Aquatic Invertebrates & Water Quality with The River Institute
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Aquatic Invertebrates & Water Quality with The River Institute

Dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates in this exciting workshop and learn about these tiny water creatures and their ecosystem.

Date and time

Saturday, September 21 · 10 - 11:30am EDT

Location

Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre

2500B Second Street West Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6 Canada

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

On September 21st, dive into the world of tiny water creatures with the River Institute at Ontario Power Generation's Saunders Visitor Centre! In this exciting workshop, you'll get to explore the amazing lives of aquatic intervebrates in the St Lawrence River. We will discuss why these little creatures are important, then head out to colllect some samples ourselves using interesting tools like D-nets and kick nets.

Back at the lab, you will become a scientist, using microscopes and other neat gadgets to identify the invertebrates you found. You'll also learn how to check water quality and see how it affects our underwater friends. It's a hands-on, fun-filled day of discovery you won't want to miss!

This family friendly event is FREE to attend!

Recommended for ages 6-14.

Registration is required. Sign-up today!

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Ontario Power Generation

Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, Ontario Power Generation's visitor centre showcases the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project as well as the communities and people affected, and great biodiversity stories like the American Eel. Come explore our exciting and informative interactive displays that make our visitor centre a key tourist destination in the Cornwall area.