Pre-Trip lessonThis in-class lesson helps students to prepare for their trip to HJ Andrews Experimental Forest! The lesson introduces the fundamentals of an old-growth forest, while also connecting it to climate change and other systems through a wildlife trivia game.
Carbon Collecting ConifersThis lesson introduces students to the ecology of old-growth forests and their role in mitigating climate change through carbon sequestration. Students learn to calculate how much trees sequester carbon and how old-growth forests are important "carbon sinks" in the environment.
Wonders of a watershedWonders of a Watershed introduces students to the water cycle and the many functions of a watershed, through water aerobics and other hands-on activities. The activity uses a watershed model, built from natural materials, to help convey how pollution travels through a watershed and affect environments.
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Introduction: "beginnings"
Carbon collecting conifers activityThis worksheet supplements the "Carbon Collecting Conifers" lesson. It is the worksheet that allows students to learn how to calculate how much carbon trees can sequester in its lifetime, using basic geometric equations.
Fire: Friend or foe?Fire is an important process in forest ecosystems. This lesson allows students to learn about the misconceptions of fire and the importance of it through storytelling, observation, and graph reading.
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Art: Wet wander coloringWet Wander Coloring allows students to be creative and learn how to identify native plant species in HJA. Students will use the art of observation and inquiry to determine plant characteristics and will draw and watercolor one plant onto a bookmark.
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Conclusion: "Endings"To conclude the field trip, students and leaders participate in a gratitude circle to help build community and relish their experience in HJA. Leaders also share ways to take action and explain why it is important to help conserve local environments.
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