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Watershed Model Training

Training the Trainers

Posted on 03/14/2023

Tracing Our Water’s Path

The newest WSA training model allows teachers and students to trace the path of water we use from the rivers through the water treatment plant process and back to the residential and commercial uses. Participants are captivated by the hands-on demonstration as they draw real water from the river and send it to the water treatment plant for processing. There is even a section on biosolids, septic tanks, and stormwater. This teaching model communicates to all ages.

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