Homeschool Field Trip Programs
HOMESCHOOL FIELD TRIPS
Students and adults alike will discover the Indian River Lagoon by land and sea! Dolphins, manatees, birds, and other marine life may be encountered as the naturalist describes the lagoon and inhabitants aboard our 40 person pontoon. Participants will disembark onto a remote island in the lagoon to explore in depth. Each month will focus on a different topic, providing an engaging educational experience.
This program is offered from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. once each month throughout the school year.
September 17 & September 24 • Keystone Species
What species in the Indian River Lagoon are vital to the ecosystem’s wellbeing?
October 15 & October 22 • Compare & Contrast
Exploring the Indian River Lagoon through various methods and observations.
November 12 & November 19 • Sounds of the Sea
How does sound travel through water and what creatures are communicating?
December 17 • Migration
From birds to whales, many animals are beginning their migratory journeys through Florida’s coastal waters. What are these journeys like and how do they impact the Indian River Lagoon?
January 14 • Weather vs Climate
How do we understand weather trends?
February 11 • Mollusks & Crustaceans (A Love Story)
How do these creatures rely on one another in the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem?
March 11 • All About Plants
What is so important about plants and what kinds live in our lagoon?
April 8 • Endangered Species
What makes the Indian River Lagoon an estuary of national importance and what endangered species live here?
Have a homeschool group of more than 16? Book one of our Adventure Field Trips for a customized experience on your schedule!
For questions or additional info, please contact Carley Metcalf at 386.428.4828 or [email protected]
Our Mission:
"To protect our coastal ecosystems through education, conservation, and exploration"