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Kiosk information: Information about the restoration is illustrated by posters, maps, and photos about where we were, where we are, and where we are going in our restoration process. 

 

Coonamessett Greenway Heritage Trail: Interpretive panels along the pathway tell the natural and human history of the Coonamessett River valley.

 

Restoration Brochure: Want to learn more about the restoration of the Coonamessett and answers to such questions as the purpose of the vertical posts along the river?  The CRT developed a self-guided walking tour brochure for visitors to learn historical, ecological, and restoration facts about the project. The free brochures are available at the kiosk at Dexter’s Crossing or can be downloaded here.

 

CRT Field Guide: The CRT developed these guides in conjunction with the Woods Hole Sea Grant program for our popular school field trips.  We found that everyone enjoys using these animal and plant guides so they are now also available at  the Dexter's Crossing kiosk or here.

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River Activities to do at home

 

What is a watershed? 

In most discussions of rivers and streams, the term “watershed” is used. What actually is a watershed and how is it formed?  Find out using this simple activity.  You’ll need: crumpled paper, a pan, water-based markers, water, and a spray bottle to make a watershed.  Here is the link. http://fergusonfoundation.org/teacher_resources/crumpled_paper.pdf. There’s some educational jargon in this activity, but scroll down.  It’s pretty fun to do.  On a nice day, do it outside.

 

Read about Rivers. 

One of my favorites about stream restoration is Come Back, Salmon by Molly Cone.

 

Reading Suggestions for kids

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Save Our Stream!  by Colin Polsky and Jane Tucker 

Chattanooga Sludge by Molly Bang

Night of the Spadefoot Toads by Bil Harley

 

Look back at this site for further adventures, activities and good reading about rivers and streams. Please also send us your suggestions!