[Biology-U-L] Wetland Workshops: December 1-2

[Biology Undergraduate List]

December 1, 2007

*WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands*

This 1-day workshop will introduce you to three parameters of wetlands 
(vegetation, soils, hydrology) as well as wetland functions and values 
through fun and interactive activities in lesson plan format that are 
correlated to National Science standards.  WOW! has been called, “the 
most comprehensive introduction to wetland issues and definitions” by 
the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), and 
is a recommended resource by the National Science Teacher’s Association 
(NSTA).

Location:  Oak Grove School

                 220 W. Lomita Ave.

                 Ojai, California

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $45 includes WOW! curriculum guide and all course materials.

 

December 2, 2007

*POW! The Planning of Wetlands*

This 1-day workshop introduces educators to the concept of schoolyard 
wetland habitats, including wetland design, construction, monitoring, 
project funding, and most importantly, their contribution as an 
extension of the classroom.  Studies show that habitat programs help 
boost academic achievement!  POW! takes you through the process of 
building a schoolyard wetland from start to finish using 25 exciting 
student activities in lesson plan format.

Location:  Oak Grove School

                 220 W. Lomita Ave.

                 Ojai, California

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $50 includes POW! curriculum, case study booklet and all course 
materials.

For more information or to register, visit www.wetland.org 
<http://www.wetland.org/>, call (410)745-9620 or e-mail 
teachwetlands at wetland.org


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Karleen Vollherbst

Senior Educator

Environmental Concern

410-745-9620

 

/Celebrating 35 Years of Wetland Stewardship/


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Sara Benjamin
"Once Upon a Wetland…" Project Director
Oak Grove School
220 West Lomita Avenue
Ojai, California 93023
 
805.895.1241
benjamin_sara at yahoo.com <mailto:benjamin_sara at yahoo.com>
_http://www.oakgroveschool.com/teaching/wetlands.html_
 










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