Farmland Makes up the Largest Percentage of Open Space in the Region

EARTH DAY 2001 WILMINGTON STORM DRAIN MARKING PROJECT

TEAM CAPTAIN HANDBOOK

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

What's the Delaware Estuary? The Delaware Estuary is the 133-mile section of the Delaware River from the falls at Trenton, NJ to the mouth of the Delaware Bay between Cape May, NJ and Cape Henlopen, DE. It is the tidal portion of the Delaware River, including the bay and all tidal tributaries that empty into the river.

The Delaware Estuary encompasses twenty-two counties within Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. A majority of the Delaware Estuary's 5 million people live in one of the regions three largest cities, including Wilmington. This highly commercialized area is also a vital ecosystem. The Estuary is home to over 130 species of finfish as well as clams, oysters, and crabs. The second largest concentration of migrating shorebirds in the western hemisphere can also be found in the Delaware Estuary, along with habitat for 15 different species of waterfowl, totaling half a million individuals, who either migrate through or spend the winter here. Also found in the Delaware Estuary is the largest population of spawning horseshoe crabs in the world.

Why should you mark storm drains? Rain and melting snow pick up all kinds of pollutants as they wash over our gardens, lawns, sidewalks, driveways, and streets. Most of this stormwater flows into storm drains (also called sewer inlets) in the street, many of which empty directly into local creeks that eventually make their way to the Delaware River. Polluted stormwater harms these waterways - which we rely on for drinking water and recreation. You can help make our waterways safer for drinking, fishng and swimming by keeping pollutants and trash out of the storm drains.

Stormwater runoff pollution, also known as non-point source pollution, has become the biggest obstacle to improving water quality in the Delaware River. With most of the point sources of water pollution under control through regulations in the Clean Water Act, we now have to focus on educating people so that they will change their attitudes and behaviors. The Earth Day 200 1 Wilmington Storm Drain Marking Program is an important step in making people aware of the stormwater runoff pollution problem. Marking Supplies

Supplies provided bv the Partnership:

Storm Drain Markers (1 5 per team) Adhesive (1 tube per 15 markers) Safety Vests (3 per team) Tip Cards (200 per team) Hand Cleaner (1 container per team) Letter of Permission fiom the City of Wilmington (1 per team)

Supplies that Volunteers Need to Bring:

Brooms or wire brushes Dustpans Trash bags (for collecting trash blocking inlets) Before Storm Drain Marking:

1. Choose a date or dates, and location for your storm drain marking project.

2. Prepare and send out a press release to local media. Try to target reporters who have done articles on similar topics. Make it as easy as possible for the reporter by including specific times and locations. (See attached sample release.)

3. Familiarize yourself with the area where you will be marking the storm drains and passing out the educational tip cards.

Day of Storm Drain Marking:

1. Make sure your team(s) has ample supplies.

2. Make sure all volunteers sign the sign-uplrelease form, provided in this booklet.

3. Give volunteers a short lesson on how to properly apply the markers. The volunteers should also be informed on what to do if they find opposition, while they are marking the storm drains. If someone opposes a medallion being put down at a particular storm drain, first try to explain the purpose of the project and show him or her, the letter of permission from the City of Wilmington. If the individual still objects, just move on to another storm drain.

4. Send teams out to different areas, making sure that each team is clear on what areas they are marking and where to place the marker on the street.

5. Take plenty of photographs. We would appreciate you sending us any duplicates to: Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, 1009 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809. Earth Day 2001 Wilmington Storm Drain Marking Project

Sign UpIRelease Form

Name:

Organization (if any):

Street Address:

Phone # :

I understand that storm drain marking may be a potentially hazardous activity, which involves work conducted in roadways. I assume all risks associated with participation in the storm drain marking event and hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators waive and release the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Inc., City of Wilrnington, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and all other sponsors, their officers and employees from all claims, liability, risk of loss, and damages of any kind that may result from my participation in the Delaware Estuary Storm Drain Marking Program.

Signatures: 1. Date How to Mark the Storm Drain: 1. You need to apply the marker on dry days only. The pavenient must be dry in order for the medallion to properly adhere. Also the temperature must be at lease 40" F. 2. Use a wire brush or broom to clear away any loose debris fiom the spot where the medallion will be placed. Put any debris in garbage bags and dispose of it properly. If there are any recyclables, please recycle them. 3. Designate a "safety" person to look out for oncoming vehicles. 4. Apply a light even coat of the adhesive to the back of the marker in a circle a half an inch away fiom the edge and also place a dot of adhesive in the middle. See the example marker with adhesive on the following page. When placing the marking on the ground, push down on the marker forcing the adhesive out from the edge of the marker. It is important that the entire perimeter of the marker is sealed to the surface. 5. While some people fiom your team are marking the storrn drains, others may distribute the educational tip cards to the houses and businesses in the vicinity of the marked storm drains.

Afer Storm Drain Marking has been Completed: 1. Collect final report(s) fiom team(s) and fax to the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at (302) 793- 1666. 2. If you are not planning on using them, please gather any unused supplies and return them to the Partnershp for the Delaware Estuary 1009 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809. 3. Write and send out a press release including total # of drains marked, # of volunteers, # of houses informed through educational materials, and photographs to local media. (See enclosed example.) Example of MedallionIStorm Drain Marker

Front Side

Back Side With Adhesive LOUIS L. REDDING - CITY/COUNTY BUILDING BOO FRENCH STREET WILMINGTON. DELAWARE James M. Baker 19801 - 3537 Mayor

February 13,2001

Ms. Kathy Klein Executive Director Partnership for the Delaware Estuary 1009 Philadelphia Pike Wilmington, Delaware 19809

Dear Ms. Klein:

The Department is pleased to partner with you in a storm drain marking project in the City of Wilmington.

The stenciling effort will take place through the months of April, May and June 2001. It is intended to make Wilmington residents aware that the improper disposal of trash, litter, motor oil and leaves into storm drains can end up polluting area waterways (the Brandywine, Christina and Delaware Rivers) during rain storms.

Volunteers participating in this project should coordinate with Sid Sharrna, Environmental Compliance Manager. He may be reached at (309) 573-5776. Your contact person for the project is Lisa Wood (302-793-1701). I look forward to working with you on this project in celebration of the 3 lStEarth Day event on April 22,2001.

Sincerely,

Kash Srinivasan Commissioner Department of Public Works

cc: William S. Montgomery, Administrative Assistant to the Mayor John Rago, Communications Director Sid Sharma, Environmental Compliance Manager Memtt E. Tappan, Operations Director Example of Educational Tipcard

p A Does This Minimize the use of toxic substances FISH such as mothballs, drain and oven cleaners, insect Look Familiar?, sprays and many other products. Substitute with products that use natural ingredients whenever possible.

Put dog wastes in the toilet or trash He should. His image is can, not in the street or down a storm drain. appearing on storm drains in Dog waste introduces disease-causing bacteria into our water supply.

Keep litter off the street Put trash in by pollution from our streets, sidewalks, trash cans and clean up herso it doesn't wash parks, and yards. Rain and melting snow collects into storm drains and end up in our streams and pollutants from these surfaces and washes them into storm rivers. drains. Many storm drains empty directly into our local waterways, which are part of the Delaware Estuary. These simple actions can help improve the quality of our You can help protect his home and your drinking streams and rivers, benefiting both human and animal life. water supply by taking the following actions: WORDS TO KNOW: Service your car regularly to prevent Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) - the maximun amount oils and other fluids from leaking onto the pave- of a pollutant that a body of water can receive and still meet water ment so they don't wash into the storm drains. quality standards. Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) -When Wilmington's infra- Recycle motor oil and antifreeze at local service structure was originally constructed. sewer systems were built to stations. collect both sewage and storm water runoff in the same pipe. During periods of significant rainfall the waste water treatment Choose water-based paints and wash plant is unable to handle this volume, thus discharging the excess brushes in your sink with water. Reuse and recy- ' untreated water directly into nearby creeks and rivers. cle paint thinner, which is a hazardous material. Call 1-800-445-4935 to receive a free video on " Do not pour it down your drain or into a storm drain. stormwater pollution.

Bag or compost leaves and other yard waste. Don't allow leaves to collect in the street. Clean Water Begins and Ends With You!

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DATE: Month Day, 2001 CONTACT: Name Phone Number E-mail Address

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(Your Nei~hborhoodor Communitv Orpanization) is Participating in the "No Dumping, Drains to River" Storm Drain Marking Project

To help celebrate the 3 lS' Anniversary of Earth Day, the (your neighborhood or community organization) will be marking more than (number) storm drains on (day, April date), in the (your nei&borhood or section) of (todcity). The storm drains along (list streets) will be marked with the message "No Dumping, Drains to River."

Volunteers fi-om (your neihborhood or cornmunitv organization) will also be distributing tip cards throughout the community that explain what the storm drain markers mean and describe how everyone can help to keep our rivers clean by rethinking some of our day-to-day actions.

Approximately 250 volunteers will be participating in this Earth Day service project by marking more than 1,000 storm drains beginning on April 21St. The project has been organized by the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, and has been made possible with support from the

City of Wilmington, and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental

Control.

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According to Kathy Klein, Executive Director of the Partnership for the Delaware

Estuary, "One of the greatest threats to the quality of our region's waterways is from stormwater runoff pollution. Rainwater that canies litter, lawn fertilizer, car oil, and dog waste off of the land and into storm drains, or into the region's rivers and streams is stormwater runoff pollution.

These rivers and streams are, for many people, a source of drinking water."

(Provide a one-sentence description of vour organization here, and include the name of a contact person and vhone number.) For more information about the Earth Day 2001 Storm Drain

Marking Project, please call the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at 1-800-445-4935 or by

E-mail at [email protected]. Earth Day 2001 Wilmington Storm Drain Marking Project Final Report

Group Leader:

Organization (if any):

Address:

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General Area Marked:

Estimated # of Storrn Drains Marked:

# of Volunteers that Participated:

Time Spent by Volunteers:

Total Volunteer Hours (# of volunteers x time spent)

Please complete and return to: Partnership for the Delaware Estuary 1009 Philadelphia Pike Wilmington, DE 19809

Or fax to (302) 793-1666 Words to Know:

Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) - the maximum amount of a pollutant that a body of water can receive and still meet water quality standards.

Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) - When Wilmington's infrastructure was originally constructed, sewer systems were built to collect both sewage and storm water runoff in the same pipe. During periods of significant rainfall the waste water treatment plant is unable to handle this volume, thus discharging the excess untreated water directly into nearby creeks and rivers.

Automobile Tips

Service your car regularly to prevent gasoline, oil, brake and transmission fluids, and anti-freeze from leaking onto the pavement and being washed into our streams.

Always recycle your used motor oil and antifreeze. Every year in the U.S., illegal dumping and accidental spillage of motor oil by do-it-yourselfers totals more than 10 times the amount of oil spilled by the Exxon Valdez!

Move your car for scheduled street sweepings to allow your municipality to remove debris before it washes down the storm drains. .

Exercise caution in your use of cleaners for your vehicle's upholstery, tires, body and engine, and use biodegradable cleaners whenever possible.

Cleanup any spills of fluids or cleaners immediately, using absorbent materials such as kitty litter or towels. Do not dilute spills with water. Everyday Tipsfor How You Can Help Reduce Stormwater Runoff Pollution:

Choose water-based paints and wash your brushes in the sink with water. (Water from your house goes to a water pollution control plant before going back into the Delaware River.)

Reuse and recycle paint thinner. Don't pour it down the sink or storm drain. Take used paint thinner to your local household hazardous waste disposal center or put out at the curb on designated household hazardous waste collection days in your community.

Minimize the use of toxic substances. These include mothballs, drain and oven cleaners, and many other products. Substitute with products that include natural ingredients whenever possible.

Place dog waste in the toilet or trash can, not in the street or down the storm drain. Dog waste introduces disease-causing bacteria into our water supply.

Keep litter off of the street. This includes cigarette butts, coffee cups, fast food wrappers and other trash. Put waste in receptacles and clean up street litter so it doesn't get washed or blown into the storm drains.

Use your own shopping bag or reuse plastic bags! When you shop bring your own shopping bag with you so it will not be necessary for you to use disposable plastic bags. Reuse any plastic bags that you collect as lunch bags or shopping bags (carry one in your briefcase, backpack.or handbag, so you'll be sure to have it available to reuse when you shop).

Use your own coffee mug when you buy coffee, which you can wash and use again. Ths will cut down on trash sent to landfills, and will ensure that your cup won't wind up as litter in the storm sewer system.

When you purchase products such as soda, juice, and milk in glass, aluminum, or plastic containers, recycle the containers when they are empty. Gardening Tips

Use toxic chemicals on your lawn and garden only when necessary. These include fertilizers used to make grass and flowers grow, and herbicides, used to kill weeds such as crabgrass. If you must use chemicals, follow the directions carefully.

Use alternative, non-chemical techniques - and save some money in the process! Use natural organic fertilizer, which release nutrients more slowly than chemical fertilizers, and avoid applying fertilizer before heavy rainfalls.

Expand your garden, and reduce the size of your manicured lawn. (Maintaining a garden requires less use of fertilizers than maintaining a lawn.)

Use native plants and grasses that are well suited to our region's climate and soils. Native plants usually require less maintenance and irrigation and less fertilizer. They are also more resistant to local pests, so 'they require fewer chemical pesticides. The result is that the water that runs off your lawn and garden into storm drains will cany fewer pollutants.

Mulch and plant densely to decrease the need for water, to reduce erosion, and to discourage weeds.

Compost leaves and grass clippings. This will provide you with rich compost next year that can be used to enhance your garden's soil.

If you don't compost, carefully bag your leaves and grass clippings. Leaves and grass clippings that are placed in the street unbagged will clog storm drains.

Set your mower's height at 3 inches - taller grass chokes out weeds.

Water you lawn thoroughly, but infrequently, to encourage deep root systems.

If you want to learn more about water and what you can do to help keep it clean, or how you can contact your local watershed group, please contact the following organizations:

Delaware DNREC Partnership for the Delaware Estuary Division of Water Resources 1009 Philadelphia Pike 89 Kings Highway Wilmington, DE 19809 Dover, DE 19901 1-800-445-4935 302-739-4403 e-mail : [email protected] www.dnrec.state.de.us www.DelawareEstuary.org

Also, check out these exciting web sites for more water wisdom:

Brandywine ValleyJRed Clay Creek W.A. Stroud Water Research Center www.bva-rcva.org www.stroudcenter.org

Center for Watershed Protection University of Delaware www.cwp.org Graduate College of Marine Studies www.ocean.udel.edu/ City of Wilmington www.ci.wilmington.de.us U.S. EPA Office of Water www.epa.gov/ow/ Delaware Estuary Program www.delep.org U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service www. fws.gov/ Delaware Riverkeeper Network www.delawareriverkeeper.org White Clay watershed Association www .ccil.org/-wcwa Delaware River Basin Commission www .state.nj .us/drbc/

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INTERIM STABILIZATION MEASURES TAKING PLACE AT DUPONT'S CHAMBERS WORKS FACl LlTY

In December 2001, the DuPont E.I. de Nemours & Company, Inc. ("DuPont") completed implementing remedial investigations and measures at their Chambers Works facility in Deepwater, New Jersey pursuant to a permit issued by the United States Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") Region II and by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection ("NJ DEP). As part of their ongoing efforts, DuPont implemented an Interim Stabilization Measure ("ISM) for two Solid Waste Management Units ("SWMU). ISMS expedite the remediation process and they are utilized for units where the level of contamination is so severe that, if no immediate action is taken the migration of the contamination would have severe adverse impacts on the environment. A typical remedial action process involves an investigation, feasibility studies, and remedial measure design and implementation, all of which may take years to complete. One SWMU site was a former disposal area and the other was a former unified outfall basin. Both are located on or near the Delaware River. EPA and NJDEP jointly oversaw the implementation of the ISM pursuant to the permits.

The major components of the ISM consisted of constructing a permanent sheet pile bulkhead, dredging an area known as the "historical ditch outfall area:' backfilling behind the bulkhead to create a new vegetated uplands area, and capping the basin. The contaminated soil reaches out a few hundred feet into the Delaware River. In order to remove contamination under the river water, the sheet pile bulkhead formed the outer bound of the area of soil removal. The water was pumped out and contaminated soils excavated. After excavation, clean fill was brought in and converted into upland. The installation of the sheet pile bulkhead and placement of fill behind the bulkhead resulted in the loss of approximately 1.5 acres of unvegetated intertidal area along the Delaware River shoreline; and the capping of the basin resulted in the loss of approximately one acre of open water and 0.07 acre of freshwater wetlands.

