Only one percent of Utah is wet.

It is an essential one percent that provides habitat for 80 percent of Utah's wildlife sometime during their life.  Today, many people understand the importance of wetlands for wildlife habitat, as well as flood water retention, ground water recharge, erosion control, water quality filters, and recreation. The best way for more people to understand the value of wetlands is first-hand experience and the Utah Wetlands Interpretive Network (UWIN) is here to help.

UWIN is a partnership between over 35 organizations, federal and state agencies, and universities that provides information about wetlands of the Great Salt Lake Ecosystem. We direct people to places where they can easily access and learn about wetlands. Let UWIN be your guide to discovering the great variety of wetlands that are unique and vital parts of the Great Salt Lake watershed.  

The Great Salt Lake and associated freshwater wetlands represent over 75% of all wetlands in Utah, and provide critical habitat for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds throughout western North America.  Know that when you see the UWIN symbol you've tapped into a network of accessible, irreplaceable, and internationally important wetland areas.  For more information about participating in UWIN, please email Mark Larese-Casanova.

Help yourself to some useful UWIN resources:

	Great Salt Lake Ecosystem Education Passport *NEW!*   (for a version that can be printed as a booklet,    please contact Mark Larese-Casanova)
	UWIN Brochure and Map
	Wonders of our Wetlands NIE Insert (large file!)
	Wetland Definition & Supplemental Info (USOE 4th Grade)
	Great Salt Lake Wetland Education Master Plan (large file!)

For some great student keys to aquatic life in ponds or rivers, please visit the University of Wisconsin Extension's web site.