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Teacher's Guides to the Watersheds of
Camden & Gloucester Counties

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC), with several partners, has published two resource guides for area teachers. These guides to the Watersheds of Camden and Gloucester Counties will introduce students to the natural and cultural resources of their county, helping to instill in them a sense of place and stewardship for their environment. Learning about these resources will help students see the role we all play in our watersheds, develop their concern for the local environment, and take action to protect it.

Although designed for teachers, the Guides are useful references for anyone interested in water resources and environmental issues in Camden and Gloucester Counties. Over 130 pages, full color, illustrated.

Both resource guides provide the following information:

  • Definitions of a watershed and the water cycle;
  • Location of the watersheds that are wholly or partly in the County with maps and descriptions of each;
  • Summaries of the natural and human history of the County;
  • A description of drinking water sources in the County;
  • Threats to the watersheds and to drinking water;
  • What you can do to protect water quality and quantity;
  • Resources for teachers (community groups contacts, websites, activity guides, print resources, and watershed field trip destinations);
  • Glossary;
  • Appendices consisting of activities and lessons that teachers can utilize in the classroom;
A Teacher's Guide to the Watersheds of Camden County
Published for the Environmental Commission of Camden County, July 2003
All Camden County teachers may obtain a free printed copy by contacting the Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs at 856-858-5241 or sworaski@co.camden.nj.us. (while copies last.)
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To download a free .pdf copy, click on the links below.
Teacher's Guide for Camden County
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 A Teacher's Guide to the Watersheds of Gloucester County
Published for Rowan University and the Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds, September 2004
All Gloucester County teachers may obtain a free printed copy by contacting the Federation of Gloucester County Watersheds at 856-358-2148 or ccladybug5@hotmail.com. (while copies last.)
View the publication abstract and information on purchasing.
To download a free .pdf copy, click on the links below.
Teacher's Guide for Gloucester County
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