This is a hands-on field trip for students that are in 4th-12th grade. It offers a biblically-based overview of environmental health and conservation or water resources. Students will learn how to collect water samples and analyze them for various parameters such as turbidity, dissolved oxygen and pH. Students will provided with all necessary field guides, study materials and equipment but must bring their own writing utensil. Participants will meet at James A. Rutherford Park in Boca Raton, Florida (600 NE 24th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33431). Students must bring their own water and snacks.
Cost: $20 per person
Expenses: None. There is no park entrance fee.