Wetland Habitat Field Trip

This trip supports the grade 3 life science unit.  Students will visit a local wetland (Lexington's Old Reservoir) and explore the shoreline to identify different habitats, compare the environmental factors of each, and the diversity of plant and animal life found there.  Students will collect and observe animals and identify ways in which their bodies and behaviors enable them to grow and survive in their habitat.

Wetland Field Trip

Trip Guide

Areas to explore and activities 

Data Collection Sheet/Student Map

Each group records observations during the walks

Note:  Rescheduling or cancellations due to inclement weather will be posted here.  You may also check with your school's main office for additional information.

Please contact Karen McCarthy, Science Curriculum Coordinator K-5, with any questions or for further details.

Volunteer Training On-site

Volunteers will lead small groups of students around the reservoir stopping at designated areas and engaging students in interactive activities.   All training will be done on site the day of the walk.

 

Note:  Parking is available on site at the Old Res parking lot located at 451 Marrett road entrance.

For questions or further details, please contact Karen McCarthy, Science Curriculum Coordinator K-5, or Pamela Cohen, District Big Backyard Coordinator.