To make up for the loss of intertidal aquatic habitat and open waterlfreshwater wetlands habitat, DuPont performed compen- satory mitigation at two locations within the Chambers Works property, referred as the Helms Cove Beach Intertidal Habitat Mitigation and the Henby Creek Wetland Mitigation. The Helms Cove Beach Intertidal Habitat Mitigation consists of the creation of approximately 1.5 acres of shallow vegetated intertidal wetlands and the Henby Creek Wetland Mitigation consists of the creation of approximately 2.0 acres of emergent freshwater wetlands adjacent to Henby Creek.

For more information about this remediation project, please contact Andy Park at Park.AndvQepa. aov.

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- So what does a 1 10-pound flathead catfish eat? E What the flathead is feeding upon in the Delaware Valley is indeed a riddle, the punch line to which seems to be any fish it wants. Studies from other areas suggest flatheads are active hunters that prey on a wide variety of fish averaging five inches in length. At night, they sometimes feed in riffle water so shallow their dorsal fins are exposed. When the flathead was introduced water of into the New River valley in Virginia, researchers estimated that the catfish removed 20 to 35 percent of the black bass fish- and sunfish in Byllesby Reservoir. A study of flatheads fished ~h~ from six Oklahoma reservoirs found that gizzard shad formed was 50 to 90 percent of the catfish diet. Flatheads introduced in the Altamaha River, in Georgia, eliminated bullheads and uylkill caused an 80 percent reduction in redbreasted sunfish. ,shway Carp, drum, white crappie, and channel catfish have also llected in been found in flathead stomachs. m 28 inches With such a big appetite, the question on a lot of people's minds is how this introduced s~eciesmay im~actnative yughtso Delaware River fish. Exotic fis'h have the potential to deplete Batfish in native fish populations directly by eating them or indirectly by @irsfor more out competing with them for a limited food or habitat resource. ,aut a flathead The American Fisheries Society found that exotic species tniaqer from the contributed to 27 out of 40 North American freshwater fish extinctions in the past century. Scientists with The Nature for Conservancy believe that non-native species are presently lphia limiting the recovery of more than a third of imperiled North American fish. More study is needed to see if these exotic flatheads are depleting native populations of fish, such as -d&strumer. sunfish, American shad, eels or striped bass. < -$g*p* =&&$atroduced to If you catch a flathead, Pennsylvania Sea Grant and the g$ccidentally Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission would like your help $ve been in slowing their reproduction and spread; fishermen are asked *%$,tive range not to catch and release these catfish to eastern Pennsylvania alachian waterways. Anglers are also reminded that any fish caught and Ohio from the lower portion of the Schuylkill River, including flat- ideal con- heads, should not be eaten. Preliminary tissue tests indicate by anglers that the level of toxins in the flatheads from the lower Schuylkill sremely fun make them unhealthy to eat. cointry ells for six For more information, please contact Ann Faulds,Urban Coastal Environmental Agent for Pennsylvania Sea Grant at (215) 471-2216 or afauldsQPSU.edu. &r catfish by L&> Flatheads and skills acquired to engage their students and other teachers in the school district. Other requirements include a letter from their principal regarding their professional and personal characteristics which make the applicant a superior candidate for acceptance into the lnstitute and a statement of support for their efforts to integrate Estuary education in their classroom and school.

For more information about the 6thAnnual Delaware Estuary Teacher Education Institute or to receive an application, please contact the Partnership at 1-800-445-4935 or e-mail lwool @delawareestuary.orq.

HEY KIDS! SHOW US HOW "CLEAN WATER BEGINS AND ENDS WITH YOU!" To celebrate the 32nd Anniversary of Earth Day, the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has teamed up again with the Philadelphia Water Department to sponsor the "Clean Water Begins and Ends with You" Drawing Contest. The contest is open to all Philadelphia public, private, and parochial school students grades K-12. We are looking for illustrations that convey how the residents of the Delaware Estuary can help to reduce stormwater runoff pollution. The contest provides a great opportunity for students to be a part of protecting the Delaware Estuary. All winning drawings will be made into a 15-month calendar to be distributed throughout the tri-state region. The entries must be received by February 15, 2002.

To receive the necessary background information, please call the PartnershN at 1Sa04454935.

Adwork created in 2001 by Clillbrd Fair 11, Noaheast High School, Grade 10.

KIDS FOR A GREENER DELAWARE

For collecting 32,984 pounds of recyclable materials from January through May 2001, students at Dover's Towne Point Elementary School won first prize and $3,000 cash in the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control's "Kids for a Greener Delaware" contest. The PTA is planning to put the money toward replacing the schools older playground equipment and is investigating purchasing playground equipment made of recyclable materials. Eight schools participated in the contest, which was designed to educate

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ship for the Delaware Estuary, Inc., under an assistance agreement (CE-993985-04-0) with the U.S. ntal ProtectionAgency (EPA). The purpose of this newsletter is to provide an open, informative dialogue elated to the Delaware Estuary Program. The viewpoints expressed here do not necessarily represent the

mendation for use. For information about the Delaware Estuary Program, call 1-800-445-4935. HAT IS THE DELAWARE ESTUARY PROGRAM? he Delaware Estuary Program (DELEP) is a partnership of governmental gencies, nonprofits, the private sector, and citizens working together to

of 28 national estuary programs around the nation. The estuary n extends from Trenton, New Jersey to the mouth of the Delaware Bay. learn more about DELEP activities, visit www.delep.org. HO IS THE PARTNERSHIP?

regional resource through public outreach and education. It also serves e education, outreach, and fundraising arm for the Delaware Estuary ram. To find out how you can become one of our partners, call the artnership at 1-800-445-4935or visit our website at www.DelawareEstuary.org.

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The brochure includes the history of DELEP, the definition of an Estuary, the importance of the Delaware Estuary, a description of the Program, and the Program partners. The folder will be used to package Estuary information and includes a listing of the web sites for all of our Program partners. These outreach materials will be used to promote the Program to not only the general public, but to potential funders, elected officials, and head of tide; and in tributaries to the Delaware River. This will community leaders. be done during wet and dry weather for the analysis of particu- lates and dissolved PCBs, solids, and organic carbon. The On June 25th and 26th the Partnership for the Delaware members of the TAC are reviewing the final draft of the Delaware Estuary and DELEP hosted an Education and Outreach Estuary Tributary Sampling Plan. Workshop for the National Estuary Programs (NEPs). During the first day, the fourteen NEPs who attended were provided with the opportunity to present their most successful programs re have been mapping the and to share their lessons learned. On the second day, a Delaware River Basin facilitated brainstorming session was held in which all the attendees discussed potential opportunities for collaboration on regional and/or national initiatives. This workshop has led to a national effort to develop an outreach campaign focused on the theme of estuaries as nurseries for future generations.

During the next couple of months, the PPIT will be developing five fact sheets. The fact sheets will address the following topics: Water Conservation, Horseshoe Crabs & Shorebirds, Nonpoint Source (NPS) Pollution, Conservation Landscaping and Household Hazardous Wastes (HHW). To put your name on a list to receive the fact sheets, please call 1-800-445-4935.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMllTEE ([MAC)

The IMAC met on September 19,2001 to discuss a proposed scope of work for hosting data from the basin states using an Internet Map Server. Possible funding sources are being investigated. The Committee has identified data layers, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION including layers specific to the Delaware Estuary. A computer IMPLEMENTATION TEAM (PPIT) friendly interface will be developed for the user to view geographic information based on responses to specific questions. r about the Much of the information is already available, and if funded, the ribution. prototype would be ready by early spring 2002.

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FALL 2001 PAGE 3 cAgriculture in the Delaware Estuary

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TREND

Between 1982 and 1992, the Delaware Estuary region lost 13.3% or 287,429 acres of agricultural land. Current development patterns have consumed vast amounts of cropland, woodland, pasture- land and rangeland, and continues to threaten the Estuary's rural landscape.

IMPORTANCE Farmland in our region includes some of the most productive land in the country. Additionally, the agricultural heritage and rural character of the Estuary are essential elements of the region's image, quality of life and economic stability.

Agriculture contributes to local economies through sales, job creation, support services and businesses, and also by supplying secondary markets such as food processing. The proximity of local farms to major population centers reduces shipping costs and offers fresher products for public consumption. Additionally, distinctive agricultural landscapes may attract tourism.

PAGE 4 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 Farmland makes up the largest percentage of open space in the region. Farms offer habitat for wildlife, and if managed properly, can protect soil and water resources and help to prevent flooding. Farmland also absorbs and filters wastewater and provides groundwater recharge

Farmland provides a rural lifestyle and plays an important role in contributing to a sense of place. Farmland maintains scenic, cultural and historic landscapes. It offers beautiful views and managed open space, which can provide opportunities for hunting, horseback riding, fishing and other recreational activities. Farms create an identifiable and unique rural community character and add to our quality of life.

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FALL 2001 PAGE 5 American Shad

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TREND While the numbers of shad have shown some improvement since 1975, they are well below their pre-1900 abundance. The 1999 adult data collected, indicating a steep decline, may be cause for further assessment of the actual recovery of this resource. However, the preliminary assessment of the adult spring 2000 data (only for the month of April) shows a return of 350,000 shad, similar to the level reached in 1998.

American shad is an anadromous species, meaning that it hatches in fresh water, migrates to the ocean, where it spends much of its growing years, and returns to fresh water to spawn. Shad migrate to the ocean in the fall where they live for 3 to 6 years before returning to their natal river to spawn in the spring.

PAGE 6 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 The abundance of American shad in the Delaware Estuary is One theory is that, with water legendary. At one time, the Delaware River supported the largest quality improving, spawning is American shad fishery along the Atlantic Coast. During the early able to occur in the lower 1900s the population of shad began to sharply decline. This reaches of the river, resulting in decline was attributed primarily to water quality degradation, but fewer shad in the upper reaches other causes included over fishing, habitat destruction, damming of tributaries, entrainment and impingement at intakes, and dredge and fill activities. are numerous As the result of significant water quality improvements, the number of adult shad returning over the past two decades has shown gradual improvement. There remains significant fluctuation in the indicators of abundance for adults and juveniles.

With the improvement in numbers in the 1 9801s, shad fishing had been restored as the most popular springtime fishery on the Delaware River. Shad and its roe are also caught and marketed commercially, with the annual harvest amounting to $30,000 to $1 50,000 (dockside value) from 1980-89 (Sutton et al., 1996).

The environmental effects on shad that resulted in the population crash around 1900 must be viewed in the context of natural pected. However, the environmental stresses. The effects of these factors are beyond our ot show a good correla- control; thus the need to reduce the loss of shad due to human een adult and juvenile activities in the Estuary is critical. This reduced loss would include es. The relationship ensuring availability of habitat for spawning by providing for fish between adult numbers and passage in tributaries that have been dammed, maintaining water quality suitable for spawning in the river system, and implementing resource management efforts to prevent over fishing. The stresses experienced by shad are also important because they are shared by other anadromous and semi-anadromous species such as herring, striped bass, and sturgeon.

Recreational fishing is an important pastime and part of our heritage. Shad fishing was especially important to the Lenni Lenape Indians as well as to colonial Americans.

To respond to the decline of the fishery compared to its historic levels, '74 Management Plan for the American Shad in the Delaware Delaware Estuary lnd~catorswere developed by the Delaware Estuary Program River Basin" was prepared for the Delaware Basin Fish and Wildlife w~thfund~ng support from the U S Env~ronmentalProtect~on Agency. Management Cooperative in 1982. This plan is currently being reassessed by the Cooperative.

FALL 2001 PAGE 7 Developed Land vs. Population

While population growth within the Delaware Estuary has remained relatively slow, residential development has drastically increased. Between 1970 and 1990, the Estuary region witnessed a population increase of 1.2%. Population forecasts for the region predict a modest growth of 10.9% from 1990 to 2020. During this same time period, however, developed land within the Estuary increased by 19.6%. Forecasts for developed land predict a substantial increase of 36% or almost 275,000 acres between 1990 and 2020.

.IMPORTANCE As the Delaware Estuary looks towards 2020, it is the distribution of jobs and people together with the location of new development that will determine the impacts on the environment and water quality. Development patterns could transform many rural communities into low-density suburbs comprised of single-family detached residential developments, office parks and corporate centers. The Estuary's

PAGE 8 VOLUME 12 /ISSUE 1 species, habitats and ecosystems are under considerable stress from development pressures and are becoming less resilient.

Sprawl causes the dispersal of land uses rather than encouraging reduce detrimental impacts such investment within existing communities and appropriate growth as non-point source pollutio areas. Sprawl contributes to the inefficient movement of people and stormwater runoff and loss goods and causes traffic congestion resulting from the increased wetlands. number of single-occupancy vehicles. Sprawl adds a great deal to infrastructure costs such as roads, schools, sewer and other utilities, which leads to higher taxes. Sprawl may over-concentrate both tax exempt properties and regional financial obligations in urban areas.

In terms of eco-tourism, there is an economic loss associated with sprawl. Sprawl can result in decreased fish and wildlife abundance due to degradation of water quality and loss of natural habitat. This decreased abundance of wildlife can result in lost revenue from fishing and hunting licenses, and eco-tourism dollars.

Maintaining the current pace and type of development in the Delaware Estuary into the future will cause dramatic changes in the landscape. Over the past twenty years, the Estuary has witnessed a significant loss of open space and farmland as new development has pushed further into the suburban and rural fringe. Urban areas have seen little or no growth, and in some cases significant population losses. Urban areas and older suburbs are generally fully developed, and have tended to lose population recently. As land is transformed from natural cover to impervious surfaces, increased loadings of pollutant-laden stormwater and reduced absorption and filtration occur. Subsequently, stream hydrology is affected, as more water flows into streams during storm events and less water is available for groundwater recharge and maintenance of stream base flows. Moreover, inefficient land management frag- ments natural habitat, creating small, less ecologically valuable parcels.

The challenge facing residents of the Delaware Estuary is to change the way in which our communities are created. New development must be sensitive to the critical .natural resources of the Estuary in addition to improving the linkage between land use and

Delowore Estuory Ind~colorswere devel- transportation. Inefficient land uses tend to concentrate poverty and oped by the Delowore Estuory Program accelerate the socio-economic decline of cities, towns and older wlth fundlng support from the U S Envlronmentol Protection Agency suburbs. Sprawl may diminish the quality of life by creating a lack of affordable suburban housing where job growth is greatest.

FALL 2001 PAGE 9 Water Use Efficiency:

PAGE 10 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 supply 9.97 million people. New York City alone derives approximately 50 percent of its water from the Basin.

There are many factors which influence water usage, including population; types of industries; income levels; the cost of water; and climate. The volume of potable water withdrawn from the Delaware River Basin ranged from approximately 688,000 million gallons in 1990 to 637,000 million gallons in 1996. This represents an average decrease of 6 percent over the seven-year period. During this same period of time, however, the population served has gradually increased by approximately one percent.

Decreasing potable water use during this period of increasing population is a positive indication that water resources are being managed more effectively. One of the goals of water resource management is efficient water use, and one of the ways to facilitate this is through water conservation. Effective water conservation practices include repair of leaking public water distribution systems and the use of water saving plumbing fixtures such as low flush toilets and restricted flow shower heads. Another goal of water resource management is insuring that there is sufficient supply to meet demand.

EECONOMIC

Water conservation can reduce or delay the need for developing new water supply systems or enlarging existing systems. These systems consist of costly infrastructure including drinking water and sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, and distribution systems. Efficient water use can lead to savings in capital and operating costs by reducing the volume of water which must be processed through distribution and wastewater treatment systems.

E ENVIRONMENTAL Water conservation can have a stabilizing effect on the rate of water withdrawals,ultimately helping to maintain flows in rivers and streams, and reducing the potential for over-pumping of groundwater. In addition, water conservation practices directly leads to ate water use tr reduced volumes of wastewater, which must be treated and dis- charged, back into the environment. Water conservation therefore directly affects the Estuary as well as upstream portions of the Basin.

W SOCIAL Delaware Estuary lnd~catorswere developed by the Delaware Estuary Program Efficient water use can have major environmental, public health, w~thfundlng support from the U S Environmental Protect~onAgency and economic benefits by helping to improve water quality, maintain aquatic ecosystems, and protect drinking water resources.

