Learn why and how to test for microorganisms, dissolved oxygen and pH, and what environmentally friendly methods are employed for processed sludge. The highlight may well be your trip to the top of the 14 story sludge digester eggs with an unsurpassed view of Boston Harbor and Skyline. Boat leaves Long Wharf at 9 a.m. and travels directly to Deer Island. Directions sent with confirmation. Dress for the weather and bring your own lunch and drink.
Trip goes rain or shine.
Head out to the MWRA s Wachusett reservoir in Clinton to learn where our water comes from and how it is captured, treated and distributed to Metropolitan Boston users. Then travel back along the water's route to the Southboro water testing laboratories and site of one of the construction shafts for new metro west tunnel. Finally we'll visit the distribution reservoir and 115 million gallon covered storage tank currently under construction in Weston. Directions sent with confirmation. Bring your own lunch and drinks.