Welcome to Project WET for SW Idaho!
The WaterShed is a regional host of Project WET.
Established in 1984, Project WET is water education for Pre-K-12 teachers, informal educators and community members. The mission of Project WET is to advance water education to understand global challenges and inspire local solutions.
Project WET offerings:
Attend a WORKSHOP: Formal and informal educators, pre-service teachers, and community members can participate in Project WET workshops and receive a curriculum guide of their choice.
Check out KITS: Borrow free education kits and models through the WaterShed.
Connect to the PORTAL: Access additional activity resources and information using the special code inside your Curriculum Guide 2.0
Connect to DISCOVER WATER: Use this free site with students to give them an interactive way to better understand our water resources.
Connect to NATIONAL PROJECT WET: Visit the store, sign up for an online workshop, and see recent news.
Educator Workshops
Workshops train educators and community members on diverse water topics to promote water awareness. Participants will receive an activity guide of their choice containing Project WET water education activities.
Optional professional development credit for educators is available through Boise State University or Northwest Nazarene University. An outside assignment is required for those who are taking the workshop for credit. Participants register and pay $60 per credit online at the respective university website. A credit registration link will be emailed to participants before the workshop.
Project WET Early Learners Educator Workshop
June 6, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: The WaterShed, 6411 N. Ancell Avenue, Boise, ID 83714
Cost: $42; Registration required on the Boise Parks and Recreation web page. Or call Boise Parks and Recreation (208) 608-7680 and mention Activity #425004
This early learner-focused workshop will introduce Pre-K – 2nd grade educators and aspiring educators to activities and ideas for incorporating water education into their pedagogy. Workshop participants will dive into hands-on activities and explore nature near the Boise River. All participants will receive a curriculum guide. Professional development credit and STARS hours available.
Register Here
IDAH2O Master Water Stewards
June 27, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: The WaterShed, 6411 N. Ancell Avenue, Boise, ID 83714
Cost: $46; Registration required on the IDAH2O Master Water Stewards web page
The IDAH2O program trains adult volunteers to monitor water quality in local streams. This workshop includes a 3-hour asynchronous pre-class virtual session and a 4-hour hands-on field session in the stream. Learn about habitat, biological, chemical and physical stream assessments and become a certified IDAH2O Master Water Steward. Professional development credit available for educators.
Links to the on-line learning portion will be emailed in advance of the in-person practicum. Dress for wading in a stream; boots or waders encouraged. Bring water, sunscreen and a camp chair.
