Wetland Walk

Best for 3rd Grade

boys using binoculars to look at a black wetland bird

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Students explore the wetlands of Neary Lagoon and use binoculars to spot and record wildlife along a one-mile hike. By collecting data on their observations and comparing them to past data, students find patterns of seasonal change, migration, and human impacts.

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Grades 3rd Grade

Days Offered Tuesday-Friday

Start Time 9:00 a.m.

Program Duration 2 hours

Chaperones Required 2-6 (36 students max)

Supplemental Activities Classroom Presentation ($25); Educational Kit ($15/wk)*

Months Offered September-May

Cost $0, field trip fees covered by our generous supporters

*The Classroom Presentation and Educational Kits are designed to deepen the impact of the field trip program. They are highly recommended but not required.

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We can accommodate a maximum of 36 students per field trip. If you have a larger group, please split your group in half and request a second field trip. If you have questions, you may reach us at education@santacruzmuseum.org.

Special Considerations

If the travel time from your school is long and you need to start the program later, please submit this form and then email us at education@santacruzmuseum.org to coordinate timing. Thank you.

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Supplemental Resources

The Classroom Presentation and Educational Kits are designed to deepen the impact of the field trip program. They are highly recommended, but not required. They include activities and resources that might enhance your lessons apart from the field trip. If possible, it is best to book your classroom presentation and education kit 1 week before your field trip.

Classroom Presentation

Check here if you would like an in-person classroom presentation ($25)

Check here if you would like a virtual classroom presentation (Free)

Classroom presentations are at 1:00pm-2:00pm. If this conflicts with your school's lunch time, please submit this form and then email us at education@santacruzmuseum.org to coordinate timing. Thank you.

Please schedule your classroom presentation 1 week before your field trip(Required)

Education Kit Rental ($15/week)

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For how many weeks would you like to rent your kit?(Required)

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Please book your kit rental 1 week before OR on the day of your field trip.(Required)

Please book your kit rental 2 weeks before OR on the day of your field trip.(Required)

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