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FALL 2001 PAGE 11 Acres of Public Parkland

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Although public parkland has increased by more than 33,000 acres, or by 14.1 % between 1990 and 1999, development pressures on the Estuary's remaining undeveloped open spaces may limit the ability to protect habitat and the natural resource values of these areas or to secure these areas for future recreational use. .IMPORTANCE Adequate parkland is an important component in enhancing the Estuary's image and the region's quality of life. Parkland not only provides aesthetic, environmental and sporting- benefits, but also encourages an overall sense of community.

.ECONOMIC

Throughout the Delaware Estuary, parkland is playing an increasingly important role in today's mobile and information-based economy. Natural landscapes and recreational opportunities that parklands offer drive tourism, one of the leading industries in the Estuary. In addition, property values have been shown to increase

PAGE 12 VOLUME I2 / ISSUE 1 when in proximity to ark land. This in turn leads to more prosperous communities.

IENVIRONMENTAL Parkland within the region encompasses woodlands, steep slopes, wetlands, streams, rivers, lakes, pine barrens, and flood plains - all intricately inter-connected elements of the Estuary's ecosystem. All these areas drain to, and therefore impact, the Estuary. Parkland provides a scenic refuge for people, cleanses air and water, and provides habitat for wildlife.

ISOCIAL. Parkland plays an important role in defining communities throughout the Delaware Estuary. It helps to establish our communities' boundaries and landscapes while creating a sense of place with which people can identify. Parkland also provides a focal point for socializing.

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FALL 2001 PACE 13 -Dissolved Oxygen in the Delaware Estuary

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Dissolved Oxygen in the Estuary has made a dramatic increase over the past 35 years, and has returned to levels that will sustain a fish

IMPORTANCE

Essentially all life in the river and bay requires dissolved oxygen. In the past, the oxygen demand from municipal and industrial effluents was so large that a long stretch of the urban river (about 30 miles) was almost devoid of oxygen in the warmer summer months. The oxygen demand is from reduced components in the water (organic matter and ammonium nitrogen) that are oxidized by bacteria in the water, Natural systems have some oxygen demand, but municipal and industrial effluents greatly increase the demand. Although mixing of water with the air will replenish oxygen, prior to 1965 the biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) from the effluents in the water

PAGE 14 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 There has been a large increase in dissolved oxygen values between Trenton, NJ (river mile 130) to the lower bay (river mile 30) in the summer when the oxygen is the lowest (Figure 1). Although the oxygen content in the upper river and lower bay were not low in the past, there was an "oxygen sag" in the urban river that is much smaller today. Average low summer dissolved oxygen for the river region from Cherry Island to Ben Franklin Bridge (river miles 70- 100) was very low in the past (as recently as the 1960~~average for summer < 2 mg/L with individual values of zero). Average summer concentrations in this reach have been above the target of 3.5 mg per liter since the mid-1980s (Figure 2). After a progressive increase, the oxygen content appears to have reached a relatively constant level since 1994. With regulations under the Clean Water Act being met, we have reached the limits of improvement. We now recognize that some effluent and sedimentary oxygen demand will always be present.

Commercial and recreational fisheries were effectively destroyed in the urban portion of the tidal river and above because of low oxygen. Fish could not migrate up into the fresh water of the upper river to spawn and the once large shad and sturgeon populations plummeted around the turn of the last century. Aesthetically undesirable conditions also drove away people and jeopardized commercial activities. With increasing oxygen content in the past decade, migratory fish populations are improving and people are moving closer to the river to live and to participate in recreational activities. Light industry and other commercial activities are also moving closer to the river today.

1ENVIRONMENTAL Important migratory fish, benthic (bottom-dwelling) animal and resident fish populations are increasing in the Estuary. However, the river in the Philadelphia region has been negatively altered by human activities over three centuries. We are now trying to return it to a more natural environment and preserve this condition. The most basic environmental requirement in the river is dissolved oxygen. With increased oxygen, the river is potentially more habitable. 069 .SOCIAL mmorzTiCT~5 f r AN FW~CIM For many decades the population of the Delaware Estuary has not looked upon the river and bay as a valuable natural resource, but Delaware Estuary lndlcators were developed by the Delaware Estuary Program more often as a sewer conduit and shipping lane. With proper w~thfundlng support from the U.S Env~ronmenialProiectlon Agency. management, our Estuary can serve for waste disposal, shipping, and as a sustainable natural resource.

FALL 2001 PALE 15 -Contaminated Sediments in the Estuary ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS BENTHIC TOXICITY TOXICITY I I I I

PAGE 16 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 Assessment of aquatic sediments is an important component to gauge the health of natural systems. Sediments act as an indicator to characterize the estuarine system. This is because past pollution activities, which contaminate sediments, can take many years to be removed from the system. Sediments can also act as a source through which contaminants can re-enter the system. This in turn can frustrate pollution control efforts.

In 1997, sediment investigations in the Delaware Estuary and selected tributaries were performed by the federal government, and supported by Delaware, New Jersey and the Delaware River Basin Commission. In this study, ninety-one stations were evaluated for a number of factors including toxic effects to bottom organisms. Standard testing was performed with crustaceans (relatives of crabs) called amphipods to determine the toxic impact of contaminated sediments. The map of benthic toxicity above shows the location of sediments that are considered highly toxic, slightly toxic, and not toxic. The second map shows the location of sediments that contain high, medium and low levels of chemical contaminants related to the toxicity of Benzo(a)pyrene. Benzopyrenes are organic chemicals originating from petroleum products or combustion sources.

Contaminated levels and toxicity of pollutants in aquatic sediments and uptake of contaminated directly affect the types of organisms and plants that can live there, sediments by aquatic organisms. as well as the commercial and recreational harvesting that takes place. Uptake of pollutants from aquatic sediments by organisms can drastically affect the quality of shellfish and finfish resources in the Estuary, as well as the commerce and tourism industries to which they depend. Clean sediments reduce the cost of disposal of dredged sediments.

Maintaining good marine sediment quality is essential to protecting the diversity of life in the Estuary, and in concert with water quality, is a good indicator of the Delaware Estuary's health.

....DELAWARE -. .... ~~.. Clean aquatic sediments provide for safe recreational activities in tSn4RI PROCUM the Estuary, such as wading in its waters. Delaware Estuary lndlcators were developed by the Delaware Estuary Program wlth fundlng support from the US Environmental Protection Agency

FALL 2001 PAGE 17 Shellfish Resource Populations

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Improved water quality in the Delaware Estuary has resulted in an upgrading of additional harvesting acreage.

.IMPORTANCE A direct connection exists between the consumption of shellfish harvested from contaminated areas and human illness.

In the Delaware Estuary, the States of Delaware and New Jersey test the marine waters to ensure that the shellfish resources within the Bay remain a wholesome food product. In addition, the continuous monitoring of shellfish growing waters provides an effective environmental yardstick to assess pollution abatement trends.

PAGE 18 VOLUME I2/ ISSUE 1 In specific areas of the Estuary, rules have been established by the states prohibiting the harvesting of shellfish for human consumption. This has been done to avoid danger to human health.

Although improved water quality has opened up more acreage for shellfish growing areas, there are certain areas that as a precautionary measure, will always be prohibited. These include areas adjacent to sewage treatment plants and stormwater outfalls. These areas are a very small percentage of the total, and are not depicted in the graphic above.

Marine resources'are important to Delaware and New Jersey's economy. Both states have a vibrant commercial fishing industry, of which shellfish are an important component.

By making more areas available for shellfish harvesting in the Estuary, consumers of shellfish benefit from increased ability to purchase a fresh, locally raised product.

The commercial and sport fishing industries rely on clean water just as much as the shellfish industry.

Maintaining marine water quality and habitat is essential to protecting the diversity of life in the ocean. As bottom dwellers and filter feeders, shellfish are a good indicator species for the quality of the water and the health of the marine ecosystem.

Clean beaches and water provide safe opportunities for recreation and tourism in our coastal communities. Trips to the shore, and the opportunity to eat fresh seafood, are timeless leisure activities for many people and are an important part of our region's heritage.

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FALL 2001 PAGE 19 -Suitability of Estuary Waters for Swimming

PAGE 20 VOLUME 12 / ISSUE 1 Monitoring programs conducted at the state and federal level evaluate water quality to determine if bacterial indicators are at levels that would cause infection or disease. The data that are used Swimmrng beaches in the to judge the suitability of ambient water for swimming include fecal Delaware Estuary are monitored coliform, total coliform and enterococcus bacteria. Each state that for bacterial contamination. borders the Delaware Estuary, as well as the Delaware River Basin However, swimming also takes Commission, has water quality standards for swimming.- These place in areas that are not standards are based on bacterial counts of fecal coliform and monitored. Coverage for enterococcus colonies. Counts below a certain level are interpreted bacterial testing should be as being of no concern, while those exceeding this level indicate a expanded to include as many potential risk to human health. These criteria set levels for the of these "unregulated areas above pathogens so that ingestion during recreational activities will as possible. not cause illness. As the levels rise and criteria are exceeded, the probability of human illness increases.

BECONOMIC Within the Estuary, recreational water contact is very impoftant to the states of Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The assessment of bacterial levels in the system affects not only recreational opportunities, such as swimming, fishing and boating, but commercial fishing, as well as other marine industries.

Bacterial levels in the Delaware Estuary are an important indicaior to measure trends in water quality, resource harvesting and recreational opportunities.

Low levels of pathogens in the waters of the Delaware Estuary are an important aspect to ensure safe opportunities for recreation and tourism.

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FALL 2001 PALE 21 Delaware Estuary

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

January 2001 Dear Friends,

The Philadelphia Water Department, with support from the Partnership for the Dela- ware 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 Delaware River, is our region's most valuable resource, little is taught about it in our schools. It's 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. It is beneficial for students to learn about the endangered species and problems that face the tropical rainforests, but more importantly 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& cw k* I@---- 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

Organizations or Governmental Agencies Page Abbott's Mill Nature Center 1-2 Air & Waste Management Association 2 Air Management Services 3 Alliance for a Living Ocean 3 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay 4 American Water Resources Association 5 Artesian Water Company 5 Awbury Arboretum 6 Barrier Island Ocean Watch Network 7 Berks County Conservancy 7 Bicycle Coalition of the Delaware Valley 8 Brandywine Valley Association 9 Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge 10 Briar Bush Nature Center 11 Bucks County Conservation District 12 Camden County Department of Health and Human Services 13 Camden County Environmental Commission 13 Camden County Soil Conservation District 14 Cape May County Mosquito Commission 14 Cape May National Wildlife Refuge 15 Carbon County Environmental Education Center 16 Center for Global Environmental Education 17 Center for Marine Conservation 18 Chesapeake Bay Program 19 Chester County Parks and Recreation Department 20 Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association 20 Coalition for Natural Stream Valleys 2 1 Delaware and Raritan Greenway 2 1 Delaware Aquatic Resources Education Center 22-23 Delaware Dept. of Natural Resources & Environmental Control 24-25 Delaware Division of Parks & Recreation 26 Delaware Div. of Parks & Recreation - Cape Henlopen S.P. 27-28 Delaware Div. of Parks & Recreation - Fort Delaware S.P. 29 Delaware Div. of Parks & Recreation - Port Penn Interpretive Center 30 Delaware Estuarine Research Reserve 31-32 Delaware Estuary Program 32-33 Delaware Museum of Natural History 33 Delaware Nature Society 34-35 Delaware River Basin Commission 35 Delaware River Greenway Partnership 36 Delaware Riverkeeper Network 36 Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission 37 Earth Yes! Philadelphia Department of Recreation 37 Ecological Research & Development Group Educational Information and Resource Center Fairmount Park Commission, Div. of Environmental Education Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds Fort MercerIRed Bank Battlefield at National Park Fort Mifflin Friends of Pennypack Park Friends of Poquessing Watershed Friends of Tacony Creek Park Friends of the Manayunk Canal Friends of the Wissahickon Hackensack Meadowlands Development Commission Environmental Center Haskin Shellfish Lab - Rutgers University Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Heritage Conservancy Historic Bartam's Garden Hunterdon County Park System Independence Seaport Museum Iron Hill Museum, Delaware Academy of Science Island Beach State Park Isles James & Ann Whitall House, Fort MercerIRed Bank Battlefield John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

I Kalmar Nyckel Foundation Kent County Conservation District Kent County Parks & Recreation Lower Merion Conservancy Manayunk Development Corporation Marine Mammal Stranding Center Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River & Bay Melrose Park Improvement Association Mercer County Planning Division Mercer County Soil Conservation District Merrill Creek Reservoir Montgomery County Conservation District Morris Arboretum of University of Pennsylvania National Association of Conservation Districts National Wildlife Federation Nature Conservancy New Castle County Conservation District New Jersey Audubon Society New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route New Jersey DEP, Bureau of Nonpoint Pollution Control New Jersey Division of Fish, Game and Wildlife New Jersey Marine Science Consortium New Jersey Mosquito Control Association Oldman's Creek Watershed Association 67 Partnership for the Delaware Estuary 68 Pennsylvania Alliance for Environmental Education 69 Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks -Delaware Canal State Park 69 Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks - Nolde Forest Environmental Education Ctr. 70 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) 7 1 Pennsylvania DEP, Bureau of Watershed Conservation - Nonpoint Source Mgmt. 72 Pennsylvania DEP, Bureau of Water Supply Management 73 Pennsylvania DEP, Coastal Zone Management Program 73 Pennsylvania DEP, Environmental Education & Information Center 74 Pennsylvania DEP, Stormwater Planning & Management Section 75 Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission 75 Pennsylvania Wildlife Federation 76 Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust 77 Peopling of Philadelphia Collaborative 77-78 Philadelphia Water Department 78 Philadelphia Water Department - Fairmount Water Works 79 Philadelphia Zoological Garden 80 Rancocas Creek Association 8 1 Raymond Proffitt Foundation 8 1 Riverbend Environmental Education Center 82 Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program 83 Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 83 Schuylkill Riverkeeper, Delaware Riverkeeper Network 84 Scotland Run Park Nature Center, Gloucester County Parks & Recreation 84 Silver Lake Nature Center 85 Soil and Water Conservation Society 86 South Branch Watershed Association 86 Stroud Water Research Center 87 Tuscarora & Locust Lake State Park Complex 87 Tyler Arboretum 88 United States Coast Guard 88 United Water Delaware & United Water Bethel 89 Urban Tree Connection 89 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 90 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service 90 Utah State University 90 Valley Forge Audubon Society 91 Watershed Program, Radnor Middle School 9 1 Wetlands Institute 92 Wildlife Habitat Council 93 Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association 93

Information on Delaware Estuary Teachers' Institute 94 Delaware Estuary

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Abbott's Mill Nature Center

Laurieann Phalen Associate Director RD4, Box 207 Milford, DE 19963 (302) 422-0847 [email protected]

Mission To foster understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the natural world through education; to preserve ecologically significant areas; and to advocate stewardship and conservation of natural resources.

Materials Available The nature center has a wide variety of books and videos available for purchase.

Programs Offered

Pondering the Pond Grades Pre-K - K 1 Hour $2/student Students explore the pond and discover which creatures call the muddy bottom home. Up close with live animals, students learn about mammals, amphibians and reptiles that live in and around the pond.

Pond Study Grades 1-3 In your classroom (optional): 50 minutes $ llstudent + mi. Through active participation, students will gain an understanding of the layers of life within a pond community and be introduced to food chains and food webs of this habitat. In the field: 1 % Hours $3/student Students visit the edge of Abbott's pond and use nets to discover its inhabitants, including crayfish, dragonfly nymphs, frogs, and fishes. Students will learn the differences between amphibians and reptiles and explore the trails for animals that use the pond.

Seashore. 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 each area, students discover the wonders of life at Slaughter Beach and the value of protecting this fi-ag- ile area.

Beach Ecology Grades 4-6 In your classroom (optional): 50 minutes $l/student + mi. Students will learn about the different beach zones, what lives in each and why, and discover the importance of the Delaware Bay Estuary and salt marsh. In the field: 3 Hours $4/student While visiting Slaughter Beach, students use various sampling methods, including transect quadrants and seining, to examine the characteristics of the beach, dune, salt marsh and intertidal habitats. Through active participation, students understand the interrelationships between each habitat and the organisms that live there. Discussions focus on plant and animal adaptations and human impact on the marine environment.

