Water Academy

 Water Academy

What is Water Academy?
Water Academy is a college-level course offered by Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper for both formal and informal educators. A series of workshops explores current, local environmental issues and provocative solutions now being implemented in the Niagara River watershed. This program offers an extensive range of learning opportunities through:

• Field exploration
• Service learning projects
• Unique partnerships with local organizations:
  • Friends of Reinstein Woods
  • Western New York Land Conservancy
  • Buffalo Audubon Society
  • Earth Spirit Educational Services
  • PUSH Buffalo
  • Cradle Beach Camp
  • The Nature Sanctuary Society

  Benefits for teachers:

  • Earn a $600.00 stipend (must complete course to receive stipend)
  • Earn Continuing Education credits (check with your institution)
  • Learn about current, local issues from diverse presenters & partners
  • Receive adaptable lesson plans for your classroom
  • Field experience

  Dates

  Fall 2017 semester dates: August 30 – December 6
  Workshops are held Wednesdays from 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
  Draft Fall 2017 Water Academy Course Schedule

  Apply for Water Academy

  Water Academy Fall 2017 Application

  Please read the application form carefully for information on applying for a stipend and Continuing Education credits. Teachers seeking Continuing Education credits must submit this application to Reinstein Woods AND apply for Water Academy online at www.ecc.edu. Deadline to apply is July 31, 2017.

  For more information, contact Brittany Rowan (Reinstein Woods) at 716-683-5959 x205 or Robbyn Drake (Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper) at 716-852-7483 x12.

  Note: Water Academy is not affiliated with the “Day in the Life of the Buffalo River” event. If you wish to apply for “Day in the Life”, please visit our Day in the Life page.