Freshwater Science Summer Field Experience

We Will Explore:

• Groundwater Systems
• Drinking Water
• Biodiversity in Streams
• Stream Restoration
• Lake Water Quality and Ecology
• Impact of Aquatic Invasive Species
• Water and Agriculture

Course Details

Dates: June 22-25, 2025

Details: Participants will arrive at UW-Eau Claire on Sunday, June 22 at 5 p.m. to check into dorms. Two teaching assistants will stay in the dorms with participants as chaperones. We will provide dinner and a meet and greet Sunday evening. Field experiences will take place during the day Monday, June 23 through Wednesday, June 25. The program will end on Wednesday, June 25 at 4 p.m. Participants are responsible for finding transportation to/from UWEC on June 22 and June 25. All transportation to field sites during the program will be provided. Additional details about the program will be communicated with participants after acceptance to the program.

Example of schedule from past course offerings:

Eligibility and Application Information

Eligible participants: High school students going into their Senior year at the time of the program (Junior at time of application)

Covered expenses: All in-program transportation, lodging, and meals are paid for by the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin Application Deadline: March 1, 2025 (applicants will be notified of acceptance by mid-March).

To apply to the Freshwater Science Summer Field Experience, you must provide:

• Your contact information
• Contact information for your parent/legal guardian and an emergency contact
• A statement of interest
• Contact information for a high school mentor/advisor as a reference
• A signed parent/guardian permission form.

You can complete your application through this form.

If you have any questions about this program or the application, please email Sarah Vitale.