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Our Place: Programs at KNC
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Our Place: Programs at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Investigate an Ecosystem
FALL & SPRING, 2 HRS
Measure the biotic and abiotic components of grassland and forest, and learn how scientists compare natural communities.
Population changes, food webs, biotic & abiotic components; L.EC.06.23, 31, BCMASC Kit
Wildlife Connections
FALL & SPRING, 2 HRS
Explore interactions between wild populations and learn how energy flows through communities.
Food webs, energy sources, Great Lakes communities, ecological relationships & population changes, biotic & abiotic components; L.EC.06.11, 21-23, 31, 32 BCMASC Kit
Birds of Prey: X-Men of the Wild, Super Heroes of the Sky
ALL SEASONS, 1.25 HRS
Explore the super powers of birds of prey and learn how they survive in the wild. Meet a live bird of prey. This is an indoor program. A
dditional handling fee of $25. See fees page for more information.
Adaptation, instinct, individual traits
Who Gives a Hoot?
ALL SEASONS, 1.25 HRS
What owl is making that noise? Learn about the unique adaptations of these nocturnal animals. Meet a live owl. This is an indoor program.
Adaptation, instinct, vision, sound, individual traits, ecosystems
Natural Succession
FALL & SPRING, 2 HRS
Explore a gravel pit and a mature forest, and observe how plant and animal communities change over time.
Great Lakes communities, population changes, biotic & abiotic components, effects of humans; L.EC.06.11, 23, 31, 32; E.ES.07.41
Stream Ecology
FALL & SPRING, 2 HRS
Wade into a stream, search for its residents, and measure the water chemistry. Conduct an experiment to measure flow rate and observe how a contaminate might drift.
Great Lakes communities, population relationships, biotic & abiotic components, effects of humans; L.EC.06.11, 21, 23, 31, 32; E.ES.07.41-42; BCMASC Kit
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Your Place: Outreach Programs
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Your Place: Outreach Programs
(Programs 1 hour to 1.25 hours)
All Ages Programs
Birds of Prey: X-Men of the Wild, Super Heroes of the Sky
Explore the super powers of birds of prey and learn how they survive in the wild. Meet a live bird of prey. This is an indoor program. Additional $25 fee. See fees page for more information.
Adaptation, instinct, individual traits; L.HE.01.11, L.OL.03.32, L.OL.03.42, L.EV.03.12, L.EV.04.21, L.EV.04.22, L.EC.04.11
Who Gives a Hoot?
What owl is making that noise? Learn about the unique adaptations of these nocturnal animals. Meet a live owl. This is an indoor program.
Adaptation, instinct, vision, sound, individual traits, ecosystems; L.HE.01.11, L.OL.03.32, L.OL.03.42, L.EV.03.12, L.EV.04.21, L.EV.04.22, L.EC.04.11
Sense of Place Habitat Study
Custom designed to meet your time and needs! Do you have a special place near your school that you would like to explore with your class? We will meet you at your woods, pond, or other habitat and explore it together. The possibilities are endless! Call us to make a plan!
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