The outdoors is a place of endless wonder, adventure, and discovery. It's an inspiration to many and encourages us to be curious and appreciative of our environment. We’ve provided a variety of learning activities for you to begin exploring!
What Do Alligators Eat?
Where do alligators fit in the Everglades food web? Are they at the top of the food chain? Make a claim before you watch the video.
Watch the video (below) What Do Alligators Eat?
Exploring the great outdoors with labs and activities
Making a Local Field Guide
This activity is outdoors and can be done alone or in a small group. Before you begin, ask a parent or guardian about poisonous plants or animals in your area, and about allergies you may have.
Download the student worksheet for Making a Local Field Guide
Monitoring Bird Populations
In this activity, you will observe birds in the same area several times a day for a week. If you are unable to set up a bird feeder, you may be able to watch birds in your yard, neighborhood, or nearby park.
Download the student worksheet for Monitoring Bird Populations
Career in the great outdoors
Biogeographer
Biogeographers are often involved with the protection, conservation, and management of plant and animal species. Read to learn more, then play the role of a biogeographer planning to reintroduce bobcats back into a forested area.
Download the student worksheet to learn about being a Biogeographer
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This blog, originally published in 2020, has been updated for 2025.
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