The class goals were to learn about the history of wetlands and the animals associated with the habitat, how to identify wetland areas, why wetlands are important to us, and what we can do to help keep the nation's wetlands. The end result was a fabulous interpretive panel presented to the refuge to convey those messages, especially to other kids.

Approximately 40 students in two classes worked on the project over a three-week period, researching wetlands, deciding with their teachers what information to present, and discussing the wording, layout and colors with Lonowood Art Company, the fabricater of the panel. A New York State Learn and Serve America Grant for Albion Central School provided funding for the panel, field trips to the refuge, and the unveiling ceremeony at the refuge.