Watershed Festivals
2012 Watershed Festival Dates:
Christian County February 8th, 9th, and 14th, 15th, 16th
Nixa Community Center- 701 N Taylor Way Nixa, MO 65714
417-725-5486
Volunteer Training:
January 25th Wednesday @ 12:00-1:30
Since 2004 The James River Basin Partnership (JRBP) has partnered with other organizations to offer Watershed Education Festivals to 5th grade students in counties within the James River Basin. In 2010 festivals were held in Christian, Taney, and Stone Barry counties. This totaled 10 days of festivals, over 1,900 kids, and 45 dedicated volunteers. This goal is achieved through 5 interactive small group sessions. Upon completion kids are given a quiz over the information. The day is wrapped up by an exciting and relevant performance by the Fishin' Magicians. The impact of the festivals was studied as a master thesis by a Missouri State University student. Results were positive with students showing a significant improvement in content knowledge, and retaining most of it for at least two months after attending. They also displayed positive change in attitudes toward their watershed and a greater sense of personal responsibility.
Funding for this program comes from a variety of sources. Thanks to Bass Pro, Aire Masters, Cargill, and The Conservation Fund for contributing to the 2010 festivals. Also thanks to The Nixa Community Center, Hurley Baptist Church, and The Family Center in Barry County for the use of the buildings. And of course this could not be done without our amazing and dedicated volunteers…Thank you!
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2012 Watershed Festival Dates:
- Christian County February 8th, 9th, and 14th, 15th, 16th
Nixa Community Center- 701 N Taylor Way Nixa, MO 65714
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