Teaching the Wonders of the Nisqually Watershed
The Nisqually River Education Project’s (NREP) mission is to provide students service learning projects that link Washington State learning goals and standards with local environmental issues, inspiring stewardship of the Nisqually Watershed and the world. Our Nisqually watershed is a very special place, with abundant wildlife, wilderness, and diverse communities. We also have challenges to face. Climate change, the melting of the Nisqually Glacier, degradation of healthy rivers and streams, stormwater runoff- it can feel overwhelming at times. But here at the Nisqually River Education Project, we want to face those challenges head on, with you and your classroom by our side! We have important work to do and appreciate your willingness to engage your class in hands-on environmental service-learning. With activities like tree planting, salmon tossing, and water quality monitoring, we believe in the power of getting kids outside and engaged with nature. In short, the NREP seeks to create a new generation of students who have a true sense of stewardship for the Nisqually River watershed and southern Puget Sound.
For over 30 years The Nisqually River Education Project has successfully implemented watershed based education and environmental action projects which engage students and teachers in protecting and enhancing the water quality and salmon habitat of the Nisqually River watershed.
The NREP works with teachers and students throughout the Nisqually watershed. To request more information about our field experiences & teacher training, contact Davy Clark, NREP Program Director | 360.438.8715 | davy@nisquallyriver.org
