Snow Science and Safety ... on Snowshoes

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Cold Water Safety: Mountain water is cold ALL year. Falling into cold water will affect you immediately. Learn more.

Introduce your students to the science of snow.
Students
- Dig snow pits, take gradient temperatures and identify snow crystals
- Analyze snow layers and begin to interpret what this means for avalanche predictions and safety
- Play snowshoe games
- Improve their awareness and understanding of the winter world
Snowshoes are NOT provided for this program.

Grade(s):	7 - 12
Curriculum:	Environmental and Outdoor Education
Type:	Field Study
Duration:	Full-Day
Location:	Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley Provincial Parks
Max. Group Size:	35
Fees:	$200
Availability:	Winter