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BOOKS AND ARTICLES | TEACHING MATERIALS | WEB SITES RESOURCE PEOPLE | PLACES TO VISIT RESOURCES |
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BOOKS AND ARTICLES | TEACHING MATERIALS | WEB SITES RESOURCE PEOPLE | PLACES TO VISIT RESOURCES |
Books:
Beneath Pepacton Waters. Jacobson, Alice, H. Pepacton Press, 1988. RR1 Box 151, Andes, NY 13751.
Conservation of Water and Related Land Resources. Black, Peter E. 1987. Rowman & Littlefield. 81 Adams Drive, Totowa, NJ 07512.
Drinking Water Quality Concerns of New York City, Past and Present. Iwan, Gerald R. New York City Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Supply. New York, NY 10003.
Environmental Education Program: Curriculum in Science Field Studies Grades K-6. 1997. Mohonk Preserve, Inc. New Paltz, N.Y. 268 pp. 8.5x11" $31.00 three-ring notebook. (845) 255-0919.
Designed to supplement environmental education programs offered at Mohonk Preserve. Activities, based on NYSED science requirements, are grouped by fall and spring and cover a variety of topics, including plant and animal life in various habitats, water, Native Americans, and geology.Guide to Freshwater Animals Without Backbones.. de Strulle, Arlene, Johnson, Tora. The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development, Inc., 1997. Route 28 Arkville, NY 12406. A copy of this guide may be purchased by teachers from the Center for $10.95.
This guide was written for middle and high school teachers and their students who wish to collect and identify aquatic invertebrates from local streams, lakes, and ponds. A great book for combining fun and academic learning.A Guide to New York City's Reservoirs and Their Watersheds. Goldstein, Eric A., Marx, Robyn. Natural Resources Defense Council, 1993.
Liquid Assets, The Story of the New York City Water Supply System.. Galusha, Diane. Purple Mountain Press, 1999. Main Street, Fleischmanns, NY 12430.
This 300 page book, including over 180 photographs, provides an in-depth history to the NYC water supply system, from it's very beginnings in the 1800's through the debates in the 1990's, and the signing of the MOA in 1997. The historical development is even traced through many first person accounts, and provides not only the social history of the communities, but engineering and technical information as well. Included in the appendix is a statistical summary of the entire system (East and West of Hudson Watersheds).Lost Villages. Robinson Sive, Mary. Delaware County Historical Society, 1998. Route 2, Box 201C, Delhi, NY 13753-9648.
The Official Captain Hydro Water Conservation Workbook. Homitz, Marilynne, Homitz, Wallace, Johnson, Bob. East Bay Municipal Utility District, 1992. P.O. Box 24055, Oakland, CA 94623.
Old Neversink and Surroundings. Kortright, Agnes R. 1996.
Project WET: Curriculum & Activity Guide. The Council for Environmental Education. 1995. Bozeman, Montana. (406) 994-5392
An excellent guide on teaching strategies, curriculum and activities for all grade levels on water education. The book is only available at Project Wet workshops.Schoharie County Historical Review. Schoharie County Historical Society. Spring-Summer 1975. No. 1, vol. XXXIX.
Stories of Old Gilboa. 1988-89 4th Grade Class of Gilboa-Conesville Central School. P.O. Box 6, Wycoff Rd, Gilboa, NY 12076.
A collection of news articles from the past and interviews of local residents who lived though the construction of the Schoharie Reservoir, and consequently, the loss of their village. Book organization and interviews conducted by 4th grade students of Gilboa-Conesville Central School.Stormwater Runoff: Solving the Problems. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Water Quality. Public Participation Section. 50 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12233-3501.
The Story of Drinking Water. Bock, Rosalie. 1990. American Water Works Association. 6666 West Quincy Avenue, Denver, CO 80235.
Streamkeepers Field Guide: Watershed Inventory and Stream Monitoring Methods. Cheo, Martha, Murdock, Tom and O'Laughlin, Kate. 1991.1996 Adopt-A-Stream Foundation. Everett, WA. 296 pp. 8.5 x 11" soft cover $29.95 (206) 316-8592.
How streams and their surrounding watersheds function, detailed methods on watershed inventory and stream monitoring for volunteers, tips on presenting data, and how putting watershed inventory and stream monitoring is used in the protection and restoration of our nation's streams. Excellent source book on stream monitoring for teachers and community members.Summary Guide to the terms of the Watershed Agreement. Budrock, Helen. The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development, Inc. 1997. Route 28, Arkville, NY 12406.
Time and The Valley. Grace, Barbara and Thomas, Gridley, Inez George, Low, Frank E, Terwilliger, Katherine. Town of Neversink Bicentennial Commission. 1978.
