assessment of Fisheries Landings Records in the Delaware Estuary Assessment of Selected Delaware Estuary Economic and Natural Resources Values Effects of Historic Dredging Activities and Water Diversions on the Tidal Regime and Salinity Distribution of the Delaware Estuary Estimates of Contaminant Inputs to the Delaware Estuary

For a full list of materials available, see publications under www.delep.org. A few of these publications are available electronically.

42 Delaware Museum of Natural History

Samantha Neubert Special Programs Coordinator 4840 Kennett Pike P.O. Box 3937 Wilmington, DE 19807-0937 (302) 658-9111 X 322 Fax#: (302) 658-2610 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delmnh.org

Mission To excite and inform people about the natural world. Our institution focuses mainly on birds, mollusks and mammals from 1 around the world. We are in the proce~~ of developing Delmarva-based exhibits and activities focusing on Pre-K to 6 h grade.

Materials Available Loan Kits on a variety of topics $30 per 3 week.., Teacher In-Services

Programs Offered Guided ($5/child) and self guided ($3/child) tours through the galleries on a variety of topics. Outreaches ($75/25 children) Pre Tour Activities

Delaware Nature Society (DNS)

Joe Sebastiani School Program Coordinator P.O. Box 700 Barley Mill & Brackenville Roads Hockessin, DE 19707 ( 302) 239-2334 X 22 Fax#: (302) 239-2473 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delawarenatresociety.org

Organization Description DNS, a non-profit membership organization, fosters understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the natural world through education; preserves ecologically significant areas; and advocates stewardship and conservation of natural resources.

Materials Available Video: "Protecting Our Water: Who's t;ot the power'!" $10 National Wildlife Federation Teacher Packets and Posters

Programs Offered Summer Graduate Teacher Courses

EDDY 541 Environmental Resources for Educators 3 Credits Focus on air and water quality, proper soil waste disposal, and soil conservation using governmental and private resources. Daily field trips suitable for classes and presentation of outdoor teaching units will be included. (Continued)

43 EDDY 643 Environmental Education 3 Credits Survey of and practice with existing environmental education materials and programs; the development of lessons in environmental education; practical experience with a curriculum and procedures.

ENTO 501 Natural History for Teachers 3 Credits Background information, methods, and materials for covering basic concepts of ecology, environmental problems, field natural history, particularly as applicable to Delaware. Lecture and discussions outdoor studies in the field, forest, stream and estuary.

Aquatic Habitats Grades K-3 1Y2 Hours $3/student Visit a marsh, pond and stream to discover the importance of water as a habitat. Observe animal adaptations and stages of life cycles.

Marsh Walk Grades K-5 1 Hour $2/student Using nets and other collecting equipment, venture into marsh habitats to discover fascinating plant and animal life.

Pond Ecology Grades 4-12 2 Hours $4/student Collect plants and animals with nets at our pond to identify adaptations and life cycles. Then in our lab, use individual scopes to observe an astonishing array of microorganisms and discover their roles in food chains and webs.

Stream Ecology Grades 5-12 2 Hours $4/student Use scientific equipment to determine the general health of a stream based on its biology and chemistry and study the . Identify types of pollution and discuss ways to avoid contamination. Learn how to adopt a waterway to monitor water quality.

Springs & Streams Grades 6-12 2 Hours $4/student Use scientific equipment to compare the physical, chemical and biological features of a spring, intermittent stream and a perennial stream at the Nature Society's nearby Burrows Run Preserve. Learn about the relationship between ground and surface water. Five programs are available each season and a pre-trip activity is required.

Paddling the Dragon Grades 7-12 4 Hours $28/student Canoe Dragon Run and hike along its shore near Delaware Survey the plant and animal life and discover the function~ and importance of wetlands.

Project: Restoration Grades 6-12 2 Hours $6/student Survey the stream corridor in our burrows Run Preserve & determine overall stream way health by classifying macro­ invertebrates, measuring forest buffer widths, canopy cover and nitrate levels. Plant trees in the watershed of Burrows Run to help improve water quality.

The Delaware Nature Society also offers a full array of environmental education programs (Animals, Plants, Ecology, Aquatics, Earth Science, History and Art) through its Ashland Nature Center (Hockessin) and Abbott's Mill Nature Center (Milford). These include field studies at the above locations, Burrows Run, Flint Woods and Marvel Salt Marsh Preserves, as well as overnights outreaches, farm programs, gifted summer programs, teacher graduate courses and district-wide contract programs. Stream Adoption Program is also available for schools. Please call for fees and to find out more about additional materials. Scholarships are available.

44 Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC)

Chri-,topher Roberh. P.LO. :?.) State Police Drive P.O. Box 73o0 West Trenton. NJ 08o28 ( o09) 883-9500 x 205 Fax#: (609) 883-9522 E-mail: croberts@drbc.:-,tate.nj.u" Web site: www.state.nj.u:-,/drhc

Organization Description A federal interstate agency that manage:-, the water re:-.ource-, in the I 3.539 square mile river basin. Programs include water pollution abatement. water supply allocation. project re\ JC\\. llood controL and water-,hed planning.

Materials Available Annual (and other) Report'-. New:-,letter Brochure:-, Map:-, Customized packet:-, for special educational pro_iech Ed. Wch --This internet :-,ite. ho .... ted by the DRBC. helps teacher:-, and students of all ages learn about the Delaware River Basin and general water i-,sues. It can be found at www.state.nj.us/drbc or www.drbc.net. This on-line resource is a project of the Delaware River Water:-,hed Education Task Force.

Programs Offered No formal program:-. are offered. hut effort-, can he made to fill rcquc:-,r-, for -,peakers.

Delaware River Greenway Partnership

Dave Buchholz Administrator 3037 Rt. 29. P.O. Box 87 Frenchtown. NJ 08825 (908) 99o-0230 Fax#: (908) 99o-0231 [email protected]

Organization Description and Mission The Delaware River Greenway Partnership was formed in I 990 a<., a partnership of more than 140 public and pri\ ate groups in New Jer-;ey and Penn...,ylv'ania. lh mission is to promote the public and private stewardship of the lm\ er Delaware River Valley as a continuou-, corridor of naturaL hi-,toric. -,cenic and recreational re-,ource" extending from the Delaware Water Gap to the Delaware Bay. The DRG puhli-;hes a quarterly ne\\<..,letter. hold" \\ork.-,hop-,. ho...,h focus groups, provides advocacy on corridor i-,-,ue-, and a-,...,iq-, local gm,ernment" and organinttion" in their ri\er-related planning projects. The National Park. Sen icc de...,ignated thl' DRCI to coordinate the Lm\ l'r Deb\\ arl' \\ Ild and Scenic River Study in cooperation with its local Grce\1\\ a~ Partner" -\n annual F()rum and a\\ ard" l'l'rClll\)n: i-., held each fall to give focus to specific is:-,ue<.., in the ri\'t?r corridor and to l'l'l'tlgnifl' thtl'-'-' 1ndi' idLuh ,tnd (lrgam;c~tion-., that have made significant contribution<.., to the Greenwa;. mi-,...,Ion.

Programs Offered Outreach education programs are available on any subject con-,i-,tent \\ ith our mi...,...,inn at no charge. Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Fred Stine, Citizen Action Coordinator P.O. Box 326 Washington Crossing, P A 18977 (215) 369-1188 Fax#: (215) 369-1181 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delawareriverkeeper.org

Mission To protect and restore the Delaware River, its tributaries and habitats through advocacy, enforcement and citizen action.

Materials Available Muddy Waters Project- A Citizen's Guide to Investigating and Reducing Sediment Pollution. This is a step by step "how to" guide to get citizens involved with reducing sediment pollution. ($1 0)

Stormwater Runoff Lost Resource or Communit_v Asset? A Guide to Preserving, Capturing and RecoverinR Stormwater Runoff-This 150+ page manual provides easy to understand explanation~ about storm water runoff and the impacts that development has on our natural resources. Filled with reproducible Fact Sheets de~igned to copy and hand out to local decision-makers. ($15 + s&h)

Chari Towne, Director, Schuylkill Office P. 0. Box 459 Saint Peters, PA 19470-0459 (61 0) 469-6005 Fax #: ( 61 0) 469-6025 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.delawareriverkeeper.org

Materials Available 25 Wa_vs to Protect Your Stream and Streamside Property-A free brochure designed to help homeowners improve their management of streamside properties. Includes a list of plants and riparian buffers.

Abandoned Mine Drainage Reprint A free reprint based on a 5-part series from our quarterly new~letter, River Rapid~. Limit I.

Citizen Water Quality Monitoring Manual (Currently undergoing revi~ion)

Geography Action! Rivers 2001 Program A free National Geographic Society publication about the natural, cultural, and hi~torical wonder~ of rivers. Limit 5.

Muddy Waters: A Citizen's Guide to Investigating and Reducing Sediment Pollution-~ee above

Restoring Our Streams: Communities Coming Together A 20 minute video intro to organizing a restoration project. ($5.00. one copy free to non-profits or water~hed groups)

Stormwater Runoff: Lost Resource or Community As.set?- see above

Stream Restoration in Pennsylvania: Ten Case Studies A 76 page full color booklet outlining restoration projects. ($5.00. one copy free to nonprofits or watershed groups)

Also, a variety of issue fact sheets and background information on watersheds can be found at www.delawareriverkeeper.org.

46 Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission

Bourse Building Ill S. Independence Mall Ea-,t Philadelphia. PA 19106 (215) 238-2837 Fax#: (215) 592-9125 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dvrpc.org

Organization Description Created in 1965. the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is an interstate. intercounty and intercity agency. which provides continuing. comprehensive and coordinated planning for the orderly growth and development of the Delaware Valley region. The region includes Bucks. Chester. Delaware. and Montgomery counties as well as the City of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania: and Burlington. Camden. Gloucester. and Mercer counties in New Jersey. The Commission is an advisory agency which divide" it-; planning and service functions between the Office of the Executive Director. the Office of Public Affairs. and three line Divi..,ion": Tran..,portation Planning. Regional Planning. and Admini<.,tration. DVRPC' s mission is to emphasize technical a""istance and -,en ice-, and to conduct high priorit) <.,tuuies for member states and local governments. while determining and meeting the need-, of the pri\ ate -,ector.

DVRPC is also the administrative agency for the Delaware E"tuary component of the Pennsyh ani a Coastal Zone Management (CZM) program. The PA CZM program is the rewlt of federal legislation enabling all coastal states to obtain federal funds to manage their coastlines in an environmentally sound manner. CZM grants aim to improve water quality, maintain naturaL historic and cultural resources, promote watershed management and educate the public about coastal resources.

Earth Yes! Philadelphia Department of Recreation

Program Coordinator 1 1515 Arch Street, 10 h Floor Phi !adelphia, PA 19102 (215) 683-3680 Fax#: (215) 683-3597

Mission To help young people recognize the value of natural areas by exposing them to the natural world through hiking. camping. farming, nature crafts & habitat restoration work. To develop young people· s leadership skills and ecological under'>tanding through a multidisciplinary approach. To help young people learn about environmental careers. To help build a collabora­ tive urban environmental education movement in the Philadelphia region.

Programs Offered Organic farming and woodlands habitat restoration projects are available for teachers to use with their -,tudenh.

47 Ecological Research & Development Group, Inc..

Glenn Gauvry President 931 Nassau Road Lewes, DE 19958 (302) 684-3373 Fax #: (302) 684-8722 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.horscshoecrab.org

Materials Available Educational brochures on horseshoe crabs.

Programs Offered In-classroom presentations on horseshoe crabs.

Educational Information and Resource Center (EIRC)

Erik Mollenhauer 606 Delsea Drive Sewell, NJ 08080 (609) 582-7000 (609) 582-4206 [email protected] http://www.eirc.org

Mission To provide educational programs and services to New Jersey schools, communities and beyond.

Programs Offered A public agency with a 35-year history,,EIRC provides educational programs and services to teachers, students, school administrators and parents across New Jersey. Many of its programs also serve an audience beyond New Jersey. EIRC provides an array of workshops and professional development experiences for teachers and educators throughout the year, both at its facility and off-site at various locations around New Jersey. These experiences range from short workshops to Summer Institutes lasting up to two weeks. Staff provides curriculum development services directly to individual school districts. EIRC staff has been involved in the development and implementation of the NJ core content standards, frameworks and assessments. EIRC also maintains a lending library of educational materials and other services at its facility in Gloucester City.

A number of EIRC science and social studies programs feature environmental issues. With funding support from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the NJ Earth Education/Hands Across the Water program offers educators in NJ and other states the chance to live and work for several weeks with teachers in Australia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, or Sweden ... using migratory birds, monarch butterflies, sustainable development, biodiversity loss or other environmental topics as school to school connectors. Over 800 teachers from 35 states have participated in this program since its inception in 1990. EIRC also provides key logistical and administrative support to the NJ Teachers for Biodiversity Network, an emerging network of NJ educators interested in biodiversity and related environmental issues. EIRC staff is collaborating with the Stroud Water Research Center on a 3-year effort to provide watershed/stream ecology workshops to teachers. Recent collaborations with other organizations include the NJ Dept. of Environmental Protection's NJ Endangered/Non-game Species Program, NJ Dept. of Education, NJ Education Association, NJ Conservation Founda­ tion, NJ Council for Social Studies, Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ, Population Communications International, National Peace Corps Association and others.

