Programs are designed to meet the needs of emotionally, physically, or educationally challenged groups and will focus on a variety of sensory experiences. Flexible, hands-on programs offer a nurturing developmental approach to the study of nature.
What makes a mammal a mammal? If you don’t see them when you explore in nature, how do you know they were there? Discover their incredible story through the signs they leave behind.
This learning experience can be completed at Burr Oak or on-site at your school or education center.
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Nestled in the heart of this 1,071-acre conservation area are six hiking trails, an interpretive center with educational exhibits including at 3,000 gallon freshwater aquarium, wildlife viewing room and a variety of live amphibians and reptiles.
Animals
60 students
60 min.
Field Trip
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Preschool, K