For thousands of years First Nations sustained and nourished their cultures by harvesting what they needed on the land. They used plants and animals for medicine, for food, clothing and for building material. Their survival depended on having a positive relationship...
Just how do birds, insects and some mammals (bats, flying squirrels) do it? How do they conquer gravity and soar through the air? In this fascinating program, learn about the basic principles of natural flight. Find out how a bird’s wing is structured, how bumblebees...
(2 1/2 day program) Bring history to life for your students by having them participate in a simulated historical fur trade from New France. A wonderful learning opportunity that leaves textbooks and overheads far behind as students re-enact an exchange of trade goods...
You’ve always wondered, now is your chance. Just how do those GPS systems work? Students will be introduced to a basic Garmin GPS unit. They’ll use the GPS units to find hidden boxes with prizes inside. A wonderful way to weave together technology and exercise along...
The eminent Ecologist E.O. Wilson estimates that we are losing 3 species every single hour. Not since the time of the massive extinction of the dinosaurs have so many species disappeared so quickly. One of the principal reasons is habitat loss. During this program,...
Most of us have had the experience of walking through the woods when something suddenly scurries away right in front of us. We didn’t see that creature but they sure noticed us! Camouflage is the art of staying hidden. In this program children learn about how animals...
