EnviroScape® Frequently Asked Questions

What do the EnviroScape units come with?

What size are the EnviroScapes?

Who uses EnviroScape?

Why should I use EnviroScape?

Please list all the EnviroScape models available.

Do the Groundwater and Riparian Kits work with all of the EnviroScape units?

Should I order the Carrying Case or the Shoulder Bag?

What if I need some help or have a problem with my unit?

Who develops the EnviroScape scenarios?

Are EnviroScape models easy to maintain?

What if I'm not satisfied?

What do the EnviroScape units come with?

Each EnviroScape unit includes a molded clear base; a colorful molded landscape top; all accessories for enhancing the landscape and activities; a detailed User's Guide including background information, set-up instructions  with a location map, specific activities to demonstrate pollution sources and best management practices, a glossary, and suggested related activities. Deluxe units come in a padded shipping box for ease of storage. You have the option of purchasing the heavy-duty carrying case on wheels or the nylon shoulder bag for transporting the unit, but they are not necessary.
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What size are the EnviroScapes?

The easy-to-use models are approximately 25" x 30" x 5" in size when taken out of the shipping box and set up.
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Who uses EnviroScape?

People of all ages use and enjoy learning with EnviroScape. EnviroScape is in every state in the U.S. and more than a dozen other countries. EnviroScape users include schools; federal, state and local government; community associations; conservation districts; corporations; consultants; universities; nonprofit organizations; nature centers; zoos; youth programs and more.
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Why should I use EnviroScape?

EnviroScape helps make environmental issues easier to understand and is also easy to use. Bringing people together around a table to visually demonstrate pollution sources and prevention measures makes it very clear that we are all part of the problem and can all be part of the solution. EnviroScape programs provide balanced, factual information about a variety of environmental issues and concerns, and are extremely flexible to support your program themes.
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Please list all the EnviroScape models available.

Watershed, Nonpoint Source, Stormwater Pollution and Prevention

Wetland Functions, Values, Protection & Conservation

Coastal Environmental Use and Protection

Drinking Water Sources, Uses and Wastewater Treatment

Hazardous Materials and HHW Management & Clean-up

Waste Management, Landfills and Recycling

Do the Groundwater and Riparian Kits work with all of the EnviroScape units?

The Groundwater Kit (liner and activities) will work with all the scenarios, except the Coastal unit (which comes with a Groundwater activity already in place) and it is already included as part of the EnviroScape Landfill.

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The Riparian Kit was initially designed to work with the Wetlands model, but can work with any of the scenarios. Some modification to the demonstration may be necessary to use all of the riparian activities on other scenarios. Please call for more  information.
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Should I order the Carrying Case or the Shoulder Bag?

If you are transporting or loaning out the unit a lot, or multiple people use the model, we would strongly recommend the case. The new Carrying Case introduced in 2013, will be made from a lightweight durable material with inside padded protection, wheels, a retractable handle and side handle. It should be much easier to transport and work with. As this new case is currently under development and will not be made available until later in the year, the exact design, dimensions and color are not yet available.

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Individuals who move around a lot in their community with our models sometimes prefer the bag because it is lighter and you can pop the model and components in it and go. The shoulder bag carries an entire unit; has no padded protection; has velcro pockets inside for materials. Note that while the shoulder bag does not give as much protection, it will hold the model in the shipper box it comes in for added protection (although more cumbersome to carry).
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What if I need some help or have a problem with my unit?

EnviroScape has its Headquarters in Virginia, (703) 631-8810, ext. 12 and also provides information on the web. Visit our web site at www.enviroscapes.com, e-mail us at learn@enviroscapes.com or call us. We are here to help in any way we can.
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Who develops the EnviroScape scenarios?

All EnviroScape scenarios are developed by JT&A, inc., using a peer review process incorporating the expertise of at least a dozen experts in that particular field.
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Are EnviroScape models easy to maintain?

Yes. EnviroScape can be washed with dish soap and water after use. The buildings, bridges, trees, cows, vehicles, and other kits are removable for easy cleaning. The durability of the EnviroScape models ensures that with proper care, the model will last through hundreds, even thousands of demonstrations.
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What if I'm not satisfied?

In the unlikely event that one of our products does not meet your needs or you are just plain not 100% satisfied, we will provide a full refund with shipping at your expense if products are shipped back to us within 10 days* (*models, carrying case and other specific items may have a restocking fee of up to $30 deducted). Please email returns@enviroscapes.com to confirm your plans for a return so that we may provide you return authorization, confirm any restocking fee and provide you with detailed return instructions.
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