Parks as Laboratories: Studies of Land, Water, and Air
For Middle Schools:
The Parks As Laboratories (PAL) program is offered to middle school students. Students visit park sites throughout the Santa Monica Mountains to participate in a teacher-led hands-on environmental program.
This program requires teachers to attend a training workshop. Afterwards their classes will be provided equipment and training needed to conduct air, land, and water experiments at various park sites.
Students will learn process skills used by resource management personnel that will increase creativity and problem solving abilities. They will also discover the importance and impact of natural resources on their lives. Programs are scheduled throughout the school year and last approximately 2.5 hours.
Note: Programs are now full for the 2009-2010 school year. If you would like to be placed on the waiting list, e-mail us using the link below. Thank you for your interest.
Did You Know?
Many hands spanning different generations and agencies continue to turn back the clock on damage to the fragile environment at Zuma Lagoon. After the removal of debris and the restoration of native plants, beach visitors now find a living wetland with 108 species of birds and colorful wildflowers.