Identify the characteristics of a watershed.

Identification should include

• definition of watershed
• the following geographical locations that drain water from two or more sources:
  • Uplands
  • Valley lands
  • Riparian areas
  • Wetlands
  • Waterways (rivers and lakes)
  • Estuaries

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is the role of a wetland in a watershed?
• How are estuaries affected by low recharge of freshwater sources?
• How are the boundaries of a watershed determined?