EM3050 Activity: River Steward Reflection
OBJECTIVES
To reflect on the impact of these 30/50 Activities and your sense and understanding of being a “River Steward.”
MATERIALS
Any medium of your choice
ACTIVITY
As stated in Activity #4, at the most simple level, being a steward is about “tending to what we love.” (Per the words of Ross Gay in a July 25, 2019 conversation with Krista Tippett on On Being.) At a more complex level, being a water steward builds on the connection we feel, and moves into active engagement with the many facets of caring for the water.
If you looked at your reflection in the water, what would it say about your River Stewardship? What elements of understanding the science of water, the engineering of our water systems, the environmental risks to clean water, and your safe enjoyment of water recreation most resonate with you?
Draw a picture, take a photo, jot down some words -- tell us what makes you a water steward!
Email or post your response!
River Steward Self Assessment
What’s your science knowledge?
___ Water Cycle
___ Bodies of water as a system: it’s all interconnected
___ Healthy water/dirty water
___ Things that pollute: fertilizers, artificial turf, pharmaceuticals, plastics, etc.
___ Management of invasive species
How does science knowledge help us make better decisions as individuals and communities?
How do we manage our water ways?
___ Water treatment and sewage
___ How do we make sure there is enough water for everyone
___ Water levels and climate change
___ Water storage and dams
___ Water governance and conservation
___ Leave No Trace principles
How does understanding waterways issues help us make better decisions?
Enjoying our local waterways
___ Recreational opportunities, such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking
___ Swimming -- how do we know it is safe?
___ Practicing safety in and on the water
___ Can we drink the water?
___ Celebrate water! International Water Day
How does knowing how to enjoy recreational activities make us better River stewards?
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