BOOK A WILD VOICES FOR KIDS PROGRAM!
In light of the announcement that BC schools are suspended until further notice we are not currently allowing bookings of Wild Voices programs to be made for the 2019/2020 school year. We are monitoring the situation closely and will resume regular programming when schools are in session.
When schools are in session, our regular subsidized rates will be available.
– $150 (1-1.5 hr in class or outdoor program)
– $250 (half-day field study)
– $350 (full-day field study)
Teachers who are current CBEEN members may access one complimentary program (with up to $250 in bussing cost reimbursement) for their classroom in the school year. Up to 200 complimentary programs are available for the 2019-2020 school year to teachers across the Basin on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Aquatic Invertebrates in freshwater habitats of the Columbia Basin
| Bookable Type(s) | Full Day Field Study |
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| Duration | 4.5 Hour |
| Location | This program takes place at any location near water including local aquatic habitats in our backyards such as wetlands, streams, rivers and lakes. Contact Darcie for possible locations in the areas of Nelson, Slocan Valley, Nakusp, and Creston. |
| Contact This Presenter | dlquamme@gmail.com |
About the Program
In the Columbia Basin, we are surrounded by wetlands, streams, lakes and rivers found close to our communities. But we need to understand how these aquatic habitats function and work in order to preserve, restore, maintain their beauty and the services that they provide us such as drinking water, wildlife and recreation.
In this program we use aquatic habitats in our backyard to demonstrate a wide variety of ecological concepts. Through the activities and lessons provided, students can develop the foundation for literacy in the life sciences.
This "boots on the ground" field trip enhances student understanding of the environmental, technological and social aspects of science and encourages them to work together to solve problems, as well as to develop an appreciation for science and a sense of wonder about wetlands.
About the Community Educator
Darcie has spent 28 years working in the area of aquatic ecology and restoration techniques. She is passionate about community engagement and has collaborated with non-profits in a number of projects including water quality and flow monitoring of streams, and
assessing the health of streams, wetlands and lakes. Darcie often gives talks and provides outreach each year to school groups, and citizen scientists who want to learn more about these important habitats that are in our backyards.
| Tags: | Ecosystems / Wildlife, Water, Sustainable Living, Forestry / Silviculture, Food, Indigenous Education, Climate Change |
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| Seasons: | Spring, Summer, Autumn |
| Grade Levels: | Intermediate (4-6) |
| School Districts: | Independent, SD10, SD8 |
