Find a plastic relief map to use as an example, they are relatively inexpensive and can be found for every region of the state. Watershed adventures of a water bottle surfrider foundation. Watershed adventures of a water bottle alice ferguson. Watershed adventures of a water bottle tells the story of a water bottle s journey in the chesapeake bay watershed and atlantic ocean. It might be a wastetreatment plant, a drinkingwater treatment plant, a managed watershed, or a desalinization plant. Bottle water water is so apparently abundant, and yet increasingly precious for drinking, agriculture, and industry. Adventure filter water bottle filter water camping, lake. This week we are joining author jennifer chambers, the chesapeake bay trust, and blue water baltimore, in a blog tour to celebrate. In the spirit of alima, the watershed hero in watershed adventures of a water bottle, i will highlight the heroic activities of one person who is making a difference to improve the health of the chesapeake bay watershed. Registration is on a firstcome, firstserved basis, and space is limited. Andrews brewing company bacchus wine shop calaboose cellars.
Analysis of water use for water bottle production lisa. Best childrens books about water books that help children appreciate the value and importance of water on our planet. Since 1999, the water use it wisely conservation campaign has made smart water use fun, easy and practical for everyone by sharing tips on highly effective watersaving devices like a toothbrush, broom, and irrigation timer. People always say hydration is key for a healthy body, but so is personality. When girls have earned this award, theyll know the value of water and how to conserve it. Ranger activities and adventures for all ages wilderness explorer 50th anniversary edition. Watershed adventures of a water bottle by jennifer chambers all the way to the ocean by joel harper riparias river by michael j. Sharing access to the gifts of water binds family and community groups together. Some early studies on the flow of currents used a drift bottle to send a message asking the recipient to report where the bottle was found and when. A signed registration form and payment must be received before the beginning of camp.
Watershed management sewer system water solutions water cycle water management when it rains water quality urban planning something to do what others are saying reminder that rainwater flows directly from the storm system to the bay so please dont. This is an example of a watershed in action, with water flowing downhill picking up pollution as it goes. Watershed adventures of a water bottle tells the story of a water bottles journey in the chesapeake bay watershed and atlantic ocean. Check out this great childrens book that was recently published to help raise awareness about the impacts of plastic pollution and how kids can. The adventures of a plastic bottle by alison inches. The watershed education team is proud to deliver this resource as part of a program that helps metro vancouver students know where their water comes from, understand the value of this resource, recognize their. Wonders of water activity plan 1 love water award purpose. Mcdonnell,2,3 amod dhakal4 and kate sullivan5 1 international center for water hazard and risk management, public works research institute, tsukuba, ibaraki, japan 2 institute for water and watersheds and department of forest engineering, resources and management, oregon state university, corvallis, or, usa. Watershed adventures of a water bottle if you have young readers at home this is a great book about the outdoors and what can happen in our ecosystem when something disrupts it. Crumpled paper watershed alice ferguson foundation. Explanation define a watershed and explain how water drains off the land.
We suggest using maps to demonstrate the route water takes in your watershed. Growing concerns over climate change have popularized the idea of assessing an individuals carbon footprint. The land acquired was the source of yeararound water flow, the parks main water supply and the only source of potable water in the park. Support our supporters hiwassee river watershed coalition. A courageous water bottle traverses the great kitchen to recycle himself for eternal life, all the while being taunted by a pessimistic yoghurt pot, content with a life in the trash. Peek into this diary of a plastic bottle as it goes on a journey from the refinery plant, to the manufacturing line. Build a model of a watershed as an example for students roll up. Analysis of water use for water bottle production lisa dinicolantonio, emma hansensmith, sloane rice esm 121 water science and management 2 introduction california is in the midst of a severe water crisis, forcing residents to greatly reduce their water use by altering behavior and consumption use.
Water festival water festival the blair county conservation district offers its water festival to all 4th grade classes in blair county public and private schools. Adventures abound at your conservation 2020 preserves. In the story, james throws a wrapper and plastic bottle in the gutter and. What effect does solid waste have on the watershed, and how can we minimize solid waste pollution.
