Home Sweet Habitat Field Trip
Description
Grades: 1 - 5
The Arboretum is home to many creatures. What do they need to survive? Students will discover the essential components of every habitat and will find out what happens when any of those components are missing or altered. Through games and activities, students will also explore the concepts of fluctuating wildlife populations and carrying capacity. A planting project is included.
Pricing:
1st grade and up:
$295/class (up to 20 students)
$5/child for each additional child over 20
Chaperone ratio 1:10 (no charge for chaperones)
Pre-K, Kindergarten:
$250/class (up to 20 students)
$5/child for each additional child over 20
Chaperone ratio 1:5 (no charge for chaperones)
Offered At
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Reeves-Reed Arboretum's grounds, which include the Stackhouse Education Center, Roehm Greenhouse, 13 acres of gardens and woodland trails, our historic Wisner House, and of course, our spectacular trees, allow us to offer engaging and unique programs. Our field trips provide students with an inspiring, interactive educational experience that will perfectly complement their classroom instruction. Choose from one of our many Scout programs to meet your troop’s goals. Host your child’s birthday party in our Stackhouse Education Center to create memories that will last them a lifetime.
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Grounds Open:
April 1 - October 31: 7am to 7pm
November 1 - March 31: 9am to 4pm
Details
Subjects
Ecosystems, Animals, Adaptation
Capacity
20 students
Duration
90 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5