Education Resources
Already developed resources are listed below. If you have a green infrastructure or water related topic that you are interested in but don't see an existing resource, please contact:
Charley Schwartz, PE
850.606.1562
[email protected]
Charley Schwartz, PE
850.606.1562
[email protected]
Presentations
Stormwater Runoff 101This 15-20 minute presentation is a lighthearted introduction to the fundamental principles of stormwater runoff. It is targeted for younger audiences and youthful adults.
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Stormwater Pollutants 101This 15-20 minute presentation is a lighthearted introduction to the fundamental principles of water quality. It is targeted for younger audiences and youthful adults. Watching Stormwater Runoff 101 first is recommended.
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Leon County Basins & Water QualityThis presentation is intended for audiences high school and older. It covers local waterbodies, why they are special, how they are impacted, and how citizens can help protect them. While the presentation is not downloadable here, check out the interactive Water Quality Report at the following link:
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Invasive Plants & Aquatic AnimalsThis presentation can be aimed at any age group and covers everything from what are invasive species (vs native), what problems they present, how to identify them and how to control them. Associated documents can be downloaded below:
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Watershed Basics & BiologyThis presentation discusses watersheds and biology of lakes and streams as well as Best Management Practices for homeowners and waterbody management methods. The presentation is geared towards HOAs and neighborhood groups. For advanced audiences and those looking for more than just a brief overview would be best served.
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Experiments & Activities
Dirt Drainage RaceThis is an experiment where students test the infiltration rates of different types of soils in a fun interactive way. Materials may be checked out and the experiment demonstrated with advanced notice.
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Sediment SwirlThis experiment is a hands on activity that evaluates suspended sediments and the different settling velocities of different soil materials. Materials may be checked out and the experiment demonstrated with advanced notice.
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Videos
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Wakulla Springs & Floridan AquiferThis is a fantastic video about Wakulla Springs, Tallahassee's underground Floridan Aquifer, and sources of excess nitrogen. It was done by the City's TAPP program and provides a great visual illustration (including animations) of a topic that loses a lot of people when you try to explain it in words.
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