S3 E2 Educating the Next Generation of Lake Stewards with Emily Anderson
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Educating the Next Generation of Lake Stewards with Emily Anderson
In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Dr. Nate Bosch gets a jump scare from guest Emily Anderson, Education Coordinator at the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams. Emily shares her journey from Grace College student to full-time educator and explains how hands-on experiences spark lifelong water literacy in K-12 students.
From field trips exploring wetlands and aquariums to sensory boxes, vocab exercises, and a virtual aquarium that brings student creations to life, this episode demonstrates why experiential learning creates lasting connections to local lakes and streams. Emily highlights the joy of seeing kindergartners discover tadpoles and crayfish, the importance of outdoor time, and how these programs build curiosity and stewardship in the next generation.
Join us for a fun and inspiring discussion packed with practical ideas for parents and teachers who want to get kids outside and engaged with nature. Learn how the Lilly Center is shaping future lake stewards through engaging, memorable education.
Learn how local teachers approach environmental stewardship!
In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, we sit down with Treleen Cox, a first-grade teacher at Leesburg Elementary who is passionate about hands-on learning. Treleen shares how she introduces her students to the wonders of the natural world through exploration, curiosity, and interactive experiences.