Where does the water in your faucet come from? If you live in the City of Ithaca, it is likely that your drinking water comes from Six Mile Creek and is then treated at the City’s Drinking Water Plant. Join the Community Science Institute for a tour of the plant with Laboratory Director and Watershed Coordinator, Roxanna Johnston. We’ll explore the plant to learn how water is pulled from the creek, treated, and supplied to residents and businesses in Ithaca. The tour will build upon basic concepts of water quality introduced during the “Wild Wetlands, Fantastic Filters” activity and provide participants with an understanding and appreciation of where their water comes from and how it is managed.

Programming is most appropriate for children ages 6-14, though all are welcome. A parent/guardian/chaperone must register as well and be present during the duration of the program. Space is limited, so sign up while there is still time! Registration will close 3 days before the event. If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so as soon as possible and at least one day in advance. You can call or text CSI at (607) 233-0811 or info@communityscience.org.

Kids can get a passport stamped at one of each type of Journey of Water program to earn a free Journey of Water t-shirt at the end of the summer.

All Journey of Water programming is free to all, made possible through support from the Park Foundation.