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Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

The primary intent of Waquoit Bay Reserve school programs is to increase the students’ understanding of estuarine systems, factors that influence them, and the students’ roles as coastal stewards. The hands-on, inquiry-based programs highlight topics such as climate change, coastal processes, watersheds, eutrophication, and estuarine ecology. There is classroom space with lab tables and easy access to the sampling in shallow Waquoit Bay. Additionally, recreational activities are available to groups, such as camping, hiking, and fishing.

supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies.

topics covered:
Biology, Climate, Conservation, Ecology, Plants, Sustainability, Watersheds, Wetlands.

contact info
Name: Nancy Church
Phone: 508-457-0495 ext. 125
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: No. Accessible To: PD, VI, HI, LD, ASD.

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Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Encompassing 2,700 acres of open waters, barrier beaches, marshlands, and uplands, the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts the ingredients for making a healthy coastal ecosystem. The Visitors Center features exhibits on watersheds, coastal ecology, and also highlights the research conducted at Waquoit Bay NERR. Additionally, the Reserve contains walking trails for exploration, as well as outdoor activities when the weather allows.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Thu. 10AM-4PM, Fri. 10AM-10PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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Nature Exploration Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

One single tree can provide the oxygen required for two human beings and over 8,000 sheets of paper. Trees can also clean the soil and air by absorbing harmful pollutants. So what have you done for a tree lately? Nature centers and state parks provide a hands-on environment to discover facts about native plants and animals, as well as ways to preserve these natural resources.

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Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

The primary intent of Waquoit Bay Reserve school programs is to increase the scouts understanding of estuarine systems, factors that influence them, and their roles as coastal stewards. The hands-on, inquiry-based programs highlight topics such as climate change, coastal processes, watersheds, eutrophication, and estuarine ecology. There is classroom space with lab tables and easy access to the sampling in shallow Waquoit Bay. Additionally, recreational activities are available to groups, such as camping, hiking, and fishing.

supports scout badges in:
Environmental Studies.

topics covered:
Biology, Climate, Conservation, Ecology, Plants, Sustainability, Watersheds, Wetlands.

contact info
Name: Nancy Church
Phone: 508-457-0495 ext. 125
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: No. Accessible To: PD, VI, HI, LD, ASD.

ABOUT

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Encompassing 2,700 acres of open waters, barrier beaches, marshlands, and uplands, the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts the ingredients for making a healthy coastal ecosystem. The Visitors Center features exhibits on watersheds, coastal ecology, and also highlights the research conducted at Waquoit Bay NERR. Additionally, the Reserve contains walking trails for exploration, as well as outdoor activities when the weather allows.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Thu. 10AM-4PM, Fri. 10AM-10PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Nature Exploration Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

One single tree can provide the oxygen required for two human beings and over 8,000 sheets of paper. Trees can also clean the soil and air by absorbing harmful pollutants. So what have you done for a tree lately? Nature centers and state parks provide a hands-on environment to discover facts about native plants and animals, as well as ways to preserve these natural resources.

View Lesson Plan>>

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

The primary intent of Waquoit Bay Reserve educational programs is to increase the campers understanding of estuarine systems, factors that influence them, and their roles as coastal stewards. The hands-on, inquiry-based programs highlight topics such as climate change, coastal processes, watersheds, eutrophication, and estuarine ecology. There is classroom space with lab tables and easy access to the sampling in shallow Waquoit Bay. Additionally, recreational activities are available to groups, such as camping, hiking, and fishing.

topics covered:
Biology, Climate, Conservation, Ecology, Plants, Sustainability, Watersheds, Wetlands.

contact info
Name: Nancy Church
Phone: 508-457-0495 ext. 125
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: No. Accessible To: PD, VI, HI, LD, ASD.

ABOUT

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Encompassing 2,700 acres of open waters, barrier beaches, marshlands, and uplands, the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts the ingredients for making a healthy coastal ecosystem. The Visitors Center features exhibits on watersheds, coastal ecology, and also highlights the research conducted at Waquoit Bay NERR. Additionally, the Reserve contains walking trails for exploration, as well as outdoor activities when the weather allows.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Thu. 10AM-4PM, Fri. 10AM-10PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Nature Exploration Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

One single tree can provide the oxygen required for two human beings and over 8,000 sheets of paper. Trees can also clean the soil and air by absorbing harmful pollutants. So what have you done for a tree lately? Nature centers and state parks provide a hands-on environment to discover facts about native plants and animals, as well as ways to preserve these natural resources.

View Lesson Plan>>

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

The primary intent of Waquoit Bay Reserve school programs is to increase the students’ understanding of estuarine systems, factors that influence them, and the students’ roles as coastal stewards. The hands-on, inquiry-based programs highlight topics such as climate change, coastal processes, watersheds, eutrophication, and estuarine ecology. There is classroom space with lab tables and easy access to the sampling in shallow Waquoit Bay. Additionally, recreational activities are available to groups, such as camping, hiking, and fishing.

supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies.

topics covered:
Biology, Climate, Conservation, Ecology, Plants, Sustainability, Watersheds, Wetlands.

contact info
Name: Nancy Church
Phone: 508-457-0495 ext. 125
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: No. Accessible To: PD, VI, HI, LD, ASD.

ABOUT

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Encompassing 2,700 acres of open waters, barrier beaches, marshlands, and uplands, the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts the ingredients for making a healthy coastal ecosystem. The Visitors Center features exhibits on watersheds, coastal ecology, and also highlights the research conducted at Waquoit Bay NERR. Additionally, the Reserve contains walking trails for exploration, as well as outdoor activities when the weather allows.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Thu. 10AM-4PM, Fri. 10AM-10PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Nature Exploration Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

One single tree can provide the oxygen required for two human beings and over 8,000 sheets of paper. Trees can also clean the soil and air by absorbing harmful pollutants. So what have you done for a tree lately? Nature centers and state parks provide a hands-on environment to discover facts about native plants and animals, as well as ways to preserve these natural resources.

View Lesson Plan>>