Township of Neversink 1798-1998. Ackerley, Loretta. 1998
Water For Millions: At What Cost?. Lee, Cara. Scenic Hudson, Inc. 9 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Watershed Views- a public opinion survey on the New York City Watershed. Pfeffer, Max J., Stycos, J. Mayone. Report #6. Cornell University, 1996. Warren Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853.
A survey conducted by Cornell University in which over 700 interviews were conducted in order to trace a change in public opinion as the controversy grew between NYC and the upstate towns. The survey addresses issues of concern, knowledge of watershed-related issues, and peoples attitudes towards NYC.The Ways of the Watersheds. Haskin, Kathleen M. Frost Valley YMCA. Claryville, N.Y. 248 pp. 8.5x11" $30.00 unbound. (845) 985-2291.
An educator's guide to the environmental and cultural dynamics of New York City's water supplies. Curriculum material includes hydrology, geology, ecology, pollution, development and technology of NYC's watershed.
Periodicals:
The Catskill Mountain News. "Loss of East Branch Valley Has Been Greatest Change". Centennial Edition. August 15, 1963. Margaretville, NY 12455.
Videos:
West Hurley Library Presents: The Ashokan Reservoir. West Hurley Library. 1998. 42 Clover Street, West Hurley, NY 12491.
This is an excellent 35 minute video displaying the building of the Ashokan Reservoir. It covers all of the bases, some great photos. It can be purchased from the library for $8 for schools/non-profit organizations, or $15 for the public, $12 for seniors. Shipping is an extra $4, or it can be picked up from the West Hurley Library. If purchasing for the school, you must send a school check. (845) 679-6405.Building of the Ashokan Reservoir, 1906-1916: A Photographic Exhibition. Empire State Railway Museum, Inc. 1998. High Street, Phoenicia, NY 12464.
This video is based on an exhibit of historic photos that was displayed at the Empire State Railway Museum in 1998. It is available from the museum, (845) 688-7501, open 11 to 4 weekends and holidays.Posters:
Bob Dibble
Natural Resource Conservation Service
Time Square Office Park, Suite 202
652 Route 299, Box 1475
Highland, NY 12528
1-888-LANDCAREMaps:
United States Geological Survey, Map Sales
Box 25286, Federal Center, Bldg. 810
Denver, CO 80225
Telephone: 1-800-435-7627Other:
The Groundwater Foundation
PO Box 22558
Lincoln, NE 68542-2558
The Groundwater Foundation has a free catalog including inexpensive groundwater flow models, activity books, water trivia game, publications on (for example) how to put on a water festival.
Adopt Your Watershed (USEPA) www.epa.gov/adopt
Adopt Your Watershed allows you to learn about organizations active in your watershed! Over 5,500 watershed groups are listed. Also includes tools and resources to help new groups get started.American Museum of Natural History www.amnh.org/science/biodiversity/index.html
The Center for Biodiversity web site includes interesting information on aquatic insects and plants that are discussed within the Water Resource module.Benthic Ecology and Aquatic Entomology www.chebucto.ns.ca/Science/SWCS/benthos.html
A homepage with a comprehensive set of links to various sites for macroinvertebrates, biomonitoring, and water quality impacts.Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum www.cffcm.org
Located in Sullivan County, the Fly Fishing Center and Museum offers educational programs and exhibits. To learn what is going on there and about their programs, visit the web site or email the Center at flyfish@catskill.netCatskill Watershed Corporation www.cwconline.org
Established to carry out watershed protection programs of the Watershed Agreement. Web site contains some historical photos and interesting information about the watershed area.Common Aquatic Insects members.tripod.com/tdriskell/insecta.html
A page with pictures of orders of aquatic insects and links to other sites with images and identification keys of macroinvertebrates.Delaware River Basin Commission www.state.nj.us/drbc
DRBC coordinates the annual Delaware Water Snapshot, a student watershed monitoring effort you can take part in.Delaware River Basin's Ed. Web! www.state.nj.us/drbc/edweb/edweb.htm
An educational resource to help teachers and students of all ages learn about the Delaware River Watershed and general water issues. Sections on the site include: watershed maps, educational resources (lesson plans), upcoming opportunities, environmental field trip ideas, links to some informative web sites, and general information about the Delaware River Basin.Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) www.ci.nyc.ny.us/dep
Web site contains educational activities for kids, interesting info about the water supply system, and current press releases.The Groundwater Foundation www.groundwater.org
This organization advocates groundwater protection and provides resources for teachers.Guide to Freshwater Invertebrates www.seanet.com/~leska/Online/Guide.html
A simple guide to the orders of macroinvertebrates, along with some ecological information, and images.Hanford Mills Museum Old-Engine.com/hanford.htm
