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1 CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER Come and explore the Chattahoochee Nature Center with your class for a fun-filled educational experience your students won t soon forget! Can t make the trip to visit us? No problem, book an Outreach Program and we will bring the learning and fun right into your classroom! Either way, a CNC naturalist will lead your class on a great day of exploration. All school programs are multidisciplinary; include hands-on activities, and pre and post-curriculum. Onsite Field Studies TRAIL PROGRAMS All trail programs are conducted onsite and last 1 hour 15 minutes. Each program includes a guided scenic hike, biofacts and photos, and an up-close animal encounter with one of our non-releasable wildlife. All programs are GPS correlated for each grade! ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES K 5TH PreK: Discover Nature Young children receive an introduction to what is and is not a part of nature by using their senses to discover the natural world around them. K: Nature Same and Different Children are encouraged to investigate the similarities and differences in plants, animals, and rocks. 1st: Basic Needs of Plants and Animals Focusing on the basic needs of Georgia native plants and animals students will learn how they are able to survive and thrive in the wild. 1st 4th: Insects and Spiders Explore the world of the creepy crawlies and learn what good things these critters can do for the environment. 1st 4th: Nature In Your Neighborhood Are there wild animals in your backyard? Come learn about native urban wildlife and how these animals have adapted to living in the city. 1st 5th: Plants and Trees Students discover how plants and trees grow and understand the relationships between humans, plants and animals. 2nd: Life Cycles What is a tadpole? Journey through the life cycle of several Georgia native plants and animals to find out! 2nd: Creek and Cherokee I This program explores how the native peoples used the land, river, wildlife, and other natural resources for hunting, farming, medicine, shelter, clothing, transportation, music, and games. 2nd 5th: Reptiles and Amphibians Focusing on Georgia native species, students will learn about these fascinating animals while exploring the grounds looking for them in the wild. 3rd: Georgia EcoRegions (Habitats) Learn about the different ecoregions of Georgia and the adaptations of plants and animals in the different habitats of these regions. 3rd: Pollution Solutions This hands-on experience demonstrates the various types of pollution and their causes and effects. Students then discover some possible solutions and recognize ways to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. 3rd 6th: Raptors This program focuses on the birds of prey that call Georgia home. Habitats, adaptations, and conservation issues will be discussed. Hands-on owl pellet dissection is included. 4th: Web of Life Students examine the connections between biotic and abiotic elements in nature while focusing on specific eating behaviors of animals and examples of food webs. 4th: Creek and Cherokee II Students gain a deeper understanding of how the native peoples who inhabited this area of Georgia used the land, river, wildlife, and other natural resources for their survival. 5th: Vertebrate Classification What do a bird, fish, frog, snake and rabbit all have in common? A backbone! Students will learn how scientists classify the five vertebrate groups.

2 T RAIL PROGRA M S (co n t i n u e d ) MIDDLE SCHOOL G RADES 6th 8th 6 t h 8 t h : D i c h oto m o u s Key Tree ID Students will create and use a dichotomous key to identify n a t i ve tre e s. 6th 8th: O r i e n te e r i n g Learn how to use a compass and then journey into the woods on a challenging navigation course. 7 t h : Ad va n ced Web of Life Students gain a deeper understanding of how living organisms a re inter-related and the fragile balance of food chains within a food we b. 6th 8th: E n d a n g e re d Species T h rough ro l e - p l a y, students learn about endangered, thre a t e n e d, and extinct species while focusing on the Georgia mountain bog h a b i t a t. HIGH SCHOOL G RADES 9th 1 2 t h Mountain Bog Turtle Students learn the perils and consequences of endangere d plants and animals. This pro g r a m focuses on the Georgia mountain bog habitat and the highly e n d a n g e red bog turtle. D i c h otomous Key Tree ID and Fo re st Eco l o g y Students will create and use a dichotomous key to identify n a t i ve trees and learn about f o rest ecology. ALL AG E S Wi l d l i fe Discovery A general introduction to n a t u re and wildlife for yo u n g e r visitors, students will explore the native plants and animals of the CNC through hands-on exploration and inquisitive o b s e rva t i o n. G e o rgia Wi l d l i fe J o u r n ey A guided tour of the Na t u re C e n t e r s permanent wildlife residents; owls, hawks, snakes, and a beaver are just a few of the animals your group will e n c o u n t e r! WATER ST U DY PROGRA M S Come and inve st i g ate the Chattahoochee River Watershed! We have seve ral hands-on, inte rd i s c i p l i n a r y p ro g rams that will have your