Pond Ecology In your classroom (optional): 50 minutes $ Mudent + mi. Through hands-on activities, students learn the important role that a pond plays by examining different pond zones and the animals that live in and around it. In thefield: By seining the water, pulling plankton nets and looking through a microscope, students will learn about the many

I inhabitants of Abbott's Pond. Insects, amphibians, fish, reptiles and plankton are collected and closely examined. Using water quality equipment, students will also discover the health of Abbott's Pond. (Continued)

Forest/Field/Swamp 2 Hours $3/student Using various sampling techniques, students become scientists examining the physical and biological characteristics within a forest, a field and a swamp. Through data collection, they discover the similarities and differences within each habitat.

Stream Ecologv 2 % Hours $4/student Students explore Johnson's Branch using water quality test kits, nets and microscopes in the wet lab. Using a variety of surveying techniques, they learn accurate ways to determine the health of a stream.

Fantastic Fish 2 Hours $4/student Students will discover biological and ecological adaptations of fish. Through hands-on activities including seining in Abbott's pond and dissecting in our new lab, all aspects of a fish's life are examined. Collect scientific data on external and internal features and record it in a log.

Exploring bv Canoe Grades 5-8 4 Hours $7/student Explore Abbott's Mill Pond by canoe. After learning basic canoeing skills, students embark on a trip of discovery and history of this high quality aquatic habitat, home to beaver, turtles, 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.

Air Management Services Department of Public Health City of Philadelphia

Daisy Cintron Environmental Programs Coordinator 321 University Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19 104 (21 5) 685-9440 Fax #: (215) 685-7593

Mission To protect the health and quality of life of the people of the Philadelphia community fiom the adverse effects of air contaminators and noise.

Materials Available Do You Know How to Keep Our Water Clean? WET Instruction Handbook Environmental Teaching Cuide (volumes I & 2) Beneath the Shell Pollution Solutions Air & Waste Management Association

One Gateway Center, 31d Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412) 232-3444 Fax #: (412) 232-3450

Materials Available Environmental Resource Guide - Nonpoint Source Pollution Prevention Grades K- 12 Guide addresses the impact of land use on the quality of water. Activities focus on agriculture, mining, forestry and urban pollution and four types of pollution: sediment, nutrients, bacteria, and toxins.

Alliance for a Living Ocean

Carol Elliott Administrative Assistant 2007 Long Beach Blvd. North Beach Haven, NJ 08008 (609) 492-0222 Fax #: (609) 492-62 16

Mission To promote and maintain clean water and a healthy coastal environment, through education and research. We recognize the need to manage our watershed, bay and ocean, holistically, since all water flows from "the raindrop to the ocean."

Materials Available Various lesson plans about wetlands, dunes, children's word puzzles and resource files are available at no fee.

Programs Offered From the Raindrop to the Ocean Responsible Living on a Barrier Island Wetlands (donations accepted). Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Pat Devlin Information Services Director 600 N. Second Street, Suite 300B Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 236-8825 Fax #: (71 1) 236-9019 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.acb-online.org

Organization Description A regional, nonprofit organization that builds and fosters partnerships to restore the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers.

Materials Available The following is a list of teacher activities and resources available to help teach students about the importance and ecology of the Chesapeake Bay:

Bay BC's - A multidisciplinary approach to teaching about the Chesapeake Bay. (grades K-3). Hands on Feet Wet - Aquatic activities and projects recommended for elementary levels. Chesapeake Watershed Activity Guide - More activities with the watershed, recommended for middle and high school levels. Environmental Education Activity Kit - This packet contains information sheets with activities that present important issues relating to the area, recommended for elementary and middle school levels. Introduction to an Ecosystem - Provides general information on the Bay's ecosystem, geology, habitats and resources. The Noblest Bay - A historical map and summary of the history of the Chesapeake Bay. Wildlife Fact Sheets - Information on animals dependent on the Bay: osprey, blue crabs, bald eagles, mallards, and other waterfowl animals. Backyard Conservation Starter Kit - For a free booklet and tip sheet on composting, mulching, wetlands, ponds, pest management, etc. phone 1-888-LANDCARE. Publications and Posters on Watershed, Wetlands, and Water Quality - Provided by the TErrene Institute, call 7031661-1 500. The Second Edition Environmental Education Resources Directoly - A guide to Environmental Information and Education in VA, call 1-800-662-CRIS.

Programs Offered The Water Wizard Van A van with instructional materials that can be used to teach about "Learning and Caring for Virginia's Waterways." For more information about reserving the Water Wizard Van, contact Bany Fox at VA State Univer- sity at 8041524-5848.

Chesapeake Bay Field Trips These involve hands on experiences with water quality testing, canoeing, fishing with nets, discussions on Bay issues and more. For more information contact the education coordinator at 4101268-8816. American Water Resources Association

950 Herndon Parkway, Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20 170-5531 (504) 687-8390 Fax #: (703) 904- 1228

Materials Available

Groundwater: 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 (Grades 3-8) - Poster designed to catch the attention of students; provides teacher with an instructional resource. Water: The resource that gets used and used and used for everything! (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.

Artesian Water Company

Nancy Parker Conservation & Environmental Initiatives Coordinator 664 Churchmans Road Newark, DE 19702 (302) 453-6953 Fax #: (302) 453-6957 www.artesianwater.com

Organization Description: A public water utility.

1 Programs Offered An in-house program on water conservation and water resource protection is available at no charge for northern Delaware 4thgrade students. Awbury Arboretum

Nicki Toizer Education Manager Francis Cope House, 1 Awbury Road Philadelphia, PA 19138-1 505 (215) 849-5561 Fax #: (21 5) 849-0213

Organization Description A non-profit organization that preserves and manages an arboretum located in historic Germantown comprised of a significant cultural landscape. The buildings and grounds are interpreted to serve our community by providing a broad range of educational services with due regard for the site's historic, aesthetic and horticultural significance.

Programs Offered Adaptations Grades 2-3 1% Hours $3/student Take a closer look at the wonder of plant and animal adaptations. Students may examine bark, thorns, flowers, camouflage, vision and an assortment of pond life adaptations while they visit a variety of habitats.

Nature's Recycling Grades 4-6 1% Hours $3/student Discover how nature recycles nutrients, water, and energy. Students examine the vital life and water cycles of trees, including photosynthesis and the gradual decay of leaves and dead trees in Wetland, Big Tree Land, and De- composer Land.

Wetlands and Ponds Grades 3-8 1% Hours $3/student Discover the importance of wetlands in our own stream and ponds at Awbury. Students participate in hands-on collecting and identifying ponds species while learning about the adaptations and the water cycle (loan box available).

A wide variety of other programs along with in-class programs are available to choose from. A series of loan boxes to accompany your lessons at Awbury is available. Each loan box contains teacher's lesson scripts and directions, artifacts, equipment, and activity materials.

6 Barrier Island Ocean Watch Network (BIOWNET)

Dr. Frederick L. Bach BIOWNET Administrator 44 Sunrise Drive Montvale, NJ 07645 (201) 391-3902 Fax #: (201) 391-4562 [email protected]

Mission To promote, through a computer network, the exchange of ideas and discuss the problems common to barrier island communities, some of which include: ocean conservation, protection of seashore animal habitats and sea creatures, clean beaches, dune protection and rebuilding using natural methods, dune vegetation, elimination of estuary, bay and ocean point and non-point source pollution, water quality, and living on barrier islands in an ecologically responsible way.

Materials Available "Dune Replenishment: The Andres Method' a 10 minute video tape available for $14.

Additional Information Persons not living in a barrier island community, but who are interested in the BIOWNET are welcome to participate in the project. BIOWNET7sconference 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 (6 10) 372-4992 Fax #: (610) 372-291 7 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.berks-conservancy.org

Mission To promote the preservation and enhancement of agricultural, historical, and environmental resources which con- tribute to the quality of life in our community.

Programs Offered Conservancy staff members will visit schools to speak about water quality issues, natural habitats, or any other issues relating to our mission. Bicycle Coalition of the Delaware Valley

Sue McNamara Executive Director 252 S. 1lth street Philadelphia, PA 19 107 (215) 829-4188 Fax #: (2 15) 829-0426 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To promote and extend the opportunities to travel safely by bicycle through education and advocacy.

Materials Available Commuter Bike Map $6 Curriculum Guide for Bike Safety $10 Kids on Bikes $2

Programs Offered Youth Cycle and Recycle call 2151763-5214. Bicycle Education Enhancement Program call 2151829-4937. Brandywine Valley Association (BVA) .

Harriet WentzlEllen Makowski Director of Education~SchoolPrograms Director 1760 Unionville-Wawaset Road West Chester, PA 19380 (610) 793-1090 Fax #: (6 10) 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 Valley Watershed through educational programs, environmental studies, projects, and technological advocacy.

Programs Offered At Home in Your Habitat Grades K-3 l 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 specific habitats provide food, water, shelter and space. Cycling and Recycling Grades 3-6 1.5 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 recycle 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 fieldlforest 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 be divided so that each student explores only one of the three communities. Working Watershed Grades 6-8 2 Hours $5.5 Olparticipant Water 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. They will pollute and attempt to cleanup a water sample andlor explore a local stream to test its quality. Brandywine Watershed Tour Grades 6-8 4 Hours by special arrangement Most residents of the Brandywine Watershed know very little about where their water comes fiom, what happens after they've used it, and where their garbage goes. Students tour a water treatment plant, a sewage treatment plant, and a landfill to understand traditional resource management. They also visit sites with alternative conservation practices such as a spray irrigation system and a recycling center. The tour is designed specifically for your students. This is a great program for studies in environmental problems, conservation or community planning. Canoeing Water Quality Program Grades 7-8 4 Hours $30/participant Search for aquatic organisms in a stream and learn how to use them as indicators of stream health and changes. Students stop at water quality testing sites along the Brandywine Creek. Canoeing experience is not necessary, basic instruction will be given. An east branch or west branch trip is available; please indicate which trip at the time of registration. A map showing drop-off points will be sent to you. It is highly recommended that students participate in "Communities at Work, Streams" prior to this program.

BVA Streamwatch Program

Jane Fava Streamwatch Coordinator E-mail: [email protected] A great deal of information and assistance on stream health and monitoring is available. I Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Marian Johnson-Pohlman Outdoor Recreation Planner 259 1 Whitehall Neck Road Smyrna, DE 19977 (302) 653-6872 Fax #: (302) 653-0684

Mission To provide a diverse group of habitats: freshwater, brackish and salt marsh, bay, grassland, farm field and forest and in turn, a great variety of plants and animals.

Materials Available (all at no charge) Bombay Hook NWR brochure Bombay Hook NWR Auto Tour brochure Prime Hook NWR brochure Birds brochure Boardwalk Trail brochure Parson Point Trail brochure Bear Swamp Trail brochure Environmental Education Materials Packet: Wetlands Lesson Plan I: Freshwater Marsh Investigations Lesson Plan 2: Salt Marsh Investigations Lesson Plan 3: Delaware Bay Estualy Investigations Forest: Lesson Plan Overview packet Data Sheet: Meadow Study (Outdoor Classroom Guide)

Programs Offered (free to schools) A wildlife management tour of the refuge is available showing the management techniques used here to enhance the habitat for wildlife. Also include are bird and other wildlife identification. There is another nature walk covering various ecological topics, emphasizing wetland value, and pointing out wildlife and their signs. Trails range from 1/4 to 1 mile in length. There are currently three habitat studies to choose from: (1) Forest - students are provided with jars, trowels, large white paper; in teams they search the leaf litter, soil and under logs for wildlife (invertebrates and herps); they may also choose to do flower or tree identification. (2) Freshwater, brackish, and bay - students, using aquatic nets, dip in the water to catch animals. We assist in the identification of specimens. Groups over 5" grade may also choose to conduct water quality tests and do plant identification. (3) Meadow - using aerial nets students sweep for insects and other invertebrates and learn techniques for keying down species. They may also learn flower identification or do a habitat comparison. Movies are also available, as are talks on various wildlife topics, such as endangered species and biodiversity.

Bucks County Conservation District

Suzanne Forbes District Manager 924 Town Center New Britian, PA 18901 (21 5) 345-7577

Mission To provide for the wise use, management and development of the county's soil, water and related natural resources. This is accomplished with the cooperation of public agencies, private groups and individuals.

Materials Available Conservation & You Newsletter Pollution: A Teacher S Guide The Lake Surprise Watershed: A Resource Worth Protecting Our 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 The Handbook of Environmental Procedures Little Neshaminy Creek Watershed, Stormwater Management Plan The Neshaminy Creek Watershed, Stormwater Management Plan The Neshaminy Creek Watershed Conservation Plan Stormwater Management and Nonpoint Source Pollution Control in the Delaware Estuary Special Protection Waters, Implementation Handbook Soil and Water Conservation Guide for Pennsylvania Clean Water Action Plan: Restoring and Protecting America's Waters Monitoring Guidance for Determining the Effectiveness of Nonpoint Source Control Effective Wastewater Management Video Environment in the Home Video Environmental Education Video Just a Drop in the Ocean Video Know Your Watershed Video Life in a Watershed Video Partnerships for Watersheds Video People -A Solution to Pollution Video Pollution Prevention Video Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Video Soil Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control Video Storm Sewers Don't Go to the Sewer Plant Video Stormwater Management - Public Version Video The Delaware ~s&ary:"Where the River Meets the Sea" Video The Wealth of Wetlands Video Water, Water Everywhere - But Is There Enough? Video Watersheds Video Many other publications and videos are available. (No charge, but a copy fee may apply)

Programs Offered Please call to set up an appointment (no charge). 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 Divisioflrotection 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 23 11 Egg Harbor Road Lindenwold, NJ 0802 1 (609) 566-3 13 1 Fax #: (609) 566-3 130

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 isSaWatershed? How Does Urbanization Change a Watershed? What is Ground Water? Non-point Source Pollution Watershed Focus Camden County Soil Conservation District

Robert Dobbs District Manager 423 Commerce Lane, Suite 1 West Berlin, NJ 08091 (856) 767-6299 Fax #: (856) 767-1676 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission The District's education program is designed to increase awareness about the importance of conservation and our environment.

Materials Available Teaching Soil and Water Conservation Guide Soil and Water Conservation and Ecologv Comic Books Contours Newsletter

Programs Offered Conservation Essay and Poster Contests Arbor Day Program Tree Seedling Sale Teacher Workshops: Proiect Learning Tree & Proiect Wild

Cape May County Mosquito Commission

Peter Bosak Entomologist P.O. Box 66 Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 (609) 465-9038 Fax #: (609) 465-7228

Mission To perform mosquito research and control in the most environmentally sound, economically feasible, legal, safe and effective way possible.

Materials Available We have a number of handouts and fact sheets available at no charge.

Programs Offered Two programs are offered at this time: Mosquito Biology and a general Introduction to Entomology. Trips to our facility are preferred for the most complete program, but can also be done at your facility. Cape May National Wildlife Refuge

Bruce Luebke Assistant Manager 24 Kimbles Beach Road Cape May Court House, NJ 082 10 (609) 463-0994 Fax #: (609) 463-1667

Mission To preserve important habitat for hundred 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, education, and interpretation with interpretive signs. Carbon County Environmental Education Center

Susan Gallagher or Jeannie Carl Chief Naturalist/Naturalist 15 1 E. White Bear Drive Summit Hill, PA 18250 (570) 645-8597 Fax #: (570) 645-8499

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.

Programs Offered Birds of Prey Snakes & Reutiles Bats: Fact & Fiction The Changing Earth Insects Seeds & Plants Food Chains Stream Study A variety of programs are offered, and are tailored to meet the needs of individual groups. Programs range in price form $67-$200/hour per class of 30.

Annual Events Busy Bodies Cornfield Maze Annual Rafting Trek Envirothon Conservation Camp Creepy Crawlers Ranger Rick Club Recycling Contest Center for Global Environmental Education

Tracy Fallon Program Coordinator Hamline University 1536 Hewitt Avenue MS-A1760 St. Paul, MN 55104-1284 (65 1) 523-2480 Fax #: (65 1) 523-2987 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.cgee.hamline.edu/watershed

Organization Description The Watershed Partners is an informal association of organizations in the MinneapolisISt. 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, nonprofits, 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 River, but is relevant to any urban watershed.

Programs Offered The Watershed Exhibit (please see http://cgee.hamline.edu/watershed/TheShed.htm) This exhibit is available to MinneapolisISt. 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.

Rivers of Life (please see http://cgee.hamline.edu/rol~welcome/index.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 Life, 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.

Waters to the Sea: Rivers of the Uvver Mississippi (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, after September 15, 1999. Please E-mail [email protected] if you are interested.

A Thousand Friends of Frogs (please see http://cgee.hamline.edu/frogs) 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].

