An online research project about watersheds, the Watershed Sleuth Challenge taps into kids’ desire to earn badges and “level up” as they complete the three-part course. Learners play detective while learning watershed basics, identifying threats to water quality, and determining what actions they can take to protect local water quality.

Whether taking an actual fieldtrip or a virtual one, the Watershed Sleuth Challenge is a great way to prepare learners for visiting a wetland. Learners earn badges, Watershed Sleuth (blue), Watershed Guardian (green), and Watershed Hero as they complete this engaging three-part course.