BOOK A WILD VOICES FOR KIDS PROGRAM!
All programs are now available for booking at the subsidized rates of:
– $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 2020-2021 school year to teachers across the Basin on a first-come, first-serve basis.
For the 2020-2021 school year we have a COVID-19 policy in place. Teachers booking programs are expected to read this plan in advance of their program to understand our policies and practices around offering programs this year. Questions about the policy may be directed to the Wild Voices Program Manager at wilvoices@cbeen.org
READ OUR COVID-19 PLAN HERE
The Wild Voices team is carefully planning for a safe return to working with students and teachers. Our booking system is open for teachers to begin planning and scheduling with educators.
At this time we ask teachers to request booking dates from October 5, 2020 onwards to allow time for us to prepare based on needs as they emerge in September. We also ask that teachers ensure that a program does not violate their school and/or district policies before booking. It is the responsibility of the teacher to confirm program suitability and communicate needs and questions to the Community Educator.
Endangered Mountain Caribou in the Kootenays
| Bookable Type(s) | In Class (approx 1 hr) Half Day Field Study Full Day Field Study |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Location | in-class |
| Contact This Presenter | daveq@wildsight.ca |
About the Program
As few as 1800 mountain caribou remain on the planet - all in southeastern British Columbia. This presentation will look at the life history, current status, and what you can do to help this endangered animal.
About the Community Educator
Dave Quinn is a wildlife biologist, a BC-certified teacher and a certified wilderness guide who has lead expeditions in the Kootenays, the Canadian Arctic and West Coast, as well as overseas. Dave's work as a photographer and writer has been published in several adventure tourism magazines and scientific publications. As a wildlife technician, Dave has worked on the Purcell Mountain Caribou Study, the Rocky Mountain Lynx Project, the Columbia Valley Badger Project, the Swift Fox Census, and the East Kootenay Fisher Project.
| Tags: | Ecosystems / Wildlife |
|---|---|
| Seasons: | Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter |
| Grade Levels: | Primary (K-3) |
| School Districts: | SD10, SD8, SD6, SD5, Independent, SD20, SD19 |
Testimonials:
"Dave has a lot of knowledge and hands-on experiences. He is a great story telling and that engages the students. He is safety conscious and very skilled in the outdoor environment." - Jill Christie
"He is very knowledgeable and great with the kids!" - Rebecca Pepin