The Water Education Resource guide This 2 %" thick guide was created by the Watershed Partners to meet the need for ready-to-use water education materials in the MinneapolisISt. 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 un- derway for funding to do so. Center for Marine Conservation

Emily Morgan (questions) Director, Citizen Outreach & Monitoring Program Or Linda Sinclair (publication requests) Mailroom Supervisor 1725 DeSales St., NW #600 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 429-5609 Fax #: (202) 872-0619 [email protected] [email protected]

Mission To protect ocean environments and conserve the global abundance and diversity of marine life. Through science- based advocacy, research, and public education, CMC promotes informed citizen participation to reverse the degradation of our oceans.

Materials Available General Public/Student Kit ($5) - Interested in learning about marine debris? This packet provides information for the general public and students. Kid's Marine Debris Kit ($5) - A fun learning kit with coloring books for children. Teacher/Educator Kit ($5) - Specially designed for elementary or secondary educators; contains background information and hands-on learning activities for students. Kit is $10 with the Recycling Study Guide included. Beach Cleanup Kit ($5) - A get-started kit for those interested in organizing or participating in beach cleanups. Take Action! Kit ($5) - For organizations and anyone looking for specific community projects to be a part of the marine debris solution. Balloon Impacts Kit ($5) - Created to answer public concerns about marine wildlife entanglement and ingestion of balloons. Plastics Recycling & Degradability Kit ($5) - Provides material on the plastics industry and information regarding plastics recycling and degradability. A Citizen's Guide to Plastics in the Ocean ($2) - A review of the debris problem with a history of marine debris legislation and programs. Marine Debris Coloring Book ($2) - Easy to photocopy. Captain Clean Water ($2) - An activity book for kids about clean and safe boating. Exploring Clean Water Curriculum ($10) - A multi-disciplinary curriculum including slide show and Captain Clean Water activity book. Save Our Seas Curriculum Grades K-12 ($10) - A 106 page, interdisciplinary marine debris curriculum. Marine Debris and Entanglement Slide Show ($25) - 15 minute presentation for the public (48 slides). Coastal Cleanup Slide Show ($25) - 20 minute presentation for the public (55 slides). Trashing the Oceans & Port of Newport Video ($10) - A 20 minute video discusses marine debris, and one innovative solution. Troubled Waters, Plastics in the Marine Environment Video ($15) - A 30 minute video, excellent for classroom use. Saving Inky Video ($10) - A 15 minute video, on the rehabilitation of a pygmy sperm whale suffering from plastic ingestion. Center in the ParMSenior Environmental Corps (CIPISEC)

Fred Lewis Group Leader 58 18 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19 144 (2 15) 848-7722 Fax #: (2 15) 848-0979 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.libertynet.org/ctrpark

Organization Description CIPISEC monitors stream water quality in Northwest Philadelphia in conjunction with PA DEP. Trained by water quality experts at PA DEP, Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, and Stroud Water Research Center, members of CIPISEC strive to promote community awareness of water resources, and to help the community become a healthier place in which to live.

Materials Available Local maps Water quality database and test kits

Programs Offered Water quality monitoring training Guided watershed walks

Chesapeake Bay Program United States Environmental Protection Agency

Kate Naughten Communications/Education 41 0 Sevem Avenue, Suite 109 Annapolis, MD 2 1403 (410) 267-5700 Fax #: (410) 267-5777 Web site: www.chesapeakebay.net

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

Materials Available Chesapeake Bay -Introduction to an Ecosystem Booklet Chesapeake Bay Wetlands -A Vital Link Chesapeake Bay Program, State of the Bay 1999 Report Priorities for Action for Land, Growth and Stewardship in the Chesapeake Bay Region Report Mid-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

> I 19 Chester County Parks & Recreation Department

Glenn Nelson Education Coordinator 601 Westtown Road, #I60 P.O. Box 2747 West Chester, PA 19380-0990 (610) 344-6415 Fax #: (6 10) 344-5469 [email protected] 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& 12'~grades.

Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association

Carl DuPoldt Executive Director P.O. Box 972 Edgemont, PA 19028-0972 (610) 353-2926 Fax #: (6 10) 892-9622 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.ctic.purdue.edu/crcwa/home.html

Mission To support, encourage, and promote the enjoyment, restoration, conservation, 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 Coalition for Natural Stream Valleys, Inc.

Dorothy P. Miller Corresponding SecretaryITreasurer 430 Orchard Road Newark, DE 197 1 1-5 137 (302) 366-8059

Mission To promote the wise use of andlor preservation of natural stream valleys. A true coalition, members include most of the major conservation organizations in the region.

Programs Offered The Coalition is happy to talk to anyone with an interest in White Clay Creek or other stream valley regions.

Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center (CCCEEC)

Alan G. Fastman Executive Director 4601 Market Street, 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19 139 (2 15) 47 1-2223 Fax #: (2 15) 47 1-223 1 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.cobbscreek.org

Organization Description CCCEEC programs help community members establish a personal connection to local ecology by giving them the skills to understand-and influence-both their immediate environment and the global ecology. CCCEEC strengthens environmental education in urban schools through hands-on activities, research, and teacher training and provides a point of entry to rewarding careers in science and the environment for people of color.

Materials Available Water testing equipment Lesson planning guides Field guides Wildlife inventory equipment Camping equipment Lab equipment

Programs Offered Park Management Program for Youth Cobbs Creek After School Program Water Monitoring and Restoration Program Teacher Training and Classroom Management

Guided Watershed Walks , Delaware and Raritan Greenway HamiltonITrenton 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 Jersey's regional land trust. In the first ten years, more than 2,800 acres along the Delaware and Raritan Canal and streams flowing through the 1,000 square mile region were protected. For the past five years, a public private partnership to develop a management plan to permanently protect the Hamilton Trenton Marsh has been spearheaded.

Materials Available Educational materials are currently being developed.

Programs Offered Many programs are available through various partners.

Delaware Aquatic Resources Education Center

Gary Kreamer or Bob Jones Aquatic Education Specialists 4876 Hay Point Landing Road Smyma, DE 19977 (302) 653-2883 Fax #: (302) 653-343 1 E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Mission To increase public awareness of and appreciation for Delaware's aquatic resources; to provide educators with opportunities, resources and knowledge to assist with development and delivery of wetlands education programs statewide; to increase public understanding of aquatic resource use and management issues and provide opportunities for activities in stewardship of those resources.

Materials Available (all programs are free) Workshops and loan kits for hands-on learning about Delaware wetlands, along with workshops and game kits for fisheries education are available. There are also workshops and support materials for participating in the state's successful Adopt-a-Wetland Program. Facilities, equipment and field program opportunities (day and overnight) are available upon request at the Center.

Programs Offered WADE (Wetland Activities for Delaware Educators) Consisting of a set of eight innovative, interactive, self-contained, curriculum-standard-correlated learning stations, it was developed to provide grade 4-8 teachers with an effective hands-on tool for "WADE-ing" into wetland education. These kits are available for free loan, contingent upon attendance at a six-hour WADE workshop. Fish Banks DE This highly engaging, simulation-based program introduces middle school through adult audiences to sustainable resource use issues, through role-playing the operation of a fishing business. As such, it offers a powerful tool through which students explore the social, economic and political issues involved in natural resource use. Fish Banks game kits ($100 value) are provided fi-ee of charge to Delaware schools (one per school), contingent upon teacher completion of an AREC-presented six-hour training workshop.

Horseshoe Crabs in the Classroom This project shows teachers how to hatch, grow, and care for baby horseshoe crabs in the classroom. A special three-hour, part-on-the-Bay, part-in-the-lab workshop is offered each May at the AREC (coinciding with the annual spring horseshoe crab spawning ritual), in cooperation with educators from the Bombay Hook National Wild- life Refuge.

Eco-Explorers Field Trip Programs These programs are available at the AREC to 5thgrade classes statewide as an extension of the Smithsonian Eco- systems curriculum module. In the field trip, 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, students are challenged to gather, record and interpret data about the ecosystem, explore the adaptations of plants and animals to conditions there, and where possible, role play the work of scientists in surveying such habitats. Extensive pre-trip, post-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 This is a volunteer-oriented program aimed at promoting public awareness of wetland values and functions, while offering opportunities for citizen-based monitoring and stewardship of these precious Delaware resources. Coordi- nation, support, and training are provided through Delaware AREC, in partnership with the Division of Water Re- sources Wetlands Section, and with the help of dedicated volunteer coordinators in each county. Special training workshops for veteran, new and potential "adopters" are offered annually at the AREC.

Field and Classroom Approaches to Wetlands Education (UD Summer Course, 2-week, 3 credits) Brings together local, regional and national wetland educators, programs and resources to provide grade 3-12 teachers with a wealth of information, activities and materials for infusing wetlands into their field and classroom curriculum. Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)

Nancy Rolli Community Relations Officer 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 19901 (302) 739-4506 Fax #: (302) 739-6242 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dnrec.state.de.us

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

Materials Available Good Natured News Published three times a year, this newsletter is a guide to environmental education resources available in Delaware and nationally. The publication is distributed to all public school teachers in Delaware.

Programs Offered Proiect 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 guides by attending in-service workshops (2.5 credit).

Proiect 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 social studies, language arts and math. Teachers K-12 can obtain the workbooks by attending in-service training (2.5 credits).

A~uaticWILD This curriculum is the "wet" version of Project WILD, focusing on aquatic habitats and wildlife. Participants must have completed Project WILD as a prerequisite. Teachers receive 2.5 in-service credit.

Three Rs for the 90s: Reduce. Reuse, Recycle This Delaware-specific curriculum supplement is geared to a K-8 audience and addresses the concept of pollution prevention through recycling, reusing and reducing our waste streams. Hands-on activities develop multidisciplinary skills. Teachers and youth leaders receive materials after completion of in-service training (2.5 credit).

Water Quality The Water Quality Education Program addresses wastewater treatment, surface water, groundwater and water conservation and is geared toward a K-12 level. Corporate sponsors adopt a school and provide funds for participating teachers to receive a resource guide, video, student guides and related handouts at a three-hour workshop on each unit topic. (Continued) State Park Environmental Education & Interpretive Field Studies The statewide environmental education and interpretive programs are flexible activities suited to the grade level of the student. These programs are offered on-site at most all state parks, in the classroom, or at other requested locations. These studies encourage an environmental ethic in our natural, cultural and historic world, and stress small group interaction. Programs are designed for public and school groups and teachers. The program content and topics can be readily adapted to integrate with previous classroom studies. Groups may attend for an hour, a day, or at some parks, overnight. Teacher training with in-service credit is also available.

Aquatic Resource Education (see Delaware Aquatic Resources Education Center) Operated by the Division of Fish and Wildlife, the A.R.E. Program offers teachers, youth groups and conservation organizations training, materials and wetlands ecology, angling skills, aquatic resources and wildlife observation. On-site facility accommodations are available for 36 people, and are surrounded by 940 feet of tidal and non-tidal waters, several stocked fishing ponds, and several miles of nature trails.

Speakers Bureau - Resource Experts DNREC can provide personnel to address youth groups or classrooms on a host of topics.

Technical Water Oualitv Monitoring Be a scientist - join a Water Quality Monitoring Program, which provides reliable baseline physicaVchemica1data. Technical programs are currently being conducted on several Delaware Waterways. Volunteers range from high school students to retired chemists. Initial training and follow-up sessions insure quality control in sampling pro- cedure.

Outreach Fish & Wildlife Give Habitat a hand. The Wildlife Area Stewardship programs will offer students, youth groups, 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 assess water quality in ponds, rivers and streams around the state using basic water testing kits, visual 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 Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation

Laurie Draper Park Administrator, Chief of Park Programming 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 19901 (302) 739-4413 Fax #: (302) 739-3817 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dnrec.state.de.us

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

Programs vary from park to park, please contact individual nature center for programs. Brandywine Creek S.P. Brad Rogers (302) 655-5740 Bellevue S.P. MaryAlice McDermott (302) 577-6540 Cape Henlopen S.P. Connie Burger (302) 645-6852 Fort Delaware S.P. Lee Jennings (302) 834-7941 Killens Pond S.P. Angela Wood (302) 284-4526 Trap Pond S.P. Jenna Luckenbaugh (302) 875-5163 White Clay Creek S.P. Deborah Paruszewski (302) 368-6560 Delaware Division of Parks & Recreation - Cape Henlopen State Park

Connie Burger Park Interpreter Seaside Nature Center 42 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes, DE 19958 (302) 645-6852

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 1% 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 Dela- ware 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 coat 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) 1 Salt Marsh Exploration (511-911) Grades 3-Adult 2 Hours Discover the wonders of a salt marsh ecosystem. Explore vegetation and inhabitants, discuss marsh formation and development, and learn about the relationship of the marsh with other ecosystems. More extensive study is available for older groups, if requested. Wear old shoes that can get muddy. The hike is three miles.

Sand Dune Study Grades 4-Adult 1% Hours Participants will gain an understanding of how sand dunes are formed and the different stages of succession of dunes. Discover the important role dunes play in the coastal environment through exploration and discussion. This program includes hiking, group discussion, and group participation. The hike is two miles.

Seaside Scavenger Hunt Grades Pre K-Adult 1 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, students will discuss the role of each plant or animal in the beach community. Scavenger hunts are divided into beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. The hike is 0.6 miles.

Seaside Nature Trail Grades Pre K-Adult 1 Hour This trail wanders through sand dunes, thickets, pine forests and along the Delaware Bay shoreline. There is a World War I1 bunker to climb for an excellent view of the Cape Henlopen point and a glimpse of the "walking dunes." The hike is 0.6 miles.

Seining the Bay Grades 2-Adult 2 Hours This activity provides an introduction to the ancient technique of seining. Using sift boxes, shovels, and large seine nets, participants can capture live marine organisms for close-up observation. With the help of a naturalist, the animals and plants will be identified, discussed, and released.

Sharks: Predators of the Sea Grades 3-Adult 1 Hour Sharks have long been one of the most feared predators of the sea. Although they can be aggressive, sharks are fascinating creatures that play a vital role in the food chain. Learn about the different species of sharks that live in the waters off Cape Henlopen. Explore their natural history, habits, and role in the marine environment.

Fish Facts Grades 3-7 1 Hour If you are fascinated by fish biology, or if you have ever cleaned a fish and wondered what you were looking at, join us as we learn the parts of a fish native to our area. Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation - Fort Delaware State Park

Lee Jennings Park Historian P.O. Box 170 Delaware City, DE 19706 (302) 834-7941 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 Afiican-American Experience at Fort Delaware Mr. Whitehead, Blacksmith and Overseer "Gettysbura": 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 Programs on living history 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 Civil War Polish Day A Visit with the Park Historian Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation - Port Penn Interpretive Center

Jennifer Lane Interpreter 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 $3/person Join our naturalist for a guided walk over the marsh on our special boardwalk and then through the woods. There are so many great sights to see including the industrious muskrat, dozens of species of song birds, and plenty of opportunities to observe herons, egrets, and ibis as they search 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 18~~and 19'~ centuries, to houses floated over fiom the quarantine station on Reedy Island, the homes tell the story of the development of this unique little village. Join our naturalist for a guided tour through the town and learn the story of Port Penn and some of its prominent families.

A Siege of Herons $3/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/person 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 muskrat hut and then examines the life and lifestyle of this fascinating wetland engineer. Kids will also learn about the traps and the trappers.

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

Kate Marvel 8 18 Kitts Hummock Road Dover, DE 19901 (302) 739-3436 Fax #: (302) 739-3444 [email protected]

Mission To promote long-term baseline studies to characterize flora and fauna within the Reserve, and to gain an understanding of the ecological interrelationships between organisms and their environments as well as to enhance public awareness and understanding use of the estuarine reserves in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Materials Available St. Jones Curriculum at no charge.

Programs Offered Estuary Awareness 2-4 Hours Grades 2- 12 The program will begin with an overview of the functions and values of estuaries, watershed health, and wetland ecology, followed by a guided trail walk exploring estuarine plant and wildlife habitat. Using test kits, hands-on water quality monitoring for the study of non-point source pollution are conducted.

Salt to Fresh Boat or Canoe Tour 4-5 Hours Grades 5- 12 Take a trip on the St. Jones River to study how salinity affects the types of plants found along shoreline. There will also be many opportunities to view wildlife along the way.

St. Jones Estuary - Past to Present 4 Hours All Grades Staff from the John Dickinson Plantation, part of the Delaware Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs, will present the history of the St. Jones River and the surrounding area. Students will learn about human impact as they examine early settlers use of the estuary. They will then take a walk around the Reserve and discuss the historic and modem uses of the estuary's natural resources.

