Just one drop of Hudson River water holds multitudes of drifting plants and animals called plankton. Students learn why plankton are vital to the Estuary ecosystem through interactive microscope activities.
Program Objectives:
- Students will define and identify the ecological significance of an Estuary
- Students will define plankton and identify the difference between phytoplankton and zooplankton
- Students will learn how to operate microscopes to view microscopic organisms
- Students will identify plankton’s role in the Hudson River food web
Program Information:
- Student Capacity: 30 students per program
- Cost: $200 (waivers available upon demonstration of need)
- Teacher chaperones: One chaperone is required for every 10 students (1:10 ratio) at minimum
Program Activities:
- Plankton 101
- Microscope Training and Plankton Slide Making
- Plankton Identification Station
For details on program availability and location in the Park, please consult the calendar at the booking link above or contact education@hrpt.ny.gov.
