In the natural laboratory at NW Outdoor Science School, the study of ecology, science, math and conservation of natural resources takes on real meaning. Field Study allows students to explore the natural world under the guidance of our qualified Staff and volunteer Student Leaders. Students spend approximately 2 ½ hours on Field Study each morning and afternoon. Through hands-on, interactive activities, students develop an understanding of individual parts of the environment and how the parts fit together. They develop an appreciation of the natural world, and of their place in it. And they have fun while doing so!
Field study activities are developed and implemented by the Field Instructors at each site. Program leaders assist on field studies, and our volunteer Student Leaders are trained to teach many of the activities. This enables us to keep study group sizes small, usually between 6-8 students. Smaller study groups allow for more personal attention to be given to each student, thereby engaging them in active learning all day long. Some of the ideas & concepts students learn about at Outdoor School are:
Field study activities are developed and implemented by the Field Instructors at each site. Program leaders assist on field studies, and our volunteer Student Leaders are trained to teach many of the activities. This enables us to keep study group sizes small, usually between 6-8 students. Smaller study groups allow for more personal attention to be given to each student, thereby engaging them in active learning all day long. Some of the ideas & concepts students learn about at Outdoor School are:
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Habitat & Adaptations
Plant Identification Ocean Tides Animal Signs & Tracking Aquatic Animal Collection |
Water Quality (pH & Dissolved Oxygen)
Photosynthesis Rock Cycle & Geology Marine Intervertebrates |
Bird Watching and Identification
Plant Succession Predator/Prey Watersheds Soil Profiles |
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