Activity

Something cool you can do on your own...

Well, now that you know a lot more information about the Neuse River and Weyerhaeuser's effects....why don't you try a project on your own. But, make sure you have FUN and learn something NEW because those are the most important parts of this activity. Enjoy!!


Research the effects of companies on the Neuse River tributaries or other tributaries near you :
  • Pick a company that is based on a river or tributary near you
  • Find information on the internet, in the library, in newspapers, magaizines, etc. about this company and it's relationship with this river or tributary
  • Talk to the Riverkeeper for that river or a Riverkeeper from another river near you
  • Write letters to the company and your Congress Representatives about the effects of this company on this river or tributary
  • Make a webpage about the relationship of this company to this river
  • Create your own project that shows the relationship of this river and company ........ create your own poster, mobile, diorama, newspaper, magazine article, movie, story, poem, play, and any other creative ideas you have
  • Make sure you think about these questions when you are working on your project:
    • How is this company affecting this river or tributary?
    • When and by whom was this company established on this river or tributary?
    • Why was it established on this river or tributary?
    • What has the river or tributary done for this company?
    • How has this river or tributary changed since the company has been based there?
    • What has this company done for this river or tributary?
    • How is this company protecting the river or tributary and helping other aspects of the environment?


Have FUN!!!!