DCNR is hosting a hands-on, professional development workshop for K-12 educators on the Aquatic WILD curriculum. Participants will explore aquatic ecosystems and gain practical lesson plans, fieldwork experience, and strategies aligned with PA STEELS standards.  Earn 5.5 Act 48 hours.

The award-winning Project WILD Aquatic K-12 Curriculum & Activity Guide utilizes a simple, science-based format to cover concepts, principles, & issues related to aquatic wildlife, aquatic habitats & ecosystems, & actions for sustaining aquatic species & habitats. Each activity contains all the info. needed - from objectives to extended learning. The Aquatic WILD activities are interdisciplinary covering Science, ELA, Math, Social Studies, & more. Participants will explore aquatic ecosystems and gain practical lesson plans, fieldwork experience, & strategies aligned with PA STEELS standards. This PD is for any educator who is interested in teaching about aquatic wildlife & ecology such as classroom teachers, non-formal educators, school administrators, youth leaders, homeschoolers, & more. Register NOW. Questions? Contact the Presque Isle State Park Office at 814-833-7424 or presqueislesp@pa.gov.