| Date |
Project & Location |
Details |
| December 6 |
Wildlife Watch Workshop
Plains Conservation Center
21901 E. Hampden
Aurora |
Sharpen your senses to the sights and sounds of nature! Discover where, when, and how to watch wildlife responsibly; learn how to choose and use binoculars; learn how to use a range map and field guide; interpret wildlife habitats and signs on a workshop nature walk. Wildlife Watch workshops are jam-packed with dynamic presentations, hands-on activities, and practical demonstrations—capped by a guided, group nature walk where you'll try out your newly acquired viewing skills! Content is applicable to Life Science Standard 3.
Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $15
Audience: K-12 teachers
Credit: 1/2 credit for an additional fee
Contact: Call 303/291-7250 or send an e-mail to register or for further information |
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January 16
New! |
Basic PreK-8 Project Learning Tree Workshop Keystone Science School, Keystone |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 (supported by National Fire Plan)
Audience: PreK-8 grade teachers
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Dave Miller, dmiller@keystone.org, 970/455-4229 or Shawna Crocker, scrocker@colostate.edu 303/202-4662
Misc: Website at http://pltatkeystone.blogspot.com |
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January 17
New! |
Fire, Bugs, Climate Change: Forest Ecology Secondary PLT Workshop
Keystone Science School
Keystone |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 (supported by National Fire Plan)
Audience: Middle and High School Teachers
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Dave Miller, dmiller@keystone.org, 970-455-4229 or Shawna Crocker, scrocker@colostate.edu 303-202-4662
Misc: Website at http://pltatkeystone.blogspot.com |
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January 23
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Project WILD: A Globeology Adventure
The Wildlife Experience
10035 S. Peoria St.
Parker |
Educator's will immerse themselves in a variety of ecosystems around the globe in The Wildlife Experience's blockbuster exhibit, Globeology, while obtaining access to the renowned standards-based Project Wild curriculum. Participants will experience a variety of inquiry learning activities utilizing the amazingly lifelike depictions of eight interactive world biomes.
Time: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $29
Audience: K-12 teachers
Credit: 1/2 credit for an additional fee
Contact: Call Kam Breitenbach, reservations coordinator, 720/488-3344
Miscellany: Be prepared to go outside, bring a luch or lunch money, walking shoes, jacket, notebook, writing implements |
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January 30
New! |
Basic Project Learning Tree PreK-8 Workshop Escuela Tlatelolco
Denver |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 refunded at workshop
Audience: PreK-8th grade teachers
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Shawna Crocker, scrocker@colostate.edu 303-202-4662
Misc: Website at http://pltatescuela.blogspot.com |
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February 27
New! |
Annual Project WILD Workshop Metro State College
West Classroom
Denver |
This workshop is for all education students, student teachers, current classroom teachers, and curriculum coaches. Bring a sack lunch—must attend all day to receive materials. Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 to Colorado Wildlife Heritage Foundation
Audience: Education students, student teachers, current classroom teachers and curriculum coaches
Contact: Mary McCormac, 303/291-7369 |
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February 27 & 28
New! |
Fire, Bugs, Climate Change: Forest Ecology Secondary PLT Workshop Cal-Wood Outdoor Education Center
Jamestown |
Time: 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sunday
Cost: $25 for one teacher, $20 each for two or more teachers from the same school. Food and lodging paid by National Fire Plan Grant.
Audience: 4th to 12th grade educators
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Shawna Crocker, scrocker@colostate.edu 303/202-4662
Misc: Website at http://pltatcalwood.blogspot.com |
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March 6
New! |
Basic Project Learning Tree PreK-8 Workshop The Wildlife Experience
Parker |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $25; includes admission to the Wildlife Experience
Audience: PreK-8th grade teachers
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Kam Breitenbach, kbreitenbach@twexp.org, 720/488-3344
Misc: Website at http://plttwe.blogspot.com |
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March 6
New! |
Basic Project Learning Tree PreK-8 Workshop The Denver Zoo |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $90 (includes CSM credit fee, breakfast, snacks and curriculum guide)
Audience: PreK-8th grade teachers
To Register, Contact: Shawna Crocker, scrocker@colostate.edu 303-202-4662
Misc: Website at http://pltzoo.blogspot.com |
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April 10
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Growing Up WILD!
Colorado Division of Wildlife
6060 Broadway
Denver |
Explore the brand new early childhood curriculum from Project WILD. This new guide is full of activity ideas and resources perfect for early learners. Connect kids to the outdoors while solidifying early math and literacy skills. Join us for a day of activities, fun and new resources, exploration, and some planning time with the experts.
Time: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $20
Audience: PreK-12 teachers
Credit: 1/2 credit for an additional fee
Contact: Call Tabbi Kinion, 303/291-7165
Miscellany: Be prepared to go outside |
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April 24
New! |
Basic Project Learning Tree PreK-8 Workshop RAFT Colorado
Denver |
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 RAFT Members, $30 non-members
Audience: PreK-8th grade teachers
Credit: ½ Credit available from Colorado School of Mines, $35
To Register, Contact: Sharyl Kay Lawson, sharylkay@aol.com 720-859-7079
Misc: Website at http://pltraft.blogspot.com |
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July 27
|
Project WET at the Butterfly Pavilion
6252 W. 104th Ave.
Westminster |
Explore this nationally known curriculum as you discover fresh & saltwater habitats at the Butterfly Pavilion. Wade into Big Dry Creek in our open space, test water quality & catch animals that are clues to the creek's health. Explore the ocean and its inhabitants from adaptations to their role in food webs. All Project WET activities are standards-based and great for classroom use.
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $75
Audience: K-12 teachers
Credit: 1/2 credit for an additional fee
Contact: Call Kris Pohl, 720/974-1868
Miscellany: Register through the Butterfly Pavilion's website, www.butterflies.org, or call Kris Pohl 720/974-1868, for more information. Be prepared to go outside; bring water, sunscreen, and lunch (optional). |
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July 28
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Project WILD at the Butterfly Pavilion
6252 W. 104th Ave.
Westminster |
Join with the Butterfly Pavilion to discover this nationally known environmental tool . . . with a buggy twist! Discover how to teach integrated science curriculum to students of all ages, using lessons that are standards-based and hands-on! Meet live invertebrates, explore our exhibits, and go on a bug hunt to find out what's in your own backyard! It's Project WILD, buggy style!
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $60
Audience: K-12 teachers
Credit: 1/2 credit for an additional fee
Contact: Call Kris Pohl, 720/974-1868
Miscellany: Register through the Butterfly Pavilion's website, www.butterflies.org, or call Kris Pohl 720/974-1868, for more information. Be prepared to go outside; bring water, sunscreen, and lunch (optional). |
| Continuing! |
Fall, Spring, & Summer Sessions: Advanced Project WILD Correspondence Course.
Correspondence through J. Brigham, 152 Victoria Drive, Palisade, Colorado 81526 |
This correspondence course arrangement affords the students to personalize their professional development by extending their understanding and use of Project WILD. They will explore the sites and resources of the metropolitan (or any community) area, for wildlife and nature education. Previous completion of a basic Project WILD workshop is preferred. Time: as a correspondence course, independent study exceeds 15 hours. Cost: $82.00 [CSM registration + $15.00 (postage and handling)]. Special requirements: willingness and opportunity to visit nature and resource centers. To register, please contact Jeff Brigham by mail (address to the left), or by phone at 970/464-7006. |