This museum, located in northern Delaware County, exhibits the some of the oldest working sawmills, gristmills and woodworking shops. A huge, working, waterwheel is another attraction. Visit this site to learn more about this unique historic attraction.Hudson Basin Riverwatch www.hudsonbasin.org
The goal of Hudson Basin River Watch (HBRW) is to improve the ecological integrity of the Hudson River and all its tributaries through education, monitoring, and stewardship. HBRW is a vital and growing partnership of over 100 school and citizen groups and dozens of environmental organizations and water resource agencies. This web site has an area for data posting and exchange by schools that sample throughout the watershed and Catskills.Izaak Walton League of America Save Our Streams www.iwla.org
This is one of the oldest and largest volunteer monitoring programs in the country. This web site has all types of information. You will find what you are looking for here.Kentucky Water Watch Key fluid.state.ky.us/ww/bugs/orderkey.htm#2
This is a great online key that provides identification down to the order level of the various benthic macroinvertebrates you may find in streams.Missouri Stream Team www.rollanet.org/~streams/macroinv/
A fantastic site that has images of all the major macroinvertebrates and information about them, along with other water quality monitoring material.Neartica - Insects www.neartica.com/nathist/insects/aquatic.htm
This site focuses on mayflies, stoneflies, and caddisflies and provides information and images of each.Ohio State University Extension www.ag.ohio-state.edu/~waternet
This site provides information about how to get involved in volunteer monitoring in your state's Cooperative Extension program and an information exchange area.River Network www.teleport.com/~rivernet/
This site is a journey beneath the surface of a dynamic organization that's developed a blueprint for river conservation based on cooperative strategies and grassroots energy. Their approach is largely based on macroinvertebrate and chemical monitoring protocols.Rivers Online rol.freenet.columbus.oh.us/Insects.html
A web site that contains various aquatic insect larva and adult forms, stream monitoring information, and a macroinvertebrate identification key that can be downloaded.Theodore Gordon Fly Fishers www.tgf.org
This conservation and fly fishing group whose dual mission is to preserve and enhance the coldwater fisheries that sustain our sport as well as to promote and nourish the rewards of fellowship derived from a unique company of friends.United States Geological Survey www.usgs.gov
Get live stream flow data, participate in Frogwatch, locate GIS data. The education portion of the site is at www.usgs.gov/education. Learn how biology, geology, hydrology, and geography can help us understand our changing world. Classroom activities. Free posters.USGS - NYS Surface Water Conditions wwwdnyalb.er.usgs.gov/rt-cgi/gen_tbl_pg
This site has daily and sometimes hourly stream flow data for the gaging stations in New York State. Data includes flow, stage, and water temperature. You can even compare the current data to that collected over the last several years.Volunteer Monitoring Homepage (USEPA) www.epa.gov/owow/monitoring/vol.html
This site provides electronic versions of many of the EPA's volunteer methods manuals and brochures, as well as The Volunteer Monitoring newsletter.Water What-Ifs www.ncsu.edu/sciencejunction/depot/experiments/water/macro/
This web site was designed to be a teaching and learning tool for teachers as well as students, and encourages inquiry investigations of water quality. Several lesson plans are provided; for pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen, nitrates/phosphates, and macroinvertebrate surveys.Watershed Agricultural Council www.nycwatershed.org
Info on WAC and whole farm planning in the city watershed.
Aaron Bennett, Catskill Region Watershed Coordinator, Hudson Basin River Watch / The Catskill Center, Route 28, Arkville, NY 12406. (845) 586-2611 or educat@catskill.net. Coordinates stream monitoring programs in schools and with volunteer groups throughout the Catskill Mountain region. Monitoring equipment for can be borrowed from HBRW and The Catskill Center for use during field trips. Contact if you are interested in setting up monitoring programs at your school, or would like assistance on field trips.
Martha Cheo, Mid-Hudson Coordinator, Hudson Basin River Watch, P.O. Box 37G, East Greenwich, NY 12865. (845) 256-9316 or mcheo@email.msn.com. Coordinates stream monitoring programs in schools throughout the Hudson Valley region and organizes a "Mid-Hudson Watershed Congress" annually. Monitoring equipment for can be borrowed from HBRW for use during field trips.
Nathan Chronister, Director of Education, The Catskill Center for Conservation and Development, Route 28, Arkville, NY 12406. (845) 586-2611 or educat@catskill.net. Coordinates the Catskills Sense of Place program. CCCD educators are available for classroom visits and field trips.
Sandra Dawson, Education & Outreach Program, Watershed Agricultural Council, RR1 Box 74, Walton, NY 13856. (607) 865-7790. Offers presentations on agriculture in the city watershed.
