Students learn about the importance of soil and decomposition in forest. They do hands-on soil sampling and learn how soil types relate to plant growth. Students also draw relationships between the forest, natural regions and recycling.
| Grade(s): | 4 |
| Curriculum: |
Science Social Studies |
| Themes: |
Plant communities Plant & animal waste and recyclers The 3 Rs Natural regions |
| Type: | Field Study |
| Duration: | 1.5 Hours |
| Location: | Cold Lake, Garner Lake, Moose Lake, or Whitney Lakes Provincial Parks |
| Max. Group Size: | 30 students |
| Fees: | $3 per student |
| Availability: | May - June, September |
