Join Cool Science for Science on Tap every 2nd Monday of the month [except this month- see below] at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs. Presenters begin at 6:30 pm and typically speak for 60-90 minutes including Q&A, with food and drink available beginning at 6:00 pm. A wide variety of fascinating topics are presented by local scientists for informal discussion, and the relaxed atmosphere encourages anyone and everyone to come explore the latest ideas in science and technology. From practical to theoretical, the presentations and group interactions provide a fun and interesting way to gain an understanding of the world around us.
Join Cool Science for Science on Tap every 2nd Monday of the month [except this month- see below] at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs. Presenters begin at 6:30 pm and typically speak for 60-90 minutes including Q&A, with food and drink available beginning at 6:00 pm. A wide variety of fascinating topics are presented by local scientists for informal discussion, and the relaxed atmosphere encourages anyone and everyone to come explore the latest ideas in science and technology. From practical to theoretical, the presentations and group interactions provide a fun and interesting way to gain an understanding of the world around us.
Next up: Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:30 pm
Complete slideshow (7.9MB PDF)
A Watershed of Wonders: A Past, Present and future look at the Fountain Creek Watershed
Alli Schuch, Executive Director, Fountain Creek Watershed District
Summary: Join us for an insightful session on one of the most erratic waterways in the country - the Fountain Creek Watershed. We'll dive into its history, current initiatives, and future challenges. We'll explore the District's efforts since 2009, including restoration projects and collaboration with local partners. Hear about the watershed's unique risks, and get inspired to get involved.
Alli is from Rochester, MN and obtained a degree in Natural Resource Management from Stevens Point, WI. She came to Colorado Springs in 1999 for a job as an educator at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Her experience ranges from wildlife guide in Alaska to stormwater educator in MN. She has served the region in various roles with the El Paso County nature centers, the City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Utilities, and her own consulting business before becoming the Executive Director for the District in December 2022.
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