Students will conduct chemical and physical tests to determine water quality along rural, suburban, and urban sections of the Milwaukee River. Aquatic invertebrates as indicators of water quality will also be studied. Positive and negative land use practices along the river will be explored on an all day watershed tour. Information and techniques for infusing watershed curricular materials into the classroom will be presented. Strategies for leading students in responsible environmental actions will be presented.
Class also includes a six hour canoe trip.