Have you ever wondered where the water goes when you flush the toilet or after you run your washing machine? Join the Community Science Institute for a tour of the facility with Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Facility staff to learn how water arrives at the wastewater treatment plant and then is treated for release back into the lake. This program will build on basic concepts of water quality introduced during the “Wild Wetlands, Fantastic Filters” program in June (and again in September). It will provide participants with a sense of all that is involved with taking contaminated water and making it safe for release back into the ecosystem.

Programming is most appropriate for children ages 6-14, though all are welcome. A parent/guardian/chaperone must register as well and be present during the duration of the program. Space is limited, so sign up while there is still time! Registration will close 3 days prior to the event. If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so as soon as possible and at least one day in advance. You can call or text CSI at (607) 233-0811 or info@communityscience.org.

Kids can get a passport stamped at one of each type of Journey of Water program to earn a free Journey of Water t-shirt at the end of the summer.

All Journey of Water programming is free to all, made possible through support from the Park Foundation.