Science Studies
Aquatic Biology/Water Quality
Dip nets, magnifying lenses, ID guides, and dichotomous keys are a sampling of the equipment used to study aquatic life in and around our 9 acre lake. Water community, the importance of water quality, and interdependence of organisms are key concepts covered in this class. Aquatics are often combined with Entomology, as many invertebrates are collected, observed, and identified are indicators of pond health.
Botany
Students will identify and examine the different parts of plants and trees. Students hike through our woods to find how plants and trees use their special adaptations to survive and thrive in their local environment. Edible plants, invasive species, and symbiotic relationships may also be covered.
Herpetology
Students have the opportunity to view and handle several species of live reptiles and amphibians. The class will familiarize students with the similarities and differences between amphibians and reptiles, their place in the environment, special adaptations, and the differences between venomous and non-venomous species.
Ornithology
Students participate in activities that teach them about bird behavior and adaptations, followed by a guided identification walk with binoculars. Students will also visit Camp Allen's birds of prey, featuring several species of rehabilitated, non-releasable raptors.
Mammalogy
Students will get to touch, feel, and explore our extensive collection of skulls and furs. Activities and topics include characteristics of mammals, identification of native Texas mammals, tracking, adaptations, and conservation issues.
Entomology
Students may capture, identify and classify all sorts of bugs and insects. Students will also get to interact with our tarantula to talk about how insects and arachnids can be beneficial to humans. All activities will include discussions about classification, the role arthropods play in our environment, and many more interesting topics.
Dip nets, magnifying lenses, ID guides, and dichotomous keys are a sampling of the equipment used to study aquatic life in and around our 9 acre lake. Water community, the importance of water quality, and interdependence of organisms are key concepts covered in this class. Aquatics are often combined with Entomology, as many invertebrates are collected, observed, and identified are indicators of pond health.
Botany
Students will identify and examine the different parts of plants and trees. Students hike through our woods to find how plants and trees use their special adaptations to survive and thrive in their local environment. Edible plants, invasive species, and symbiotic relationships may also be covered.
Herpetology
Students have the opportunity to view and handle several species of live reptiles and amphibians. The class will familiarize students with the similarities and differences between amphibians and reptiles, their place in the environment, special adaptations, and the differences between venomous and non-venomous species.
Ornithology
Students participate in activities that teach them about bird behavior and adaptations, followed by a guided identification walk with binoculars. Students will also visit Camp Allen's birds of prey, featuring several species of rehabilitated, non-releasable raptors.
Mammalogy
Students will get to touch, feel, and explore our extensive collection of skulls and furs. Activities and topics include characteristics of mammals, identification of native Texas mammals, tracking, adaptations, and conservation issues.
Entomology
Students may capture, identify and classify all sorts of bugs and insects. Students will also get to interact with our tarantula to talk about how insects and arachnids can be beneficial to humans. All activities will include discussions about classification, the role arthropods play in our environment, and many more interesting topics.