48 Fairmount Park Commission Division of Environmental Education

Debbie Carr Director of Environmental Education Memorial Hall We:-.t Park. P.O. Box 21601 Philadelphia. PA 19131 (215) 685-0217 Fax#: (2 I 5) 685-0280

Mission To utilize the unique resources of Fairmount Park to promote environmental understanding. appreciatiun. aml stewardship. From neighborhood to region to \\'orld. our actions impact our environment and our environment impacts our quality of life.

Education Centers Wis:-.ahid.on Environmental Ccntl"r Pennypack Environmental Cenler/Fl)\ Cha~o,e Farm Cobbs Creek Community Em iron mental Education Centl'r

Programs Offered On-site field trips, outreach programs. summer camps. ~ervice learning opportunities, restoration projects, ...,pecial event.., and public programming including: Mayor·~ Health and Fitness Hikes in Fairmount Park. bird walks, plant Vv'alk:-., camp­ fires, and others.

Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds

Michael Hogan Outreach P. 0. Box 233 Glassboro. NJ 08028 (609) 476-2086

Mission To promote education about watersheds of Gloucester County in southern ~ew Jersey.

Materials Available A slide show about the watershed:-. of Gloucester County is available to borrow at no co:-.t. Protectinr; Our Waters: Gloucester County's Watenheds Video.

Programs Offered Pre:-.entations are available on the \vatersheds of Gloucester County concerning the hi~o,tor;. location. tlora, fauna. endangered species and how to protect the watersheds. ($75 speakers fee)

49 Fort Mercer/Red Bank Battlefield at National Park

Kathryn S. Dodson Museum Curator Gloucester County Parks and Recreation 6 Blackwood-Barnsboro Road Sewell, NJ 08080 (856) 853-5720

Mission To preserve and interpret the history of the James and Ann Whitall House, Fort Mercer/Red Bank Battlefield, located on Delaware River (New Jersey side) as it affected the lives of the family whose land was used to create Fort Mercer in Revolutionary Times. To share the rich heritage and impact of the house used as a field hospital after the 2nd successful battle.

Programs Offered (at no charge) The house and site, which are located on the Delaware River opposite Fort Mifflin, are available as a learning laboratory for a wide variety of ways to utilize sight resources. Also offered are tours, educational programs and exhibits concerning the utilization of the Delaware River and its impact on 18th Century lives to present, focusing on food, transportation and trade. how it functions and the fascinating life that dwells within.

Fort Mifflin

Linda S. Callegari Director of Public Programming Fort Mifflin Road Philadelphia, PA 19153 (215) 492-1881 Fax#: (215) 492-1608 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.libertynet.org/ftmiflin

Mission To develop, preserve and interpret Fort Mifflin as a National Historic Landmark whose unique history, original fabric and surrounding environment will be protected and used to educate and enrich students and families, and serve as a significant regional tourist resource.

Materials Available Teacher packets are provided at no charge for each educational program. The packets include the history of the site and pre- and post-trip activities for the classroom.

Programs Offered Moat or Marsh: The Ever-Changing Wetland at Fort Mifflin This is a hands-on environmental education program that blends the historical uses of the natural evolution of the wetland environment, all of which drastically affected those soldiers who served at Fort throughout time. Students will learn what makes a wetland, why we preserve wetlands, and will explore wetland life from "the inside out."

Urban Ecology: An Environmental Look at Fort Mifflin Grades This program takes an environmental look at Fort Mifflin and it's environs using maps and ntstontca! ptc:tm·es. Students will learn why the Delaware River was considered "the highway of the time." This program the colonial period through World War II when the River was the site of one of the largest shipbuilding efforts world. Throughout this time, the Delaware River saw a decline in water quality, wildlife populations and became health threat. Students will learn how this changed and perform water analysis of our moat water to show how '"""'''u""''"" can be.

50 Friends of Pennypack Park (FOPP)

Jim Ryan Public Relations Vice President P.O. Box 14302 Philadelphia, P A 19115 (215) 934-PARK E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description FOPP works to improve creek conditions, existing trails, and public amenities; to increase the number of trash containers, drinking fountains, benches, gates and signs; to advocate for acquisition of additional park land; and to become a large active educational voice in the community for the continued benefit of the Pennypack Park.

Materials Available Maps of Pennypack Park

Programs Offered Guided walks Cleanups Recycling

Friends of Poquessing Watershed of Philadelphia and Bucks County

Dianne Retzback President P.O. Box 11552 Philadelphia, P A 19116 (215) 972-6275 Web site: [email protected]

Organization Description Dedicated to the conservation and beautification of the Poquessing Creek and its environs.

Materials Available An extensive library of video tapes and local history reference materials are available at our offices at the Community College of Philadelphia's Northeast Campus.

Programs Offered Water quality monitoring Storm drain stenciling

51 Friends of Tacony Creek Park

Fred Maurer Vice President, Conservation Issues 645 Brill Street Philadelphia, PA 19120 (215) 324-8942 Fax#: (215) 745-3463 E-mail: hkranz@ netzero.net

Mission Conservation and representation of Tacony Creek Park and waterway.

Materials Available Newsletter is available (one free) with a membership fee of $15 annually or $25 for two years.

Local history book of Tacony Creek Watershed, 204 pages ($20.00 + $3 s&h)

Programs Offered Volunteer opportunities are available for community service Lecture at book sales Facilitator for Fairmount Park education programs

Friends of the Manayunk Canal (FMC)

Darlene Messina P.O. Box 4648 Philadelphia, PA 19127 (215) 483-9238 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.manayunkcanal.org

Organization Description Friends of the Manayunk Canal (FMC) is a grass-roots "Friends of Fairmount Park'' group that organized in the Spring of 1996 to provide stewardship to Manayunk's parkland, which consists of Venice Island the Manayunk Canal and Towpath. This parkland is adjacent to the Schuylkill River. FMC's actions and directed towards the improvement of water quality of our river and drinking water as well as for the resources in our watershed. FMC's membership includes local neighbors, environmental advocates. frequent visitors who enjoy boating, hiking, biking and birding in the area. FMC's mission is to promote of our riverfront resources and watershed protection through responsible land use and environmental education programs, conservation activities, community organizing and advocacy. FMC's members are committed actions that respect and support the fundamental balance needed between the natural and man-made environments.

Materials Available FMC's website, maps, and history of the Manayunk Canal

52 Friends of the Wissahickon

Peter Lapham Executive Director 8708 Germantown A venue Philadelphia, P A 19118 (215) 247-0417 Fax#: (215) 247-9329 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.fow.org

Mission To preserve the natural beauty and wildness of the Wissahickon Valley and stimulate public interest therein.

Materials Available Trail Map of the Wissahickon Valley ($6) Archive of historical documents and photos of the Wissahickon ($4 charge per use) List of invasive and indigenous plants Bird list

Programs Offered The Friends is a volunteer "watchdog" group that works in the park. There are no formal programs.

Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center

Robert Jennings Education Coordinator-Outdoor Education Southern Boulevard Chatham, NJ 07928 635-6629 #: (973) 701-0193 E-mail: [email protected] site: www.parks.morris.nj.us

\fission Statement Dedicated to provide the residents of Morris County and beyond with a program of broad educational content relating to the natural world. Programs are designed to instill responsible values and to develop a kinship with our natural world.

Programs Offered minute school program, grades K-12 $75.00 programs $50.00/hour \Veekend programs for the general public

53 Green Valleys Association Margot S. Taylor Director of Education 1368 Prizer Road Pottstown, P A 19465 (610) 469-8648 Fax#: (610) 469-4990 E-mail: mtaylor@ greenvalleys.org Web site: www.greenvalleys.org

Mission Statement To protect the natural resources of the area, educate the community to heightened environmental awareness, and to advocate environmental guidelines for future growth.

Prgrams Offered Listings posted on the website under Calendar of Events Teacher training Adult/family programs School programs Summer camp Advocacy/volunteer opportunities

Hackensack Meadowlands Development Commission Environment Center Susan Bartol Assistant Program Specialist 2 DeKorte Park Plaza Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 (20 1) 460-8300 Fax #: (20 1) 842-0630 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.hmdc.state.nj.us

Organization Description HMDC is a semi-autonomous state (NJ) organization. vironmental issues, in order to foster a sense of awareness, appreciation and uwjerstandJmg we live.

Programs Offered (grant funded with possibility of college credit) Workshops in nationally recognized curricula: Project Learning Tree wow Project WET Project WILD Project Aquatic WILD Bridges to the Natural World.

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54 Specialty Workshops: Using the Environment as an Integrating Concept Urban Watersheds Critical Environmental Issues: Wetlands, Water Quality, Solid Waste Issues & Watershed Ecology of a Wetland, Self-Guided Teacher Training Program Common Ground Arts & the Environment

School Programs ($3.50/student) Ecology of the Estuary Grades 2-12 Through an interactive slide show, students are introduced to the plants and animals of the salt marsh estuary. Students then explore the habitat through observation, recording, and collecting. Topics addressed include plant and animal adaptations, food chains, tidal action and wetland values. Students in grades 5-12 may conduct water test to determine salinity, pH and dissolved oxygen.

Plankton Study Grades 5-12 (April- November only) hour supplementary program to Ecology of the Estuary) Students will be introduced to the form and function of a variety of plankton. The role of plankton in the estuarine food web will be explored. Plankton will be collected using plankton nets, which the students can make in school before their (instructions will be provided). Students will enjoy observing and attempting to identify their own plankton under stereo microscopes.

Grades K-2 (Max. 25 student/session) captivating story about a turtle and her friends introduces the problem of solid waste. The turtle's home is invaded by Students become "Environmental Rangers" and search the Trash Museum for possible solutions to the turtle's Afterwards, they meet the turtle.

The Trashy History of the Meadowlands Grades 4-6 dams and ditches to pirates and copper pots, the history of the Meadowlands will be revealed through hands-on ~tivities and storytelling. Students will participate in stories from characters culled from the many unique individuals that and worked in the Meadowlands. The students will examine actual 100-year-old trash. They will reconstruct the that used and disposed of these artifacts. The students learn the connection between history and the environment.

~~onderful Wetlands Grades 8-Adult 4 Hours $5/student and your students will learn about the Meadowlands and some basic canoeing techniques on this guided tour.

55 Haskin Shellfish Lab - Rutgers University

A. Ashton-Alcox Field Researcher III 6959 Miller A venue Port Norris, NJ 08349-9736 785-0074 xl22 Fax#: (856) 785-1544

Organization Description The Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory (HSRL), located at Bivalve and Cape Shore on the Delaware Bay, is a New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) and a field station for the Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences (IMCS) both located at Cook College, Rutgers University. This dual role permits HSRL to draw upon the strengths of both research results, and working cooperatively with state and federal agencies and the fisheries and aquaculture communities in southern New Jersey. The close ties to state agencies and the fisheries industry are exemplified by an office of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection housed within its Bivalve facility, and the history of frequent meetings of the various shellfish organizations. HSRL generates and disseminates research information directly applicable to all aspects of fisheries and aquaculture science, concentrating on species of commercial importance to New Jersey. The HSRL maintains two facilities, one in Bivalve and one at Cape Shore. A third facility, being built in Cape May, will be a commercial-scale Multispecies Aquaculture Demonstration Facility (MADF). This facility will be a commercial scale finfish and shellfish aquaculture facility and will be coordinated with the hatchery program at Cape Shore and research program at Bivalve. The MADF will provide a fully equipped hatchery building and nursery facility for shellfish and finfish, ponds for finfish grow-out, and leased grounds in Delaware Bay and along the eastern New Jersey coast for shellfish grow-out. An associated facility located on Cape May Harbor houses the MADF administrative oft1ce, and dormitory space for 8 people.

The Bivalve facility has well-equipped laboratories for investigations on microbiology, histopathology, shell structure, shellfish physiology and pathophysiology, analytical chemistry, cytogenetics, and biochemistry, as well as a dark room, wet laboratory and docking facilities. A shellfish modeling program is also housed at Bivalve. A number of small research vessels, including the 11 m (Eddy), 8 m (Veliger) and 7 m (Swirl) support in site investigations and periodic surveys. Associated dormitories house 16 people at Bivalve and 12 people at Cape Shore.

The Cape Shore field station adjacent to the tidal flats of Cape May County is the location of a shellfish hatchery and grow-out site, and is the focal point for the HSRL oyster genetics program. In addition to supporting aquaculture development and research, the Cape Shore facility has served as a base for ecological studies, ranging from nutrition in Laughing Gull chicks to the ecology of Horseshoe Crabs, and as a base for training summer interns in marine biology.

Materials Available Handouts on the Delaware Bay Information about oysters

Programs Offered Tours of the labs and facilities are available with no fee. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Keith L. Bildstein Director of Research and Education 1700 Hawk Mountain Road Kempton, PA 19529 (610) 756-6961 Fax#: (610) 756-4468 Web site: www .hawkmountain.org

Mission To protect raptors worldwide and their Appalachian Mountain environments locally.

