Welcome to Sask River Basin

What’s a Water Watchdog?

Water Stewards

A Water Watchdog is a steward. A steward is a person who takes care of things.

One of the reasons stewards care about water is because they know they are part of the water cycle. They have learned that misty trails of the water cycle link them to other living things both human and non-human, to places far and near, and to times past and future. Maybe some of the water in you right now was once in a dinosaur!

You can't guard all of the water in every place, but you can take care of the water in your community whether it is near the place you go to school or the place you spend your summer holidays.

Earth is a watery planet but most of the water is in the salty oceans. Stewards know that clean fresh water is precious and must be guarded so there is enough for all living things. People need water not only for drinking, but also for use in agriculture, industry, and for power generation. Of course, wildlife and plants need water. And isn't it wonderful to go for a swim on a hot summer day or try your luck fishing?

What's a Water Watchdog?

Sniffing out the Facts

The Monitoring Site: Your Spot on the Map

Water Challenge!

Nosing around: The Field Trip

Getting on the Barking Chain

ACTION PLAN!

Stop for a moment and think of water stories that have happened to you.
These stories may be about a day at the beach, a flooded basement or getting drenched in the rain. The people who live in your community also have water stories. That's because water is something we all share and use.