This course is rescheduled from May 9th.

Educator Training for teachers, after school providers, child care providers, scout leaders, STEM coaches, etc:  

Exploring Environmental STEM At Blaine Wetland Sanctuary

When: Saturday, August 29th, 2020

Location:  Blaine Wetland Sanctuary, 11980 Lexington Ave NE, Blaine, MN

Course Description:  Adventure in nature play and hands-on teaching strategies at a unique wetland site with this course.  Practice environmental STEM teaching strategies including: the 5E model; nature play; science activities for your site; and how to do field trips. Participants experience the 5E's...engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and evaluate...all at Blaine Wetland Sanctuary! We act out seasons, build different nests, create art connecting natural systems, investigate insulators, identify plants, and more. The Blaine Wetland Sanctuary is an open space park that holds a special wetland called a fen, some of the rarest plants in Minnesota, and a unique mile-long boardwalk. BWS park and online curriculum are free to visitors. 

Fee:  $15.00

Register:  https://www.blainemn.gov/361/Programs-Events