students pushing up their sleeves for a gre at day of ex p l o ration. All pro g ra m s a re GPS co r re l ated for each grade! Water pro g rams are limited to 75 student max per time slot. E L E M E N TA RY S C H O O L G RADES 3rd 5 t h Pond Study I (1 hour 15 minute s) Using dip nets, students collect m a c ro i n ve rtebrates to identify and use them to make infere n c e s about the condition and health of the pond habitat. Wild Wetlands (1 hour 15 minute s) Students hike our river we t l a n d s b o a rdwalk to learn about the unique relationships of this ve ry fragile and important ecosystem. Pond Study and Wi l d Wetlands COMBO (2 hours 30 minute s) This is an intensive lesson combining both the Pond Study I and Wild Wetlands programs. MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL G RADES 6TH 1 2 T H Ad va n ced Pond Study II (2 hours) Students examine the biodive r s i t y of the Na t u re Center ponds by sampling the macro i n ve rt e b r a t e s that live there. Students will explain impacts of water quality, concept of life cycles and relationships found within the pond habitat. Wetland Ecology (2 hours) Using field sampling methods, students will study wetland soils and water to better understand the characteristics of a we t l a n d and the importance of this ecosystem. Pond Study & We t l a n d Ecology COMBO (4 hours) This is an intensive lesson combining both the Pond Study II and Wetland Ecology programs. P roject H 2 0 (3 hours 30 minute s) Bringing real world experiences to your students! Comparative chemical analysis of three ponds including temperature, dissolve d oxygen, ph and nitrate/phosphate l e vels. Students use macro i n ve rt e- brates as bioindicators to study land use and pollution, and the i m p o rtance of maintaining good water quality in the Chattahoochee River watershed.

3 STARLAB PROGRAMS Using an inflatable planetarium CNC educators will lead students on a journey through the night sky to view constellations, planets, and the solar system! Standard STARLAB programs are 1 hour, STARLAB with Creek & Cherokee is 2 hours. (Please inquire about space limitations if booking the STARLAB as an outreach program.) All programs are GPS correlated for each grade! STARLAB can be done both onsite at the CNC or at your school! 2nd: STARLAB I Students will learn about the brightness and color of stars as while viewing the constellations. Observe the phases of the moon through a hands-on activity using models. 4th: STARLAB II Students discover the difference between stars and planets and participate in a hands-on activity to learn about the Earth s seasons. 6th: STARLAB III Students will explore our earth s position in the solar system and the solar system s position in the Milky Way. We will also discuss deep sky objects, moon phases, seasons, and lunar and solar eclipses. 2nd: Creek and Cherokee I with STARLAB I or 4th: Creek and Cherokee II with STARLAB II Two programs in one! Students will first learn about the Creek and Cherokee peoples of Georgia then enter our planetarium for stargazing and listening to Native American myths about the stars! *Any of the STARLAB programs can be adapted for Astronomy Club meetings or classes! SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE! Ask for Details! PROGRAM PRICING ONSITE FIELD STUDIES TRAIL and STARLAB PROGRAMS ONSITE $7 per student WATER STUDY PROGRAMS Pond Study and Wetland SINGLE programs $7 per student Pond Study and Wetland COMBO programs $12 per student Project H 2 0 $15 per student Schedule two programs on the same day and receive a 10% discount! All ONSITE Programs Start and End Promptly 9:45am 11:00am 11:15am 12:30pm 1:30pm 2:45pm Allow time for travel and unloading buses. All programs occur rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. Bring your lunch and enjoy the day picnic tables available! Project H 2 0 Reservations Required 4 Weeks in Advance with a deposit All Other Program Reservations Required 2 Weeks in Advance with a deposit For more information or to schedule your program please contact us at: x237 or scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com for ONSITE programs x246 or outreach@chattnaturecenter.com for OUTREACH programs Or visit us on the web at

4 Outreach Programs OUTREACH PROGRAMS Gas prices got you down? Not a problem! CNC educators can bring the same high-quality programming directly into your classroom. In addition to the programs listed here, all of our Trail and STARLAB Programs can be conducted at your school. All programs are GPS correlated for each grade! The Five Part Series This program includes five onehour visits from the CNC to your classroom over the course of the school-year. Each class includes a hands-on activity and an animal encounter. Each student receives their own journal to use throughout the program. 