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(updated 1/28/2012) The Damariscotta River Association’s Education Program,
The School for Field Naturalists: Our goal is to enable students to make their own discoveries about the natural world. Engaging in this process of discovery is what connects them to nature. All programs are designed to teach basic concepts of ecology and integrate hands-on opportunities to learn scientific methods. Students learn to study, analyze, and interpret natural systems through intensive observation. In the tradition of the great American naturalists like Aldo Leopold and Rachel Carson, we teach observation as a critical life skill and as a data-gathering process by which we can Several programs are offered depending on the season. Click on the following links for more information.
Jr. Naturalist After-School Program: For children in grades
Wild Encounters: A regular program for Homeschool Families and Groups –
Join us from 10:00 am–12:00 noon the second Monday of each month. For ages 5 and up (younger may come) RSVP 563-1393. Fee: $5.00/child
Frogs and Pollywogs: For preschoolers (ages 2-5) and their parents/guardians – Join us 10:00-11:00 the third Monday of each month. Hike included. RSVP 563-1393. Fee: $3.00/child. Pre-registration is required.
Natural History Programs for Groups: We offer many programs for formal groups (school classes, clubs, etc). A program on climate change began in 2008, and there are many additional topics to choose from including: forest ecology, insect adaptations, seeds and dispersal mechanisms, coastal ecology, and mammals of Maine. Programs are designed to work towards state learning results. More information is available here. Sarah Gladu, Education Coordinator |
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