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6th grade

Ranger-guided Programs:

Choose the Fall or Spring Theme: Hike in No Thoroughfare Canyon and two Activity Stations 

Fall Theme 
Exploring the Evidence (Constructive and Destructive Earth's Processes)
On a ranger-guided hike, students will identify the evidence of the geological processes (rock cycle, weathering and erosion, flash floods) that shape the canyon. Science 3.1 

Station: Masters of Models
Students will model mountain building, stream erosion and flash floods using sandboxes. Science 3.1

Station: Rockin' Around
During this teacher-led journaling time, students will compare and contrast samples of sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rock types. Science 3.1     

Spring Theme: (Water Cycle and Ecosystems) Walking through the Water Cycle
On a ranger-guided hike, students will investigate the effects of the water cycle on a seasonal pool. Science 3.2 

Station: Desert Dwellers
Through interactive, ranger-led activities, students will investigate ecosystems and how organisms interact with the environment. Science 2.1, 2.2 

Station: Balancing Biodiversity During this teacher-led journaling time, students will reflect on how changes in an environment can effect ecosystems and biodiversity. Science 2.1, 2.2

 

Click here to download sixth grade programs.

Click here for an example Field Trip Schedule.
*Please note, schedules will depend upon the number of students, ranger availability, time available for the field trip, and length of programs chosen.

*Nametags are recommended for all students.
*Please have students place their nametag on the outer-most layer of clothing.
*Please have students divided into chaperoned groups (A,B,C) prior to arrival.


 
TEACHER RESOURCES
 

Constructive and Deconstructive Forces - Flash Flood!

Constructive and Deconstructive Forces - Flash Flood!
Flash flooding from Red and Columbus Canyons August 16, 2010.
Look at the force of the water as it carries sediment from the canyons down the wash.
After the water recedes, what evidence would you expect to see?
When you hike into No Thoroughfare canyon, on your field trip, look for evidence of flash flooding in the past.

Credit / Author: Video by Teri Lindaeur

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