Since the time of the first settlers, more than 50 percent of the wetlands in the United States has been destroyed. However, in recent history many people have learned the value of this natural water resource and have taken actions to conserve wetlands.

To learn more about wetlands:

1. Go to the This Land Is Wet WWW Sheet and print it.

2. Visit these Web sites. Then complete the WWW Sheet.
    Wetland History, Types & Values
    Wetlands!
    Wetlands Legislation

3. For more information, visit these Web sites.
    What Are Wetlands?
    History of Wetlands
    Created Wetlands