Lessons are designed to introduce and reinforce concepts, processes or relationships such as the water cycle and water quality, photosynthesis and the energy cycle, or habitat, adaptations and the food chain. In all trail activities, our instructors take students on journeys of exploration and discovery while integrating a multi-disciplinary approach. Special length programs may be designed for a group depending upon the demand for the facilities during the dates requested. Bradford Woods staff leads the trail lessons, although there is the option for school personnel to lead a portion of the trail lessons. Living in a cabin with their peers, students take care of themselves by being responsible for their belongings or making sure they are prepared for the day's activities.
Students also work together by participating in daily cabin cleaning.
The students can show their respect for the environment, the Bradford Woods staff, and their fellow students by enthusiastically applying themselves toward each element of this theme. Trail Lessons are geared to 4th-6th graders, but can be adapted to any grade level. In every program, students will also have the opportunity to record weather data and present a daily forecast. Aquatic Life Students explore aquatic communities and perform water quality monitoring techniques including a biotic index. Compass Students are familiarized with parts, given instruction on use, and apply learning in field situations.