When the Orkney Wetland opened last year, we caught up with some local school kids who are helping monitor water quality at Thomsons Creek. Great practical learning about the environment! The wetland is an easy and worthwhile stop on the Otago Central Rail Trail, just before or after you roll into Omakau — perfect for a breather and a bit of learning along the way 🚲 👉 To learn more about the project, check out the Thomsons Catchment Project Facebook page. | Otago Central Rail Trail

5.8K views · 77 reactions | It's Wetland Wednesday! Have you ever wondered what the City does at the Wetlands all day?? Maintaining over 1,600 acres of marshes, swamps, uplands, and lakes is no small feat! Se7en Wetlands is the final part of the City’s wastewater treatment cycle, so the water quality is tested daily to ensure that when it enters Tampa Bay, it will not negatively impact the ecosystem. | City of Lakeland, FL - Government | Facebook