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Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
For Teachers
Uniformed ranger with two children looking at aquatic insects they have caught. Third child looking for insects.

Rivers Are Alive helps students appreciate aquatic environments

National Park Service educational opportunities actively engage participants in learning about the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers, their watersheds, and developing a sense of personal stewardship. Teachers and group leaders can schedule educational programs at outdoor river sites, park visitor centers, and in school classrooms at no cost. To schedule a free program or obtain more information, please contact one of the following members of the Educational Partnerships Team. Programming is limited and scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Park rangers present programs within one-hour driving time from visitor centers. Programs are developed for groups of 15 to 30 participants. Larger or smaller groups should contact a ranger for availability.

St. Croix River Visitor Center,
St. Croix Falls, WI,   
Dale Cox 715-483-2272 or 2274 e-mail 

Namekagon Visitor Center
Spooner/Trego, WI
Branda Thwaits 715-635-8346 e-mail

 

Currently one curriculum package is available. It is called Rivers are Alive and is targeted to fourth graders. The curriculum may be downloaded and printed out or you can contact a staff member to learn more about the program.  Rivers Are Alive (pdf file)

 
Are you interested in learning more about St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and having some summer fun?  Consider applying to the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program.  Too learn more... 

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A very narrow insect with skinny legs and a tail

Did You Know?
Water scorpions use their tails or siphons as a a "snorkel" thrusting it up through the surface film on the water to the air above. Their legs are not much use in swimming, so most water scorpions spend life near the shoreline.

Last Updated: September 22, 2011 at 15:51 MST