School
Discover the wonders of nature right in the heart of Atlanta! Groups will take an educational hike, and take part in a science experiment activity during educational programming at Piedmont Park Conservancy. The youngest learners will compare growing up as a human to growing up in the wild, and plant a seed. Groups can visit the garden and orchard and identify, examine, and even taste parts of plants. Explore food webs and adaption on a hike, or examine plants cellular structure under a microscope. Guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, and self-guided tree tours are also available.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies.
topics covered:
Science, Environmental Science, Animals, Plants, Biology, Ecology, Hiking.
contact info
Name: Natalie Brett, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 404-875-7275
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Piedmont Park Conservancy
Piedmont Park Conservancy hosts has over 200 acres of green space to enjoy with hundreds of events each year. From Atlanta’s favorite festivals, Saturday’s Green Market and sports at The Active Oval to dogs running in the off-leash dog parks and children learning over in the educational garden, there’s always something to do. Piedmont Park is one of the largest venues for outdoor learning experiences in the City of Atlanta, offering hands-on experiences focused on STEM-based topics and experiential learning.
contact info
Hrs: Monday - Friday 8:30AM -5:30PM.
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
Discover the wonders of nature right in the heart of Atlanta! Groups will take an educational hike, and take part in a science experiment activity during educational programming at Piedmont Park Conservancy. The youngest learners will compare growing up as a human to growing up in the wild, and plant a seed. Groups can visit the garden and orchard and identify, examine, and even taste parts of plants. Explore food webs and adaption on a hike, or examine plants cellular structure under a microscope. Guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, and self-guided tree tours are also available.
supports scout badges in:
Environmental Science.
topics covered:
Science, Environmental Science, Animals, Plants, Biology, Ecology, Hiking.
contact info
Name: Natalie Brett, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 404-875-7275
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Piedmont Park Conservancy
Piedmont Park Conservancy hosts has over 200 acres of green space to enjoy with hundreds of events each year. From Atlanta’s favorite festivals, Saturday’s Green Market and sports at The Active Oval to dogs running in the off-leash dog parks and children learning over in the educational garden, there’s always something to do. Piedmont Park is one of the largest venues for outdoor learning experiences in the City of Atlanta, offering hands-on experiences focused on STEM-based topics and experiential learning.
contact info
Hrs: Monday - Friday 8:30AM -5:30PM.
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>>
Camp
Discover the wonders of nature right in the heart of Atlanta! Groups will take an educational hike, and take part in a science experiment activity during educational programming at Piedmont Park Conservancy. The youngest learners will compare growing up as a human to growing up in the wild, and plant a seed. Groups can visit the garden and orchard and identify, examine, and even taste parts of plants. Explore food webs and adaption on a hike, or examine plants cellular structure under a microscope. Guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, and self-guided tree tours are also available.
topics covered:
Science, Environmental Science, Animals, Plants, Biology, Ecology, Hiking.
contact info
Name: Natalie Brett, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 404-875-7275
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Piedmont Park Conservancy
Piedmont Park Conservancy hosts has over 200 acres of green space to enjoy with hundreds of events each year. From Atlanta’s favorite festivals, Saturday’s Green Market and sports at The Active Oval to dogs running in the off-leash dog parks and children learning over in the educational garden, there’s always something to do. Piedmont Park is one of the largest venues for outdoor learning experiences in the City of Atlanta, offering hands-on experiences focused on STEM-based topics and experiential learning.
contact info
Hrs: Monday - Friday 8:30AM -5:30PM.
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>>
Homeschool
Discover the wonders of nature right in the heart of Atlanta! Groups will take an educational hike, and take part in a science experiment activity during educational programming at Piedmont Park Conservancy. The youngest learners will compare growing up as a human to growing up in the wild, and plant a seed. Groups can visit the garden and orchard and identify, examine, and even taste parts of plants. Explore food webs and adaption on a hike, or examine plants cellular structure under a microscope. Guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, and self-guided tree tours are also available.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies.
topics covered:
Science, Environmental Science, Animals, Plants, Biology, Ecology, Hiking.
contact info
Name: Natalie Brett, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 404-875-7275
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Piedmont Park Conservancy
Piedmont Park Conservancy hosts has over 200 acres of green space to enjoy with hundreds of events each year. From Atlanta’s favorite festivals, Saturday’s Green Market and sports at The Active Oval to dogs running in the off-leash dog parks and children learning over in the educational garden, there’s always something to do. Piedmont Park is one of the largest venues for outdoor learning experiences in the City of Atlanta, offering hands-on experiences focused on STEM-based topics and experiential learning.
contact info
Hrs: Monday - Friday 8:30AM -5:30PM.
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>>