Stream Science

Week Three: 
Stream Science, July 6 – 10

Stream Science Adventures: Ages 5-7
Stream Science Explorers: Ages 8 – 11

Description:

Explore a variety of stream habitats, including Wildcat Creek and Strawberry Creek. Follow their pathways to identify unique stream features including riffles and pools, small islands and bridges. Create and float mini nature-boats on creek waterways. Meet aquatic invertebrates and study their amazing adaptations for life in flowing water. Assess the health of a stream habitat, test water quality and compare and contrast natural and urban streams. Identify streamside plants and create beautiful stream art. Learn about the importance of conserving freshwater for all life on earth and the actions you can take to conserve water every day.

Drop Off and Pick Up Locations:

Day	Date	Drop-off Location	Pick-up Location
Monday	July 6	Orchard Picnic Area	Orchard Picnic Area
Tuesday	July 7	Cordonices Park, Berkeley	Cordonices Park, Berkeley
Wednesday	July 8	Orchard Picnic Area	Orchard Picnic Area
Thursday	July 9	Strawberry Creek, UC Berkeley Campus	Strawberry Creek, UC Berkeley Campus
Friday	July 10	Lake Anza (Drop-off is on the grassy field by the Parking Lot)	Lake Anza (Pick-up will be down the hill and through the Lake Anza Gate)

* Bus transportation for field trips is provided by KIDS for the BAY.