Wetlands are not all alike. Nebraska has four major categories of wetlands located across the state. For more information check, Guide to Nebraska s Wetlands and Their Conservation Needs , a free guide from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. As a means of introduction, obtain and view a video of Nebraska Wetlands. Since wetlands do not always appear wet, they are not always recognized.
Hydric soils have a spherical soil component surrounded by air spaces occupied by water.
Take one of the containers and using the end of a scissors create 5 drainage holes. When this container is completed it will be placed on top of the two pencils in the pie pan to allow for drainage of the wetland. Place a layer of small gravel in both containers. Place a layer of sand and then soil in both containers. Create a slope by packing the materials higher on one side within each, leaving a lower spot on the one side.