Kick off the Community Science Institute’s summer Journey of Water program series with a visit to the Montezuma Wetlands! We’ll journey to the north end of the Cayuga Lake watershed and learn about the Montezuma marshes that function as a natural filter helping to remove pollutants, toxins, and sediments from the water. You’ll get up close looks at diverse plants and animals that call the wetlands “home” making this a truly unique and very important ecosystem. After an immersive experience exploring the wetlands, we will try to build our own filter systems! All materials will be provided, and participants will apply some of what they learned about filtration and a bit of creativity to see what materials are most efficient to visually filter water the best.

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 prior to 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.