Birdwatching and Migration 2 Hours Grades 4-12 Delaware's coastal areas provide important habitat for many species of birds - especially during spring and fall migrations. Students will learn the basics of bird identification and discuss conservation issues relating to declines in bird population.

Insects of the Estuary 1-2 Hours All Grades This program will introduce the anatomy and life cycles of insects found at the St. Jones Reserve. Students will also learn basic identification skills as they study the special adaptations of these marsh inhabitants. They will catch, study, and release specimens as part of the program.

Wetland Walk 1-2 Hours All Grades Take a guided walk through the St. Jones Reserve. Learn about the functions and values of wetlands and gain a new perspective on our relationship with this important natural resource. A boardwalk extending over the tidal marsh allows students and teacher to get as close as possible to the salt marsh ecosystem without getting their feet wet.

Estuary Monitoring on Land 2 Hours Grades 4- 12 Water samples from three different locations (fresh, brackish, and salt) on the St. Jones River will be ready for students to test at the Reserve with relatively simple chemical test kits. Non-point source pollution and other threats to water quality will also be discussed. (Continued) 1 Estuary Monitoring on Water 4-5 Hours Grades 5-12 Students will learn how to collect and test water samples as we travel along the St. Jones River in the Reserve's research and education boat. We will stop at three stations to collect water with different levels of salinity. Stu- dents will learn how the health of the river is monitored, how different levels of salinity affect shoreline vegetation, the correct use of an otter trawl net to sample fish populations and how to identify and properly release the fish we collect.

Introduction to the Estuary (In-class) 1-2 Hours All Grades This slide show and age-appropriate activity provides a good introduction to the functions and value of estuaries. This program is also useful as a preview before scheduling field trips to the St. Jones Reserve.

Non-Point Source Pollution & Storm Drain stencil in^ (In-class) 2-3 Hours All Grades Students will learn to identify non-point sources of water pollution and to understand their effects on the overall health of a watershed. Pollution prevention techniques will be discussed before students get the opportunity to take action themselves. After the classroom presentation and discussion, groups go outside to stencil storm drains around the school with a friendly reminder to potential polluters that storm drains are to ONLY DRAIN RAIN!

Horseshoe Crabs (In-class) 1-2 Hours All Grades Student will learn about Delaware's oldest and most intriguing marine creature - the horseshoe crab. We will discuss their anatomy, life history, ecological and economic importance, and the reasons behind their current decline. Live horseshoe crabs will be included in the program, depending on season availability. Age appropriate teaching aids such as videos, puppets, and models are available.

Bird and Migration (In-class) 1-2 Hours Grades 4- 12 The role of birds in an ecosystem, special adaptations, and the theories and problems associated with bird migration will be presented. Conservation and habitat preservation will also be discussed. A short bird walk around your school's immediate environment can be arranged as part of this program.

Delaware Estuary Program

Forsyth P. Kineon Program Coordinator 1 P.O. Box 7360 25 State Police Drive West Trenton, NJ 08628-0360 (609) 883-9500 ~217 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, nonprofits, 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 Dela- ware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the Delaware kver 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 Conserva- tion and Management Plan. This plan was written over an eight-year period with input from citizens, govemmen- tal agencies, the private sector, and non-profit environmental organizations. (continued) In order to better achieve our goals, DELEP has established six focus areas: Polychlorinated Biphenyls Contami- nation, 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 Estu- ary 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.

Programs Offered (See Partnership for the Delaware Estuary)

Delaware Museum of Natural History

Samantha Neubert Special Programs Coordinator 4840 Kennett Pike P.O. Box 3937 Wilmington, DE 19807-0937 (302) 658-9 11 1 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 around the world. We are in the process of developing Delmarva-based exhibits and activities focusing on Pre-K to 6thgrade.

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

Programs Offered 1 Guided ($5ichild) and self guided (S3ichild) tours through the galleries on a variety of topics. Outreaches ($75125 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 got the power?" National Wildlife Federation Teacher Packets and Posters

Programs Offered Summer Graduate Teacher Courses

EDDV 54 1 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.

EDDV 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 development and teaching procedures.

1 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 supplement outdoor studies in the field, forest, stream and estuary. Student Aquatic Programs

Aquatic Habitats Grades K-3 1% 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 Red Clay Creek. Identify types of pollution and discuss ways to avoid contamination. Learn how to adopt a waterway to monitor water quality. (Continued) 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 be- I tween ground and surface water. Five programs are available each season and a pre-trip activity is required. 1 Paddling the Dragon Grades 7-12 4 Hours $28/student Canoe Dragon Run and hike along its shore near Delaware City. Survey the plant and animal life and discover the functions and importance of wetlands.

The Delaware Nature Society also offers a full array of environmental education programs (Animals, Plants, Ecol- ogy, 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.

Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC)

Christopher Roberts, P.I.O. 25 State Police Drive P.O. Box 7360 West Trenton, NJ 08628 (609) 883-9500 x 205 Fax #: (609) 883-9522 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.state.nj.us/drbc

Organization Description A federal interstate agency that manages the water resources in the 13,539 square mile river basin. Programs include water pollution abatement, water supply allocation, project review, flood control, and watershed planning.

Materials Available Annual (and other) Reports Newsletter Brochures Maps Customized packets for special educational projects Ed. Web -- This internet site, hosted by the DRBC, helps teachers and students of all ages learn about the Delaware River Basin and general water issues. 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 Watershed Education Task Force.

Programs Offered No formal programs are offered, but efforts can be made to fill requests for speakers. Delaware River Greenway Partnership

Dave Buchholz Administrator 3037 Rt. 29, P.O. Box 87 Frenchtown, NJ 08825 (908) 996-0230 Fax #: (908) 996-023 1 [email protected]

Organization Description and Mission The Delaware River Greenway Partnership was formed in 1990 as a partnership of more than 140 public and private groups in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Its mission is to promote the public and private stewardship of the lower Delaware River Valley as a continuous corridor of natural, historic, scenic and recreational resources extending fiom the Delaware Water Gap to the Delaware Bay. The DRG publishes a quarterly newsletter, holds workshops, hosts focus groups, provides advocacy on corridor issues and assists local governments and organizations in their river-related planning projects. The National Park Service designated the DRG to coordinate the Lower Dela- ware Wild and Scenic River Study in cooperation with its local Greenway Partners. An annual Forum and awards ceremony is held each fall to give focus to specific issues in the river corridor and to recognize those individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the Greenway mission.

Programs Offered Outreach education programs are available on any subject consistent with our mission at no charge.

Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Fred Stine Citizen Action Coordinator P.O. Box 326 Washington Crossing, PA 18977 (215) 369-1 188 Fax #: (215) 369-1 181 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. ($10) Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission

Ben Ginsberg Regional Planner Bourse Building 11 1 S. Independence Mall East 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 divides its planning and service functions between the Office of the Executive Director, the Office of Public Affairs, and three line Divisions: Transportation Planning, Regional Planning, and Administration. DVRPC's mission is to emphasize technical assistance and services and to conduct high priority studies for member states and local governments, while determining and meeting the needs of the private sector.

Earth Yes! Philadelphia Department of Recreation

Program Coordinator 15 15 Arch Street, lothFloor Philadelphia, PA 19102 (21 5) 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 understanding through a multidisciplinary approach. To help young people learn about environmental careers. To help build a collaborative 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 students. Ecological Research & Development Group, Inc.

Glenn Gauvry President 1012 S. Bayshore Drive Milton, DE 19968 (302) 684-3373 Fax #: (302) 684-8722 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.horseshoecrab.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 EIRC provides educational programs and services, including environmental topics and services to schools across New Jersey. EIRC has formed educational partnerships with a variety of organizations, including the National Geographic Society, Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, New Jersey Audubon, New Jersey Conservation Foun- dation, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and New Jersey Department of Education. Included in the many programs provided by EIRC is the New Jersey Geographic Alliance, which is one of 53 State Alli- ances sponsored by the National Geographic Society. The purpose of this Alliance is to promote and enhance geography education, including various programs on watershed education and outreach. Each year, EIRC sponsors a two week, Summer Geography Institute and a statewide conference, as well as regional and local meetings. Through its many programs, EIRC is directly involved in every New Jersey school district, providing services for students, teachers, administrators and parents.

38 Fairmount Park Commission Division of Environmental Education

Nancy Peter Curriculum Manager Memorial Hall West Park Philadelphia, PA 19 131 (21 5) 685-0278 Fax #: (215) 685-0280 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.phila.gov

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 Pre- & post- curriculum packets for specific activities such as summer camp, Bio Blitz, and many others.

Programs Offered On-site and outreach programs through Andorra Natural Area and Pennypack Environmental Education Center at $2 per student. Restoration and service learning projects are also available at no charge.

I Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds

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

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

Materials Available A slide show about the watersheds of Gloucester County is available to borrow at no cost. Protecting Our Waters: Gloucester County's Watersheds Video.

Programs Offered Presentations are available on the watersheds of Gloucester County concerning the history, location, flora, fauna, endangered species and how to protect the watersheds. ($75 speakers fee) Port MercerIRed 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 Mercermed Bank Battlefield, located on the 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 aRer the 2ndsuccessful 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 18'~Century lives to present, focusing on food, transportation and trade, how it fimctions and the fascinating life that dwells within.

Port Mifflin

Linda S. Callegari Director of Public Programming Fort Mifflin Road Philadelphia, PA 19153 (215) 492-1881 Fax #: (21 5) 492-1 608 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.1ibertynet.orgiRmiflin

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 Grades 4-5 & 6-8 This is a hands-on environmental education program that blends the historical uses of the moat with the natural evolution of the wetland environment, all of which drastically affected those soldiers who served at Fort MiMin throughout time. Students will learn what makes a wetland, why we preserve wetlands, and will explore wetland plant life from "the inside out." (Continued) * Urban Ecology: An Environmental Look at Fort Mifflin Grades 5-12 This program takes an environmental look at Fort Mifflin and it's environs using maps and historical pictures. Stu- dents will learn why the Delaware River was considered "the highway of the time." This program takes students from the colonial period through World War I1 when the River was the site of one of the largest shipbuilding efforts in the world. Throughout this time, the Delaware River saw a decline in water quality, wildlife populations and became a significant health threat. Students will learn how this changed and perform water analysis of our moat water to show how resilient the environment can be.

Friends of Pennypack Park (FOPP)

Jim Ryan Public Relations Vice President P.O. Box 14302 Philadelphia, PA 191 15 (2 15) 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, PA 191 16 (2 15) 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 Ec Ec

Friends of Tacony Creek Park

Fred Maurer Vice President 645 Brill Street Philadelphia, PA 19 120 (2 15) 324-8942

Mission Conservation and representation of Tacony Creek Park and waterway.

Materials Available Newsletter is available with a membership fee of $15 annually.

Programs Offered Volunteer opportunities are available for community service.

Friends of the Manayunk Canal (FMC)

Darlene Messina P.O. Box 4648 Philadelphia, PA 19 127 (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 was organized in the Spring of 1996 to provide stewardship to Manayunk's parkland, which consists of Venice Island and the Manayunk Canal and Towpath. This parkland is adjacent to the Schuylkill River. FMC's actions and advocacy work are directed towards the improvement of water quality of our river and drinking water as well as for the protection of the living resources in our watershed. FMC's membership includes local neighbors, environmental advocates, scientists and frequent visitors who enjoy boating, hiking, biking and birding in the area. FMC's mission is to promote the preservation of our riverfront resources and watershed protection through responsible land use and environmental research, public education programs, conservation activities, community organizing and advocacy. FMC's members are committed to citizen 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 Friends of the Wissahickon

Peter Lapham Executive Director 8708 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19 118 (2 15) 247-04 17 Fax #: (2 15) 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 ($5) Archive of historical documents andphotos of the Wissahickon ($4 charge per use) Winter Lecture Series (free of charge)

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

Hackensack Meadowlands Development Commission Environment Center (HMDC)

Susan Bart01 Assistant Program Specialist 2 DeKorte Park Plaza Lyndhurst, NJ 0707 1 (201) 460-8300 Fax #: (201) 842-0630 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.hmdc.state.nj.us

Organization Description HMDC is a semi-autonomous state (NJ) organization. The Center strives to educate students, teachers, and citizens about environmental issues, in order to foster a sense of awareness, appreciation and understanding of the world in which we live.

Programs Offered (grant funded with possibility of college credit) Workshops in nationally recognized curricula: Proiect Learning Tree WOW Pro-iect WET Proiect WILD Proiect Aquatic WILD Bridges to the Natural World. (continued)

* Specialty Workshops: Using the Environment as an Integrating Concept Urban Watersheds Critical Environmental Issues: Wetlands, Water Ouality, 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. Stu- dents 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 trip (instructions will be provided). Students will enjoy observing and attempting to identify their own plankton under stereo microscopes.

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

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

Wonderful Wetlands Grades 8-Adult 4 Hours $ Y student You and your students will learn about the Meadowlands and some basic canoeing techniques on this guided tour.

Many other programs are available. I Haskin Shellfish Lab - Rutgers University Kathryn A. Ashton-Alcox Field Researcher I11 6959 Miller Aveneu Port Norris, NJ 08349-9736 (856) 785-0074 ~122 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 programs to fulfill its role in fisheries and aquaculture research. The station has over a 100-year tradition of disseminating 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 Bi- valve facility, and the history of fiequent meetings of the various shellfish organizations. HSRL generates and dis- seminates 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 office, and dormitory space for 8 1 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 situ investigations and periodic surveys. Associates dormitories house 16 people at Bivalve and 12 people at Cape Shore.

1 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 (61 0) 756-6961 Fax #: (61 0) 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 $25 "Enjoying Hawk Mountain" was developed to help schools implement local, regional, and national science guide- lines 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 $1 00 + $2/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 a hike to one of the Sanctuary's Lookouts where students can practice their newly learned binocu- lar 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 Proiect 3-4 Hours $1 00 + $2/student Oak trees and acorn are used to introduce students to Appalachian Mountain habitat, biology and ecology. The program begins 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 + $2/student How did Hawk Mountain become a Sanctuary? What brings so many raptors to Hawk Mountain in the fall? Just what is a raptor? This program answers these and other questions about birds of prey and Hawk Mountain Sanctu- "Y.

Other programs are available on special request. Heritage Conservancy

Russ Johnson Director, Delaware River Watershed Initiative 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 1890 1 (2 15) 345-7020 x 107 Fax #: (2 15) 345-4328 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission To preserve our natural and historic heritage.

Historic Bartram's Garden

Debra Olsen Director of Education 54thStreet & Lindbergh Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19 143 (2 15) 729-528 1 Fax: (2 15) 729-1047 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission Preservation and restoration of the home of John Bartram (1699-1777) and his botanical garden and provide education and outreach to the community.

Materials Available John Batram In-class curriculum ($10). Teachers ' packets are available with field trips (no charge).

Free children's nature club "Puc Puggy " flower hunter) membership. The Schuylkill River of Revolutions from Philadelphia to Valley Forge brochure.

Programs Offered

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

Environmental Education Trunk $100 fee Using a park or natural area in your school's neighborhood, our instructor will help students discover the urban environment, its dynamics and its diversity. Lesson includes plant and animal identification, soil and water testing and hands-on science activities.

Many other programs, teacher workshops and in-service training activities are available by request. Hunterdon County Park System

Emily Amon Park Naturalist 1020 Highway 3 1 Lebanon, NJ 08833 (908) 782-1 158 Fax #: (908) 806-4057 E-mail: [email protected] .us Web site: WWW.CO.HUNTERD0N.NJ.US (and click on "Park System")

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 1-1% Hours %- 1% Miles $ llstudent An old fashioned walk with a naturalist to point out natural features, wildlife and interesting plants.

Birding 1%-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 will hike through the park to look at them.

Stream Study 1%-2 Hours Grades 1+ $30 Available 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 + $l/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 $1 5 per person. Independence Seaport Museum

Bill Ward Museum Educator Penn's Landing 21 1 S. Columbus Blvd. & Walnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19 106-3 199 (215) 413-8649 Fax #: (215) 925-6713

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

Materials Available Teacher Packets are sent upon request.

Programs Offered Whales and Whalers The Urban Ecologist Explorers of the Delaware Please call (215) 413-8630 to schedule a lesson.

