EDUCATION

WATERSHED ALLIANCE OF YORK

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WATERSHED EDUCATION

WAY seeks to restore and protect our ability to safely swim, fish, drink, use, and enjoy clean water everywhere. View current library and archived information from WAY and partners here. If you don't see what you're looking for, please let us know.

In-School Programs & Curricula

WAY's partners offer "Watersheds and Wetlands" in-school programs for grades 4-12, for a fee. These programs are designed for enhancing your student's in-door and out-door classroom experience. Our curricula and resources will help teachers achieve the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Environment & Ecology academic standards. We can customize each program to help satisfy your teaching needs.

Lesson Plans & Classroom Activities for Grades 4-12

Speakers Bureau

Do you need an interesting and knowledgeable speaker for your organization's next meeting? WAY offers knowledgeable and professional public speakers, free of charge. We can deliver public education and outreach programs to your consitutents, at your location.

Public Education Exhibit Display

Would you like WAY to provide a public education and outreach exhibit display at your event? Use the easy and convenient form on this page to request an exhibit display. Please give us at least 90-days notice, if possible.

When It Rains, It Drains Brochure

Workshops

Looking for opportunities to learn more about environmental stewardship what you can do to protect your watershed? WAY's Partners offer a variety of workshops for you to choose from and they are listed below. Most workshops are 2 hours in length and are free. Our schedule is flexible so you can schedule your workshop on weekdays or weekends. Don't see what you're looking for? We can design a workshop to meet the needs of your organization and community. Call us today to schedule a workshop at 717-840-7430.

Be Water Wise: Rainwater Conservation Barrel Construction

Video

Dirt! The Movie is an insightful and timely film that tells the story of the glorious and unappreciated material beneath our feet. One teaspoon of dirt contains a billion organisms working in remarkable balance to maintain and sustain a series of complex, thriving communities that impact our daily lives.

DIRT! The Movie (click here to watch)

Ever wonder about where all the stuff you own comes from and how? Watch The Story of Stuff to learn more about your impact on the world.

The Story of Stuff (click here to watch)

This interactive game illustrates our impact on the Earth through our lifestyle choices. You answer questions about everyday life choices and it calculates how many Earths we would need if everyone lived like you.

NEW! Consumer Consequences Game

Nature Centers

Codorus State Park

Eden Mill Nature Center

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Oakes Museum

PPL Preserves

Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve

Susquehanna Greenways Partnership

York County Parks & Recreation

Looking for something else?

Don't see what your looking for? WAY and Partners We can design a program specifically to meet the needs of your organization and community. Contact us today!

Request Education Assistance (click here)