Local Resources for Water Education

Here are some websites for organizations and programs with great information on wastewater treatment, pollution prevention, watershed protection and management and water quality.

Baywork: An educational clearinghouse related to water and wastewater to support teachers’ efforts in the classroom and beyond. 

Baywise: Information for residents and businesses on safe disposal of hazardous products.

Center for Watershed Protection: Providing solutions for clean water and healthy natural resources, and promoting the widespread implementation of the most effective watershed management techniques.

City of Napa Water Division: This City department provides information on drinking water treatment, water supply, and water conservation.

Environmental Education Coalition of Napa County: Through a network of local organizations, the coalition provides resources and support to promote sustainable living and to cultivate an appreciation of the natural world.

Environmental Education Guide for Teachers: Resources throughout the Napa Valley for environmental education.

Napa County Resource Conservation District: Promoting responsible watershed management through voluntary community stewardship and technical assistance.

Project WET Water Education for Teachers: Project WET facilitates and promotes awareness, appreciation, knowledge, and stewardship of water resources through water-focused curriculum.

Science Content Standards for California Public Schools: guidance for aligning your water education with state standards.

Watershed Information Center & Conservancy of Napa County: A community portal established to guide and support community efforts to maintain and improve the health of Napa County’s watershed lands.

Water Environment Federation: Public information on wastewater treatment and water quality protection.