Materials Available Enjoying Hawk Mountain Teacher Guide Grades 6-8 $35 "Enjoying Hawk Mountain" was developed to help schools implement local, regional, and national science guidelines and requirements. The guide covers two subject areas, raptors and the central Appalachian Mountain forest. The latter includes topics such as animals, pond life, geology, and Hawk Mountain history. Teachers are encouraged to use the Sanctuary to teach about the natural environment.

Programs Offered Birding with Binoculars 3-4 Hours $100 + $3/student This program begins in the Common Room with a 30-minute video presentation introducing you to raptors and the Hawk Mountain story; then it's into the field to learn how to use binoculars to identify raptors and other wildlife. Naturalists lead hike to one of the Sanctuary's lookouts where students can practice their newly learned binocular skills to spot and identify real raptors on migration. On the way to the lookout, you will stop to observe and learn about trees, wildflowers, migratory songbirds, mushrooms, insects, and other Appalachian flora and fauna.

The Acorn Project 3-4 Hours $100 + $3/student Oak trees and acorns are used to introduce students to Appalachian Mountain habitat, biology and ecology. The program with a 30-minute video presentation introducing you to the Hawk Mountain story and then it's into the woods on an acorn scavenger hunt or other outdoor activity.

Raptors Over the Ridge 45 Minutes $25 + $3/student How did Hawk Mountain become a Sanctuary? What brings so many raptors to Hawk Mountain in the fall? Just what is a This program answers these and other questions about birds of prey and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

Other programs are available on special request.

57 Hidden River Venture

Suzanne Marinell Director 3174 Colony Lane Plymouth Meeting, P A 19462 (610) 828-1895 E-mail: smarinel@ localnet.com

Organization Description A nonprofit unit of Resources for Human Development, Inc. Hidden River Venture is a place where children happily learn about art and nature and how the two disciplines can closely relate to each other. They learn to view their community as important for its natural assets, especially provided by the Schuylkill River, and as a place where art is vital and exciting.

Programs Offered After school programs for small groups of children, 6-10, combining art and nature activities and focusing on the Schuylkill River. Outreach programs to schools and community organizations are available along with group visits to the Norristown Arts Building with an option to go to Riverfront Park to do water tests and have a picnic lunch. Fees vary.

58 Historic Bartram's Garden

Debra Olsen Director of Education Street & Lindbergh Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19143 729-5281 (215) 729-1047 explore@ bartrams garden.org www. bartram' sgarden.org

~fission Preservation and restoration of the home of John Bartram (1699-1777) and his botanical garden and provide education and ''"'''1rr<>r>r>h to the community.

~laterials Available Batram In-class curriculum ($10)

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17 """'..,""'' ''' River of Revolutions from Philadelphia to Valley Forge brochure map of the garden ($1)

$3.50/child Make Japanese fish prints. Fish along the river. (Max 30 children)

Schuvlkill Study -The changing ecology of the Schuylkill River $3.50/child :"'HJ!aems learn about water testing, soil testing and bio-diversity in plants and animals at our river's edge, exploring our wetland and gardens along the river. (Great hands-on science and math activities)

I:r.l\uonmental Education Trunk $100 fee park or natural area in your school's neighborhood, our instructor will help students discover the urban environ­ dynamics and its diversity. Lesson includes plant and animal identification, soil and water testing and hands-on activities.

programs, teacher workshops and in-service training activities are available by request

59 Hunterdon County Department of Parks and Recreation

Emily Amon Chief Park Naturalist P 0 Box 2900 Flemington, NJ 08822 (908) 782-1158 Fax #: (908) 806-4057 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: WWW.CO.HUNTERDON.NJ.US (and click on "Parks and Recreation")

Mission To preserve open space and natural resources, provide state parks and facilities and offer educational and recreational opportunities, all contributing to an enhanced quality of life for present and future generations.

Materials Available HARBINGER- Hunterdon County Park System Newsletter

Programs Offered Seasonal Nature Walk 1-1Yz Hours Yz-lYz Miles $1/student An old fashioned walk with a naturalist to point out natural features, wildlife and interesting plants.

Birding 1Yz-2 Hours Grades 3+ $30 Students will learn the basics of how to identify birds, what interesting behavior to look for, and how to find them, then they will hike through the park to look at them.

Stream Study 1Yz-2 Hours Grades 1+ $30 A vail able April through September at Echo Hill. Participants "wet their feet" finding and identifying stream creatures. They will learn how their findings indicate water quality.

Fishing Clinic 2 Hours Grades 1+ $30 + $1/person for bait Learn the basics of fishing, including safety, equipment, how to cast, taking fish off the hook, and more. Includes plenty of time to practice in the pond. A limited number of fishing rods are available to borrow. The park system will provide bait, hooks, weights and bobbers.

Many other programs along with several teacher workshops per year are offered including Project Wild and Project Learning Tree for $15 per person.

60 Independence Seaport Museum

Educator Landing S. Columbus Blvd. & Walnut St. t-'h:~l.adel phlla, P A 19106-3199 413-8649 (215) 925-6713

preserve, exhibit and make available art, artifacts and archival materials pertaining to the rich maritime and traditions of the Delaware River, bay and tributaries.

~~.~.''""111"'11 ~ 1 ..: Available Packets are sent upon request.

61 Interpretive Program at Island Beach State Park

Diane Bennett Chase Resource Interpretive Specialist P. 0. Box 37 Seaside Park, NJ 08752 (732) 793-1698 Fax#: (732) 830-8315

Mission To foster the education and protection of the natural resources that are the park.

Materials Available Teacher packets, brochures, maps and seining nets with a limited number of waders available. (No charge)

Programs Offered Lectures at both the nature and interpretive centers, trail walks with a naturalist, beach cleanup activities, beach grass planting parties, seining for fish in Barnegat Bay, and visiting the bird blinds at the park for bird identification.

Iron Hill Museum Delaware Academy of Science

LauraM. Lee Museum Director 1355 Old Baltimore Pike Newark, DE 19702 (302) 368-5703 Fax #: (302) 369-4287 E-mail: ironhill @magpage.com

Mission To serve as the primary educational resource for the study of human and natural history in the Iron Hill region. Our programs, collections, and library interpret the relationships between the people and the land.

Materials Available Educator's Guide to Programs at the Iron Hill Museum no charge

Programs Offered Field Trips 1 Y2 Hours $3.50/student In-class Programs $2.50/student + $10 travel fee

62 Isles, Inc.

Urban Environment Department Wood Street NJ 08618 393-5656 x20 #: (609) 393-9513 E-mail: [email protected]

1\tlission foster community development through self-help programs such as environmental education, community gardening, affordable housing, community outreach and at-risk job training. Isles, Inc. promotes individual and community orn,r.nHT<>rm.::>nT helping people see the positive results of their own efforts,

2 Hours Each Ages 11-15 no fee

a discussion of the water cycle, students will learn the value of clean water and the importance of the ponds to Cadwalader Park. Through water testing and specimen collection, students will investigate the health of the ponds.

The Delaware and Raritan Canal Past, Present and Future a discussion of the canal history and water use, students will learn the value of clean water and the importance of Delaware and Raritan Canal to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection, students will investigate the of Delaware and Raritan Canal.

a discussion of the watersheds, water pollution and fish migration, the students will learn the value of clean water the importance of the Delaware River to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection, the students will tn\'eStlgare the health of the Delaware River.

a discussion of natural filtration, biodiversity and reproductive habitat, students will learn the value of clean water importance of the Hamilton/Trenton Marsh to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection, students investigate the health of the Hamilton/Trenton Marsh.

a discussion of point and non-point pollution and human impact, students will learn the value of clean water and importance of the Assunpink Creek to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection the students will

""' 'P£>1"• """r"' the health of the Assunpink Creek.

63 James and Ann Whithall House

Kathryn S. Dodson Museum Curator Gloucester County Parks and Recreation 6 Blackwood-Barnsboro Road Sewell, NJ 08080 (856) 853-5720

Mission To preserve and interpret the history of the James and Ann Whitall Fort Mercer/Red Bank Battlefield, located on tht Delaware River (New Jersey side) as it affected the lives of the family whose land was used to create Fort Mercer in Revolt tionary Times. To share the rich heritage and impact of the house used as a field hospital after the 2nct successful battle.

Programs Offered (at no charge) The house and site, which are located on the Delaware River opposite Fort Mifflin, are available as a learning laboratory for a wide variety of ways to utilize sight resources. Also offered are tours, educational programs and exhibits concerning the utilization of the Delaware River and its impact on 18th Century lives to present, focusing on food, transportation and trade, how the river functions, and the fascinating life that dwells within it.

Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center

Eric Simms Education Coordinator 130 Great Bay Boulevard Tuckerton, NJ 08087 (609) 812-0649 Fax#: (609) 294-8597 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: marine.rutgers.edu/cousteau

Organization Description The JCNERR supports education, stewardship and research activities to promote the best management and protection of estuarine resources in southern New Jersey, in particular, the Mullica River/Great Bay watershed. The education programs of the JCNERR are designed to enhance public understanding of the estuarine habitats and basic scientific principles, and to provide K -12 educators with scientific content, pedagogy and curriculum resources to integrate marine and environmental concepts into existing class curricula. The JCNERR accomplishes this goal with support from its managing agency, the Institute of Marine and Coastal Services at Rutgers University, as well as other partners, including the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the Pinelands Commission, Richard Stockton College, and the Tuckerton Seaport.

Materials Available A variety of materials are available to teachers in conjunction with professional development opportunities offered throughout the JCNERR, including curricula, books, posters, CD-ROMs, and field and classroom equipment. Copies of a Professional Development Opportunities brochure for educators are available upon request.

Programs Offered MARE (Marine Activities, Resources and Education)- K-8 whole-school program that capitalizes on students' natural fascination with the ocean as a vehicle for creative learning across subjects. A 6-day MARE institute is held every August and supplementary MARE programs are offered throughout the year. Advanced MARE training opportunities will be offered in summer 2002.

The COOL Classroom- an Internet-based collection lesson plans that feature the technology and real-time data used oceanographers at the Rutgers University Coastal Ocean Observation Lab On-line lessons for middle and school teach basic life, earth and physical science concepts and skills. Lessons and corresponding professional development opportunities will be available in the late spring 2002.

64 Kalmar Nyckel Foundation

Aundrea Y. Trader Development Director 124 E. 7th Street Wilmington, DE 19801 429-7447 #: (302) 429-0350 E-mail: [email protected] site: www.kalnyc.org

Organization Description Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of Delaware in 1986. The Foundation recently launched the Kalmar Nyckel, the world's newest tall ship. An authentic re-creation of the 17th century that carried the first permanent European settlers to the Delaware Valley, the tall ship Kalmar Nyckel serves as an educational outreach tool to thousands of school children and families throughout Delaware and the northeast region.

\laterials Available Teachers Information Package (sent when tour is scheduled) on the history of the Kalmar Nyckel ($20) books (starting at $10)

Grades 3-6 $4/student Grades 3-6 $4/student Grades 4-5 $4/student Grades 3-6 $50/student

65 Kent County Conservation District

Steven Goldman Sediment and Storm Water Engineer 3500 S. DuPont Highway Dover, DE 19901 (302) 697-2600 Fax#: (302) 697-0670

Materials Available Delaware Shorebirds Booklet The Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative Brochure Landscape Design for Water Conservation Brochure Challenging Careers in the Natural Resources Conservation Service Booklet Restoring America's Wetlands Booklet 1999 Soil Survey Centennial Planning Guide Calendar Soil Surveys of Kent County Various other pamphlets are available regarding conservation, wildlife habitat, farming, etc.

Programs Offered Delaware State Environthon

Kent County Parks and Recreation

Carl Solberg Parks Superintendent 2319 S. DuPont Highway Dover, DE 19901 (302) 698-6445 Fax#: (302) 698-6448

Mission Improving the quality of life through recreation by providing safe park facilities, developing greenway trails and recreation linkages, encouraging positive environmental stewardship and resource protection, and providing land use planning and maintenance for dedicated open spaces.

Programs Offered Tours of the riparian wetland community and other habitats of the St. Jones watershed may be arranged through Kent County Parks and Recreation. Demonstration wetland and upland habitats, native plant gardens and preserved forested wetlands and riparian communities may be destinations for outdoor recreation and education. Lebanon Landing is a fishing and canoe/kayak launch site being developed for use by spring 2000.

66 Lower Merion Conservancy ...... r+ ) Cas sondra Giembetti Education Coordinator Rose Glen Road t PA 19035 + 645-9030 ~!I\ f (610) 645-9031 t [email protected] Jr + site: www .lmconservancy.org ~ll t ...... _) ~fission protect our area's natural and historic resources, open space and watershed for area residents and future generations. education, advocacy, and research, the Conservancy promotes collective responsibility for these resources.

~laterials Available Creek Report Lower Merion

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~lanayunk Development Corporation (MDC)

Canal Restoration Street, 2nd Fl. r'n.u.aaetpnJ:a, PA 19127

[email protected] www.manayunk.com

(Jlr'2&ni1~titon Description non profit 501(c)3 community development corporation formed to encourage economic development that benefits community.

:\laterials Available and brochures for the Manayunk Canal, Schuylkill River Trail, Schuylkill River Heritage Corridor, and Pennsyl­ Canals (appropriate for middle school or high school students). A Manayunk Canal Towpath Walking Tour booklet e&eme~nt::rry to middle school students is available.

