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NATURE’S CLASSROOM
Sandusky County Park District Presentations and Reference Materials
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Schedule a program or reserve a loaner box :
419-334-4495 Toll Free 1-888-200-5577 scpd@sanduskycountyparks.com
Nature Programs INSIDE and OUT
Programs are FREE of charge, unless noted.
This list displays the most commonly requested presentations for classrooms, clubs & organizations. When requesting a program, discuss your needs with the Naturalist. The program staff is familiar with current scout badge requirements as well as school proficiency needs. Programs may be adapted to help fulfill those needs along with the appropriate location, audience size, and age level. We're flexible!
Animal Adaptations - explore differences between amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals
Animal Tracks - identify specific tracks and make an edible “scat” snack
Bicycle Safety - Ranger Bike Patrol Officers demonstrate proper attire, bike maintenance, explain safety and bike trail etiquette
Bird Basics - explore the sights & sounds of our feathered friends
Bugology - discover the diversity of insects, learn life cycles, hunt for insects
Connecting People to Nature - learn the benefits of being outdoors and how the Park District helps
Cookie Baking at the Cabin - history lesson & homemade cookies
Forest & Woodland Studies - identify trees, see how a forest is created
General Nature Walk - guided walks available year-round, highlighting the season, in Park District facilities or on a site near you
History of Apples - learn the importance of apples to early settlers, enjoy apple crisp in the cabin
History/Log Cabin Life - learn about the life of a pioneer, cooking, clothing & more
Instincts for Survival - outdoor game to discover carnivores, omnivores, herbivores & how they survive, good large group activity
Naturalist Chat - learn about a Naturalist’s job and discover area flora & fauna
Night Hike - hike after dark exploring nature’s night life
Ohio Wildlife - history of wild turkey, bald eagle, river otter, deer, coyote, beaver
Park District Update - learn about Park District facilities, operations, and current projects
Raptors - how raptors are different from other birds, their adaptations & calls
River Walk - wade in the Sandusky River, monitor stream quality, explore water habitat
Pioneers & American Indians - crafts & toys of Ohio’s early inhabitants
Wetlands - discover an interesting habitat and learn about area aquatic wildlife
Wild Turkeys - discover the life history of wild turkeys
World Travelers - migration of hummingbird, monarch butterfly, purple martin, osprey
Loaner Boxes
These teaching kits contain posters, supplies, and activities to educate about the topic or supplement a science lesson. Great resources that may be reserved in advance, loaned for 2 weeks at a time and require a $25 refundable deposit.
Amphibians/Reptiles
Birds
Endangered Species
Geology: Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Glaciers
Geology: Rocks, Minerals, Fossils
Insects
Mammals
Trees/Plants
Water/Fish
