Requirements
- Discover where the water in your home comes from.
- Discuss how water can become polluted.
- Share some ways you can conserve water in your home.
- Discover how what in your community is treated to become safe to drink.
Tips and Tricks
- Maybe a longshot, but if you know someone who deals in wastewater management, this is an ideal time to bring them in. I’m looking forward to bringing in my father-in-law who has a strong background in waste water management who has taught me a lot over the years!
- Doing a little research ahead of time is required to map out where our water comes from and where it goes.
- Some collection of materials and prep ahead of time will be required for the water pollution demonstration.
- If you have the ability to do a tour of a waste water treatment facility, this may be an engaging way to directly connect your Scouts to their water.
Special Needs Considerations
- If you plan to visit a waste water treatment facility it is likely ADA accessible, but worth checking ahead of time.
References
Scouting America – Spirit of the Water