Join the Community Science Institute for an exploration of Cayuga Lake aboard Discover Cayuga Lake’s 63' Floating Classroom, the MV Teal! For the 17th year running, CSI’s Journey of Water program will be partnering with Discover Cayuga Lake to collect and analyze water samples from Cayuga Lake. Participants will learn how to collect water samples using a Van Dorn sampler and will analyze some of the samples while aboard the boat. Participants will also use a plankton net to collect samples of microscopic organisms to observe and identify under microscopes. Some of the data collected on the cruise will be included in CSI’s online water quality database, helping to better our collective understanding of the health of Cayuga Lake! This is a fantastic opportunity for all ages to participate in local water quality science. No experience is needed.

Programming is most appropriate for children ages 6-14, though all are welcome. The 3-hour length of the boat ride, however, may be challenging for some younger kids. 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.