OUTREACH & EDUCATION
The mission of our outreach and education program is to expose Utahans to the natural world around them while providing learning opportunities that inspire increased stewardship of our natural resources. Our program involve high school students, college students, and local residents conducting needed research on local wildlife populations.
TRAIL CAMERA DETECTIVES
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Trail Camera Detectives is a series of educational modules, 'courses', designed to expose high school-aged youth to the application of the scientific method using motion-triggered infra-red cameras (i.e. trail cameras, game cameras). Within each 'course' five activities guide participants through one or two steps of the scientific method, from obtaining background information to presenting their conclusions. The materials are provided to educators in multiple formats, so that they can formulate the most appropriate method to conduct the Trail Camera Detective series.
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WILDLIFE RESEARCH EDUCATION NETWORK (WREN)
WREN links high school students with research projects in their local community. The program teaches the scientific method while providing an avenue for students to explore and connect with the natural resources that surround them. Through their experience, students gain leadership skills, communication skills. an introduction to scientific technology, and a greater understanding of natural resources management.
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SOUTHERN UTAH WILD TURKEY RESEARCH
A Cooperative Research Project of Wild Turkey Movements in Escalante, Utah. Our Wild Turkey project is a first for southern Utah! Collaborators from Utah State University, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Escalante River Watershed Partnership combined forces to implement a study on the response of wild turkeys to riparian restoration in a desert environment.
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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Part of Utah State University Extension’s mission is to provide opportunities for young scientists to gain experience with the scientific method through hands-on research. Often college students can conduct research for undergraduate class credit; and present their findings during campus research symposia. The process provides students with the experience needed to be competitive in the job market or for graduate education.
Educational Resources
Acorn Naturalists
Educational teaching supplies. Acorn Naturalists is registered as an independent small business, directed by teachers with advanced degrees in science education and a passion for learning.
Investigating Your Environment
National Information on Conservation Education is a supplemental interdisciplinary curriculum for Grades 6-12. The IYE curriculum was developed in the 1960s and was one of the first comprehensive efforts in environmental curriculum. Although nearly 50 years old, many of the lessons are still applicable and useful in today's classrooms. The focus of the curriculum is on hands-on investigations of the school's local area.
(NICE) Database
The National Information for Conservation Education (NICE) Database is the primary way that USFS tracks and monitors programs and activities in conservation education across the nation. This online, searchable database of education programs is a terrific clearinghouse for finding programs and resources that connect children with nature. Program reports include goals and objectives, partners, and contact information. Search the database by area, type or topic.
Project Learning Tree
is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12.
Discover The Desert
Learn ways to explore the Mojave desert in Washington County, Utah and beyond!
Educational teaching supplies. Acorn Naturalists is registered as an independent small business, directed by teachers with advanced degrees in science education and a passion for learning.
Investigating Your Environment
National Information on Conservation Education is a supplemental interdisciplinary curriculum for Grades 6-12. The IYE curriculum was developed in the 1960s and was one of the first comprehensive efforts in environmental curriculum. Although nearly 50 years old, many of the lessons are still applicable and useful in today's classrooms. The focus of the curriculum is on hands-on investigations of the school's local area.
(NICE) Database
The National Information for Conservation Education (NICE) Database is the primary way that USFS tracks and monitors programs and activities in conservation education across the nation. This online, searchable database of education programs is a terrific clearinghouse for finding programs and resources that connect children with nature. Program reports include goals and objectives, partners, and contact information. Search the database by area, type or topic.
Project Learning Tree
is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12.
Discover The Desert
Learn ways to explore the Mojave desert in Washington County, Utah and beyond!
Educational Camps and Programs in Utah
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Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program WHEP is a 4-H and FFA youth natural resource program dedicated to teaching wildlife and fisheries habitat management to junior and senior level (ages 8-19) youth in the United States. Utah Envirothon The Envirothon is a natural resource competition for high school students. Teams of five students must, over the course of the school year, prepare themselves for this two-day outdoor competition, usually held in late April each year. Teams are tested on their knowledge in five designated study areas: aquatic ecology, forestry, soils/landuse, wildlife and a current environmental issue. The current issue changes annually. Color Country Natural Resource Camp is designed to introduce high-school students to natural resource career fields and a variety of outdoor recreation activities. Located in beautiful Southwestern Utah, our staff of real-world natural resource professionals can show you a world you've never seen before. Utah Range Camp The Utah Range Camp is unique in providing students with a complete picture of the natural resources system (soil, water, plants, and animals), with an emphasis on the use and management of Utah’s rangelands. The knowledge obtained at the Camp provides all participants with a competitive edge at state, regional, and the national level rangeland judging contests. Range Camp is open to high school students from Utah, ages 14 - 18. |
