Trees & Forests

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Beauvais Lake PP

In this field study, students

Visit and explore the montane forest of Beauvais Lake Provincial Park
Learn to identify different species of trees in the montane forest and how wildlife depend on them for survival
Apply their observation skills to record common and not so common organisms that live in, on and around different tree species (using study tools provided)
Increase their understanding of how trees function and contribute to communities' health and well-being

Check our info sheet for details.

Grade(s):	2 - 9
Curriculum:	Science
Themes:	Trees & Forests Evidence & Investigation
Type:	Field Study
Duration:	3 Hours
Location:	Beauvais Lake Provincial Park
Max. Group Size:	25
Fees:	$125 per session
Availability:	May-October
Booking Information

Note:

The field study is designed for 25 students with one adult volunteer assistant for every five students.
Groups larger than 25 can be accommodated but arrangements must be made in advance.

Teaching Resources:

Alberta Parks - Trees & Forests - Field Study Planning Guide (1,112 kb)
Beauvais Lake PP - Trees & Forests Field Study Info Sheet (1,117 kb)
Kananaskis - Forest, Field & Pond (3,321 kb)
Kananaskis - Tracking the Trees & Shrubs of Kananaskis Country (943 kb)
Kananaskis - Trees & Forests Data Form (91 kb)
Kananaskis - Where Forest Meets Prairie (3,843 kb)

Updated: Apr 11, 2018