Students conduct a complete stream assessment of this local watershed. Water samples are obtained during the field study of Muddy Run to conduct coliform bacteria testing by professionals. Students also document land usage and management practices in the watershed and any sediment or erosion problems observed. Smaller bug specimens are identified with microscopes at the school. The information gathered is used in different culminating activities related to identifying and resolving environmental degradation concerns.
Information is disseminated to other students for possible independent analysis projects.
KARE Aquatic Macroinvertebrates Field Manual For Water Quality Monitoring , Mark K. Mitchell, M.S. and William B. Stapp, Ph. Here two high school girls and two middle school boys conduct nitrate and phosphate tests. Explain how ecosystems change over time 4.7.