Idaho Water Science Center

Outreach and Education

Earth Science Education

USGS employee explains the science behind stream gaging to Boy Scouts at a Scout Jamboree
The U.S. Geological Survey provides a wide array of educational resources for teachers and students of earth science. We also cosponsor and participate in annual events such as Earth Science Week.

USGS Educational Resources

Water Science for Schools

The USGS Water Science for Schools Web site is your one-stop source for information and activities about earth's water resources. You can learn about the Water Cycle, how USGS hydrologists measure streamflow, and other topics.