1 Iron Hill Museum Delaware Academy of Science

Laura M. Lee Museum Director 1355 Old Baltimore Pike Newark, DE 19702 (302) 368-5703 Fax #: (302) 369-4287 E-mail: [email protected]

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 % Hours $3/student In-class Programs $%/student+ $10 travel fee

Island Beach State Park

Diane Bennett Naturalist P.O. Box 37 Seaside Park, NJ 08752 (732) 793-1698 Fax #: (732) 793-4859

Mission To provide the pubic with opportunities to heighten awareness and appreciation of the barrier beach environment and its associated cultural, natural and social resources through educational programs.

Programs Offered Environmental tours of the barrier beaches and their plant communities. Isles, Inc.

Lisa M. Kasabach Director Urban Environment Department 10 Wood Street Trenton, NJ 086 18 (609) 393-5656 x20 Fax #: (609) 393-9513 [email protected]

Mission To 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 empowerment, helping people see the positive results of their own efforts.

Programs Offered Water Watch Series: 2 Hours Each Ages 11-15 no fee

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

The Mighty Delaware Through a discussion of the watersheds, water pollution and fish migration, the students will learn the value of clean water and the importance of the Delaware River to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection, the students will investigate the health of the Delaware River.

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

People and the Assunvink Through a discussion of point and non-point pollution and human impact, students will learn the value of clean water and the importance of the Assunpink Creek to Trenton. Through water testing and specimen collection the students will investigate the health of the Assunpink Creek. James and Ann Whithall House

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

Mission To preserve and interpret the history of the James and Ann Whitall House, Fort MercerIRed Bank Battlefield, located on the 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 2"* ~uccessfulbattle.

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 18'~Century lives to present, focusing on food, transportation and trade, how the river functions, and the fascinating life that dwells within it. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

Julie Rowand Environmental Education Specialist International Plaza 2, Suite 104 Philadelphia, PA 19 113 (6 10) 521-0662 Fax #: (610) 521-061 1 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description A national wildlife refuge administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The refuge was established in 1972 with 3 congressional mandates: (1) Preservation of Tinicum marsh, the largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in Pennsylvania; (2) Provide opportunities for wildlife observation and recreation; (3) Provide an environmental education center for the region.

Materials Available The refuge maintains a small environmental education resource loan library that teachers may use. It includes videos as well as EE activity guides.

Workshops for Teachers Project WETIWOW! The Wonder of Wetlands Project WILD Project Learning Tree Keystone Aquatic Resources Education Introduction to Environmental Education Further Studies in Environmental Education

Programs Offered Teachers are welcome to utilize the refuge as an outdoor classroom. The classroom teacher or group leaders are responsible for leading the field trip. It is recommended that teachers attend a 2-hour Pre-trip Orientation prior to bringing their students to the refuge for a field trip. Orientations are offered on the 1" and 31~Wednesday of each month. The refuge has also developed several field trip activity guides for use on the refuge. Topics included: Orientation to the Refuge, Five Habitats of the Refuge, People's Interaction with the Environment, and Birds of a Feather.

Kalmar Nyckel Foundation

Aundrea Y. Trader Development Director 1124 E. 7thStreet Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 429-7447 Fax #: (302) 429-0350 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.kalnyc.org

Organization Description The 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 (Continued) re-creation of the 17thcentury vessel 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.

Materials Available Pre-visit Teachers Information Package (sent when tour is scheduled) Videos on the history of the Kalmar Nyckel ($20) Various books (starting at $10)

Programs Offered Sea Life at a Glance (Tour and Workshop) Grades 3-6 $4/student Know the Ropes (Tour) Grades 3-6 $4/student Life bv the Riverfront (Tour and Workshop) Grades 4-5 $4/student Overnight aboard the Ship Grades 3-6 $50/student

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 Sewice 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

54 Kent County Parks and Recreation I Carl Solberg Parks Superintendent 23 19 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 pre- served forested wetlands and riparian communities may be destinations for outdoor recreation and education. Lebanon Landing is a fishing and canoelkayak launch site being developed for use by spring 2000.

Lower Merion Conservancy

Julie Dougherty Program Coordinator 15 East Lancaster Avenue, 2ndFloor Ardmore, PA 19003 (610) 645-9030 Fax #: (610) 645-903 1 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dragonfly.org

Mission To protect our area's natural and historic resources, open space and watershed for area residents and future generations. Through education, advocacy, and research, the Conservancy promotes collective responsibility for these resources.

Programs Offered Individual classes may become stream keepers and perform weekly chemical monitoring as prescribed by LMC. Students and classes may also join Stream Watch evening meetings to identify and count stream invertebrates collected in the spring census. Other programs are in development.

e Manayunk Development Corporation (MDC)

Kay Smith River and Canal Restoration 4320 Main Street, 2ndF1. Philadelphia, PA 19 127 (2 15) 482-9565 Fax #: (215) 487-9137 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.manayunk.com

Organization Description MDC is a nonprofit 50 1(c)3 community development corporation formed to encourage economic development that benefits the entire community.

Materials Available Guides and brochures for the Manayunk Canal, Schuylkill River Trail, Schuylkill River Heritage Corridor, and Pennsylvania Canals (Appropriate for middle school or high school students). A Manayunk Canal Towpath Walk- ing Tour booklet for elementary to middle school students is available.

Programs Offered No formal programs are offered, but MDC would be able to schedule times to meet with students and discuss the history of the canal and the plans for renovation.

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, PA 19 106-1906 (2 15) 925-26 15 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. Mary Jane Felgenhauer Assistant Planner 640 South Broad Street, Room 412 Trenton, NJ 086 11 (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.

Melrose Park Improvement Association

Andrew Rudin President 72 17 Oak Avenue Melrose Park, PA 19027 (215) 635-5450 Fax #: (215) 635-1903

Mission To abate the pollution of Mill Run.

Programs Offered Information is available upon request. Mercer County Planning Division

Mary Jane Felgenhauer Assistant Planner 640 South Broad Street, Room 412 Trenton, NJ 086 1 1 (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) 586-1 1 17 E-mail: [email protected]

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. Merrill Creek Reservoir

Jane Bullis Naturalist 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington, NJ 07882 (908) 454-3339 Fax #: (908) 454-2747 [email protected]

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

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

Montgomery County Conservation District

Monica Tarantino Assistant ManagerIEducation Coordinator 1015 Bridge Road, Suite B Collegeville, PA 19426 1 (610) 489-4506 Mission To protect and improve the quality of life of the residents of Montgomery county and surrounding communities by providing timely and effective service, educational and technical guidance for the wise use of our soil, water and related resources.

Materials Available Numerous fact sheets and curriculum materials on topics of soils, watershed, wetlands, non-point source pollution along with bookmarks and posters are available upon request. Videos (borrowed or purchased for $1 5) Pennsylvania's Erosion and Sediment Control Program Sediment Traps Sediment Basins Vegetative Covers and Linings Silt Fence and Strawbale Barriers Sequence of Construction Muddy Shoe Review Stormwater Management Storm Sewers Don't Lead to the Sewer Plant

Programs Offered High School Envirothon Middle School & Elementary School Ecomeets Storm Drain Stenciling Kits - video, stencils, instructions, etc. Guest Speakers are available for topics such as soils, watershed, non-point source water pollution, career fairs, tree sales (with a charge) and hands-on presentations. Morris Arboretum of University of Pennsylvania

Liza Hawley Youth Education Coordinator 94 14 Meadowbrook Ave. Philadelphia, PA 191 18 (2 15) 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 humani- ties. 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 $ llstudent (1 chaperone free for every 10 children, each extra adult will cost $6). Teacher education seminars are also frequently available.

National Association of Conservation Districts

P.O. Box 855 League City, TX 77574-0855 (7 13) 332-3402

Materials Available Amazin~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. Sarnmv 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 vital natural resource. Water and Me (Grades K-2) - A coloring and activity book. National Wildlife Federation

Educational Outreach 8925 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22 184 (202) 797-6689 Fax #: (202) 797-6646 Web site: www.nwf.org/nwf

Materials Available Animal Tracks Grades 4-6 This hands-on environmental education program takes a problem-solving journey through conservation issues. Nature Scope Grades K-8 Environmental education curriculum includes Wading into Wetlands and Pollution, Problems & Solutions. Wildlife Week Kits Curriculum supplements on various subjects (i.e. Wading into Wetlands, Pollution Solutions, Nature's Web: Com- munities and Conservation, et~.).

The Nature Conservancy

Christine Bosco Community Outreach coordinator 2350 Route 47 Delmont, NJ 083 14 (609) 86 1-0600 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 marsheslwetlands. Teachers can also bring students to the Bayshores Center to study hummingbird and butterfly gardens, aquarium tanks and nature trails. New Castle 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 Land for 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 pre- viewed at http://www.ctic.purdue.edu.

Delaware DNREC will soon be publishing a watershed unit for 7thgrade. 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. New Jersey Audubon Society

Pat Kane Vice President for Education P.O. Box 693 1 1 Hardscrabble Road Bernardsville, NJ 07924 (908) 766-5787 (908) 766-7775 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.nj.codaudubon

Mission Preservation of habitat and bio-diversity in New Jersey through Conservation, Education and Research.

Materials Available Bndges to the Natural World (Grades Pre-K - 6) $30 - A natural history guide for teachers. New Jersey WATERS (Grades 7-12) $35 - A 218 page book of background, lessons, and appendices, which takes a watershed approach to teaching the specific ecology of New Jersey. The program is aligned to the NJ Core Cur- riculum Content Standards and is adaptable to special needs students.

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

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Charles C. Milliken Chief of Interpretation P.O. Box 568 Newport, NJ 08345 (856) 447-0 103 Fax #: (856) 447-0 108 E-mail: [email protected]

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 New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route, Southern New Jersey and the Delaware Bay: Cape May, Cumberland, and Salem Counties. From Marsh to Farm: The Landscape Transformation of Coastal New Jersey. Resorts and Recreation, a Historic Theme Study of the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route. The Atlantic Shore: Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Burlington, Atlantic, and Cape May Counties.

Video: "Down Jersey" Exploring the cultural landscape 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 Jer- sey they have come to know and love. "Down Jersey" introduces both historic traditions and modem activities, enriching your appreciation of South Jersey's treasures. A teacher's guide to "Down Jersey" is currently being worked on. New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Nonpoint Pollution Control

Janet C. Jesse1 Supervising Environmental Specialist P.O. Box 029 Trenton, NJ 086 18 (609) 633-702 1 Fax #: (609) 984-2 147 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.state.nj.us1dep.dwq

Mission To control, limit and reduce nonpoint sources of pollution through the issuance of NJPDES, DEW and DSW Per- mits as well as coordinated efforts with other internal and external water quality programs.

Materials Available Fact sheets on industrial stormwater permitting.

New Jersey Division of Fish, Game and Wildlife

Dave Chanda Bureau Chief Office of Information and Education P.O. Box 400 Trenton, NJ 08625-0400 (609) 292-9450 Fax #: (609) 984-1414 [email protected] www. state.nj .usldeplfgw

Organization Description This agency is responsible for managing New Jersey's fish and wildlife resources, and the habitats on which they depend, for the benefit of the state's citizenry.

Materials Available Marine Education Resource Guide (call 6091748-203 1 to obtain a copy). Posters ($2.50 each for educators) NJ Wildlife Viewing Guide ($1 1.95) Wildplaces and Open Spaces Map ($4.00) Project WILD Aquatic WILD WILD School Sites Curriculum guides And many other aquatic education resources.

Programs Offered Many programs are available at the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center, along with a weekend coastal workshop. The Sedge Island site in Barnegat Bay holds many overnight workshops for educators. There is also an Endangered Species Speakers Bureau that has limited daytime speakers available. To find out more information about the programs available, go to the "Education" page at www.state.nj.usldep1fgw. I New Jersey Marine Science Consortium

Claire Antonucci Manager of Education Programs Building #22 Fort Hancock, NJ 07732 (732) 872-1300 x 22 Fax #: (732) 291-4483 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.njmsc.org

Mission To promote informed understanding and therefore wise use and conservation of New Jersey's marine and coastal resources by providing research, education and advisory services.

Materials Available Resource Library on premises (no fee) Various marine related educational materials as produced by New Jersey Sea Grant Electronic information for teachers at www.NJMSC.ORG.

Programs Offered Field Trips (some with laboratory investigation) Grades Pre-K - 12 Fee based Professional Development for Teachers Fee based and grant fimded Family Science Programs Fee based Undergraduate and Graduate Courses Tuition based

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 Jer- sey.

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 rear- ing 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) 478-6527

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.

I 67 Partnership for the Delaware Estuary

Kathy Klein Executive Director 1009 Philadelphia Pike Wilmington, DE 19809 (302) 793-1701 1 (800) 445-4935 Fax #: (302) 793-1666 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.udel.edu/PDE/

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 projects, and consensus building, the Part- nership works with all levels of government, business, environmental organizations, community groups, academia, and citizens to enhance and preserve the Estuary's living resources.

Materials Available (all materials are available at no cost) Living Resources of the Delaware Estuary (600 pages) The Delaware Estuary Management Plan (400 pages) Let's Learn About Water Activity Booklet (16 pages) Various Estuary Fact Sheets The Delaware Estuary Public Access Guide Estuary News Newsletter Birding Guide to Cumberland County, NJ Delaware Estuary Issues - An Information and Activity Packet for Students at the Secondary Level National Estuary Program Brochures Stormy Weather Video - (on nonpoint source pollution) Storm Drain Stenciling Guide & Supplies DELEP Minigrants Report

Programs Offered The Delaware Estuarv Teacher's Institute The Estuary Institute, held annually in July, provides teachers £?om 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.) 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 Delaware 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. Ljjatyles for the Earth (Grades K-12) - Environmental education packet.

Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks - Delaware Canal State Park

Bonnie Tobin Environmental Education Specialist 11 Lodi Hill Road Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972 (6 10) 982-0 16 1 Fax # #: (610) 982-0160 E-mail: delaware.sp@al .dcnr.state.pa.us

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.) PA State Parks Watershed Education PA Songbird Curriculum (no charge) & Other specialized programs (fee for materials and administration)

Programs Offered On site student learning andlor service experiences such as, water quality monitoring, river cleanups, historic1 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 For Watershed Education 2910 New Holland Road Reading, PA 19607 (610) 796-3688 Fax #: (61 0) 796-3698 Noldeforest.sp@al .dcnr.state.pa.us

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

Materials Available Watershed Education Activities for Environmental Learning.

Programs Offered 665 acres of deciduous woodlands and coniferous plantations, teaching stations, mansions, an education building along with many programs are available upon request. Programs are offered to the community all through the year. School programs are often in cooperation with Berks County. K - College level and in-service workshops are also available. Schools and groups are encouraged to call well in advance. Watershed Education is a key program sponsored by State Parks encouraging watershed studies throughout Pennsylvania.

70 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP)

Lynda Rebarchak ~bmmunit~Relations Coordinator Lee Park, Suite 6010 555 North Lane Conshohocken, PA 19428 (610) 832-6219 Fax #: (6 10) 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 PA, 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). 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 NON- POINT 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 Tipsfor Watershed Organizations Pennsylvania Stream Releaj 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 Guidefor the Home Making Nutrient Management Workfor You: Getting More fiom Animal Manure & Fertilizer Environmental Protection Update Resource Newsletter Fact Sheet: Potential Funding Sources for Watershed Groups Six Ways to the Sea Do Your Share: Learn about the Land (poster with a land use activity) Fact Sheet: Citizens' Volunteer Monitoring Program Monitoring Matters (Pennsylvania's Citizens' Volunteer Monitoring Newsletter) Water Quality Monitoring of PA Streams by Citizens Groups, Primer in QA & QC Keystone in the Cleanup: Protecting Pennsylvania's Resources through Pollution Solutions Use Water Wisely Brochure Fact Sheet: Reclaim PA: Pa's Abandoned Mine Reclamation & Well Plugging Program 1997-1998 Annual Report for the Pennsylvania Senior Environmental Corps Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Water Supply Management

Trudy J. Troutman Administrative Assistant 400 Market Street 1lth Floor, RCSOB Harrisburg, PA 17105-8467 (717) 783-3795 Fax #: (7 17) 772-4474 E-mail [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us

Materials Available Use Water Wisely Pamphlet (no charge) Water Wheel Interactive Brochure (no charge) Instructor's Guide to Water Education Activities

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Coastal Zone Management Program

John Booser Environmental Planner PA DEP/DWS/CZMP P.O. Box 8555 Harrisburg, PA 17 105-8555 (717) 787-5259 Fax #: (7 17) 787-9549 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us/subjects/coastalzonemanagement

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: BluffRecession: A Lake Erie Coastal Hazard Fact Sheet: Shoreline Erosion: A Lake Erie Coastal Hazard Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Environmental Education and Information Center

Helen Olena Director of Environmental Education P.O. Box 2063 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2063 (7 17) 772-1 828 Fax #: (7 17) 705-4093 E-mail: [email protected]

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 Pennsylvania Stream ReleaJ Plan for restoring & conserving buffers along Pennsylvania streams Forest Buffer Toolkit: Replanting Pennsylvania's Streamsides Local Solutions to Penns,vlvania 's Pollution: PA's Nonpoint Source Management Program DEP 2000 Environmental Education Grants Program Manual and Forms Do Your Share: Learn About the Land (land use activity poster) Learning About Land, A Guide for Educators (packet) Air Quality for Teacher, Do Your Share! (packet) Is your drinking water safe?

