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Field Trips & Classroom Lessons
Pierce Conservation District staff partner with schools to offer in-class lessons and field experiences related to natural resources. We are always excited to engage kids in learning about their environment through activities such as viewing aquatic life through a microscope, testing the quality their local stream, and many others.
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Children's Water Festival
Pierce Conservation District coordinates the Children's Water Festival, an annual event that brings 5th graders from around the County for a day of learning about water quality and conservation. In 2015, over 860 students participated. Hands-on activities were hosted by local professionals from non-profits, environmental educators, and local and state agencies.
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Envirothon
Envirothon is a nationwide program that brings together high school students interested in natural resources and environmental science. The fun and competitive spirit of Envirothon motivates students to learn about real-world problems and solutions. The Pierce Conservation District is committed to encouraging the participation of local teams, and may be able to provide assistance in the form of study materials, transportation, or other support that a team might need. Plus, if a Pierce County team wins regionals, the District will pay the team’s registration for the state competition!
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Environmental Education at Home
During the school closures, the Environmental Education team is sharing lessons, activities, and home projects.
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Puyallup Watershed Salmon Homecoming
Join us as we celebrate and learn about the salmon that spawn in the Puyallup watershed! The 2020 Salmon Homecoming Celebration will be held virtually during the month of October. This annual event is typically held at the historic Puyallup hatchery. Visit www.facebook.com/puyallupsalmon/ to see videos, activities, and resources as they're posted throughout the month of October.
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Contact Us
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Jayme Gordon
Habitat Improvement & Environmental Education Program Director
JaymeG@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770 ext. 102
Chris Towe
Environmental Education Program Manager
ChrisT@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770 ext. 112
Mary Krauszer
Shorelines Program Manager
maryk@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770 ext. 113
Ryan Bird
Habitat Improvement Coordinator
RyanB@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770
Rebecca Crust
AmeriCorps Service Member
Conservation Education Specialist
Rcrust@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770 ext. 119
AmeriCorps Service Member
Kela Hall-Wieckert
Habitat Improvement Specialist
kelahw@piercecd.org
Phone: 253.845.9770 ext. 129