~rwT1'"9n1~ Offered programs are offered, but MDC would be able to schedule times to meet with students and discuss the history of and the plans for renovation.

67 Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Sheila Dean Co-Director 3625 Brigantine Blvd. Brigantine, NJ 08203 (609) 266-0538 Fax#: (609) 266-6300 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description Rescue and rehabilitation of marine mammals in distress.

Programs Offered Call for information. Open to public for limited hours.

Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River and Bay

Kevin Krick Director of Public Affairs 240 Cherry Street Philadelphia, P A ] 9106-1906 (215) 925-2615 Fax#: (215) 925-3422 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.maritimemedelriv.com

Mission To promote commerce on the Delaware River and Bay. Since 1875, the Maritime Exchange has provided the port business community with quality maritime and ship intelligence.

Materials Available The Maritime Exchange has a collection of resource information that focuses upon the regional port and shipping industries. National and international issues that affect the area are also documented. Individual copies of certain publications are available upon request.

Programs Offered Tours are available by appointment at the Cape Henlopen Ship Reporting Tower in Lewes, Delaware. Students can see how vessels arrive into and depart from the Delaware Bay. They can also view the operation of the vessel traffic system (VTS) and Maritime On-line, as a ship information system. Also, the Exchange can help arrange port facility tours.

68 Meadowlands Environment Center

DeKorte Park Plaza LyrJtant.trst, NJ 07071 20 l-460-8300 #: 201-460-0630 site: www.meadowlands.state.nj.us

Orgmliz~lti{m Description center strives to educate students, teachers and citizens about environmental issues with an emphasis on urban wetlands order to foster a sense of awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the world in which we live.

~laterials Available Prc•tes.siOnal development workshops in nationally recognized curricula WILD, AWILD, PLT, WOW, Bridges to the Natural World ~~~~ -2•utc1ea Wetlands Training Watershed Workshops post Field Trip packages rn~uns Offered week seminars about critical environmental issues, the arts and humanities, and environmental education

~."'£.. ~ 0""1 of the Estuary t'lalttk:Um Study

our website for complete program offering and descriptions.

Avenue PA 19027 1122 635-1903

pollution of Mill Run.

is available upon request.

69 Mercer County Planning Division

Mary Jane Felgenhauer Assistant Planner 640 South Broad Street, Room 412 Trenton, NJ 08611 (609) 989-6545 Fax#: (609) 989-6546 Web site: www.mercercounty.org

Organization Description The County Planning Division handles open space, farmland preservation programs, site plan reviews and transportation planning activities.

Mercer County Soil Conservation District Christopher Martine Education Coordinator 508 Hughes Drive Hamilton Square, NJ 08690 (609) 586-9603 Fax#: (609) 586-1117 E-mail: mercers oil@ aol. com

Materials Available Many free conservation-related brochures and publications are available.

Programs Offered The Wetlands What's In Our Air and Water? Groundwater, The Hidden Resource Diving into Oceans The Delaware Estuary Also, many other free in-school environmental education programs on many science related topics are offered along with Project Learning Tree and Schoolyard Habitat Mentoring.

70 Merrill Creek Reservoir

Bullis Naturalist Merrill Creek Road \Vashington, NJ 07882 454-3339 #: (908) 454-2747 ~1erri11CRP@ aol.com

Organization Description utility-owned 650 acre reservoir and 290 acre environmental preserve, its basic purpose is to provide stored water that can released to the Delaware River to make up for the evaporative water usage at certain electric generating units in times of flow in the river.

Programs Offered arrays of environmental education programs, which can be tailored to meet your groups needs, are available free of for grades K -adult.

Monroe County Environmental Education Center

Spotts Environmental Education Coordinator Running Valley Road PA 18360 629-3061 #: (570) 629-3063 site: www.mcconservation.org

Organization Description MCEEC is dedicated to fostering a community environmental awareness by provising quality environmental education programs for people of all ages.

\laterials Available resource library including activity guides, natural history guides, and other information. t"r•'lur·~rra!i: Offered trips to one of three outdoor study sites Environmental education programs at school sites

IJ'rr'rrr""'"' fees range from $2.25 to $4.00 per student. A program brochure is available.

71 Montgomery County Conservation District

Nathan Walker Watershed Specialist 143 Level Road Collegeville, PA 19426-3313 (610) 489-4506 Fax#: (610) 489-9795 E-mail: NWMCCD@ hotmail.com

Mission To protect and improve the quality of life of the residents of Montgomery County and surrounding communities by providing, in cooperation with others, timely and effective service, educational and technical guidance for the wise use of our soil, water and related resources.

Materials Available MCCD is a source of educational materials focused on the following topics (no charge): Soil conservation Water conservation Water quality and wetlands Land use issues Native & invasive plants Stormwater issues

Programs Offered MCCD is available to speak to schools, community groups, and municipalities about the wise use of our soil, water and related resources (no charge).

Morris Arboretum of University of Pennsylvania

Liza Hawley Youth Education Coordinator 9414 Meadowbrook Ave. Philadelphia, P A 19118 (215) 247-5777 X 128 Fax#: (215) 247-7862 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description The Morris Arboretum is a Victorian garden and university arboretum that integrates science, art and the humanities. The Arboretum conducts three major activities: horticultural displays, professional and public education and botanical and horticultural research.

Programs Offered Guided school tours are available for $1/student (1 chaperone free for every 10 children, each extra adult will cost $6). Teacher education seminars are also frequently available.

72 National Association of Conservation Districts

P.O. Box 855 League City, TX 77574-0855 (713) 332-3402

Materials Available Amazing Soil Stories (Grades 4-5) - A series of activity comic books on natural resource issues. Buried Treasure - A series of activity comic books on water resources. Conserving Soil - A soil conservation guide including activity sheets and overhead transparencies. Give Water a Hand - A youth action program promoting good water management practices at home, farm, community and school sites. Lines on the Land - 16 learning activities and videotape about conservation practices. Sammy Soil Saver (Grades K-5) - Three narratives of conservation messages presented by the "Sammy Soil Saver" puppet. The Living Waters (Grades K-6) - A guide with 2 activity booklets for a stewardship program focusing on water as a 'lital natural resource. Water and Me (Grades K-2) - A coloring and activity book.

National Wildlife Federation

Educational Outreach Leesburg Pike VA 22184 797-6689 #: (202) 797-6646 site: www.nwf.org/nwf

:\taterials Available Animal Tracks Grades 4-6 hands-on environmental education program takes a problem-solving journey through conservation issues. Scope Grades K-8 Environmentateducation curriculum includes Wading into Wetlands and Pollution, Problems & Solutions. IM•Intrt-n Week Kits Curriculum supplements on various subjects (i.e. Wading into Wetlands, Pollution Solutions, Nature's Web: Communities Conservation, etc.).

73 The Nature Conservancy

Christine Bosco Community Outreach coordinator 2350 Route 47 Delmont, NJ 08314 ( 609) 861-0600 Fax#: (609) 861-4420 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.tnc.org

Mission To preserve the plants, animals, and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.

Programs Offered For local schools in Cape May, Cumberland, Salem, and Atlantic Counties, in-class presentations and field trips to nature preserves and managed lands are free of charge. Themes for in-class work include shorebird migration and marshes/ wetlands. Teachers can also bring students to the Bayshores Center to study hummingbird and butterfly gardens, aquarium tanks and nature trails.

New Castle County Conservation District

Richard Mickowski Public Education Coordinator 6 Peoples Plaza Newark, DE 19702 (302) 834-3560 x113 Fax#: (302) 834-0783 [email protected]

Mission To assist landowners with resolving natural resource issues and concerns on their property or in their community.

Materials Available Various educational materials are available for teachers in New Castle County. Water and Me Water in Your Hands The Living Waters Landfor Life Conserving Soils Operation Backyard Basin Scapes Desdemona's Splash- a CD-ROM game for ages 5 to adult, which follows a dragonfly "Desi" through a farm, neighborhood or city, to learn all about water quality and the environment. In each scene, click on anything you think might affect water quality to see what happens when it rains. CDs are available for $12, and can be previewed at http://www.ctic. purdue.edu.

Delaware DNREC will soon be publishing a watershed unit for 7th grade. For more information contact Nancy Rolli at (302) 739-4506.

Programs Offered Presentations are available for classrooms as time allows usually on soil conservation and nonpoint source pollution (NPS) using the NPS watershed model.

74 New Jersey Audubon Society

Dale Rosselet Vice President for Education •I Department of Education at CMBO Center for Re~earch and Education •• 600 Route 47 North .... I I I ~· .. Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 '• (609) 861-0700 ' ( 609) 861-1651 '...... ,'i E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.nj.com/audubon

Mission Preservation of habitat and bio-diversity in New Jersey through conservation, education and research.

Materials Available Bridges to the Natural World (Grade" Pre-K- 6) 1)30 - A natural h1..,ton £.uide for teacher". New Jersey WATERS (Grade" 7-12) ~J) - A 21 S page ho()J... of hacJ...ground. ]e..,..,on~.,. and appendice~.,. \\ hich take" a watershed approach to teaching the -.,pecJfiL· cculog: l)f \.;e\\ Jcr-.,e:. The program j-., aligned to the ~J Core Curriculum Content Standards and i~ adaptahle to -.,pecial need-, -.,tudenh.

Programs Offered Programs including field trips, classroom presentations, assembly program~ and teacher workshops are available at each of our centers throughout New Jersey.

New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route

Charles C. Milliken Chief of Interpretation P.O. Box 568 Newport, NJ 08345 (R56) 447-0103 Fax#: (856) 447-0108 E-mail: chuck_Milliken @nps.gov

Organization Description The trail is a vehicular tourism trail linking destinations along 300 miles of coastline under 5 interpretive themes that bring public attention to New Jersey's coastal. natural and cultural resources. The project is a partnership between the National Park Service and the State of New Jersey.

Materials Available Four New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route Regional Guides are available (Barnegat. Sandy Hook. Cape May/ Absecon and Delsea), along with the full Coastal Heritage Trail Brochure. Historic Themes and Resources within the Nevr Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route. Southern New Jersey and the Delaware Bay: Cape May. Cumberland. and Salem Counties. From Marsh to Farm: The Landscape Tran.sformation of' Coastal New Jersey. Resorts and Recreation, a Historic Theme Study qf' the Ne~v Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route. The Atlantic Shore: Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean. Burlington, Atlantic. and Cape May Counties.

Video: "Down Jersey" Exploring the cultural land~cape of the National Park Service· s Coastal Heritage Trail Route in Cape May, Cumberland. and Salem counties. See the Delaware Bayshore through the eyes of the people who know it best. Artisans. fishermen. farmers. ship builders. naturalists. and historians show you the South Jersey they have come to know and love. "Down Jersey'' introduces both historic traditions and modern activities. enriching your appreciation of south Jer­ sey's treasures. A teacher's guide to ''Down Jersey" is currently being worked on.

75 New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJ DEP)

NJ DEP Bureau of Nonpoint Pollution Control Janet C. Jessel, Supervising Environmental Specialist P.O. Box029 Trenton, NJ 08618 (609) 633-7021 Fax#: (609) 984-2147 E-mail: Jjessel @dep.state.nj.us Web site: www.state.nj.us/dep.dwq

Mission To control, limit and reduce non point sources of pollution through the issuance of NJPDES, DGW and DSW Permits as well as coordinated efforts with other internal and external water quality programs.

Materials Available Fact sheets on industrial storm water permitting.

NJ DEP Div. Of Watershed Mgt, Watershed Education and Outreach Program Joe Novemsky, Lower Delaware Regional Coordinator P.O. Box 418 Trenton, NJ 08625-0418 (609) 633-7020 Fax#: (609)-292-0687 Web site: www.state.nj.us/dep/watershedmanagement

Organization Description To encourage community members to become involved in the watershed management process looking at how they can make changes in their daily lives to improve their watershed's health.

Programs Offered Americorps presentations and volunteer monitoring activities Workshops through Cook College Office of Continuing Professional Education Clean Water Rangers Program Project WET Watershed Stewards Program Volunteer Monitoring Program (Bats-Biological Assessment Teams and Rats-River Assessment Teams Rainstick Contest Watershed Awareness signs and Month (May)

NJ DEP Information Resource Center (IRC) Mary Kearns-Kaplan, Manager 432 East State Street P 0 Box409 Trenton, NJ 08625-0409 (609) 984-2249 Fax#: (609) 292-3298 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.state.nj.us/dep

Organization Description The IRC is NJDEP' s library for environmental information. It is the mission of the IRC to support the work of the NJDEP' s staff and to make our information resources available to the general public.

Materials Available The general public is welcome to use all services of the IRC that do not incur fees, such as database searches. An appointment is required.

76 New Jersey Division of Fish, Game and Wildlife

Jim Sciascia Bureau Chief Office of Information and Education P.O. Box 400 Trenton, NJ 08625-0400 (609) 292-9450 Fax#: (609) 984-1414 www. njfishand wildlife.com

Organization Description The Division of Fish & Wildlife is a professional organization dedicated to the protection, management and wise state's fish and wildlife. The role of the division is to protect habitat and to manage all of the state's wildlife for the of the people of New Jersey.

