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To help plan APRIL curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these April themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. MONTHLY: Keep America Beautiful. National Gardens. National Poetry. Jazz Appreciation. WEEKLY: April 5-11: National Wildlife Week. Apr. 6-12: National Library Week. Apr. 20-26: National Volunteer Week. DAILY: Apr. 2: International Children’s Book Day. National Walking Day. Apr. 3: National Geologists Day. Apr. 4: School Librarians’ Day. Apr. 5: Read a Road Map Day. Apr. 7: World Health Day. Apr. 8: Draw a Picture of a Bird Day. Zoo Lovers Day. Apr. 10: National Farm Animals Day. Apr. 12: International Day of Human Space Flight. April 13: International Plant Appreciation Day. Scrabble Day. Apr. 18: National Scrabble Day. Apr. 15: World Art Day. Apr. 22: Earth Day. Apr. 23: Shakespeare Day. Apr. 25: National Arbor Day. World Penguin Day. Apr. 26: Audubon Day. Tell A Story Day. Apr. 29: International Dance Day. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below for activity type of field trips to learn about. For those unable to travel to these locations, have the fun come to you. Check out the Outreach Field Trips & School Assembly Programs section.  

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Apple Holler

Apple Holler offers fun engaging cross curriculum-based learning experiences such as our Spring Orchard Tour and Bug Safari, Gemstone and Fossil Mining Experience, Summer Fun on the Farm, Pizza Farm Tour, The Legend of Johnny Appleseed, Fall Fun on the Farm.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Performances COST - Fee, Group Rates GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Milwaukee
SturtevantTEL - 262-884-7100 Read More

Bigfoot Tubing, Ziplines and Ropes Course

Take your group on an unforgettable adventure in Wisconsin Dells! Bigfoot Zipline, Ropes Course, and Tubing provide thrilling, hands-on experiences that challenge and excite.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Wisconsin DellsTEL - 608-254-6080 Read More

La Crosse Pizza Ranch

Providing a legendary learning experience for kids of all ages that leaves the kids excited about Pizza Ranch opportunities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, COST - Free, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
La CrosseTEL - 608-519-3118 Read More

Metropolis Resort-Action City and Trampoline Park, Chaos Water Park

Metropolis Resort is the ultimate destination for fun and excitement. Home to Action City, Chaos Water Park, and a full-service hotel, we offer endless entertainment for groups of all sizes.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, School, Homeschool WISCONSIN
Eau ClaireTEL - 715-514-2345 Read More

America’s Black Holocaust Museum

America’s Black Holocaust Museum is dedicated to the history of the Black Holocaust in America. ABHM builds public awareness of the harmful legacies of slavery and Jim Crow in America and promotes racial repair, reconciliation, and healing.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
MilwaukeeTEL - 414-209-3640

Barlow Planetarium

Established in 1998, it was the first major planetarium in Wisconsin. The planetarium’s field trips offer star and laser shows. It also offers a star party right on your school grounds.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Shows COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool WISCONSIN
Green BayTEL - 920-832-2848

Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary

The Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS) is a beautiful 535-acre urban wildlife refuge featuring live animal exhibits, educational displays, miles of hiking/skiing trails, and various wildlife viewing opportunities.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Green BayTEL - 920-391-3671

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Interactive educational museum featuring events & hands-on exhibits designed for kids 10 & under. Every exhibit is designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning through hands-on play.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
MilwaukeeTEL - 414- 390-5437

Boerner Botanical Gardens

Themed garden spaces offer a succession of blooms from early spring through late fall. Thousands of plants bring the seasons to life at the Botanical Gardens, with colorful and fragrant displays laid out in a variety of formal gardens. There is also a 3-acre children’s garden.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Hales Corners
MilwaukeeTEL - 414-525-5600

Charles Allis Art Museum

The story of Charles and Sarah Allis is the story of Milwaukee. It is one of migration, industry, and generosity. The Art Museum’s collection offers diverse art, including 19th-century French & American paintings, displayed in a historic mansion.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
MilwaukeeTEL - 414-278-8295

Chazen Museum of Art

Chazen Museum of Art is home to the second-largest collection of art in Wisconsin, offering rotating exhibits from a collection of over 20,000 works.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Madison WisconsinTEL - 608-263-2246

Children's Museum of Fond Du Lac

The Children’s Museum of Fond Du Lac provides interactive exhibits, educational programs, and a playground. It provides 15,000 sq. feet of indoor space and more than 10,000 sq. feet of fenced outdoor space. CMFDL is full of fun and learning through play!

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Fond du Lac
Green BayTEL - 920-929-0707
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Overnight field trips include trips to NYC, trips to Boston, trips to Philadelphia, trips to Washington, DC, trips to Chicago, trips to Atlanta, trips to Austin, Texas to California and other historic cities throughout the US. Retreats are available for environmental education, team building, and recreation.

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