Water Wise Workshops

State Senator Jamie Eldridge shared his interest in water resource stewardship at OAR’s Water Wise Workshop at Lake Chauncy in Westborough.

Click here to see pictures from Senator Eldridge's visit.

These free community outdoor workshops offer children ages 6-10 a hands-on chance to explore rivers, creatures, water conservation, and much more in the Assabet River watershed.

The 2010 workshops will be held from July 6th to August 13th in each of the following towns:
Tuesdays: Fort Meadow Reservoir in Marlborough
Wednesdays: Lake Chauncy in Westborough
Fridays: Lake Boon in Stow

They will run from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Call the OAR office at (978) 369-3956 to register or get more information.

Click here for more information.

OAR is able to offer the 2010 workshops thanks to support from Intel Massachusetts and Rohm and Haas.

Water Wisdom One Drop at a Time
Protecting water resources for people and the wildlife that depend on them will require the efforts of multiple generations. Since 2004, OAR has offered the six Water Wise Workshops on principles of ecology and sustainability for children ages 6 – 10. Through demonstrations, hands-on activities, lively group discussions, and personal interactions with plants and wildlife, the participants are encouraged to look closer at their own relationships with the environment and build on their knowledge of the natural world. They provide a fun way for kids to learn about rivers, lakes and ponds, the plants and animals that are a part of their ecosystem, and what they can do to protect them.

Informational Video:
Please enjoy this informational video on the 2007 workshops and consider becoming a financial supporter.

Photographs:
Click here to see pictures from the 2009 workshops.