Materials Available Marine Education Resource Guide (call609/748-4347 to obtain a copy). Posters ($2.50 each for educators) NJ Wildlife Viewing Guide ($11.95) Wild Places and Open Spaces Map ($4.00) Aquatic WILD WILD School Sites

Programs Offered The Pequest Trout Hatchery & Natural Resource Education Center offers all types of programs for school public. Overnight workshops on marine ecology are offered to educators at the Sedge Island Natural Resource ....,...... ,'""··"' Center. The "Becoming an Outdoors Woman" program is offered in locations around the state.

New Jersey Marine Science Consortium Claire Antonucci Director of Education Building #22 Sandy Hook Field Station Fort Hancock, NJ 07732 (732) 872-1300 X 22 Fax#: (732) 291-4483 E-mail: cantonucci @njmsc.org Web site: www.njmsc.org

Mission The NJMSC is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting greater understanding of New coastal and estuarine resources. This mission is accomplished through education, outreach, and research.

Materials Available marine and related environmental science library on premises (no fee for copies) Marine science lesson plans (available on-line) Lesson "kits" available for borrowing

Programs Offered Field Trips Grades Pre-K- 12 Fee based Professional Development Workshop Fee based and grant funded Family Science Programs Fee based Undergraduate and Graduate Courses Tuition based Summer Day Camp, Pre-school Programs, In-school and after-school programs, Curriculum Integration Services Scout Badge Program Internships for pre-service science educators Coast Day NJ- public outreach event, 2nd Sunday in October

77 New Jersey Mosquito Control Association

Rutgers University 180 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8536 For the contact in your area see: www .rci.rutgers.edu/insects/njmos.htm

Mission To promote cooperation among those interested in mosquito control and related work, stimulation of educational activities to increase knowledge of and advance mosquito control and related environmental objectives in New Jersey.

Materials Available Select county mosquito control agencies can supply literature about watersheds, mosquito habitat management, aquatic biology, mosquito history and outlines for science projects. Counties may loan biological models and rearing container and supply live specimens.

Programs Offered Select counties will make presentations in the school customized to class age and topic.

Oldman's Creek Watershed Association

Patrick J. Mulligan President 1009 Lincoln Road Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 (856) 4 78-6527

Mission To foster an awareness of Oldman's Creek Watershed and preserve and improve the ecological, cultural and recreational quality of the watershed.

Materials Available Fact sheets and newsletters are available at no cost. A video is currently being developed.

Programs ~offered A slide-show presentation is available with a donation.

78 Partnership for the Delaware Estuary

Kathy Klein Executive Director 400 West 9th Street, Suite 100 Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 655-4990 1 (800) 445-4935 Fax#: (302) 655-4991 E-mail: kklein @de1awareestuary.org Web site: www.delawareestuary.org

Organization Description The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary Inc., is a nonprofit organization established in 1996 to take a leadership role in promoting wise conservation and management of the Delaware Estuary by increasing the awareness and understanding of this magnificent resource. Through education. action projech. and consensm building, the Partnership works with all levels of government, business, environmental organizations. community groups, academia, and citizens to enhance and preserve the Estuary's living resource-..

Materials Available (all materials are available at no cost) Living Resources of the Delmvare Estuary ( 600 page-.) The Delaware Estuar_v Management Plan (400 page") Let's Learn About Water Activity Booklet ( 16 pages) Estuary Fact Sheets: Water Conserl'Lltion. Consen·ation Landscaping, Horseshoe Crabs & Shorebird Connection, House­ hold Hazardous Wastes, Nonpoint Source Pollution, and Histor qf the Easter Oyster Sence of Place Fact Sheets: Habitats to Attract Wild/({e, Nontoxic Landscaping Solutions, Native Plants q{the Delaware Estuary Region, Natiive Plants Clean Water Begins and Ends With You Drawing Contest Calendars The Delaware Estuary Public Access Guide Estuary Nevv·s Newsletter Birding Guide to Cumberland County, NJ National Estuary Program Brochures Storm_v Weather Video- (on non point source pollution) Sense of Place Video From the Cities to the Sea Video Storm Drain Marking Guide & Supplies DELEP Minigrants Report

Programs Offered The Delaware Estuary Teacher'" Institute The Estuary Institute, held annually in July, provides teachers from Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania with the opportunity to explore and experience the geographic. scientific, economic, cultural. and historic resources of the estuary. These experiences will provide the participants with a greater understanding of the wide variety of resource use issues within the Estuary and the interconnections between human actions and Estuary ecosystems. Stipends are available for participating teachers. (See back of this guide for more information.)

A Sense of Place: Restoring Native Plant Communities A school yard habitat initiative that addre...,ses the los-. of biological diversity through the restoration of locally native vegetation at school sites within the Delaware Estuary region. The project pro\·ide-. a model for water-.hed approach to land management by controlling invasive plants, reducing pe-.ticide u-;e. and improving wildlife habitat thereby reducing negative impacts to our waterways.

Classroom presentations also available.

79 Peace Valley Nature Center

Gail Hill Environmental Education Director 170 Chapman Road Doylestown, PA 18901 (215) 345-7860 Fax#: (215) 345-4529 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission Statement To provide, manage and maintain an outdoor living museum and environmental education facility for Bucks County which will: 1) Serve as a refuge and diverse habitat for wildlife-both plants and animals. 2) Set aside a place where county citizens and other visitors can enjoy the peace and beauty of a natural area. 3) Encourage and promote environ­ mental awareness through a variety of educational experiences.

Programs Available Wetlands; Adaptations of Freshwater Macroinvertebrates Middle-High School $4/student ($40 min.)

Stream Study; Wetlands & Watersheds K-6 $4.50/student ($45 min.)

Pennsylvania Alliance for Environmental Education

Slippery Rock University Slippery Rock, PA 16057 (412) 738-4555 Fax#: (412) 738-4502 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.pcee.state.pa.us

Materials Available DelafjJare Estuary Issues (Grades 9-12) - An information and activity packet to increase understanding of the Delaware Estuary. Does your House "Hold" Hazardous Materials? (Grades K-12) - Information and activities to educate students about household hazardous waste. Lifestyles for the Earth (Grades K-12) - Environmental education packet.

80 Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks - Delaware Canal State Park

Bonnie Tobin Environmental Education Specialist 11 Lodi Hill Road Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972 (610) 982-0161 Fax##: (610) 982-0160 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and to serve as outdoor classrooms for environmental education. In meeting these purposes, the conservation of the natural, scenic, aesthetic, and historical values of the parks should be given first consideration. Stewardship responsibilities should be carried out in a way that protects the natural outdoor experience for the enjoyment of current and future generations.

Teacher Training Opportunities Project Learning Tree Project WILD KARE (Aquatic WILD, Living Water, etc.) P A State Parks Watershed Education P A Songbird Curriculum (no charge) & Other specialized programs (fee for materials and administration)

Programs Offered On site student learning and/or service experiences such as, water quality monitoring, river cleanups, historic/interpretive mule drawn barge, river island ecology and individual service learning projects are available upon request.

Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks - Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center

Estelle Ruppert Program Coordinator & Delaware River Basin Coordinator Watershed Education New Holland Road

"·'-'-''UH>;;:,, p A 19607 796-3688 #: (610) 796-3698 [email protected]

Organization Description Forest Environmental Education Center is operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural escmrc:es, Bureau of State Parks and dedicated to educating children, teachers and community about the environment citizenship through stewardship.

'laterials Available ~.~""'r~·h••r1 Education Activities for Environmental Learning.

·Pr.rw:J"r·~nllli: Offered of deciduous woodlands and coniferous plantations, teaching stations, mansions, an education building along many programs are available upon request. Programs are offered to the community all through the year. School ,_,,,,..... "."'" are often in cooperation with Berks County. K -College level and in-service workshops are also available . .,-,,·""'"''·'and groups are encouraged to call well in advance. Watershed Education is a key program sponsored by State encouraging watershed studies throughout Pennsylvania.

81 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP)

Lynda Rebarchak Community Relations Coordinator Lee Park, Suite 601 0 555 North Lane Conshohocken, P A 19428 (6JO) 832-6219 Fh #: (610) 832-6022 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us (there is a section designed especially for teachers)

Mission To protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution, and to provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment. We will work as partners with individuals, organization, governments and businesses to prevent pollution and restore our natural resources.

Materials Available Ground water book and poster Radon books Animal booklets 6 book series on Elementary Education and the Environment Earth Day Recycling Activities Grades K-3 Instructor's Guide to Water Education Activities Grades K-9 - An instructor's guide including background and student activities. Cryptic Clues: Wetland Classroom Grades 5-9 - Students learn to identify plants and animals found in the wetlands. Air Quality for Teachers Grades K-12 - An overview of air and its care in P A, including history of air pollution, monitoring efforts, what individuals can do to improve air quality, and a sampling of activities. P2E2 (Pollution Prevention & Environmental Education) Teacher's Manual Grades K-12 - A program of activities supporting real life environmental stewardship embracing all of earth's ecosystems- air, water, and land. Recycling Lesson Plans Grades K-12 - Integrated classroom approaches given for teaching about recycling. Value of Wetland Plants to Wildlife Grades 5-12 - A list of plants, aquatic plants found in wetlands, their uses by birds, fish, animals and humans.

Programs Offered Regional Speaker's Bureau is a group of assorted technical staff to handle presentation requests from schools and community groups on a variety of environmental subjects at no charge. (One-month advance notice required).

82 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Watershed Conservation Nonpoint Source Management Program

Fran Koch Environmental Planning Supervisor 400 Market Street P.O. Box 8555 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8555 (717) 783-2289 Fax #: (717) 787-9549 [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us (choose SUBJECTS, WATER MANAGEMENT, WATERSHEDS, then NONPOINT SOURCE MANAGEMENT)

Mission To protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and to provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment. We will work as partners with individuals, organizations, governments and businesses to prevent pollution and restore our natural resources.

Materials Available Pennsylvania's Major River Basins Fact Sheet: Potential Funding Sources for Watershed Groups Fact Sheet: Top Ten Tips for Watershed Organizations Pennsylvania Stream Releaf" Plan for restoring & conserving buffers along Pennsylvania streams Forest Buffer Toolkit: Replanting Pennsylvania's Streamsides Local Solutions to Pennsylvania's Pollution DEP Local Government Handbook Environmental Risk-Assessment Guide for the Home Making Nutrient Management Work for You: Getting More from Animal Manure & Fertilizer Environmental Protection Update Resource Newsletter Fact Sheet: Potential Funding Sources for Watershed Groups Ways to the Sea Your Share: Learn about the Land (poster with a land use activity) Sheet: Citizens' Volunteer Monitoring Program ,\,tn.,,t,-. ... , ..... Matters (Pennsylvania's Citizens' Volunteer Monitoring Newsletter) Quality Monitoring of PA Streams by Citizens Groups, Primer in QA & QC in the Cleanup: Protecting Pennsylvania's Resources through Pollution Solutions Water Wisely Brochure Sheet: Reclaim PA: PA 's Abandoned Mine Reclamation & Well Plugging Program 1997-1998 Annual Report for the Pennsylvania Senior Environmental Corps

83 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Water Supply and Wastewater Management

Trudy J. Troutman Administrative Assistant 400 Market Street 11th Floor, RCSOB Harrisburg, P A 17105-8467 (717) 783-3795 Fax#: (717) 772-4474 E-mail Troutman@ state. pa. us Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us

Materials Available Visit DEP' s website direct link "Drinking Water Publications" Water Wheel Interactive Brochure (no charge)

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Coastal Zone Management Program

John Booser Associate Director Office for River Basin Cooperation P.O. Box 2063 400 Market Street, 15th Floor Harrisburg, PA 17105-2063 (717) 772-4 785 Fax #: (717) 783-4690 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us/subjects/ choose: Office for River Basin Cooperation

Mission To protect and enhance Pennsylvania's fragile coastal resources, while reducing conflict between competing land and water uses.

Materials Available Fact Sheet: The Pennsylvania Coastal Zone Management Program Fact Sheet: Bluff Recession: A Lake Erie Coastal Hazard Fact Sheet: Shoreline Erosion: A Lake Erie Coastal Hazard

84 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Environmental Education and Information Center

Jack Farster Acting Director of Environmental Education P.O. Box 2063 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2063 (717) 772-1828 Fax #: (717) 705-4093 E-mail: jfarster@ state.pa.us

Mission To protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and to provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment, working as partners with individuals, organizations, governments and businesses to prevent pollution and restore our natural resources.

Materials Available Water Wheel interactive brochure Use Water Wisely Brochure Environmental Educator Online Brochure Fact Sheet: Water Pollution Control in PA Fact Sheet: Watershed Management and TMDLs Stream Releaf Plan for restoring & conserving buffers along Pennsylvania streams Buffer Toolkit: Replanting Pennsylvania's Streamsides Solutions to Pennsylvania's Pollution: PA 's Nonpoint Source Management Program DEP Environmental Education Grants Program Manual and Forms Your Share: Learn About the Land (land use activity poster) About Land, A Guide for Educators (packet) Quality for Teacher, Do Your Share! (packet) your drinking water safe? Watersheds, Clean Water (activity poster) education activities (K-9)

\laterials Available in Limited Supply (Science Teams in Rural Environments for Aquatic Management Studies) - An interdisciplinary environmental uw:atton and water study program incorporating national science and math standards, authentic assessment, field studies, .... ,_._,..,, and student/community activism Water WET Curriculum and Activity Guide.