After watching the video a second time, write a central idea that this video teaches, and fill in the outline with specific. Contact us to find out how to join this generous group. Click here to learn about the features of your adventure filter water bottle. Follow along as a personified water bottle is accidentally blown from the garbage and makes its way through the watershed all of the way to the atlantic ocean. Hats, sunscreen and sunglasses are also encouraged. The reality of plastic after brainstorming the list of all the ways we use plastics in our daily life, show this video sharing the realities of the life cycle of many of our plastic. Caduto websites find your local watershed at the surf your watershed web page created by the united states environmental protection agency. Not all water flows directly to a bay or ocean, however. Npt purchased a 37acre parcel of land and transferred it to the national park service to become part of the monument, and completed the acquisition of lands within the boundaries of the park. Excellence in curricula and experiential learning program and was provided to.
Water challenge badge resource and activity guide food and. National parks adventure educator guide 1 fort worth museum of. We will reflect on our adventures in the watershed and students will. A pioneering project in making a raft using water bottles august 2008 in camp samac. Fill a disposable plastic bottle with water, put on the cap and put it in the freezer. From workouts to office life, your water bottle can be a conversation starter or bonding experience. Mobiletensaw delta region, up bottle creek to mound island for a fascinating trip in the nations second largest delta. Even hollywood has become sensitized to the issue of fresh water access, be it the latest james bond film or matt damons new water advocacy organization. You maynotseeatreasurerightaway,bu twhenyoufindit,thereisgreatvalue. The boundary of a watershed is the ridgeline of high land surrounding it, like the edge of a bowl. Watch a news video about the relationship between bottled water and tap water. Hiwassee river watershed coalition is grateful for all the businesses that demonstrated support over the past year for our efforts to sustain good water quality in our rivers, lakes and streams. Spray bottle full of bluecolored water preferably dyed blue.
Before calling, work with your teacher or parent to think of questions you can ask the water professionals that will help you develop a focused project. This groundwater remains in the soil, where it will eventually seep into the nearest stream. It was the first city in the united states to own and operate all three of its own utilities electric, telephone, and water. A watershed is all of the land that drains runoff from precipitation into a body of water, such as a creek, river, lake, bay or ocean. Corkscrew regional ecosystem watershed crew, an expansive. Watershed adventures of a water bottle alice ferguson foundation. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat. Create your own personalized adventure water bottle right here on zazzle.
As you watch, think about the important ideas and information in the video. This is to identify the uniqueness of every drinking products and how it differentiate from one another starting from the brand, volume, usage, manufacturer. Drop adventure story that shows their own ideas about what a good travel. There begin the adventures of james and isaac as they learn about. For more waterwise events and stories, check out our latest news. The adventures of a plastic bottle book by alison inches, pete. Pdf a watershedscale, citizen science approach to quantifying. Article pdf available in water research 147 october 2018 with 787 reads. Information on runoff issues in your community, surface water problems in your watershed, and current water monitoring efforts can be obtained by visiting those websites or calling the offices. The stations were funded through the round up for parks program, which enables park guests to. Upon reaching a storm drain, the personified water bottle travels the streams and rivers of washington, d. Watershed wild words may be horizontal or diagonal, left to right.
Water festival is a handson learning program at the school site where students travel to different stations described below. Build a watershed plum landing on pbs kids duration. Afternoon warmup cocoa with light snack will be provided. Just for fun, decorate and color the water bottle in this book or you own water bottle.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. We encourage the students to bring their cell phones on the field trips for safety and picture taking. Crumple a watershed 2 expedition northwest 4th grade earth science 2006, omsi. Find a plastic relief map to use as an example, they are relatively inexpensive. A small backpack will be needed for hiking and biking trips. Brainstorm ideas about why protecting a watershed is important. Spray bottle full of bluecolored water preferably dyed blue glitter or construction paper copy of activity sheet page 28 for each group member. Cut the cardboard or tag board to size, approximately 8. The bottle is made of rugged and lightweight tritan polymer, and it opens at the top and bottom for easy filling and cleaning. Please bring a water bottle, healthy snacks and a lunch each day.
Crumple a watershed 2 expedition northwest 4th grade earth science 2006, omsi fill clean spray bottles with tap water. When rain falls on dry ground, it can soak into the ground. The activities were selected and organized around the target concepts of altitude, velocity and acceleration i. Russian river watershed association 300 seminary ave, ukiah, ca 95482 7078332553. One voice, activism and motivation can inspire us all to make a positive impact in our local and global world. The adventures in rocket science activity matrix on page v organizes the activities by suggested grade level bands as well as target concepts. Choose from a selection of different styles, colors, designs and sizes.