Materials Available in Limited Supply STREAMS (Science Teams in Rural Environments for Aquatic Management Studies) - An interdisciplinary environmental education and water study program incorporating national science and math standards, authentic assessment, field studies, technology and student/community activism A-maze-ing Water Project WET Curriculum and Activity Guide.

Programs Offered Speakers are available as scheduling allows. 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 17 105-8555 (7 17) 772-566 1 Fax #: (717) 787-9549 E-mail: Lathia.Durla@al .dep.state.pa.us Web site: www.dep.state.pa.us (click on "Stormwater Management")

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

1 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, PA 17 106-7000 (7 17) 626-908 1 (814) 359-5152 Fax #: (7 17) 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 Pennsyl- vania'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 AN Loan Library. (Continued) 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 (2 15) 289-3074 is available for Eastern Philadelphia schools, and Officer John Pedrick (2 15) 633-7200 is available for Western Philadelphia schools.

Pennsylvania Wildlife Federation

Joan S. Clippinger Executive Director 2426 N. Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17 1 10 (717) 231-4390 Fax #: (7 17) 23 1-3524 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 "Pennsvlvania'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: [email protected] 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 natural lands of the Pennypack Creek Valley.

Materials 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 work with schools for service learning projects on our preserve as well.

- Peopling of Philadelphia Collaborative, Inc. (POPCI)

Marlene M. Robinson Director 1416 Second Street Delanco, NJ 08075 (856) 824-9399 Fax #: (856) 824-1489

Mission To bring high quality, relevant, age-appropriate, activity-based educational programs to students in the three-state area; to counteract the violence around us by promoting understanding among youths by helping them appreciate the contributions of all ethnic and racial groups that came here to live and work, and by encouraging pride in one's own heritage and respect for that of others; to work with teachers to connect POPCI social history and environmental programs to classroom needs and school district (PA) standards.

Materials Available A teacher notebook of pre-, post- and site lesson, background information, timeline, map activities and Philadel- phia, PA standards met by each are available upon request. Also, a journal is offered free to participating students.

Programs Offered The Peopling of Philadelphia Program (POP) traces the development of the city and the arrival and contributions of the diversity of people who settled here. Using the collections of 14 social history and ethnic museums, POP hands-on activities involve students in problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. POP reaches the 2" through 12'~grades. (Continued) The Urban Ecology Program focuses on the environmental consequences of population growth and technological advancement fiom the 1600's to the present. More than 12 museums and scientific organizations provide resources that document water usage of the Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers to the 4ththrough 12'~grades. In each program, students carry a journal on their museum visits. The Peopling journal is a passport to the cultural diversity of the city, while the Water Log allows student to record scientific tests and personal reactions. The charge is $4/student per museum lesson. All students participate in producing their own newspaper at the Philadelphia In- quirer.

Philadelphia Water Department

C. Drew Brown Manager, Public Education 110 1 Market St. Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 685-6098 Fax #: (215) 685-6031 E-mail: [email protected]

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

Materials Available

"What's With Water? " curriculum supplement "Stormy Weather" video Educational brochures on watersheds, drinking water, sewage treatment, and stormwater 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 Philadelphia Water Department Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center

Ed Grusheski General Manager, Public Affairs Division Philadelphia Water Department 110 1 Market Street, 5'h Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107-2994 (215) 685-61 10 Fax #: (215) 685-4915 E-mail: [email protected]

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 What's With Water? is a curriculum supplement with lessons and activities for 4th& 5thgrades. 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.) Philadelphia Zoological Garden

Kathy Wagner Senior VP of Education 3400 W. Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 (2 15) 243-5224 Fax #: (215) 243-5385 E-mail: [email protected] 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 exhibition 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 1 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 Programs In the Thick of Thinas (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. Rancocas Creek Association

Claudia McNamara, PhD President P.O. Box 345 Mt. Holly, NJ 08060 (609) 261-0563 Fax #: (609) 27-65 11

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 SecretaryITreasurer P.O. Box 723 Langhorne, PA 19047-0723 (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.

1 Materials Available Pollution updates are available on the web site. Riverbend Environmental Education Center

Director of Education 1950 Spring Mill Road Gladwyne, PA 19035 (6 10) 527-5234 Fax #: (610) 527-1 161 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.gladwynepa.codriverbend

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

Programs Offered Critters of the Creek $3.50-4.50lstudenth. Grades Pre-K - 12 Using hands-on exploration, role play, and chemical water testing (depending on gradelage), students will gain in- timate knowledge of eastern stream ecology and water quality. Students will locate and identify aquatic organisms, then participate in kinesthetic activities to understand how these organisms live, eat and die. Throughout the class, students will learn why water quality protection is important to stream ecology and to human health and industry.

Steam Ecology $4.50-5.50lstudentl2-3 Hours Grades 6- 12 Riverbend's stream, Saw Mill Run, is a primary order stream with a diversity of aquatic organisms. Students will use dichotomous keys and field guides 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 assess the influence of the entire watershed on the organisms and physical parameter of the stream. Then, using area maps, students will locate and identify the watersheds that encompass their homes and school, and develop a plan to assess and monitor the quality of the streams or rivers in those watersheds.

A Watershed Year $1,000110 watershed sessions120 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's relation to larger watersheds, erosion and eutrophication, and getting the idea across to others. In this holistic study, students gain hands-on knowledge of the factors that affect the quality of watersheds across the planet.

Schuvlkill River Canoe Tri~ $25/canoe +$ 1Olstudent Grades 5-12 (mid-April through mid-October) Take your class on a canoe trip on the Schuylkill River with Riverbend's experienced naturalists. 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. Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program

Dianne Murray Public Affairs Director 5333 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 104 Sarasota, FL 34234 (941) 359-5841 Fax #: (941) 359-5846 E-mail: [email protected]

Mission The Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program is one of 28 programs in the United States. Our mission is to restore Sarasota Bay to a more pristine quality, reclaim lost habitat, and encourage a sense of stewardship towards our natural resource, so future generations can enjoy a place we call "Paradise."

Materials Available Sarasota Bay Walk Brochure Gulf Coast Heritage Trail Brochure Recreational Opportunities for the Boater: Sarasota Bay Blueways Booklet Sarasota Bay Project Brochure Estuaries: Gateways to the Oceans Brochure The Great Waterway Cleanup Brochure Environmentally Friendly Landscaping in Florida Booklet Bay Waves Newsletter

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Kathy Bright or Dana Walker 8480 Hagy's Mill Road Philadelphia, PA 19128-1 998 (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 Field trips to multi-visit programs, outreach programs, aquatic lessons at the center, auditorium programs (such as birds of prey) and ECO-VAN (traveling water quality education classroom and laboratory). There are charges for these services. Schuylkill Riverkeeper Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Chari Towne Director P.O. Box 459 St. Peters, PA 19470 (6 10) 469-6005 Fax #: (6 10) 469-6025 E-mail: [email protected]

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

Programs Offered A variety of programs are available throughout the year, with a charge dependent upon the type of workshop.

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) 88 1-6402

Organization Description Scotland Run Park is the largest County Park in New Jersey 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 many 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 classroom 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 presentations, field trips, bird walks, Kids Nature Club (4H), guided nature walks, workshops, campfire programs, singles outdoor activities, and a volunteer program. 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.

Silver Lake Nature Center

Eddy Rubin Environmental Educator 1306 Bath Road Bristol, PA 19007 (215) 785-1 177 Fax #: (2 15) 785-3228

Organization Description Silver Lake Nature Center is a facility of Bucks County Department of Parks and Recreation, located on a 275-acre sanctuary in Bristol.

Materials Available "Froghorn ", a quarterly newsletter, is available with a minimum individual membership fee of $15.

Programs Offered Pond Studv (Grade 2) - What kind of community is found in a pond? Students will discover which creatures live in the muddy bottom or glide along the water's surface. Using nets, we will collect a variety of aquatic organisms and learn how plants and animals interact in wetland environments.

Water Wonders (Grade 5) - Students will be introduced to the concept of water cycles and watersheds. Using nets, we'll collect a variety of aquatic organisms. The students will asses the water quality of the lake, learn about the creatures collected and what their presence, or absence, reveals about human impact on a natural community.

Communities - Bristol Marsh (Middle School) - Discover a marsh up close and personal! The adventure begins with a tour of Bristol Borough where students learn about a human community. Next we'll examine marsh plants and the various niches they occupy in the marsh community. Students will enter the marsh and the mud as far as the tide, and the teacher, will allow. Children will learn why Bristol Marsh is valued for flood control and water filtration.

Darners, Dragons and Damsels - We can find these fascinating beauties near any body of water. Recognize the diversity of the species and understand their niche.

If your class is studying a subject not listed, we may be able to design a program geared to a specific topic (K-12). Various teacher-training opportunities are available. Soil and Water Conservation Society

75 15 Northeast Ankeny Road Ankeny, IA 5002 1-9764 (515) 289-2331 x 19 Fax #: (515) 289-1227 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.swcs.org

Materials Available Conservation Education Booklets (Ages 8-1 1) - 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 Activiw Guide (Grades 3-5) - Explains wetlands; includes games, outdoor activities and experi- ments.

South Branch Watershed Association, Inc. (SBWA)

Winnie Fatton Administrator Lecher House Echo Hill Environmental Area 4 1 Lilac Drive Flemington, NJ 08822 (908) 782-0422 Fax #: (908) 782-4473 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.eclipse.net/-sbwal

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. Compo- nents may be selected and adapted by individual teacher. Call for specifics. Stroud Water Research Center

James McGonigle Director of Education 970 Spencer Road Avondale, PA 193 1 1 (610) 268-2153 Fax #: (6 10) 268-0490 E-mail: [email protected] 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#l, Box 1051 Barnesville, PA 182 14-97 15 (570) 467-2404 Fax #: (570) 467-0234 E-mail: [email protected]

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 watershedlwater quality school and public programs are available for students in grades 6-12, fkee 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.

87 Tyler Arboretum

Chela Kleiber Education Director 5 15 Painter Road Media, PA 19063-4424 (610) 566-91 34 x 206 Fax #: (61 0) 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 Life at the Pond Students learn about the special needs of aquatic creatures, and their adaptations for survival. By examining samples from Tyler's pond and stream, students test their knowledge of these indicators of the health of our waterways. (Maximum 30 students)

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, PA 19147 (2 15) 27 1-4800 Fax #: (2 15) 27 1-4899

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. United Water Delaware & United Water Bethel

Joanne C. Rufft Manager Customer Service and Communications 2000 First State Blvd. Wilmington, DE 19804 (302) 633-5900 Fax #: (302) 633-592 1 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.unitedwater.corn/UWDE

Organization Description Water provider to over 100,000 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 brochures, 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.

,,/ Urban Tree Connection \

Saul Wiener Executive Director 5 125 Woodbine Avenue Philadelphia, PA 1913 1 (215) 877-7203 Fax #: (215) 877-7204 E-mail: [email protected]

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 park. 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. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Catherine Libertz Irene Purdy U.S. EPA, Region I11 U.S. EPA, Region I1 1650 Arch Street 290 Broadway, 24th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 New York, NY 10007-1866 (215) 814-2737 (2 15) 637-3845 FAX #: (2 15) 8 14-2782 [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 harmfil 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 111 at (21 5) 814-5 121 and the Public Outreach Branch, Communications Division in Region I1 at (212) 637-3675.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Chesapeake Bay Field Office 177 Admiral Cochrane Drive Annapolis, MD 2 1401 (410) 573-4583

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

Utah State University

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. Valley Forge Audubon Society

Thomas Reeves 3 11 Wyndmoor Road Springfield, PA 19064 (6 10) 544-42 17 Fax#: (610) 544-1810 [email protected] www.audubon.org/chapter/pa~vfas

Mission To preserve and build awareness of our environment through conservation, education and recreation.

Programs Offered Slide show presentations are available on birds, flowers, mammals, trees and butterflies.

The Watershed Program - Radnor Middle School

Paula Wynn 13 1 South Wayne Ave. Wayne, PA 19087 (610) 386-6300 Fax #: (610) 688-2491 E-mail: [email protected]

Materials Available 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. The Wetlands Institute

1075 Stone Harbor Blvd. Stone Harbor, NJ 08247- 1424 (609) 368-121 1 Fax #: (609) 368-387 1 Web site: www.wetlandsinstitute.org

Mission To promote appreciation and understanding of the vital role wetlands and coastal ecosystems play in the survival of life on this planet.

Materials Available Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) Curriculum Guides WOW! (Wonders of Wetlands) Curriculum Guides ($15) Other workshops are available for New Jersey teachers.

Programs Offered

Marsh Critters & Discoven, Walk Grades PreK-2 I Hour $3/student The salt marsh is home to a variety of special creatures. Students will discover the world of fiddler crabs and killi- fish as they explore this unique ecosystem.

Cycles of Life Grades 3-4 1% Hours $3.50/student Through activities, students discover food web connections among plants and animals within the interworkings of the marsh ecosystem.

Turtle Talk Grades 3-4 1% Hours $3.50/student Why does the diamondback terrapin cross the road? Examine the life history of this turtle; why they become so active during the spring and what they do during the rest of the year.

Estuary Grades 5-6 2 Hours $4/student Students will explore this habitat where land meets the sea, and develop an understanding of its connection with the coastal and wetland environment.

Horseshoe Crabs & Shorebirds Grades 5-12 2 Hours $4/student Students learn about the interconnectedness of life forms in the Delaware Bay area with emphasis on the relationship between horseshoe crabs and migrating shorebirds. This program can be followed up by a visit to the Bay during Spring migration.

Wetlands Ecology Grades 7-12 2 Hours $4/student Students will probe the many values of the wetland ecosystem through discussion followed by a hands-on experience of the marsh. Nets can be used to collect specimens.

Barrier Beach Ecology Grades 7- 12 2 Hours $4/student Travel &om the Institute to Stone Harbor Point to observe and examine beach and tidal pool plant and animal life. Sampling nets can be used. Scheduled during low tide.

If your class has special needs, please call to see if your interests can be accommodated. Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) - Corporate Lands for Learning (CLL)

Kim Lamphier Outreach Program Manager 10 10 Wayne Avenue, Suite 920 Silver Spring, MD 20901 (301) 588-8994 Fax #: (301) 588-4629 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.wildlifehc.org

Organization Description WHC works to increase the amount of quality wildlife habitat on corporate, private and public lands. CLL certifies corporate wildlife sites that have developed quality environmental education programs.

Materials Available 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 Valley Watershed Association (WVWA)

Judith Gratz Director of Environmental Education 12 Morris Road Ambler, PA 19002 (2 15) 646-8866 Fax #: (215) 654-7489 E-mail: [email protected]

Organization Description The WVWA is 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 WVWA 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. Delaware Estuary Teacher Education Institute

Each year, the Delaware Estuary Teacher Education Institute provides 30 teachers from Dela- 1 ware, 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 Estuary 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.

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P Professional instruction in content and themes of Estuary education. P Timely and teacher-tested educational materials from private and public agencies and educational institutions. 9 Training in preparation of effective Estuary lessons and experience in classroom delivery. P Exciting field trips in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. 9 Complimentary accommodations and meals. P A stipend upon successful completion of the Institute's requirements.

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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:

Ph/Yadehh/a Philadel~hiaI Water De~artmentm Public Education Unit I I0I Market Street, 3rd Floor WaferDe&mt Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19 107 2 15-685-6300

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Inc. I009 Philadelphia Pike Wilmington, Delaware 19809 -.I. 1 -800-445-4935 . ' e-mail: [email protected] I - - www.udel.edu/PDE/ Also, check out these exciting websites for more water wisdom:

Academy of Natural Sciences Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission 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 Protection Conservation and Natural Resources Agency Ofice of Water www.dcnr.state.pa.us1 www.epa.gov/ow/

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

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