YnJ~n~tms Offered are available as scheduling allows.

85 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Stormwater Planning and Management Section

Durla N. Lathia Chief, Stormwater Planning and Management Section Division of Water Use Planning Bureau of Watershed Conservation Rachel Carson State Office Building P.O. Box 8555 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8555 (717) 772-5661 Fax #: (717) 787-9549 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us (click on "Stormwater Management")

Mission To protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and to provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment. We will work as partners with individuals, organizations, governments and businesses to prevent pollution and restore our natural resources.

Materials Available DEP Fact Sheet: Stormwater Management in Pennsylvania A video on stormwater management is available to borrow at no cost.

Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

Rich Wood Jim Young Aquatic Resources Program Specialist Bureau Engineering & Development Director Box 8, West Brubaker Valley Rd. P.O. Box 67000 Elm, PA 17521-0008 Harrisburg, P A 17106-7000 (717) 626-9081 (814) 359-5152 Fax #: (717) 626-0486 Fax#: (814) 359-5153 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.fish.state.pa.us

Mission To provide recreational fishing and boating opportunities through the protection and enhancement of Pennsylvania's Aquatic Resources.

Materials Available Acid Precipitation Six Ways to the Sea Water Pollution Pennsylvania Angler & Boater Magazine ($9 a year) K.A.R.E. (Keystone Aquatic Resources Education) available at no cost. This package includes Aquatic WILD, Living in Water, Water Resources in Pennsylvania, PLAY (PA League of Angling Youth), a variety of other publications, facts sheets and an AIV Loan Library.

Programs Offered Many programs are available focusing on training adults (educators, sportsman, etc.) to deliver youth programs. A small volunteer corps is maintained to teach basic fishing skills and resource related topics. For assistance with school programs, Waterways Conservation Officer Erin Ryan (215) 289-3074 is available for Eastern Philadelphia schools, and Officer John Pedrick (215) 633-7200 is available for Western Philadelphia schools.

86 Pennsylvania Wildlife Federation

Joan S. Clippinger Executive Director 2426 N. Second Street Harrisburg, P A 17110 (717) 231-4390 Fax#: (717) 231-3524 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To educate Pennsylvanians about our environment and inspire them to protect, conserve and nurture our natural resources.

Materials Available National Wildlife Week Posters no charge

Programs Offered "Pennsylvania's Prolific Profile" slide presentation, focusing on Pennsylvania's wildlife symbols - $50

Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust

David J. Robertson Executive Director 2955 Edgehill Road Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 (215) 657-0830 Fax#: (215) 657-1679 E-mail: pert@ libertynet.org Web site: www.libertynet.org/pert

Organization Description The Pennypack Trust is a non-profit land conservation organization with the mission of protecting, restoring and preserving the natura1lands of the Valley.

~1aterials Available Trail maps and a library of field guides, natural history books and periodicals are available for use.

Programs Offered School groups can come to the Trust for self-guided walks on our trails. We do not have any guided programs. We can with schools for service learning projects on our preserve as well.

87 Pennypack Environmental Center/Fox Chase Farm

Peter Kurtz Nature Specialist 8600 A Verree Road Philadelphia, P A 19115 (215) 685-0470 Fax: (215) 685-0469

Mission: To utilize the unique resources of Fairmount Park to promote environmental understanding, appreciation, and stewardship. From neighborhood to region to world, our actions impact our environment and our environment impacts our quality of lift:

Materials Available Events calendar Trail maps

Programs Offered Critter Safari $3.50/student 1-1.5 hour K-3rd Grade Explore Pennypack' s diversity of critters and their habitats. Go on a critter hike and look under logs for bugs, slugs and other creatures.

Pennypack Wildlife $3.50/student 1.5-2 hours 4th-12th Grade Explore Pennypack' s wildlife and discover their various adaptations for survival

$3.50/student 1-2 hours K-12th Grade (winter only) Explore the food web and habitat needs of these "wise" predators.

Birds and Beaks $3.50/student 1 hour to full day 4th-12th Grade Originally a bird sanctuary, the Pennypack provides a great introduction to bird watching.

Nature Ramble $3.50/student 1-1.5 hour K-6th Grade Experience the field, forest and creek communities of Pennypack

Natural Communities $3.50/student 1/2 day to full day 7th-12th Grade Examine the impact; both positive and negative, we have on our environment. Stewardship of natural lands is encouraged through hands-on restoration work.

Orienteering $3.50/student 112 hour to full day 4th-12th Grade Explore the history of the compass, learn map-reading skills, and follow an orienteering course through the woods.

Water World $3 .50/student 1.5-2 hours 4th-12th Grade Use our creeks and gullies to explore experimental components of water.

Creepy Crawlies $3.50/student 1.5-2 hours 4th-6th Grade Investigate decomposers and the cycle of life in the forest and in compost bins.

Other programming includes: outreach programs, summer camps, service learning opportunities, restoration projects, spe­ cial events, natural history, seasonal celebrations, and public programs including bird and plant walks, campfires, etc.

88 Peopling of Philadelphia Collaborative, Inc. (POPCI)

Marlene M. Robinson Director 14-16 Second Street Delanco, NJ 08075 ( 856) 824-9399 Fax#: (856) 824-1489

Mission To bring high quality, relevant. age-appropriate. acti\ ity-ba~ed educational programs to students in the three-state area: to counteract the violence around us by promoting under...,tanding among youths by helping them appreciate the contributions of all ethnic and racial groups that came here to li\'e and \\ ork. and by encouraging pride in one· sown heritage and respect for that of other..,: to work with teachers to connect POPCl ...,ocial hi.;;tory and environmental programs to classroom needs that meet local and ~tate academic standard~.

Materials Available A teacher notebook of pre-. post- and ~ite le~..,on. background 1nformation. timeline. map activities and NJ & PA standards met by each are available upon request. AJ...,o. a journal j..., offered free to participating studenh.

Programs Offered The Peopling of Philadelphia Program (POP) trace..., the development of the city and the arrival and contributions of the diversity of people who settled here. Using the collections of 14 ~ocial history and ethnic museums. POP hands-on activitie~ involve student~ in problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. POP reaches the 2nd through I th grades.

The Urban Ecology Program focuse~ on the environmental consequences of population growth and technological advancement from the 1600's to the present. More than 12 museums and scientific organizations provide resources that docu­ ment water usage of the Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers to the 4th through I th grade~. In each program. ~tudents carry a journal on their museum visits. The Peopling journal i.;; a passport to the cultural diversity of the city. while the Water Log allows student to record scientific tesh and personal reaction~. The charge i~ $1 00/class for each museum les~on. All students participate in producing their own newspaper at the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Philadelphia Recycling Center

1401 JFK Boulevard Room 780 MSB Philadelphia. PA 19102-1664 (215) 686-5504 Fax#: (215) 686-5455 Web site: www.phila.gov/~treeh

Organization Description Oversees City of Philadelphia's recycling activities and planning.

Materials Available Call for information. School visits available.

89 Philadelphia Water Department

C. Drew Brown Manager, Public Education 1101 Market St. Philadelphia, P A 19107 (215) 685-6098 Fax#: (215) 685-6031 E-mail: drew. brown @phila.gov

Mission The Philadelphia Water Department is a regional, municipally owned and operated, sewage treatment and storm water management utility.

Materials Available "What's With Water?" curriculum supplement "Stormy Weather" video Educational brochures on watersheds, drinking water, sewage treatment, and storm water runoff pollution prevention.

Programs Offered Drinking water treatment plant and sewage treatment plant tours Guided visits to the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center Watershed walking tours In-class speakers

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90 Philadelphia Department

Fairmount 'W

Ed Grusheski Division

Philadelphia, P A (215) 685-61 Fax#: (215) 685-4915 E-mail:

Organization Description The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) supplies drinking water, and sewage and stormwater services to the City and several suburban communities. The Department actively promotes a sense of good stewardship for the Delaware River Watershed through its day to day water and sewer operations, its new Office of Watersheds, and through its public education programs. The Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center (FWWIC) is a project of the Philadelphia Water Department and currently provides programs and tours. Located along the Schuylkill River, the FWWIC tells the story of the region's water resources and their connections to people throughout history. The FWWIC aims to protect the watershed by inspiring the students and citizens who must understand, care for and make wise decisions about land and water far into the future.

Materials Available 1 What's With Water? is a curriculum supplement with lessons and activities for 4th & 5 h grades. Teacher's Information Packets for the Fairmount Water Works & Wastewater Treatment Plant. How Water in Philadelphia is Treated and Distributed Booklet. Need: Clean Water & About Safe Drinking Water Brochures. The Adventures of Captain Sewer Children's Activity Book. The Water Department Comic Book (soon to come). Water Quality Date for Philadelphia 1996.

Programs Offered Educational field trips to drinking water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, a biosolids recycling center, and the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center are available, along with packets providing pre- and post-trip lesson ideas, background information and Philadelphia School District Benchmarks at no cost. (Donations to the Interpretive Center are appreciated.)

91 Philadelphia Zoological Garden

Ron Fricke VP of Education 3400 W. Girard A venue Philadelphia, P A 19104 (215) 243-5315 Fax#: (215) 243-5385 E-mail: fricke.ron @phillyzoo.org Web site: www.philadelphiazoo.org

Mission The Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo, is dedicated to its mission of conservation, science, education and recreation. The core purpose is to advance discovery, understanding, and stewardship of the natural world through compelling exhibi­ tion and interpretation of living animals and plants.

Materials Available Loan Kits containing pre- and post-visit activity handbooks, taped animal sounds, videos, scales, and other materials are free of charge with every program booked in the Independence Schoolhouse.

Programs Offered Theatre to Go Zoo on Wheels Little Zoo on Wheels Teacher Days Independence Schoolhouse Programs (including loan kits)

Zoom into learning classroom programs (including teacher materials) It all Makes Sense (Grades K-2) - Discover how animals use their senses to survive. Animals, Animals, Animals (Grades K-2) - Uncover the mysteries of animal classifications. Bigger, Smaller, Shorter, Taller (Grades K-2) - Find out how animals' characteristics impact their lifestyle and survival in the wild. Animal Antics (Grades 3-8) - Discover adaptations that help animals survive in their habitats. Links of Life (Grades 3-8) - Explore how animals are linked together by food chains. Wildlife Alert (Grades 3-12) - Examine why wildlife is disappearing from the face of the earth. Helping Herps (Grades 3-5) - From inside the new Reptile and Amphibian House, learn how the status of reptiles and amphibians in the wild are indicators of the health of the environment. Activities from Field Research (Grades 3-8) - Explore the Rare Animal House and learn how field researchers catch, study, and track animals in the wild.

Zoo on Wheels Programs: Built to Survive (Grades 1-12) - The law of the jungle is "eat or be eaten." Examine the unique features of live animals and see how they have adapted to survive in their own wild lifestyle. Outrageous Reptiles (Grades 1-12) - Scaly and slithery creatures are the stars of this show. Students will come face to face with snakes, turtles, and lizards, and learn about their different reptilian lifestyles. Mammals, Bird, and Reptiles (Grades 1-5) - What make a mammal a mammal, a bird a bird, and a reptile a reptile? Using artifacts and live animals, discover which features are clues to an animal's true identity. Born in the USA (Grades 1-8) - This interactive program focuses on some fascinating creatures found right here in the United States and offers suggestions on how to protect these animals with which we share our land. Home for the Holidays (Grades 1-8) - This special program is offered for a short time only (November through January). You will discover how animals spend the winter season in the wild.

Treehouse Pro grams In the Thick of Things (Grades K-5) - Learn all about the predator-prey relationships of diverse animals found in the forests of Pennsylvania. All American Homes (Grades K-5) - Learn about various animal habitats and why their homes are so important.

92 Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge

William J. Jones Outdoor Recreation Planner 1978 Turckle Pond Road Milton, DE 19968 (302) 684-8419 Fax #: (302) 684-8504 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission Statement Established in 1963 under the Migratory Bird Conservation Act " .. .for use as an inviolate sanctuary, or for any other management purpose, for migratory birds." This 10,000 acre refuge is a mosaic of fresh and saltwater wetlands, forests and fields.

Programs Offered Field trips interpreting the natural resources of the Refuge are available upon demand. Please call for reservations. No charge.

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area

Douglas V orolieff Naturalist 4 72 A Boonton A venue Boonton, NJ 07005 (973) 334-3130 Fax#: (973) 541-1971

Organization Description Operated by the Morris County Park Commission, Pyramid Mountain is an environmental education facility with over 1,000 acres of protected land to use as an outdoor classroom.

Materials Available Teacher training programs are held at the facility and literature is available to aid programming at school.

Programs Offered A school brochure is available listing the offered lessons. Lessons are offered from September through June. Call the facility for availability and current fees.

93 Rancocas Creek Association

Claudia MeN amara, PhD President P.O. Box 345 Mt. Holly, NJ 08060 (609) 261-0563 Fax#: (609) 27-6511

Organization Description Comprised of property owners on the north branch of the Rancocas and dedicated to keeping the waterway clear and free for recreation and quality of life.

Programs Offered Others who wish to gain access on our property to study the waterway are welcome.