3rd Grade: Adaptations Students learn how organisms overcome challenges through various adaptations that aid in their survival. Skull Study Students observe the characteristics of mammal skulls and fossils to make inferences about feeding behavior. Endangered Species Students investigate complex issues, such as poaching and habitat destruction, that cause plants and animals to become rare or extinct. Pollution Solutions Students learn the difference between point and non-point source pollution using a model of the Chattahoochee River that runs through the classroom. Natures Neighborhood Students explore the needs of living things in their habitats as well as their relationship to their environment and the eco-regions of Georgia 5th Grade: Taxonomy 101 Students are introduced to the science of classification and build their own dichotomous key identification chart. All Around the Schoolyard Students take a field trip through their own schoolyard to determine the carrying capacity of the animals in this habitat. Suited for Survival Students move from station to station exploring how different animals are suited for survival in different habitats and compare learned behavior to inherited traits. Natural Connections Students use high-powered microscopes to examine the relationships organisms have with one another. Water Ways Students learn about the destructive and constructive forces of water using a streamtable, examine micro-invertebrates and use chemical and physical testing to determine the health of water samples. Additional Outreach Programs available for large groups in an auditorium setting: K 1st: Mini Hunters In The Sky (45 minutes) Students will become familiar with the behaviors and characteristics of raptors by comparing and contrasting hawks & owls. This program includes a bird encounter. 2nd 12th: Hunters In The Sky (1 hour) Raptors are one of our most fascinating native predators. Utilizing fun activities, audience involvement, and live animals this program teaches students about these birds impressive abilities. PROGRAM PRICING OUTREACH PROGRAMS CLASSROOM (up to ) $180 first session $90 each additional session Auditorium $250 first session $150 each additional session Five Part Series (up to ) $540 for all five programs STARLAB (size restrictions please ask for measurements) Small Dome (seats a total of 30 participants) $180 first session $90 each additional session Large Dome (seats a total of 60 participants) $250 first session $150 each additional session Schools must be within a 30- mile radius of the Chattahoochee Nature Center. A $30 travel fee will be added for locations miles from the Nature Center.

5 EXTEND YOUR VISIT TO THE CNC Exploration Stations (K 4th) Five stations focusing on conservation, pollination, sensation, observation, and classification feature a variety of hands-on activities including investigating insects under a microscope, dissecting plants, sorting and classifying natural objects, or discovering the animal world through sound and smell. Extend your visit to the CNC by adding TEACHER RESOURCES TRAVELING TRUNKS Prepackaged curriculum and activities you can rent from the CNC to use in your classroom for up to three weeks. PreK K: The Skunk Trunk La Moleta de Mofeta BILINGUAL! This is a Spanish- English program all about exploring the five senses. K 5th: Bat s Incredible The Endangered Grey Bat All about bats! Covering concepts from ecosystems and habitats to endangered species and animal classification. the Exploration Stations to your Trail, STARLAB or Water Program! Canoe Trips on the Chattahoochee River (6th 12th grades limit 15 per time slot) Join us for a guided journey down the Chattahoochee River! This is an educational adventure that can t be beat! No prior canoeing experience is necessary. Basic canoeing EXTEND YOUR VISIT PRICING CANOE TRIPS EXPLORATION STATIONS Guided Tour $25 per person River Study $30 per person $1 per child in addition to program cost 2nd 6th: Our Shared Forests In partnership with the State Botanical Gardens of Georgia this trunk covers Neotropical bird migration, habitat conservation, and Ecuadorian culture. Great for your PTA Science Nights. All curriculum and activities are correlated with the GPS! PROGRAM PRICING TRAVELLING TRUNKS $100 fully refundable deposit $100 rental fee Our Shared Forest optional $150 staff fee (CNC sends 2 staff members to your event) instructions are given prior to each trip. Everyone is required to paddle on this exciting outdoor adventure! (2 hours) Want to do more than just paddle on the river? Do a water quality study of the Chattahoochee and learn to identify native plants and animals while enjoying a day on the water. (3 hours) The Chattahoochee Nature Center, in the production of this Education Department Mailer, used 400 lbs of paper which preserved 3.36 trees for the future, saved 1,427 gallons of wastewater flow, and conserved 2,380,000 BTUs energy. Production Notes: Printed on Mohawk Options, 100# text, which is acid-free and contains 30% and 100% post consumer waste fiber. Printed by Bennett Graphics, an FSC certified printer. Special thanks to: Good, Clean Design, Inc. for graphic design and Due Diligence Associates, Inc. for production management. Program Showcase Not sure how to share all the CNC information with your fellow coworkers? You can schedule a CNC educator to come to your next Teacher Work Day to discuss our education programs, show off program materials, introduce you to one of our animal ambassadors, and answer any questions you might have about our educational programming. This service is free Willeo Road, Roswell GA EXT. 237