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Prairie Ridge Ecostation

A field station dedicated to learning about sustainable living and experiencing the natural world. It includes an outdoor classroom and 38 acres of wetlands, bottomland forest, and a Piedmont prairie restoration

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  • Lesson plan: Ecosystem problem solving Students will apply their knowledge of ecosystems and the interdependence of plants and animals to creatively solve problems.
  • Lesson plan: Habitat—what's that? (Lesson one) This lesson helps students define what the word habitat means and what basic elements make up an animal's habitat.
  • Lesson plan: HyperStudio animal project Students will create a multimedia project on an animal of their choice using the HyperStudio program.
  • Kids' Planet An introduction to endangered species and environmental conservation.
  • On the Prairie Explores the North American prairies and the animals and plants that live there.
  • The World's Biomes Information on the major biomes on Earth is prewented on this site wiht short articles on each, along with a general article about the importance of biomes and conservation and preservation of biomes.
  • North American Mammals Searchable database of all living mammals of North America with tool to create printable field guides.

Related pages

  • Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs: Provides information about the natural history of the Hemlocks Bluff Nature Preserve and the plants and animals that live there.
  • Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area: Originally settled by the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, the Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area has a diversity of natural communities including undisturbed forest and a wide variety of wildlife species.
  • Gorges State Park: A new state park, Gorges State Park is in the interim stages of development. Although the facilities are limited, Park Rangers offer programs by request.

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This wonderful outdoor classroom provides an ideal setting for students to learn about the importance of creating and sustaining animal habitats as well as native trees and plants. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina students visiting Prairie Ridge Ecostation will participate in programs that will spark their interest in the natural world.

Prairie Ridge Ecostation offers programs for kindergarten and first grade classes and and fourth and fifth grade classes. Class size should range from 15 to 30 students. Several different programs are offered. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy after the program. Fee: $45 (15–30 students); $90 (31–60 students). To make a reservation for your class, call the Scheduling Coordinator at (919)733-7450, ext. 555 (or toll-free in North Carolina (877) 4NATSCI, ext. 555). Please register at least four weeks in advance.

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