The Water Resources Programs in Maricopa County are here for YOU!
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County residents.
Our local programs include:
Arizona Project WET – educating children by educating their teachers, their leaders, and informal educators about water across the curriculum. Contact Pam Justice at pjustice@cals.arizona.edu.
- School Water Audit Program – a program of AZ Project WET, this hands-on, inquiry-driven classroom project motivates students to conserve water and empowers them to act on their observations and understanding of their school environment. Contact: Mary Ann Stoll at mastoll@cals.arizona.edu.
- Make a Splash with WET Water Festival - from AZ Project WET comes this fun and effective event to teach 4th graders about where our water comes from and how important conservation is to all inhabitants of Arizona. Find locations, dates, and how you can get involved at Arizona Make a Splash With WET Water Festival, or Contact Pam Justice at pjustice@cals.arizona.edu
- Brown Bag Speaker Series – each month, an expert in the field of water presents information on topics ranging from water resource planning to rain water harvesting at the Maricopa County Cooperative Extension office during lunchtime. The general public and water professionals alike are all are welcome at this educational and networking opportunity. Contact Nancy Crocker at ncrocker@cals.arizona.edu
- Fix A Leak Display – Discover what a little leak can really do, how quickly the water waste - and cost - adds up. The Fix A Leak display is an exciting hands-on experience for classroom use and community events; a great way to motivate students, homeowners, and water users in general to take control and Fix the Leak! Contact Mary Ann Stoll at mastoll@cals.arizona.edu.
Master Watershed Stewards - Learn more about the watershed that you live in and get involved with local water conservation and restoration projects by becoming a Master Watershed Steward. For Phoenix-area training and information, contact Summer Waters at swaters@cals.arizona.edu. 
Rain Log – empowering citizen-scientists to participate in a nation-wide effort to characterize local climate and rainfall. Contact Nancy Crocker at ncrocker@cals.arizona.edu- Smartscape - Learn more about desert friendly landscapes, the perfect plants for this arid region, and irrigation systems that can save water and money! We partner with Arizona Municipal Water Users Association (AMWUA) to offer Smartscape training for landscape professionals. Contact Summer Waters at swaters@cals.arizona.edu.
- Water Quality - For information on groundwater, water quality, well-water testing, and environmentally friendly home water treatment options, visit http://cals.arizona.edu/maricopa/fcs/water.htm. To find out more about displays, workshops, mapping programs, and other information for well owners, contact Summer Waters at swaters@cals.arizona.edu.
- Volunteer and Internship Opportunities - In addition to these programs, we are eager to provide information, resources, and education wherever we can effectively meet the community’s needs. Contact Nancy Crocker at ncrocker@cals.arizona.edu
