There are many field trips to allow student groups to assess the freshwater ecosystems of the Mad River watershed. In addition, this course involves an optional 1-credit, five-day field experiences in Hocking Hill, Ohio to study the Scioto watershed. Students perform a watershed analysis for soil, water chemistry, and plant and animal life. The class analyzes its findings and submits a full watershed analysis to Hocking Hills Sate Park. Students then compare biotic and abiotic features of the two very locations. Click here to view Hocking Hills photo album.