Our Outdoor Classroom School Activity encompasses ecosystem-based knowledge, exploring themes of climate change, resilience, natural history and interconnectivity.
We offer indoor and outdoor immersive and engaging classes.
Outdoor Classroom School Activity
No matter the age or level of your class, Natural Cycles, our Natural Science Classroom, is an adaptable education program suitable for indoor or outdoor learning.
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Natural Cycles – An Outdoor Classroom and Indoor Workshop with Island Trails Ecotours
Connect your students to nature and history through immersive learning!
Why Choose Natural Cycles?
- Flexible: Perfect for all ages and adaptable for classrooms or outdoor trails.
- Interactive: Engages students with hands-on activities, storytelling, and exploration.
- Inspiring: Sparks curiosity and stewardship by connecting to Vancouver Island’s rich ecosystems and heritage.
Program Options:
🦋 Indoor Program
- Dive into our mobile museum’s natural artifacts and where they are from.
- Enjoy engaging stories about wildlife, natural history, and ecological connections.
🌿 Outdoor Adventures
- Explore local trails or parks through interactive, hands-on learning.
- Train your eyes to see history’s marks and understand the web of life around us.
📝 Custom Worksheets
- Post-activity worksheets for critical thinking and discussions.
- Open-ended questions that fit seamlessly into your curriculum.
What You’ll Learn
- Topics Covered:
- Local geology, glaciation, forest fires, and flooding.
- The role of native flora in ecosystems and human history.
- Duration: 3 hours of immersive learning.
Pricing:
- Single Classroom:
- Indoor: $200
- Outdoor: $250
- Additional Groups (Max 2/day): +$150/group
- Auditorium (Multi-classrooms): $350 (indoor only)
- Travel Fees:
- Free in Greater Victoria (Langford, etc.)
- $0.68/km outside Greater Victoria (e.g., ~$110 to Nanaimo).
Year-Round Availability
- Outdoor sessions depend on weather conditions.
- Bilingual options in English and French!
Location & Flexibility
- Held at a park near your school.
- Bus transport encouraged for farther locations.
- Hybrid programs available for colder months.
Contact Us to Book Your Adventure!
📞 Noémie Girard – 1 (514) 797-6405
📧 info@islandtrailsecotours.com