Teacher Quotes:
“Watershed Experiences provide the opportunity to explore, discover, create, learn, and be amazed.” Maine Teacher, 2009
“Through VitalVenture, students learn to become stewards of their environment.” Maine Teacher, 2009
engaging learners • exploring watersheds • connecting communities
Getting Started
Are you excited about having a VitalVenture Watershed Experience with your students? Here is how to get started!
Browse Experiences & Activities
There are two easy ways to explore VitalVenture curriculum:
1. Go to the Watershed Experiences page to find an issue your students will find most relevant. Click the “Learn more” link to view the experience Overview and access associated Activities. Download, print, share with your colleagues, and read comments and best practices left by other educators about their experience.
2. Search the Activities page to find individual activities that fit your grade level, standards, and subject area needs. Quickly refine your search using the criteria listed in the right-hand column. Click the “Learn more” link to view the Activity in full. Download, print, and share activities with your colleagues.
Check Out Our Resources & Tips
Haven’t taught outside before? Taking Students Outside offers tips on how to have a successful experience before, during, and after an outdoor lesson.
Want to learn more about using inquiry instruction in your classroom? Inquiry Instruction offers a primer on inquiry-based learning.
Curious about what other teachers are doing with VitalVenture? Case Studies capture how teachers and students throughout Maine are using VitalVenture to engage, explore, and connect..
Want to learn more about VitalVenture? See News & Events or Contact us for more information.