Raymond Proffitt Foundation

Joe Turner Secretary/Treasurer P.O. Box 723 Langhorne, P A 1904 7-0723 (215) 945-1329 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.rayproffitt.org

Organization Description RPF files public interest lawsuits against government and others, for failure to enforce environmental protection laws, including water quality, wetlands, valley fills, etc.

Materials Available Pollution updates are available on the web site.

94 Riverbend Environmental Education Center

Director of Education 1950 Spring Mill Road Gladwyne, PA 19035 (610) 527-5234 Fax#: (610) 527-1161 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.gladwynepa.com/riverbend

Mission To stimulate awareness, understanding, and appreciation of our environment and to preserve a natural wildlife habitat.

Programs Offered Critters of the Creek $3 .50-4.50/student/hr. Grades Pre-K - 12 Using hands-on exploration, role play, and chemical water testing (depending on grade/age), students will gain intimate knowledge of eastern stream ecology and water quality. Studenh will locate and identify aquatic organisms. then participate in kinesthetic activitie~ to understand how the~e organi-.,m~ live, eat and die. Throughout the class, students will learn why water quality protection j.., important to stream ecology and to human health and indw-try.

Steam Ecology $4.50-5.50/studcnt/2-3 Hours Grades 6-12 Riverbend's stream, Saw Mill Run, is a primary order stream with a diversity of aquatic organi~ms. Students will use dichotomous keys and field guide-., to identify organisms, then perform physical and chemical tests to determine the effects of upstream influences on water quality. After introduction to the watershed concept students will asses~ the influence of the entire watershed on the organism~ and physical parameter of the stream. Then, using area maps, students will locate and identify the watersheds that encompass their home~ and schooL and develop a plan to assess and monitor the quality of the streams or rivers in those watershed~.

A Watershed Year $ L000/1 0 watershed sessiom/20 students max Grades 5-12 (Monthly, September through June) Focusing on Riverbend' s stream, Saw Mill Run, and the surrounding watershed, this study examines nine elements of watershed quality and protection: The broad view, biological factors, physical factor. topography of the watershed, social and economic factors, human history of the watershed, Saw Mill Run·~ relation to larger watersheds. erosion and eutrophication, and getting the idea across to other~. In this holistic study. students gain hands-on knowledge of the factors that affect the quality of watersheds acros~ the planet.

Schuylkill River Canoe Trips $25/canoe +$1 0/student Grades 5-12 (mid-April through mid-October) Take your class on a canoe trip on the Schuylkill River with Riverbend's experienced naturali~ts. Along the way. students will observe and learn about Schuylkill River wildlife, such as Great Blue Herons, River Otters, a variety of aquatic turtles, Osprey, and a variety of ducks and other river birds. Students will also perform water quality tests to determine the health of the river.

Riverbend Environmental Education Center also offers Teacher Workshops.

95 Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Kathy Bright, Director of Education Dana Walker, Watershed Programs Coordinator 8480 Hagy' s Mill Road Philadelphia, P A 19128-1998 (215) 482-7300 Fax#: (215) 482-8158 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.schuylkillcenter.org

Mission To promote, through environmental education, the preservation and improvement of our natural environment by fostering appreciation, understanding and responsible use of the ecosystem; by disseminating information on current environmental issues; by encouraging appropriate public response to environmental problems; and also to maintain the facilities of The Schuylkill Center and conserve its land for the purpose of environmental education.

Materials Available Curriculum Earth (K-middle school, classroom based environmental education curriculum), teacher workshops, loan boxes, consulting on curriculum and service learning programs, field trips to year-long multi-visit programs, laboratory and room rental. There are minimal charges for all of the above. However, grant-funding opportunities are available.

Programs Offered First Look at a Pond Grades K-3 $5/student (Offered Sep-Nov, Apr-June) Half day program. Explore one of our many ponds to find out what makes it such a special habitat. Nature related games, activities, and hands-on exploration make this a popular and memorable program.

Water Survey Grades 4-12 $5/student (Offered Sep-Nov, Apr-June) Half day program. Discover the importance of water to all life. Trace the source of drinking water and factors that impact its quality. Hike to a pond, creek or wetland to perform a habitat assessment, chemical tests and a biotic survey to determine the health of the waterway.

Wetlands Grades 4-12 $5/student Limit 30 students (Offered Sep-Nov, Apr-June) Half day program. Students are introduced firsthand to the many benefits of wetlands and how these amazing ecosystems are connected to plants, animals and people.

Aquatic Ecology and Water Quality Grades 4-12 $10/student (Offered Sep-Nov, Apr-June) Full day program. Find out how water becomes polluted and what you can do to keep it clean. Analyze the health of a Center pond or stream using chemical tests, habitat assessment, and study of the macroinvertebrates that call it home.

What's With Water? Grades 4-12 $1 00/class/$1 0 travel fee (Year round outreach program) A good introduction to water focusing on the water cycle, water use cycle, watersheds, pollution and other wet topics. A hands-on, fun-filled program.

Watershed Mapping Walk Grades 4-12 $100/class/$10 travel fee (Recommended for Sep-Nov, Mar-June) Outreach program. Find your watershed address and where your drinking water CO\;ges from. Analyze the factors affecting it, then explore your school's property to determine its impact on your water supply.

Eco Van Grades 4-8 $250 per half day/$400 per full day (Offered Sep-Nov, Mar-June) Outreach program. This lesson consists of two parts. The indoor portion includes a series of four hands-on activities to help students understand the impact of humans on water, including watersheds, wetlands, water pollution and purification. The outdoor component is done at a nearby stream or pond where students perform habitat assessments, conduct chemical tests, and examine macroinvertebrates to determine the quality of the water.

96 Missioo To its tributaries and habitats through advocacy, enforcement and citizen action.

97 Scotland Run Park Nature Center Gloucester County Parks & Recreation

L. Jill Taylor Park Naturalist 6 Blackwood-Barnsboro Road Sewell, NJ 08080 (856) 881-0845 Fax#: (856) 881-6402 Note: The Park is located on Academy Street (Co. Road 610) in Clayton

Organization Description Scotland Run Park is the largest County Park in Gloucester County consisting of 940 acres of mature woodland, wetlands, field succession areas, and the 80 acre Wilson Lake. The park offers active and passive recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, hiking, nature observation, picnicking, and playground facilities. The Nature Center, which offers nature programs for all ages, is located across the street from the lake, and is filled with artifacts and displays representing the South Jersey area.

Programs Offered "Nature Lessons" are available, upon request, to schools and organizations that would like to have a guided tour of the Park. A variety of topics is offered. The Nature Center also presents "Environmental Education Workshops for Teachers" several times a year in coordination with NJDEP and other environmental organizations. The "Outreach Program" brings Nature to local students by exploring the environment of their own schoolyards. This program is available to individual classes at their facility. Educators from nearby schools and Rowan University use the park's natural resources as an outdoor class­ room to conduct their own lessons. For more information, request the "Scotland Run Park Nature Center Environmental Education Programs."

Environmental Education Workshops Project Wild Project Learning Tree ( PLT) Aquatic Project Wild Wild School Sites Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) WOW (Wonders of Wetlands) Bridges to the Natural World (Fee for books) REEP (Regional Environmental Education Program) (Fee for books)

The Nature Center conducts a wide variety of programs for the general public. These include lectures, special presenta­ tions, field trips, bird walks, Kids Nature Club (4H), guided nature walks, workshops, campfire programs, and a volunteer program. The Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds, upper Maurice River Watershed Association and the South Jersey Land Trust also meet at the Nature Center. In addition, there is a Nature Day Camp offered during the month of July that provides in depth Nature study for children in grades 2-6. The activities for the Nature Center are announced in the quarterly newsletter "Nature Network" which is available free of charge.

98 Sierra Club Delaware Chapter

Debbie Heaton Conservation Committee Chair 226 Jeffrey Drive Middletown, DE 19709 (302) 378-8501 E-mail: debbie.heaton@ sierraclub.org Web site: www.delaware.sierraclub.org

Mission To explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.

Materials Available Sustainability Curriculum (grades 6-8)

Programs Offered Speakers on Sustainability, Water Quality, participating in state (DE) and federal regulatory programs (TMDL).

Silver Lake Nature Center

Robert Mercer DirectorIN aturalis t 1306 Bath Road Bristol, PA 19007 (215) 785-1177 Fax#: (215) 785-3228 slnc@ verizonesg.net

Organization Description Silver Lake Nature Center is dedicated to 1) Providing all people the opportunity to learn about the natural environment and the uniqueness of Silver Lake Park. 2) Providing for all people open space and activities for the enjoyment of outdoors in an ecological manner. 3) Promoting the preservation and research of the unique historical and natural heritage of the community surrounding Silver Lake, especially species of special concern.

Materials Available Free Reference Library

Programs Offered K-12 programs which address the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards for Environment and Ecology. Fees vary, but average at $3.00 per person.

99 Soil and Water Conservation Society

7515 Northeast Ankeny Road Ankeny, IA 50021-9764 289-2331 X 19 Fax#: (515) 289-1227 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.swcs.org

Materials Available Conservation Education Booklets (Ages 8-11) - The series in comic book format leads students on adventures while learning about: Food and the Land, Water, Plants, Land, Wildlife, Creating a Liveable Land, and Ecosystem Management. Get Wet! Wetlands Activity Guide (Grades 3-5) Explains wetlands; includes games, outdoor activities and experiments.

South Branch Watershed Association, Inc. (SBWA)

Winnie Patton Administrator Lechner House Echo Hill Environmental Area ·­ 41 Lilac Drive Flemington, NJ 08822 •• (908) 782-0422 Fax#: (908) 782-4473 E-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.eclipse.net/-sbwa!

Mission To protect water resources through river monitoring, stream clean-ups, environmental education programs, well-water testing, and to provide public information about water-related issues.

Materials Available SBWA will organize and lead workshops on DEP programs such as Project WET, WOW (Wonders of Wetlands), Project Aquatic WILD, upon request. A nominal fee of $25 covers materials and lunch.

Programs Offered SBWA's own "Waterways Stewardship Group" and Natural Resource Inventory Project are component programs that are appropriate for students in elementary through high school. Speaker fees are $35/hour/speaker. Components may be selected and adapted by individual teacher. Call for specifics.

100 Stroud Water Research Center

James McGonigle Director of Education 970 Spencer Road Avondale, PA 19311 (610) 268-2153 Fax#: (610) 268-0490 E-mail: jmcgonig1e@ stroudcenter .org Web site: www.stroudcenter.org

Mission To increase the appreciation and knowledge of streams and rivers through research and education. SWRC is a stream research facility with an active education and outreach program.

Programs Offered Teacher Workshops for professional development - most are customized for groups (fee based) Project WET Workshops - nominal fee GLOBE Teacher Workshops Field trip programs to SWRC ($175 per 4 hour program), consisting of hands-on stream and watershed investigations Stream Day traveling exhibit ($250 Minimum fee) In-school programs ($70 per 1 hour program) The Leaf Pack Experiment

Tuscarora and Locust Lake State Park Complex

Erin Rasor-Shellhamer Environmental Education Specialist RD#1, Box 1051 Barnesville, PA 18214-9715 (570) 467-2404 Fax#: (570) 467-0234 E-mail: Tuscarora. sp@ al. dcnr .state. pa. us

Mission To provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation, and to serve as outdoor classrooms for environmental education.

Programs Offered Bureau of State Parks' Watershed Education Program and personalized watershed/water quality school and public programs are available for students in grades 6-12, free of charge. The program elements include: (1) Teacher training, materials and technical support. (2) Framework for communication and networking. (3) Classroom and field training by professional staff. (4) Community partnerships and stewardship activities. (5) Student conferencing. (6) Ongoing watershed information and portfolio development. Over 100 schools throughout Pennsylvania are participating by collecting and analyzing information about the ecology, heritage, and culture of their watershed. Each year students will have an opportunity to share information with other student groups throughout the major water basins.

101 Tyler Arboretum

Betsey Ney Director of Public Programs 515 Painter Road Media, P A 19063-4424 (61 0) 566-9134 X 214 Fax#: (610) 891-1490 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.TylerArboretum.org

Mission To preserve, develop and share our diverse horticultural, historical and natural site resources in order to stimulate an understanding of the living world.

Programs Offered Fresh Water Environments Students learn about the special needs of aquatic creatures and their adaptations for survival. By examining samples from Tyler's pond and stream, we observe first-hand these critical indicators of the health of our waterways. We will also discuss wetlands, animals, and plants. Supports P A Environmental 4.1.

Many other programs are offered by request for $4/student for Pre-school and Kindergarten, and $5/student for grades 1-8.

United States Coast Guard

Sea Partners Coordinator 1 Washington Street Philadelphia, P A 1914 7 (215) 271-4800 Fax#: (215) 271-4899

Mission To promote good stewardship of our waterways.

Programs Offered Speakers are available to discuss the United States Coast Guard's role in protecting the environment

102 United Water Delaware & United Water Bethel

Joanne C. Rufft Manager Cu">tomer Service and Communications 2000 Firq State Blvd. Wilmington. DE 19804 (302) 633-5900 Fax#: ( 302) 633-5921 E-mail: C\\'[email protected] Web -;ite: W\\'W.unitedwater.com/UWDE

Organization Description Water provider to over I 00,000 people in northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania.

