Through simulation games, discussions and other activities, students will explore some of the economic, social, and biological reasons that species become extinct. We will examine artifacts from endangered species confiscated by the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service and consider how people in the United States help or hinder efforts to save species in other countries. Students are introduced to a current topic in environmental studies and are challenged to think critically about issues related to this topic. Through a combination of simulation games, role- playing, investigations and discussions, all students actively participate. Topics available are solar energy, land use, or a topic of your choice, in consultation with our Environmental Educator.
Students work in teams to plan and build their own shelters.
Students will discover what plants are edible and ones that are not. Fire building and orienteering components may be available. Groups are challenged throughout the experience about survival situations. This unique wetland provides opportunities to observe wildlife and demonstrate scientific sampling techniques. Important wetland concepts are developed in discussions about student discoveries.