Education Program Calendar

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• Deep Roots:  Explore native plants and discover their traditional uses by the Kumeyaay people. Through engaging hands-on activities and guided explorations, participants will learn about the various roles these plants play in providing food, medicine, and other essential resources. This experience will deepen your understanding of the connection between Kumeyaay culture, the natural world, and the San Diego River.
  • NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3

• Wildlife CSI:  Assume the role of wildlife detectives as you explore the diverse animals and plants thriving along the river. Through careful observation and study, uncover the complex relationships between these species and their environment. This hands-on experience will deepen your understanding of how these organisms interact, influence one another, and contribute to the health and balance of the entire riparian ecosystem.
  • NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, LS2-2

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• 9:00am – 11:30pm
• 9:30am – 12:00pm
• 10:00am – 12:30pm

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Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org

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• Beyond Feathers:  Experience the fascinating world of over 500 bird species, focusing on their identification, adaptations, habitats, and essential roles in the ecosystem. Students participate in a guided bird walk through the San Diego River estuary, a recognized prime habitat and migration stopover for various aquatic bird species.
  • NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1

• Pollinator Partners: Explore the essential roles of bats, butterflies, bugs, and bees as pollinators and ecosystem engineers. Learn how these fascinating creatures support biodiversity, assist in plant reproduction, and contribute to the overall health and balance of river ecosystems. By understanding these connections, they will develop a deeper appreciation for the complexity of nature and the importance of preserving these vital keystone species. 
  • NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, LS2-1

CHOOSE A TIME:

• 9:00am – 11:30pm
• 9:30am – 12:00pm
• 10:00am – 12:30pm

BOOK:  FIELD TRIP FORM

Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org

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• River Bugs are Cool:  Discover how river macroinvertebrates serve as bioindicators of water quality. Participate in citizen science by sampling live "river bugs" from the San Diego River. Learn about the watershed and how our actions impact our waterways. Through hands-on activities, students will identify and sort these invertebrates, collecting valuable data to assess the river's health and understand the effects of human activity on the riparian ecosystem.
  • NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC

• River Detectives:  Perform physical and chemical analyses, such as measuring pH levels, assessing turbidity, analyzing salinity, and conducting various other tests. Identify macroinvertebrates to use as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River. Through engaging activities, students will analyze the collected data to evaluate water quality and understand its effects on the river ecosystem. 
  • NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4

CHOOSE A TIME:

• 9:00am – 11:30pm
• 9:30am – 12:00pm
• 10:00am – 12:30pm

BOOK:  FIELD TRIP FORM

Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org