Nature Adventures

 

Calling all teachers, remote learners, homeschool families and educators who want to spice up your spring education plan! Registration is open for the Spring 2021 Nature Adventures series! Standards-alignment forthcoming Nature Adventures is a 6-part series of 45-minute educational sessions for the spring semester developed and taught by professional Environmental Educators from North Carolina's premier 4-H Camps. This program is provided for FREE for teachers and families. Check out the session schedule below. All programs are aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (forthcoming) and are presented live over Zoom. Can't make the live event? Register for the recording and go at your own pace! Register an entire class or individual students. LEARN MORE at our website, grab material lists, and review standards alignment This program is free, but requires registration                            REGISTER HERE Giants of the Coast Feb. 22, 1 pm Did you know that one of the largest populations of Black Bears is in eastern North Carolina!? Students will explore the habitat, behavior and ecological niche of this fascinating animal on a virtual field trip to the NC coast. Presented by The Eastern 4-H Center Stories in the Stars Astronomy March 5, 1 pm Students investigate the science behind the solstices and equinoxes, learn about the myths behind constellations, and explore what they can find in the night sky right now. Run, Duck, Hide - Predator/Prey Relationships March 18, 1 pm What does an animal's skull tell us about the food it eats, where it lives and how it thrives? Find out in this exciting investigation of predator and prey relationships. Presented by Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Winged Wonders April 1, 1 pm In this fascinating and beautiful adventure, students will learn about the butterfly life cycle, pollination, and how to build habitats to support these majestic creatures. Presented by Millstone 4-H Camp Taking Flight - Birds of Prey April 13, 1 pm Students will explore general concepts of physics such as lift, force and aerodynamics with LIVE birds as examples. Students will also learn how physical characteristics of birds impact their habitat and diet. Presented by The Eastern 4-H Center Let's Go on a Night Hike! April 20, 1 pm Students will use their sensory awareness to explore the adaptations nocturnal animals use to live and thrive in darkness. Come explore the night with us! Presented by Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Connect With Us On Social Media Facebook YouTube