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resources for educators and individuals

We know that it will take all of us to keep our communities safe from pollution and create a healthy environment for our future generations. Our Education Team has put together a list of all of our educational services we can offer to your classroom and free materials you can download at your convenience. Our areas of expertise range from freshwater science, stormwater and nonpoint source pollution, recycling, composting, energy, and climate. If you are interested in seeing what WMEAC can supply your classroom or event in terms of equipment, models, and kits please visit our rental form here.

We are able to provide these resources to our communities because of your tax-deductible donations, so please support this work by donating today. Click here for more information on how you can support the access of environmental education for all.

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“May the Great Lakes Be with You” Outdoor Education Workshop

May 4 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

A small child holds a pine needle and is sparring with a clearwater crayfish also holding a pine needle. The pine needles are edited to look like lightsabers. "May the Great Lakes Be With You" is a quote from Aniclaw Riverwalker

May the Great Lakes Be With YOU – Ani-claw Riverwalker.

Join WMEAC’s education team for a fun Saturday of learning how the Great Lakes resides within us all. This is a FREE workshop for K-12 educators or those who are interested in pursuing environmental education. Please sign up by Tuesday, April 30th – registration link coming soon!

We will be exploring the wonderful natural spaces at Ken-O-Sha Park (1353 Van Auken St. Grand Rapids, MI 49508). Attendees will explore Plaster Creek by collecting aquatic macroinvertebrates with waders and nets, investigating water chemistry, and much more! You will gain new perspectives on the Great Lakes and plenty of resources and ideas to take home or to your classroom.

For questions please reach out to K.Hart at khart@wmeac.org

Venue

Ken-O-Sha Park
1353 Van Auken St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49508 United States

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