The Univeristy of Maine displays fish and the aquatic insects found in Floods Pond. UMO is currently working with the Bangor Water District researching the arctic charr activities in Floods Pond.
David Cole from Sustainable Forest Technologies (SFT) and Gary Donavan from International Paper show students the importance of proper management of a forest. SFT manages the District's watershed forests.
Kevin Lutrell, the District's Service Supervisior, demonstrates the importance of preventing cross connections with his backflow display.
After students see all the displays at the lake, they head to the Butler Ozone Treatment Facility to tour the treatment plant and have lunch.
Steve Hartery, the District's Lab Technician, shows students the water quality testing the District performs in its certified laboratory to ensure safe drinking water.
Dina Page, the District's Water Quality Manager, describes what a watershed is and why it is important to protect the Floods Pond watershed. She explains why the District controls activties in the watershed to maintain the pristine water quality of Floods Pond.
After touring the Butler Ozone Treatment Facility and listening to topics such as water cycle, watershed protection, water quality testing, and backflow prevention, the students enjoy a lunch provided by the district under the big tent.
Our construction department displays a hydrant and shows how it works providing fire protection to our communities.
Here is a display on what piping materials are used to deliver water to our customers.