Kim Estes-Fradis, Director of Education, NYCDEP, 59-17 Junction Blvd., Corona, NY 11368. (718) 595-3506. Contact to arrange tours of DEP water supply and wastewater treatment facilities. DEP also has publications on water conservation and the NYC supply system.
Diane Galusha, Education Coordinator, Catskill Watershed Corporation, Main Street, Margaretville, NY 12455. (845) 586-1400 or galusha@catskill.net. Offers public programs on the watershed, its history, and what CWC is doing to protect it. The CWC has funded numerous watershed education projects that are available to schools.
Beth Gelber, Stream Management Program, NYCDEP, 71 Smith Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401. (845) 340-7515, or bgelber@catgis.dep.nyc.ny.us. Beth Gelber can talk to your class about the important role of wetlands in protecting water quality or lead a field trip to a nearby DEC wetland.
Nancy Levine, Director of Community Affairs, NYCDEP, 465 Columbus Avenue, Valhalla, NY 10595. (914) 742-2086 or levinen@water.dep.nyc.ny.us. Levine can aid in arranging class trips to DEP facilities or to have guest presentations by NYCDEP staff.
Kyle Babbitt Myers, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Sullivan County, 69 Ferndale-Loomis Rd., Liberty, NY 12754-2903. (845) 292-6180 or kmyers@cce.cornell.edu. Cooperative Extension offers various education programs, including Home-A-Syst which addresses environmental threats in the home.
Richard Parisio, Environmental Educator, Department of Environmental Conservation, PO Box 313, Highmount, NY 12411. (845) 254-5600 or rparisio@hotmail.com. Parisio is the DEC educator for the Catskill Park. His programs for children include natural history, environmental poetry writing, and more.
Rebecca Perry, Education Facilitator, Catskill Forest Association, PO Box 336, Arkville, NY 12406. (845)586-3054. The CFA remains active in forestry education by putting on workshops, visiting classrooms, and providing education material.
Doug Reed, Director, Hudson Basin River Watch, P.O. Box 37G, East Greenwich, NY 12865. (518) 677-5029 or reed@netheaven.com. Coordinates the HBRW program throughout the Hudson River watershed, and organizes an annual "Clean Water Congress" in Albany, highlighting student monitoring projects. Monitoring equipment can be borrowed from HBRW for use during field trips.
David Scherf, Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Rd., Claryville, NY 12725. (845) 985-2291 or dscherf@frostvalley.org. Frost Valley YMCA has overnight facilities and environmental education opportunities including a streamside classroom and GIS lab.
Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, (845) 439-4810, Old Route 17, Livingston Manor. This small museum is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to preserving America's fly-fishing heritage; teaching its future generations of flyfishers; and protecting its fly-fishing environment. Located on the Willowemoc Creek, the museum charges no admission. Exhibits include fly-fishing equipment, memorabilia, and photographs. Holds special events including presentations by noted fly-fishers. To learn more, visit there web site at www.cffcm.org or email flyfish@catskill.net
Hanford Mills Museum, (607) 278-5744, Route 12, East Meredith. Open May through October, charging admission. Although this museum has more of a historic than watershed focus, it demonstrates the use of water power, and land use, in the Delaware watershed as they were around the turn of the century. The mill was the industrial center for the surrounding farm community, producing wooden products, electricity, and flour were major products of the mill, which was powered by a water wheel supplemented later with other power sources. The museum hosts special events such as a children's fair, fly-fishing, ice-cutting, and July 4th celebration.
New York Power Authority Visitors' Center, (607) 827-6121, Route 10, Blenheim, NY. New York Power Authority operates a major hydroelectric power facility in Blenheim. It pumps water into a mountaintop reservoir and uses this water to generate power during the daytime when demand for power is greatest. The visitors' center houses a variety of hands-on exhibits allowing students to learn about scientific principles related to electricity generation and supply.
Catskill Reservoirs. Permission from New York City Department of Environmental Protection is required before visiting reservoirs if you wish to enter city property. From the road, however, students will get a feel for the scale of the reservoirs, and they will be able to see the commemorative displays planned for each reservoir (only some reservoirs have informational signs at the time of writing).
Top of PageAshokan Reservoir, Routes 28 and 28A, Boiceville to West Hurley.
Cannonsville Reservoir, Route 10, Walton to Deposit.
Neversink Reservoir, Route 55, Neversink.
Pepacton Reservoir, Route 30, Margaretville to Downsville.
Rondout Reservoir, Routes 55 and 55A, Grahamsville to Napanoch.
Schoharie Reservoir, County Route 7, State Route 342, Prattsville to Gilboa.
