Biodiversity and Ecosystems
Program description: Students learn about different ecosystems, their biotic and abiotic components. They learn about several native plants that can be used for food and fiber.
Curriculum connections: Unit A: Ecosystems and Interactions
Beavers
Program description: Students explore the adaptations that help beavers be so successful and discover the impact they have on ecosystems.
Curriculum connections: Unit A: Ecosystems and Interactions
Recreational Impacts
Program description: Students conduct experiments to study the impacts of different recreational activities and develop mitigation strategies for preserving plants, wildlife, water and soil. They also participate in an activity designed to highlight different perspectives on the same issue.
Curriculum connections: Unit A: Ecosystems and Interactions
Recreational Impacts on Natural Areas Program Package
Recreational Impacts on Natural Areas Student Worksheets
Weed Warriors! Invasive Plant Workshop
Program description: During this hands on invasive plant workshop students will learn what invasive plants are, why they are a problem and how they can be safely removed. They will also make a measurable impact on the invasive plants in the Weaselhead during their trip. Pre and post field trip activities are available to strengthen the learning objectives.
Curriculum connections: Unit A: Ecosystems and Interactions