Shawn M. Garvin, DNREC Secretary, takes a close look at a moth under the microscope. DNREC photo.
Annual Event Highlights the Importance of Protecting Water Resources
Five elementary schools hosted the annual Make a Splash Festival Wednesday. This event educates students about the diversity of estuary life as well as the importance of Delaware’s water resources.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental ControlThe event is co-sponsored by the DNREC. It is held every year at the St. Jones Reserve, a component Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve(DNERR), as well as the Department of State Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs John Dickinson PlantationNear Dover
Students visited stations that focused on the history and current uses Delaware’s water resources, such as recyclings impact upon clean waterways and a wetland walkway. Students were able to participate in the Incredible Journey: Water Cycle, singing sea songs and submerging themselves in all forms of water.
Shawn M. Garvin, DNREC Secretary, stated that Make a splash is a great way for students to connect what’s happening in their classrooms with what’s happening in the environment. We hope to inspire the next generation Delaware’s water resource stewards by making these connections.
Participants included students from Lighthouse Christian School and John Bassett Moore as well as South Dover, Townsend, South Dover, and Rehoboth elementary school.
Delaware’s success in bringing together natural and cultural resources is a win, according to Tim Slavin (director of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs). Special thanks to DNREC, for their long-standing partnership with HCA at Make-A-Splash.
This year’s event featured volunteers and presenters from the DNREC Divisions of Climate, Coastal and Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Stewardship and Waste and Hazardous Substances, and representatives from John Dickinson Plantation, New Castle County Conservation District, University of Delaware, and the Delaware Department of Agriculture Delaware Forest Service.
The event is organized and coordinated by a steering committee consisting of John Dickinson Plantation and DNERR.
About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is responsible for protecting and managing the state’s natural resources. It also provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans on the environment. The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy uses science, education, policy development and incentives to address Delaware’s climate, energy and coastal challenges. Visit the WebsiteConnect with @DelawareDNREC Facebook, TwitterOr LinkedIn.
Media Contacts: Michael Globetti, [email protected] or Jim Lee, [email protected]
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Shawn M. Garvin, DNREC Secretary, takes a close look at a moth under the microscope. DNREC photo.
Annual Event Highlights the Importance of Protecting Water Resources
More than 370 students from five elementary school participated in Wednesday’s annual Make a Splash festival. This event educates students on the importance Delaware’s water resources as well as the diversity of estuary lives.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental ControlThe event is co-sponsored by the DNREC. It is held every year at the St. Jones Reserve, a component Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve(DNERR), as well as the Department of State Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs John Dickinson PlantationNear Dover
Students visited stations that focused on the history and current uses Delaware’s water resources, such as recyclings impact upon clean waterways and a wetland walkway. Students were able to participate in the Incredible Journey: Water Cycle, singing sea songs and submerging themselves in all forms of water.
Shawn M. Garvin, DNREC Secretary, stated that Make a splash is a great way for students to connect what’s happening in the environment to what they are learning in school. We hope to inspire the next generation Delaware’s water resource stewards by making these connections.
Participants included students from Lighthouse Christian School and John Bassett Moore as well as South Dover, Townsend, South Dover, and Rehoboth elementary school.
Delaware’s success in bringing together natural and cultural resources is a win, according to Tim Slavin (director of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs). Special thanks to DNREC, for their long-standing partnership with HCA at Make-A-Splash.
This year’s event featured volunteers and presenters from the DNREC Divisions of Climate, Coastal and Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Stewardship and Waste and Hazardous Substances, and representatives from John Dickinson Plantation, New Castle County Conservation District, University of Delaware, and the Delaware Department of Agriculture Delaware Forest Service.
The event is organized and coordinated by a steering committee consisting of John Dickinson Plantation and DNERR.
About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is responsible for protecting and managing the state’s natural resources. It also provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans on the environment. The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy uses science, education, policy development and incentives to address Delaware’s climate, energy and coastal challenges. Visit the WebsiteConnect with @DelawareDNREC Facebook, TwitterOr LinkedIn.
Contact Media: Michael Globetti, [email protected] or Jim Lee, [email protected]
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Similar Topics: Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve, DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin, Earth Day, education, St. Jones Reserve
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