Learn about the history and current storm water management strategies in DC and learn about the DC Department of Environment and Energy (DOEE) stormwater management programs that you could assess today.
Teacher Bio:
Lee Cain has been working at the Anacostia Watershed Society for 8 years and his passion for his work stems from the deep roots of his relationship with the Chesapeake Bay and it’s watershed. He has led the AWS education team, developing new and innovative programs to restore tidal wetlands, chaired the DCEEC School Garden committee, Co-founded the Bancroft community garden, and Co-founded the National Capitol Region Watershed Stewards Academy, helping many people plant rain-gardens, permeable paver projects and install cisterns. He is now developing a recreation department within the Anacostia Watershed Society and would be happy to take you out to show you cool places and things to do on the River.
Lauren Linville works on the RiverSmart Homes program for the Department of Energy and Environment. Her background is in environmental policy, communications, and development. When not preoccupied with all things environmental, Lauren can be found exploring around town, volunteering with local civic and business groups along the North Capitol Corridor, and trying to improve her limited culinary skills.
