Education at Cedar Creek
We are now scheduling in-person field trips for spring and fall 2023!
We also encourage you to explore our digital resources to support your teaching and learning, and are happy to work with you to do a custom online program.
"Without this fantastic opportunity, our students would not be exposed to relevant science in the field, interaction with real scientists and a chance to live authentic science. The opportunity to collect genuine data and observe the results gathered was eye-opening. They all walked away with a greater appreciation for nature and the many interactions that occur on a daily basis. The reflections heard on the bus ride back to school and as students returned to classes were very touching."
- 7th grade teacher, 2017
Student groups visiting Cedar Creek engage in a variety of activities ranging from tours of various ecosystems and research studies to investigations exploring core ecological concepts. More than passive observers, students are encouraged to actively “do science” and ultimately grasp core ecology ideas. Programs are either full-day (4 hours) or half-day (2 hours: morning or afternoon only) and include a combination of tours and field investigations. In order to provide the highest-quality experience and instruction, there are fees associated with field trips. More details are on grade-specific pages. You may need to have transportation available during your field trip to reach the various sites.