Preview
Lineup
Interactive (all grades):
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Mammals
- Find out what makes mammals so mesmerizing and exploration of their clever survival habits and homes.
- Science: K.LS.1, K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 1.LS.1, 1.LS.3, 2.LS.1, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.3, 4.LS.2, 5.LS.2, 6.LS.1, 6.LS.4
- 45-90 minutes.
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Birds
- Let your mind soar like a bird as you learn to identify the diverse feathered residents of our region and explore the adaptions that make each species so unique.
- Science: K.LS.1, K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 1.LS.1, 1.LS.3, 2.LS.1, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.3, 4.LS.2, 5.LS.2, 6.LS.1, 6.LS.4
- 45-90 minutes.
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Animal Classification
- Compare and contrast characteristics of the six major animal classes: insects, fish, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and birds.
- Science: LS.1, K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 1.LS.1, 1.LS.3, 1.LS.4, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.1, 3.LS.3, 4.LS.1, 4.LS.3, 5.LS.2, 6.LS.3
- 45-90 minutes.
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Animal Adaptations
- Discover the wide range of unique adaptations animals use to thrive and survive.
- Science: K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 1.LS.2, 1.LS.3, 1.LS.4, 2.LS.1, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.3, 3.LS.4, 4.LS.1, 4.LS.2, 4.LS.3, 5.LS.2, 5.LS.3, 6.LS.1
- 45-90 minutes.
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Predator & Prey
- Discover how energy flows through an ecosystem’s food web.
- Science: K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 2.LS.1, 3.LS.3, 3.LS.4, 4.LS.3, 5.LS.2, 5.LS.3, 6.LS.2, 6.LS.3
- 45-90 minutes.
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Animal Tracks & Signs
- Learn how to detect and interpret evidence of animal activity and behavior.
- Science: K.LS.2, 1.LS.2, 1.LS.3, 1.LS.4, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.3
- 45-90 minutes.
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Habitat Hike
- Take a virtual hike through diverse habitats and discover the unique homes animals make within.
- Science: K.LS.2, K.LS.3, 1.LS.3, 2.LS.1, 2.LS.3, 3.LS.3, 4.LS.2, 4.LS.3, 5.LS.2, 6.LS.1, 6.LS.2, 6.LS.4, 6.LS.5
- 45-90 minutes.
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Nature Hike
- Explore the secrets of nature on a naturalist-led virtual hike.
- Science: PS.1, K.LS.1, K.LS.2, 1.LS.1, 1.LS.3, 2.LS.1, 2.LS.2, 3.LS.3, 4.LS.2, 5.LS.2, 6.LS.1, 6.LS.4, 6.LS.5
- 45-90 minutes.
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Native Cultures and the Fur Trade
- Learn about how Native groups in the region and the Europeans traded goods and changed each other’s culture.
- Social Studies: 1.3.8, 1.4.6, 3.1.1, 3.1.8, 3.1.9, 3.3.11, 3.3.13, 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.5, 4.3.5, 8.1.1, 8.1.2
- United States History: USH 2.4
- Indiana Studies: IS.1.1, IS.1.2
- 45 minutes.
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One Room Schoolhouse
- Become a student of the 1870s in a virtual living history experience from an authentic one room schoolhouse.
- Social Studies: 1.1.1, 1.1.2, 3.1.6, 3.1.8
- 45 minutes.
Lectures (better for older students):
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Made in Elkhart County
- Explore the major industries and products made in Elkhart County and the people who made them.
- 45 minutes.
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Elkhart County and World War II
- People from Elkhart County were at all the major events in World War II; learn about locals that served during the war and helped the war effort on the homefront.
- 45 minutes.
Q&A with an Expert:
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We are happy to connect with your students on topics not listed above.
- Wondering what a day in the life of a naturalist or curator is like?
- Have questions about how to prepare for a career in history or environmental education?
- Need an expert to answer questions about a history or nature subject you are studying in the classroom? (just give us a little prep time and we will share everything we know!)

How it Works
- Book a program using the process below.
- The day before your field trip, you will receive a link via email to a secure meeting (your choice of Webex or Google Meet). Please share this link with students who will be connecting from home.
- Connect and enjoy!

How to Schedule
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Contact us at:
- 574.535.6458 or parksinfo@elkhartcounty.com
- Please make your reservation at least 7 days in advance
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Please be prepared with the following:
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Which program you would like
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2-3 potential dates
- Preferred program length (if applicable)
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Start and end times
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Grade level
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School name
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How many students will be connecting or in the classroom. There is a limit of 100 connections per session.
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Which platform you prefer (Webex or Google Meet)
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Any special needs or requests
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Your contact info: name, email, phone
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Recorded Content
We also have an ever-growing list of recorded content available. Check out our Flipgrid and YouTube channels below.