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Saskatoon Island Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Wetland Ecology

Students are introduced to basic wetland ecology through a series of hands-on activities. They will get to explore a wetland ecosystem and examine aquatic invertebrates first hand.

Students will:

  • Identify the 5 types of wetlands
  • Understand wetland functions and why they are important ecosystems
  • Examine a wetland and identify varies characteristics
  • Explore the natural landscape to identify the flora and fauna in the environment
  • Dip for aquatic invertebrate and identify species
Grade(s): 5
Curriculum: Science
Themes: Topic E-Wetland Ecosystems
Type: Field Study
Duration: 2 Hours
Location: Outside
Max. Group Size: 30
Fees: $75
Availability: September-October & May-June
Updated: Mar 20, 2025