Lower Thames

Conservation

The Chatham-Kent and Lambton Children’s

Water Festival

October 6-8, 2026

Environmental Education Field Trip for Students in Grade 4-5

The Chatham-Kent and Lambton Children’s Water Festival is a fun and educational event that happens every fall at C.M Wilson Conservation Area.

Students will learn about the importance of water in our daily lives and for our planet through hands-on curriculum based activities.

Registration information for each year’s festival is sent to the school boards and schools must register through their school board liaison.ย 

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The Water Festival Committee is always looking for volunteers to help with setup, take down, programming and administration. If you are interested in Volunteering or want to know more about the Water Festival email:

Glenn Smith, Water Festival Committee Chair, [email protected]ย 

Water Festival Gallery