Knowledge is Power
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One of our goals at Franklin Creek Conservation Association is building knowledge and appreciation of the natural world around us. One way to do that is to get kids and their parents out to enjoy the area. During the summer of 2018 we are running three educational events that will center around the habitats in the Franklin Creek State Natural Area. As part of this program we are launching a Junior Naturalist program.
Closer to the Creek focuses on finding macro invertebrates and how we can use them to determine how clean a water source is. Playing on the Prairie will explore the plants and animals that make their home on the vast prairie. Last, but not least, Welcome to the Woodlands (August 9, 2018; middle school students) will, of course, see us exploring the beautiful woodland area that FCSNA has to offer. Details about this year's Closer to the Creek. FCCA will also be hosting an event for older kids this fall, with a date to be decided upon later. 8th grade students and above are invited to come out to a Nature Photography workshop led by Jeff Schlesinger and Ed Kaleta. Here, students will learn the fundamentals of capturing the outdoors through a camera lens. |
© Katie McBride
If you have a group that would like to participate in one or all of these programs or would like to lead an educational program at the Grist Mill please contact Katie or Megan.
Private programs have a minimum of $150. There is an additional fee of $10/person over 20 people w/food included in the program. Or $5 if you provide your own meal. Maximum 30 students. |
© Katie McBride
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For younger kids and families the Franklin Creek Education Committee is unveiling a number of self-guided activities that will encourage exploration in the State Natural Area and teach kids about the natural world around them. Instructions for these activities will be available to pick up inside of the Grist Mill during operating hours and available for printing on the Franklin Creek Conservation association website. As these activities are completed, Junior Naturalist Certificates will be awarded.
If you would like to help create and deliver programs with the Education Committee please follow the link and fill out the application. |