Watershed Stewardship

Healthy creeks support healthy communities. Together, we can protect our watersheds.

With grant funding from the American Water Charitable Foundation, Conservation Works developed watershed stewardship education programs for Sonoma County students in grades K–8.

Our goal is to provide students with the knowledge and tools they need to understand watershed health, water conservation, and what it means to be a steward of our shared water resources. Through engaging lessons, students explore how water moves through our landscapes, how climate change and human activities impact water quality and availability, and the actions we can all take to help protect our watersheds.

These programs create opportunities for students to connect with their local environment and learn about the plants, wildlife, and communities that depend on clean water—including ourselves. By fostering curiosity and environmental responsibility, we empower students to recognize that their everyday actions can make a meaningful difference.

Conservation Works has delivered lessons covering topics such as water pollution prevention, water conservation, water quality sampling, and appreciation for our natural spaces. The curriculum has been adapted for learners from kindergarten through eighth grade, ensuring that activities are age-appropriate, interactive, and engaging.

Through hands-on experiences and meaningful discussions, students leave with a deeper understanding of their role in protecting the health of Sonoma County's watersheds and the confidence to become lifelong environmental stewards.