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School Tour Guides introduce children to the wonders of nature!

Lead 10 students with their adult chaperone on a mission to discover the plants and animals in our forest, meadow, and pond habitats. Over 7,000 school children experience nature first-hand through these tours- for many it is a first-ever experience in visiting a forest.  School tours are offered September through May. (Tuesday – Friday) 

Volunteers are trained on particular topics for each grade level, K-5 as well as middle school programs.  After attending training classes, volunteers follow experienced tour guides and staff to gain more experience before leading their first tour.

Please note: Minimum age to volunteer as a tour guide is 18 years.

Upcoming Spring 2008 Training Dates:

Tuesday, February 19 9:30 a.m. - noon Each training session covers a different grade curriculum as well as environmental education and interpretation.
Thursday, February 21 9:30 a.m. - noon
Tuesday, February 26 9:30 a.m. - noon
Thursday, February 28 9:30 a.m. - noon
     

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