Introduction

CONGRATULATIONS!

The Ross Barnett reservoir serves the tri-county area around Jackson, MS and is designed to provide drinking water, offer recreational areas, and support aquatic life (fish, birds, insects, plants, etc). While most people in the area appreciate the many benefits of the reservoir, they do not understand the threats to its health.

You have been hired to work for the Ross Barnett Reservoir Initiative to study the issues surrounding use of the reservoir area. Before you can begin your work, you need to be fully trained in your area of specialization. Together with others in your area of specialization, you will conduct experiments and investigations into one of six major issues affecting the quality of the drinking water for these three counties. You will be the only specialist on your team with your special knowledge, so you need to work hard to learn your material. Your team is relying on you for this information!

Using your knowledge

Once your team is trained, you are ready to tackle the CHALLENGE!

Click on THE CHALLENGE link to read more about Waterfest and the tri-county contest.