The DRBC team at HydroMania. Photo by the DRBC.

HydroMania was held in May at Cedar Crest College, in Allentown, Pa.

This fun-filled, educational water festival was attended by hundreds of 3^rd and 4^th grade elementary school students, teachers and chaperones. Students get to participate in a variety of interactive exhibits and learning stations, each of which answered a different water-themed question. 

DRBC staff helped the students answer the questions, "Do we live in a watershed?" and "How can we help keep our watershed clean?" using a map of the Delaware River Basin and the Commission's Enviroscape watershed model. The model helps teach about watersheds and demonstrates how what we do on the land affects our water, illustrating the connectivity between local creeks and streams and the impact of pollution on the Delaware River. And, yes, we all live in a watershed!

HydroMania is organized by the Lehigh Valley Water Suppliers. The event aims to generate curiosity, excitement and understanding about all things water, resulting in a lifetime of stewardship and watershed-friendly water-use habits.

The DRBC has participated in every HydroMania since the event began over 20 years ago. Thanks for having us, and we look forward to next year!

Part of DRBC's lesson used a map of the Delaware River Basin to give a broad overview of watersheds and how they are connected. Photo by the DRBC.	The Enviroscape model is a great teaching tool to show how what we do on the land can affect our water. Photo by the DRBC.	The Enviroscape model is a great teaching tool to show how what we do on the land can affect our water. Photo by the DRBC.	Staff encourages the kids to ask questions and think about the different ways they can protect our shared water resources. Photo by the DRBC.