How did that stream get there?  Using hands-on activities, students determine the factors involved in stream formation, including water source, substrate, incline, velocity, and turbidity.  We then journey to the East Branch Creek to identify how these factors influenced the formation of the stream.

Fee:  $10 per student  for a half day program($100 minimum per class) / $15 per student for a full day

*Fee includes half day or full day program at the Conservancy and detailed Teacher Pre & Post-Trip information packet.

PDE Academic Standards covered by this lesson include:

Under Watersheds and Wetlands

4.1.4A  Identify various types of water environments

4.1.7B  Understand the role of a watershed

Under Earth Sciences

3.5.4A  Know basic landforms and earth history

3.5.7A  Describe earth features and processes