Salt Watch and Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences for Youth

• In Event: Bright Spots—Group 16

Session Submission Type: 10-Minute Bright Spot

Summary

Students learn the impacts of road salt on waterways through regular chloride testing with Salt Watch during the school year. Data are shared with the Izaak Walton League through their Clean Water Hub. Students truly have Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences through this project.

Sub Unit

• Advancing Civic Engagement and Sustainable Communities

Presenters

• Wendy Kedzierski, Creek Connections - Allegheny College

• Laura Branby, Creek Connections, Allegheny College