​FIELD TRIPS
Bring your class or scout troop to the cabin and learn through our many hands-on educational talks. A field trip typically consists of a 2 hour program at the nature center, during which students rotate in groups through environmental topics of your choice. We can provide extended day programming catered to your specific needs, so contact us to learn more.

OUTREACH PROGRAM
An outreach program travels to you! We come to your location with your program of choice or a general information booth, both of which typically include animal encounters. We generally service the Atlanta metro and West Georgia region. Prices may vary based on distance and needs.

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ORGANISMS

• Reptiles – Get up close and personal with native and exotic reptiles and their unique traits.
• Bats – Unravel the mysteries behind these strange and wonderful creatures and meet some up close.
• Birds of Prey – Visit our resident birds and learn interesting facts about owls and other raptors.
• Life of a Toad – In this physically active lesson, explore the life cycles and habits of a toad from the perspective of a toad!

ECOSYSTEMS & HABITATS

• Granite Rock Outcroppings – Visit this unique habitat to learn about its special geology and ecology.
• Pond Ecology – Discover the habitats of a pond community and who lives in them.
• Forestry Hikes – Have a guided walk on our trails and see firsthand trees, wildflower, animals, and more.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AND SUSTAINABILITY

• Backyard Habitats – Find out what birds and frogs need to thrive in your backyard, and how you can help them out!
• Water Cycles – In this interactive program, kids become a molecule of water and move through the water cycle, collecting beads to make a souvenir of their trip.
• Water Pollution Solutions – Learn how our impact in the forest affects the Chattahoochee River watershed, and our access to clean water from rivers to oceans.

TIME: Range from 2-3 hours

FEE: $8 per person (Teachers free)
(Fees may be more or less depending on the time and materials needed for chosen programs. Additional fees may apply for special crafts or materials, or extended programming. Please contact our naturalists to discuss Extended Day Programming.)

TOPICS: Typical field trips consist of 2-3 program topics on rotation. The topic list are some of our popular programs, but we offer additional topics and program ideas. Speak with our educators to learn more about how we can curate our programming to your group’s needs.

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Outreach programs may include similar interactive program topics and contents to our field trips (See Field Trips). Outreach programs may also be more like passive booths with exhibits and animal encounters for fairs, festivals, or community events.

Live Animal Encounters May Include:

• Bats (Egyptian Fruit Bats)
• Reptiles (Snakes, Lizards, Turtles Alligators)
• Owls

Interactive Booths May Include:

• Animal artifacts such as skins, bones, teeth, and sheds
• Nature-themed craft or activity
• Science demos or labs

TIME: Variable depending on needs. Please discuss with our naturalists.

FEE:
$235 for the first class
$90 for each additional class
(Fees may vary based on distance and needs. Please contact us to learn more.)