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Biscayne Nature Center

Biscayne Nature Center field trip options include seagrass adventures, hikes, beach activities, exploration of the fossil reef, and coastal ecology. Groups will discover all shapes and sizes of sea life, uncover secrets of a coastal hammock ecosystem, go back in time to examine the ancient fossil reef, and more. The Beach Babies option gives the youngest visitors a chance to see, touch, and smell marine animals and plants.

supports classroom learning in:
Science, Environmental Studies.

topics covered:
Animals, Biology, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Hiking, Marine Life, Plants, Sustainability.

contact info
Name: Sandra St. Hilaire, Program Coordinator.
Phone: 305-361-6767 ext. 119
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Biscayne Nature Center

Overlooking the dunes and ocean, the Biscayne Nature Center is a beautiful facility on the north end of Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. The multifunctional Center serves visitors with a reception area, exhibit space, gift shop, an audio visual presentation room and demonstration lab classroom facilities. Right outside its doors, there is Mother Nature's spectacular classroom. The Center is dedicated to harmony with nature and utilizes alternative technologies such as solar power, water and energy conservation, passive solar design, and recycled materials.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM - 4PM.

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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Biscayne Nature Center

Biscayne Nature Center field trip options include seagrass adventures, hikes, beach activities, exploration of the fossil reef, and coastal ecology. Groups will discover all shapes and sizes of sea life, uncover secrets of a coastal hammock ecosystem, go back in time to examine the ancient fossil reef, and more. The Beach Babies option gives the youngest visitors a chance to see, touch, and smell marine animals and plants.

supports scout badges in:
Science, Environmental Science.

topics covered:
Animals, Biology, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Hiking, Marine Life, Plants, Sustainability.

contact info
Name: Sandra St. Hilaire, Program Coordinator.
Phone: 305-361-6767 ext. 119
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Biscayne Nature Center

Overlooking the dunes and ocean, the Biscayne Nature Center is a beautiful facility on the north end of Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. The multifunctional Center serves visitors with a reception area, exhibit space, gift shop, an audio visual presentation room and demonstration lab classroom facilities. Right outside its doors, there is Mother Nature's spectacular classroom. The Center is dedicated to harmony with nature and utilizes alternative technologies such as solar power, water and energy conservation, passive solar design, and recycled materials.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM - 4PM.

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>>

Biscayne Nature Center

Biscayne Nature Center field trip options include seagrass adventures, hikes, beach activities, exploration of the fossil reef, and coastal ecology. Groups will discover all shapes and sizes of sea life, uncover secrets of a coastal hammock ecosystem, go back in time to examine the ancient fossil reef, and more. The Beach Babies option gives the youngest visitors a chance to see, touch, and smell marine animals and plants.

topics covered:
Animals, Biology, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Hiking, Marine Life, Plants, Sustainability.

contact info
Name: Sandra St. Hilaire, Program Coordinator.
Phone: 305-361-6767 ext. 119
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Biscayne Nature Center

Overlooking the dunes and ocean, the Biscayne Nature Center is a beautiful facility on the north end of Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. The multifunctional Center serves visitors with a reception area, exhibit space, gift shop, an audio visual presentation room and demonstration lab classroom facilities. Right outside its doors, there is Mother Nature's spectacular classroom. The Center is dedicated to harmony with nature and utilizes alternative technologies such as solar power, water and energy conservation, passive solar design, and recycled materials.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM - 4PM.

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>>

Biscayne Nature Center

Biscayne Nature Center field trip options include seagrass adventures, hikes, beach activities, exploration of the fossil reef, and coastal ecology. Groups will discover all shapes and sizes of sea life, uncover secrets of a coastal hammock ecosystem, go back in time to examine the ancient fossil reef, and more. The Beach Babies option gives the youngest visitors a chance to see, touch, and smell marine animals and plants.

supports classroom learning in:
Science, Environmental Studies.

topics covered:
Animals, Biology, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Hiking, Marine Life, Plants, Sustainability.

contact info
Name: Sandra St. Hilaire, Program Coordinator.
Phone: 305-361-6767 ext. 119
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 5:1. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Biscayne Nature Center

Overlooking the dunes and ocean, the Biscayne Nature Center is a beautiful facility on the north end of Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. The multifunctional Center serves visitors with a reception area, exhibit space, gift shop, an audio visual presentation room and demonstration lab classroom facilities. Right outside its doors, there is Mother Nature's spectacular classroom. The Center is dedicated to harmony with nature and utilizes alternative technologies such as solar power, water and energy conservation, passive solar design, and recycled materials.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM - 4PM.

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>>