Field Experiences

Healthy Water, Healthy Ecosystems at the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies

Water is both a critical and controversial resource; especially in the dry climate of Colorado. On this field trip, we will explore the oasis that is Barr Lake State Park and discover the birds that depend on it. Students will then take on the role of stakeholders in an imaginary town to figure out “who dirtied the water” and work together to come up with a solution.

Water Conservation Community Meeting

Through a simulation, students participate and explore how a community can deplete and damage a local water resource. After learning how that ecosystem was damaged students work in stakeholder groups to brainstorm how they, as members of the community, can restore that ecosystem for future generations. Students will present their groups ideas to the class.

Topics addressed: ecosystems, stakeholders, community, conservation, critical thinking, teamwork

Colorado Water

Water is a vital resource that all animals, including humans depend on. Students will learn about the hydrologic cycle and the different states of matter water is found in on earth. Students will then collaborate to see how humans can dirty the water in a community’s watershed. After, they will discuss steps they can take to mitigate this issue and help protect birds and their habitats.

Topics addressed: water, conservation, community, habitats