Materials Available Several videos on water, age appropriate activity books on water conservation, and the hydrologic cycle, along with brochure~. pamphlets, stickers, bags, sponges and water bottles are available.

Programs Offered Plant tours at the Stanton water treatment facility and speakers are provided free of charge. Programs are geared to the age group and the topics requested.

University of Delaware College of Marine Studies

Dr. William R. Hall, Jr. Marine Education Specialist 700 Pilottown Road Lewes, DE 19958 (302) 645-4253 Fax#: (302) 645-4213 E-mail: bhall @udel.edu Web site: www.ocean.udel.edu

Mission The University of Delaware Graduate College of Marine Studies (CMS) is dedicated to advancing the knowledge, use and conservation of the ocean and its resources. Our goal at CMS is to educate well rounded scientists and policy specialists who have the broad vision and interdiciplinary background necessary to address the sweeping, interrelated problems that face marine and coastal environments. CMS is a Graduate College offering masters and doctoral degrees in the marine sciences. Two campuses, located in Newark and Lewes, DE.

Materials Available Technical and non-technical publications are available either online or by calling 302-831-8083 for a publications brochure. The MAS bulletin series targets students and most are correlated to the state and national teaching standards.

Programs Offered Tours are available for the public including school groups, 7th grade and above. There is no charge and they can be combined with a tour of the DELRIVER, an oil recovery vessel.

103 University of Delaware, Institute for Public Administration Water Resources Agency

Gerald J. Kauffman, PE Water Coordinator, Water Resources Engineer DGS Annex, Academy St. Newark, DE 19716 (302) 831-4929 Fax#: (302) 831-4934 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.wr.udel.edu or www.ipa.udel.edu

Mission To provide regional water resources planning, management, and policy assistance to state, local governments and the public in Delaware and the Delaware Valley through the University's service, education, and research role.

Materials Available Watershed maps of Delaware and the Delaware River Basin Watershed and water supply data reports for Delaware GIS maps and data for Delaware

Programs Offered Science, Math and Technology Alliance What in the World Career Program UD Math and Science Education Research Watershed Curriculum for 7th grade students University courses in Regional Watershed Management and GIS

Urban Tree Connection

Saul Wiener Executive Director 5125 Woodbine A venue Philadelphia, PA 19131 (215) 877-7203 Fax #: (215) 877-7204 E-mail: eweiser@ aol.com

Mission To develop community stewards who will advocate for the informed use of public open space, including, but not limited to, residential and commercial streetscapes, abandoned vacant lots and parks. Working with children and community residents at the heart of its planning, the Urban Tree Connection sees its work as part of the process of revitalizing, restoring and reclaiming communities.

Materials Available Custom designed constructivist environmental service learning projects (school/community based) for pre-K through college. Materials are not charged.

Programs Offered Urban Tree usually contracts with public schools for $5,000 for an academic year to work on a weekly basis. We can also work at an hourly rate to do professional development.

104 USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

Paul Petrichenko Assistant State Conservationi ... t 1203 College Park Drive Suite I 0 I Dover, DE 19904 (302) 678-4180 Fax#: (302) 678-0843 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.de.nrcs.usda.gov

Mission The Natural Resource Conservation Service provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain and improve our natural resources and environment.

Materials Available Posters. brochures and booklets are available in limited quantities. Web based information is also available.

Programs Offered Speakers on topics such as soils, farmland preservation, wetlands, etc. (Delaware only). No charge.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Catherine Libertz Irene Purdy U.S. EPA. Region III U.S. EPA, Region II 1650 Arch Street 290 Broadway, 24th Floor Philadelphia, P A 19103 New York, NY 10007-1866 (215) 814-2737 (212) 637-3845 FAX#: (215) 814-2782 [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.epa.gov

Organization Description & Mission The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and to safeguard the natural environment - air, water, and land - upon which life depends. The U.S. EPA implements the Federal laws designed to promote pubic health by protecting our Nation's air, water and soil from harmful pollution. EPA endeavors to accomplish its mission systematically by proper integration of a variety of research, monitoring, standard-setting, and enforcement activities. As a complement to its other activities, EPA coordinates and supports research and anti-pollution activities of state and local governments, private and public groups, individuals, and educational institutions. EPA also monitors the operations of other federal agencies with respect to their impact on the environment.

Materials Available Various materials are available for teachers on many environmental topics from the Public Information Center in Region III at (215) 814-5121 and the Public Outreach Branch, Communications Division in Region II at (212) 637-3675.

105 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Chesapeake Bay Field Office 177 Admiral Cochrane Drive Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 573-4583

Materials Available Environmental Education Activity Kit Grades K-12 Activities presenting important issues related to estuaries and wetlands.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

Erika Scarborough Environmental Education Specialist 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19133 (215) 365-3118 Fax#: (215) 365-2846 E-mail: Eriks_Scarborough @FWS.gov Web site: http://heinz.fws.gov

Mission/Organization Description To preserve and protect fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the benefit of the American people. The Refuge is part of a nationwide system of protected lands totaling over 95 million acres.

Materials Available Act 48 approved professional development courses throughout the year. Ex: Project WET. Project WILD, Project Learning Tree. Indoor classrooms, PA wildlife trunk, Environmental learning library. 6-hour workshops are $10, 15-hour workshops are $25.

Programs Offered Field trips are self-guided on a 1,200 acre Refuge with 5 habitats. Cusano EE Center has hands-on exhibits and a gift shop. Center also features GREEN construction with low impact on the environment.

Utah State University

1 (800) 922-4693

Materials Available The Comprehensive Water Education Book Grades K-6 63 water-related lessons with more than 30 projects based on first hand learning experiences.

106 Audubon Society

wildlife and their habitats by promoting personal appreciation and stewardship of the local natural emr1ronment Ulr,ou;;~n education and active participation.

107 The Watershed Program - Radnor Middle School

Paula Wynn 131 South Wayne Ave. Wayne, P A 19087 (61 0) 386-6300 Fax#: (610) 688-2491 E-mail: [email protected]

Materials AvailabJe Watershed A Successful Usage into Integrative Learning $20 The Watershed Wheel Learning Activities Book $20 Both are available through the National Middle School Association, call (800) 528-NMSA.

Wells Mills County Park

German Georgieff Senior Park Naturalist 905 Wells Mills Road Waretown, NJ 08758 (609) 971-3085 Fax#: (609) 971-9540 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To promote environmental education and recreation with focus on the New Pine Barrens.

Programs Offered Nature walks Hikes Slideshows Visiting naturalist program (Ocean County schools only) Career Day presentations Canoe and kayak instructions

No charge for programs.

108 Mission understanding of the vital role wetlands and coastal ecosystems play in the survival of life on

Education for Teachers) Curriculum Guides Curriculum Guides ($15) '"''i'"'"''" .... for New Jersey teachers.

Grades PreK-2 1 Hour $3/student of special creatures. Students will discover the world of fiddler crabs and killifish as

Grades 3-4 1Y2 Hours $3 .50/student

Grades 3-4 1Y2 Hours $3.50/student as.anx:,naoac:K te:rrapm cross the road? Examine the life history of this turtle; why they become so active the rest of the year.

$4/student

11 1 "'''"" "'n an un1:1erstand:mg of its connection with the coastal

2 Hours $4/student in Delaware area with emphasis on the relationship program can be followed up by a visit to the Bay during Spring migration.

2 Hours $4/student marsh.

Grades 2 Hours $4/student Travel from the Institute to Stone Harbor Point to observe and examine beach and tidal pool plant and animal life. Sampling nets can be used. Scheduled low tide.

If your class has special needs, please call to see if your interests can be accommodated.

109 Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC)- Corporate Lands for Learning (CLL)

Kim Lamphier, Outreach Program Manager 1010 Wayne Avenue, Suite 920 Silver Spring, MD 20901 (301) 588-8994 Fax#: (301) 588-4629 E-mail: klamphier@ wildlifehc.org Web site: www.wildlifehc.org

Organization Description WHC works to increase the amount of quality wildlife habitat on corporate, private and public lands. CLL works with the corporate sites to develop partnerships between the employees and local schools using the site as an environmental education center.

Materials Available WHC recently developed a series of lesson plans at http://www. wildlifehc.org/managementtoolslbackyard-lessonplans.cfm Backyard Conservation booklets (shipping costs charged for more than one) Backyard Conservation kits $13 CLL Guidebook $40 Instructs corporations and educators how to develop a successful CLL Partnership.

Programs Offered Many of our sites offer programs for school. Generally there is no charge. Call (301) 588-8994 to determine if there is a site in your area.

Wissahickon Environmental Center

Marie Tramontina, Environmental Educator Tree House Northwestern Avenue Philadelphia, P A 19118 (215) 685-9285 Fax #: (215) 685-9268

Mission To utilize the unique resources of Fairmount Park to promote environmental understanding, appreciation, and stewardship. From neighborhood to region to world, our actions impact our environment and our environment impacts our quality of life.

Materials Available Events calendar Trail maps Nature Center Notes and Newsletter Friends of the Wissahickon Newsletter

Programs Offered Wissahickon Wildlife $3.50/student 1.5 hours All Seasons Hike the trails of Andorra in search of critters large and small and the adaptations that enable them to survive here. Play nature games to learn about habitat, camouflage skills and basic observation.

Critter Safari $3.50/student 1.5 hours For younger adventurers In warmer months, discover a multitude of critters and their adaptations. Look under logs for bugs, slugs and other crea­ tures. Play a game and maybe make something to take home.

Other programming includes: Lenape, honeybees, apple cidering, maple sugaring, outreach programs, summer camps, service learning opportunities, restoration projects, special events and public programs including bird and plant walks, campfires, etc.

110 Wissahickon \~alley Watershed Association (WVWA)

Judith Gratz Director of Em Irl'llmcntal Education 12 Morri" Rc)ciJ Ambler. P.-\ JL)()(l2 (215) A-+A-~~6A Fax #: ( 2 15 l A54-7 -+XY E-mail: \\\\\[email protected]

Organization Description The WVW A i~ a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect open space in the Wissahickon Valley, to enhance water quality in the Creek, and to provide environmental education for all ages.

Materials Available Booklet listing macroinvertebrates found in the Wissahickon Creek, developed by WVW A includes drawings of each organism and information about their lives, food, predators, respiration, etc.

Programs Offered Creek Study $3/student Students will meet some of the plants and animals that live in the Wissahickon Creek, and the food chains and food webs they form. Older students will do physical and chemical tests to get a more complete picture of the Creek. Participants will learn what a watershed is, how wetlands affect our lives, and how each of us can protect our water resources.

Many other programs are available along with the Creek Studies, which is designed for all ages. Some can be quite comprehensive. Also offered are monthly creek studies for elementary, middle and high school students.

I I 1 /(_\ ou rhink your organization has materials or programs that would be helpful to edtu ·u u ,,., and ~vould like to be in the next edition of this guide, please fill out the (jltC.\lionnaire helow and mail it along with any examples of materials to:

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, 400 West 9th Street, Suite 100 Wilmington, DE 19801

Delaware Estuary Water Education Resource Guide Questionnaire (If needed, please use the backside of this page for any additional information.)

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113 Delaware Estuary Teacher Education Institute

Each year, the Delaware Estuary Teacher Education Institute provides 30 teachers from Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania with the opportunity to explore and experience the geographic, scientific, economic, cultural, and historic resources of the Estuary.

The week-long residential summer program held in July, includes a mixture of classroom and field experiences. These experiences provide the participants with a greater understanding of the wide variety of resource use issues within the estuary and the interconnections between human actions and tuary ecosystems. During the week, teachers·gain information, references, methods, and activities directly applicable for classroom use.

Upon completion of the institute, participants become part of regional network of educators who motivate and support each other to provide knowledgeable and creative Estuary education.

Benefits of Participating

• Professional instruction in content and themes of Estuary education. • Timely and teacher-tested educational materials from private and public agencies and educational in- stitutions. • Training in preparation of effective Estuary lessons and experience in classroom delivery. • Exciting field trips in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. • Complimentary accommodations and meals. • A stipend upon successful completion of the Institute's requirements. • Teacher Inservice hours/credits depending on State.

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115 For more information about water and what you can do to help keep it clean, or how you can reach your local watershed group, please contact the following organizations:

Philadelphia Water Department Public Education Unit II 0 I Market Street, 3rd Floor Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 191 07 215-685-6300

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Inc. 400 West 9th Street, Suite I 00 Wilmington, Delaware 1980 I 1-800-445-4935 DELAWARE e-mail: [email protected] ESTUARY•;• www.DelawareEstuary.org

Also, check out these exciting websites for more water wisdom:

Academy of Natural Sciences Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissio n www.acnatsci.org www.state.pa.us/fish

Center for Watershed Protection Delaware Riverkeeper Network www.cwp.org www.delawareriverkeeper.org

Delaware Estuary Program Stroud Water Research Center www.delep.org www.stroudcenter.org

Pennsylvania Department of United States Environmental Protectior Conservation and Natural Resources Agency Office ofWater www.dcnr.state.pa.us/ www.epa.gov/ow/

Pennsylvania Department of United States Fish and Wildlife Service Environmental Protection www.fws.gov/ www.dep.state.pa.us/

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