Day 0 - July 26th
WatIF Field Trip

Thanks to the kind support of Kingston Utilities, on July 26th WatIF will be hosting an exciting, full day field trip (FREE) for WatIF delegates! Delegates will first explore the Ravensview Waste Water Treatment Plant. This world-class facility is one of North America’s most environmentally progressive and responsible wastewater treatment plants, and the largest of its kind in Canada. After this, delegates will tour Fort Henry - one of Kingston's most popular tourist destinations. Fort Henry transports visitors to the realm of 19th century military life, and features guided tours, scenic views of Lake Ontario and musical performances. We will then take a quick detour to Bergeron Estate Winery for a late lunch and some local wine. To cap off this exciting day, delegates will enjoy a brewery tour at MacKinnon Brothers Brewing!
PLEASE NOTE: This free pre-WatIF field trip is for those students who registered for the field trip on EventBrite. Students attending the field trip will need to register July 25th.
PLEASE NOTE: This free pre-WatIF field trip is for those students who registered for the field trip on EventBrite. Students attending the field trip will need to register July 25th.
Ravensview Waste Water Treatment PlantDelegates will enjoy a 1.5-hour tour of the state-of-the-art waste-water treatment facility where astounding chemical, physical, and biological transformations occur to produce three beneficial outputs:
For more information on Ravensview WWTP, please click here |
Tour of Fort HenryFort Henry was built from 1832 to 1837 to replace an existing fortification from the War of 1812 era. Situated atop Point Henry, the Fort protected the naval dockyard at Point Frederick, the entrance of the Rideau Canal and the town of Kingston, which was the major transshipment point along the supply route between Montreal or Ottawa and all points west.
Today, Fort Henry serves as a museum and historic site to residents of Kingston and visitors from around the world. Once inside the wooden gates, visitors enter the realm of 19th century military life and experience guided tours, scenic views, heart-pounding musical performances and precision military demonstrations by the Fort Henry Guard. For more information on Fort Henry, please click here |
Wine Tasting and Lunch at Bergeron Estate Winery Enjoy the tastes and aromas of the Loyalist Parkway at Bergeron Estate Winery & Cider Company! Delegates will enjoy a vineyard tour and a wine and cider tasting. The tasting will include three wines and a cider and will be followed by a light lunch outside at the vineyard!
For more information on Bergeron Estate Winery, please click here |
Mackinnon Brothers Brewery Co - Brewery TourTo cap off the field-trip, delegates will stop by Mackinnon Brothers Brewing Co. to enjoy a brewery tour and a cold beer. Mackinnon Brothers Brewery Co. has over 200 years of farming heritage to brew beer which is emboldened with the unique character of rural Canada. The visit includes a tour of the brewery and hop yard, flight tasting of beers, and a pint glass souvenir.
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Registration and Check-In
WatIF delegates will register their names for the conference AND check-in to accommodations July 26th.
The registration desk will be open from 1:pm - 7:00pm.
Watts Hall Front Desk
23 Lower Albert Street
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON K7L 3V1
Phone: 613-533-3215
Open Monday to Friday
General Hours: 8am – 4pm
The registration desk will be open from 1:pm - 7:00pm.
Watts Hall Front Desk
23 Lower Albert Street
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON K7L 3V1
Phone: 613-533-3215
Open Monday to Friday
General Hours: 8am – 4pm
Water Trivia
Delegates are invited to test their water knowledge with an exciting evening of Water Trivia! Our trivia night will provide delegates with the opportunity to meet and start forming relationships with fellow delegates before the conference begins. Held at the Queen's Grad Club, delegates will be able to relax after a day of travels by enjoying food, drinks, and a little bit of friendly competition.
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