Observe birds and bugs in a vital urban green space using scientific tools.
This program occurs fully outdoors at Pier 63. This field trip is available to book Tuesdays through Fridays, July through August.
Program Objectives
- Students will be able to understand the importance of green spaces in urban areas
- Students will be able to identify different species of birds and bugs
- Students will be able to identify the parts of a plant
- Students will feel empowered to support wild habitats for migrating creatures
Program Information
- Student Capacity: 30 students per program
- Cost: $200 (waivers available upon demonstration of need)
- Adult chaperones: one chaperone is required for every 10 students (1:10 ratio) at minimum
Program Activities
- Plant Part Introduction
- Bug Scavenger Hunt
- Birding Exploration
- Migration Game
What Teachers Say About the Program
- “[Nature Explorers] was a great program I would highly recommend—we loved the 3D hands-on tools and bird skulls and the learning games.” —2nd Grade Teacher, Brooklyn
- “The educators were friendly, knowledgeable and effective at providing answers to questions the children raised during the interactive activities. The program provided an age-appropriate balance of factual as well as hands-on information. The children were engaged at all times.” —4th Grade Teacher, Bronx