Published: Nov 28, 2016 | 09:00 AM

Children’s Water Education Festival Registration Underway

Organizers continue to take reservations for the 2017 Children’s Water Education Festival, scheduled for March 29 and 30 at UC Irvine’s Aldrich Park. Teachers of third through fifth grade students within the Irvine Ranch Water District service area are encouraged to register for the event before the December 16 deadline.

The Festival presents a unique opportunity to educate students about local water issues and help them understand how they can protect water supplies and their environment. Since its inception 21 years ago more than 115,000 children from schools throughout Orange County have been able to experience the Festival and all it has to offer.

The 2016 festival hosted students from nearly 75 public, private and home schools from 20 Orange County cities. More than 65 organizations devoted their time and resources to assist in educating budding young environmental stewards. A total of 652 students from the IRWD service area attended the two-day event in 2016.

The Festival is provided at no cost to Orange County schools. Third through fifth grade teachers and students are invited to attend. Go to the festival’s website for information and to register for the event.