What stories are written in the rocks of the mountain landscape? How can they tell us how Earth has changed over millions of years? In this immersive field program, students study the dramatic layers of Turtle Mountain and uncover the story of the land through hands-on science. Students will examine real fossils, investigate rocks and minerals with simple tests, and discover what the land can teach us about the past, connecting geology, life, and the forces that shaped Alberta’s landscapes.
| Grade(s): | 3 |
| Curriculum: |
Science Physical Education |
| Themes: |
Earth’s surface changes over time through gradual and sudden changes. Rock layers and fossils are evidence of the stories of the past. Water, in many forms, changes the landscape through time (including glaciers, rivers, lakes, and wetlands). Unique landforms are found across Alberta and offer insight into the processes that shaped them and the types of life found in the past and present. |
| Type: | Field Study |
| Duration: | Full-Day |
| Location: | Castle Provincial Park |
| Max. Group Size: | 25 students |
| Fees: | $125 |
| Availability: | September - October, May – June |
