Homeschool students are invited to join us for three engaging educational sessions exploring nature and science in our wild classroom. Each program includes outdoor exploration, lessons about various aspects of the wetland and fun activities.

When: 1st Wednesdays in October, November and December from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

Cost: $10 per student per program. Free for parents/guardians. Parents or guardians must be present with their students throughout the program.

Age: 10-18. Limit of 20 students per program.

Programs: Choose any or all.

Oct. 1: Avian Adventures -- Ornithology
- Students will observe bird species in the wetland, learn about various bird adaptations and watch a bird-banding demonstration by ornithologist Blaine Carnes.
Nov. 5: Marvelous Macroinvertebrates -- Wetland Ecology
- Students will collect macroinvertebrates, learn about their importance to other species in the wetland and discover how they are a great indicator of water quality.
Dec. 3: Remarkable Rocks -- Geology
- Students will learn about the geological forces that have shaped Texas, examine rock specimens and investigate fossils.

Our Program Refund Policy

If we must cancel the program, you will receive a full refund. If we must reschedule the program, you will be offered the choice of attending on the new date or receiving a full refund. If you cancel attending the program on the original date, no refund will be issued.

Homeschool Outdoors -- We Love a Wild Classroom!

By John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

Homeschool Outdoors -- We Love a Wild Classroom!

Engage your homeschoolers in outdoor programs exploring nature and science.