The Center's Activities

Since its inception in 2000 the Center has implemented a broad spectrum of programs and activities to enhance watershed knowledge and efforts within the region.  Audiences benefiting from the Willary Water Resource Center vary widely, from early elementary students through senior citizens.  Educational programs have included two series of lake and pond management workshops, the Environmental Classroom for regional educators, the Lackawanna County Envirothon, the Water Discovery Day Camp, and many sessions within regional environmental education efforts.  The Center’s success in executing educational programs is a reflection of the cooperation and partnerships between federal, state and local government agencies, local non-profit organizations, school districts, civic groups, watershed associations, and lake associations.

The Center has been active in providing assistance and resources for regional lake and pond stakeholders, serving as a technical resource for local organizations,  and assisting in the formation of watershed associations within the Tunkhannock Creek Watershed.  As a result of working with these various partners it became evident that assistance was needed for utilizing advanced technologies in managing water resources.  The Center responded to this by providing assistance in such technologies as water quality monitoring equipment, geographic information systems, and information exchange through the Tunkhannock Creek Watershed Atlas.