Distance Learning

Whooo's in the Canyon?

Grade Level:
Lower Elementary: Pre-Kindergarten through Second Grade
Subject:
Science
State Standards:
National Standards: K-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1

Join national park rangers for this live, interactive educational program. Students will be introduced to Zion National Park and learn about the Mexican Spotted Owl, a threatened animal that lives in the canyons of Zion.

Format 

  1. Students will meet the presenting ranger and see photographs of Zion National Park.
  2. We will then go on a virtual hike through Zion’s two major habitats: desert and canyons.
  3. Students will learn characteristics of a desert environment and high elevation canyon environments.
  4. Students will then assist the ranger in identifying the animal who left clues behind.
  5. Students will learn about the adaptations that make a Mexican Spotted Owl a predator and how they catch their prey.
  6. Time will be allowed for questions.   

This program takes about 20-30 minutes.

Objectives 

The participating students will be able to: 

  • Identify a desert environment and a canyon environment.
  • List three adaptations Mexican Spotted Owls have for catching prey.
  • Explain the relationship of predators and prey.

Booking & Info

To book this program, visit our booking page.

For more information about this program or the park, send us an email.

Tags: zion nature endangered species mexican spotted owl owl birds animals wildlife ecology zion national park distance learning

Last updated: October 1, 2026