FIELD TRIPS
Students benefit from Green Chimneys’ dynamic Clearpool landscape to learn about natural history, forestry, water conservation, and diverse wildlife through hands-on, experiential activities and exciting team building exercises. The outdoor education activities and wildlife programs at Clearpool are designed to support classroom activities and enrich academic and interpersonal development by encouraging nature exploration and play as students discover ecological connections. The Nature-Based Program helps students practice plant identification, learn about animals, collect data on forest health, study the watershed and wetlands, learn maple syrup-making, and collect and identify minerals. Activities in Outdoor Adventure field trips include hiking through any of the 5 miles of trails, a compass challenge, boating, a high and low ropes course, teambuilding, and outdoor survival.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science
topics covered:
Animals, Classification, Conservation, Ecology, Forestry, Geology, Hiking, Natural History, Outdoor Survival, Physical Activity, Plants, Sugaring, Sustainability, Team Building, Watersheds, Wetlands
contact info
Phone: 845-225-8226
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Green Chimneys Clearpool Outdoor Education Program
At Green Chimneys’ Clearpool Campus, groups immerse themselves in a world of outdoor education and exploration. With 350 acres of woodlands, five miles of hiking trails, and a natural lake, groups can experience the environment in new ways. The Nature-Based Program incorporates hikes, rock and stream study, wildlife observation, and more to teach topics such as ecology, geology, natural history, and forestry. The Adventure Program offers opportunities to develop teambuilding, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills through activities such as ropes courses, raft building, and hiking. Five cabins and an on-site dining facility can accommodate overnight stays for up to 120 students.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
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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FIELD TRIPS
Scout groups can come to Green Chimneys for a variety of after school programs, full-day trips or overnight outings. Programs offer opportunities for scouts to build their outdoor and interpersonal skills while working towards educational goals. After school programs of 1-2 hours include nature and wildlife study, and wilderness programs such as a compass challenge, sensory awareness, teambuilding, boating, and a high and low ropes course. Facilities can accommodate up to 120 scouts for an overnight stay and groups can enjoy evening activities such as night hikes, campfires, and more!
supports scout badges in:
Physical Education, Science
topics covered:
canoeing, climbing, ecology, forestry, geology, hiking, natural history, outdoor skills
contact info
Phone: 845-225-8226
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Green Chimneys Clearpool Outdoor Education Program
At Green Chimneys’ Clearpool Campus, groups immerse themselves in a world of outdoor education and exploration. With 350 acres of woodlands, five miles of hiking trails, and a natural lake, groups can experience the environment in new ways. The Nature-Based Program incorporates hikes, rock and stream study, wildlife observation, and more to teach topics such as ecology, geology, natural history, and forestry. The Adventure Program offers opportunities to develop teambuilding, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills through activities such as ropes courses, raft building, and hiking. Five cabins and an on-site dining facility can accommodate overnight stays for up to 120 students.
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>>
FIELD TRIPS
Homeschool groups can visit Green Chimneys’ dynamic Clearpool landscape to learn about natural history, forestry, water conservation, and diverse wildlife through hands-on, experiential activities and exciting team-building exercises. The outdoor education activities and wildlife programs at Clearpool are designed to support classroom activities and enrich academic and interpersonal development by encouraging nature exploration and play as homeschoolers discover ecological connections. The nature-based program helps homeschoolers practice plant identification, learn about animals, collect data on forest health, study the watershed and wetlands, learn maple syrup-making, and collect and identify minerals. Outdoor adventure field trips include hiking through any of the 5 miles of trails, a compass challenge, boating, a high and low ropes course, teambuilding, and outdoor survival.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Classification, Conservation, Ecology, Forestry, Geology, Hiking, Natural History, Outdoor Survival, Physical Activity, Plants, Sugaring, Sustainability, Team Building, Watersheds, Wetlands
contact info
Phone: 845-225-8226
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Green Chimneys Clearpool Outdoor Education Program
At Green Chimneys’ Clearpool Campus, groups immerse themselves in a world of outdoor education and exploration. With 350 acres of woodlands, five miles of hiking trails, and a natural lake, groups can experience the environment in new ways. The Nature-Based Program incorporates hikes, rock and stream study, wildlife observation, and more to teach topics such as ecology, geology, natural history, and forestry. The Adventure Program offers opportunities to develop teambuilding, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills through activities such as ropes courses, raft building, and hiking. Five cabins and an on-site dining facility can accommodate overnight stays for up to 120 students.
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>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
Clearpool offers families fun and educational experiences focused on environmental exploration and sustainability. Take advantage of year-round opportunities to connect with nature while creating memories in the great outdoors. Hike the nature trails or explore the Weekend Nature Series!
topics covered:
Canoeing, Climbing, Ecology, Forestry, Geology, Hiking, Natural History, Outdoor Skills
contact info
Phone: 845-225-8226
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Green Chimneys Clearpool Outdoor Education Program
Clearpool offers families fun and educational experiences focused on environmental exploration and sustainability.
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>>