Field Trips
- Grade Level:
- Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
- Subject:
- Science
Overview
Haleakalā offers four units for teachers to use in their classrooms. Each unit has a variety of "pre-visit" and "post-visit" lesson plans which are consecutive, but feel free to pick and choose from them. Using the lessons before and after the Haleakalā field trip will help students develop a greater understanding of the topic and gain a deeper appreciation for Haleakalā National Park. Each unit was designed to meet Hawai'i Content and Performance Standards III and Next Generation Science Standards.
Unit Materials
- And Then There Were None
- Autobiographies of Extinct and Endangered Species
- Biological Diversity Field Study
- Map Analysis
- Who Needs Who?
- Species in Danger
- What is a National Park?
Itinerary
9:00-9:15am: (15 min) Welcome/Rules/Safety
Bus arrives at Hosmer Grove where rangers will greet you on the bus. Rangers will review park rules and give safety briefing.
9:15-9:45am: (30 min) Introduction to Biodiversity/Snack
Students use restrooms. Rangers gather group in campground to do a program overview while they are snacking. Then, group breaks into 2.
9:45-11:45am: (120 min) Programs
The two ranger-led groups begin the programs.
(60 min) RM Greenhouse Tour: 5 min drive/50 min activity/5 min drive (Group 1, 2)
(60 min) Guided Hike: 60 min (Group 2, 1)
11:45-11:55am: (10 min) Conclusion
The entire class rejoins and does the program conclusion together.
11:55-12:25pm: (30 min) Lunch/Goodbye
Students have lunch on the campground grass or in the shelter. Students can use restrooms. After lunch, students get back on bus and drive back to school.
Restrooms are available at Hosmer Grove Picnic/Campground. You will have time for a quick rest room break before and after your program.
Materials
Last updated: February 27, 2023