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Students can learn how to classify local flora and fauna, compare the needs of plants and animals, investigate life cycles, and explore the causes and effects of environmental change and environmental use both past and present. Programs might also involve hiking, playing games, or making a nature craft. Programs for middle and high school-aged students focus on ecological interdependence and stability, and provide opportunities to learn about biodiversity and observe aquatic biomes.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Birds, Classification, Ecology, Ecosystems, Nature, Habitats, Hiking, Physical Activity, Plants.
contact info
Name: Billy Fleetwood
Phone: 678-848-4179
Email: [email protected]
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Pettit Environmental Preserve
A 70-acre nature preserve encompassing forest and lake ecosystems, the Pettit Environmental Preserve serves as a diverse habitat for Georgia’s native wildlife. The preserve has several trails, a stone amphitheater, tree identification markers, a floating bridge, and two pavilion education areas. Groups can enjoy hands-on, curriculum aligned outdoor programs for PreK-12th.
A new education building will allow groups of up to 100 students and include indoor educational exhibits and animal displays.
contact info
Hrs: By appointment.
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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Scouts visiting the Pettit Preserve can learn valuable outdoor skills, as well as the “Leave No Trace” principle.
Cub Scouts will hike one of the trails, identify animals and insects, and complete a rank-appropriate activity; Tiger Cubs compare vermi-composting to other methods in “How Do We Affect Our Environment” or how to spot animal signs in “Let’s Go Outdoors;" Wolf Cubs can choose to about bird identification in "Birds of a Feather" or composting & recycling in “Your Living World;" Bear Cubs learn about soil, leaves and seeds and make a water scope in “Break Down, Build Up” or focus on native species in “Share the World with Wildlife;" Webelos learn to identify poisonous snakes and plants, and prepare a first aid kit.
Girl Scout badge programs include: The “Outdoor Adventurer” program in which Brownies create a nature journal and learn knot tying; “Eco Camper” where Juniors learn about camping equipment and trip preparation; and the “Outdoor Art Apprentice” program that allows Cadettes to create a fairy house and learn to observe nature.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Birds, Classification, Ecology, Ecosystems, Nature, Habitats, Hiking, Physical Activity, Plants.
contact info
Name: Billy Fleetwood
Phone: 678-848-4179
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pettit Environmental Preserve
A 70-acre nature preserve encompassing forest and lake ecosystems, the Pettit Environmental Preserve serves as a diverse habitat for Georgia’s native wildlife. The preserve has several trails, a stone amphitheater, tree identification markers, a floating bridge, and two pavilion education areas. Groups can enjoy hands-on, curriculum aligned outdoor programs for PreK-12th.
A new education building will allow groups of up to 100 students and include indoor educational exhibits and animal displays.
contact info
Hrs: By appointment.
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>>
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Camp groups can visit the Preserve for age appropriate hiking, fun, and games. In “The Place We Live” campers ages 4-7 will learn about local habitats and native species and participate in a variety of crafts. Campers ages 8-12 learn about “The Wild Places Around Us” and use tree identification stations to learn about different trees and their importance to wildlife.
contact info
Name: Billy Fleetwood
Phone: 678-848-4179
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pettit Environmental Preserve
A 70-acre nature preserve encompassing forest and lake ecosystems, the Pettit Environmental Preserve serves as a diverse habitat for Georgia’s native wildlife. The preserve has several trails, a stone amphitheater, tree identification markers, a floating bridge, and two pavilion education areas. Groups can enjoy hands-on, curriculum aligned outdoor programs for PreK-12th.
A new education building will allow groups of up to 100 students and include indoor educational exhibits and animal displays.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
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>>
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Homeschool groups can select from the regular K-12 programs or Pettit Preserve can work with you to design something to fit your needs. Homeschoolers can learn how to classify local flora and fauna, compare the needs of plants and animals, investigate life cycles, and explore the causes and effects of environmental change and environmental use both past and present. Programs might also involve hiking, playing games, or making a nature craft. Programs for middle and high school-aged students focus on ecological interdependence and stability, and provide opportunities to learn about biodiversity and observe aquatic biomes.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Birds, Classification, Ecology, Ecosystems, Nature, Habitats, Hiking, Physical Activity, Plants.
contact info
Name: Billy Fleetwood
Phone: 678-848-4179
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pettit Environmental Preserve
A 70-acre nature preserve encompassing forest and lake ecosystems, the Pettit Environmental Preserve serves as a diverse habitat for Georgia’s native wildlife. The preserve has several trails, a stone amphitheater, tree identification markers, a floating bridge, and two pavilion education areas. Groups can enjoy hands-on, curriculum aligned outdoor programs for PreK-12th.
A new education building will allow groups of up to 100 students and include indoor educational exhibits and animal displays.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
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>>