This is your best resource site for this project! There is a TON of info on this site and the sites Save the Bay links to. Start here!
Another great site focusing on restoration issues. Includes general information, articles, science links, maps, and much much more!
Western Coastal and Marine Geology
National Wetlands Research Center
Two fine sites from the USGS to check out for information about water in genera and about SF Bay. This may be helpful to provide background information on your topic, to find where else in the world your issues are prevelent, or even specific data on your topic. Note that there is a lot of technical info on the Western Coastal and Marine Geology site. Try to skim for introductions, summaries, and conclusions.
Recognize this site? This is your one-stop-shopping site for access to the library's card catalog, on-line references, databases, newspaper index, citiation info .... you name it we've probably got it! Plus, Ms. Rettberg has also put together a resource site for this project as well check it out by clicking HERE!! Finally, don't forget that Ms. Rettberg and Mr. Rogers are in the library to help you out as well!
This site provides a lot of info on SF Bay from an organization that brings public and private interest together to reach their goal of protecting, restoring, increasing, and enhancing all types of land and habitats with the SF Bay region. Check it out! But note, there is a lot of technical info accessible through this site so skim for introductions, summaries, and conclusions.
In Ms. Chandler's words, "this one has some terrific resources for invasive species." You should also check it out for possible information on pollutants of all kinds. Yuck :( !
The Ecological Scorecard you received in science class was from this institute. Their website has expanded summaries and explanations of each area. The trick is to consider which area may cover or even just touch on your topic.
Two websites highlighting the efforts of local groups to restore and protect important watersheds in San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, CA.
These newspapers are great resources for both current and past information - Check them out! BUT... also remember that we have subscriptions to MANY newspapers through the library.