Make the TecH2O Learning Center your classroom!
Field Trips
Explore the processes that bring safe drinking water to El Paso homes with one of our enthusiastic water conservation expert guides. Our interactive and bilingual exhibits offer an exceptional learning experience for all. Guided field trips are best suited to students grades 4 and above.
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Exhibits: Our exhibits are interactive! Visitors are encouraged to look, listen, and touch to investigate our region's groundwater and surface water resources, the uniqueness of the Chihuahuan Desert, water conservation tips, wastewater reclamation, and much more.
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Activities: Brief activities (aligned to TEKS curriculum standards) led by Center staff may supplement field trip experiences.
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Kay Bailey Hutchison Desalination Plant Tours: Did you know that El Paso is home to the world's largest inland desalination plant? Guided field trips to the TecH2O Center may include a tour of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Desalination Plant. Plant availability is limited and subject to change.
Presentations offer students the opportunity to learn from an El Paso Water professional and water conservation expert in the classroom. Presentations generally cover El Paso's water resources, water conservation strategies, and a brief history of water use in El Paso. Content is adjusted to align with audience grade level(s).
If interested in a tour of the adjacent desalination plant, we need a signed Plant Tour Release Form and signed waivers for each attendee one week ahead of time. These can be emailed to tech2o@epwater.org.
Willie the Waterdrop Storytime
El Paso Water’s beloved mascot Willie the Waterdrop has made a lasting impact in our community as a champion of water conservation education. A Willie the Waterdrop Presentation is a great way to introduce students to El Paso's desert ecosystem and water resources.
Younger students (pre-K to 2nd grade) can join Willie the Waterdrop for a reading of the Water Wise with Willie Storybook, with an accompanying activity.
Schedule an Educational Experience with Willie
Teacher Workshops
Conservation staff has a history of providing Project Wet workshops to educators. While we are not currently providing Project Wet workshops, we are available for teacher trainings, and can provide guidance and instruction on our own Water Learning Projects. Contact us for more information at tech2o@epwater.org.