Students use the diversity of life in the stream and their power of observation to determine the well being of the water body. Using maps and participatory activities, students develop an understanding for watersheds. Shaver's Creek Environmental Center is home for many wild animals that can be found in Pennsylvania. During this program, participants will have the opportunity to view all of our resident animals. The emphasis is on animal characteristics, behaviors, adaptations, and ways humans can help ensure animal survival.
Participants can ask questions, touch animal-related props, and observe live specimens.
They learn about and see species-specific adaptations needed for survival. The keen observer can often detect the injuries that brought these owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles into our care. Students will study these birds' behavior and appearance. Watching wildlife feed will help your students to develop their observation skills. They will also learn how to attract animals to their own homes or school yard.