E D G E W O O D  W A T E R S H E D   E D U C A T I O N
C O N N E C T I O N   ( E W E C )

Welcome! The Edgewood Watershed Education Connection (EWEC), sponsored by Edgewood College and many collaborators, promotes networking, education, and public involvement around local ecological and cultural issues. This site is for teachers, students, and the general public interested in furthering their knowledge of watersheds and education.

The Watershed Concept
Watersheds provide a rich and powerful focus for education and resource management.

Maps and Mapping (including GIS)
Used by the EWEC to encourage citizens -- from individuals to entire classrooms -- to become more effective partners in promoting ecosystem health in their watersheds.

Ecosystem Health
How to promote ecosystem health in your watershed.

Phenology
The amazing response of plants and animals to weather and seasonal cycles.

Worms!
Get down and dirty with these fascinating critters!

We also have some activities which help you meet Wisconsin state standards.

If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email the EWEC at lorman@edgewood.edu.