Outreach: Science of Flight Discovery Station
Description
Learn what it takes to live in the air! Meet one of our raptor ambassadors up-close and discover how feathers, hollow bones, and specially shaped wings adapt birds for flight. This table is sure to inspire the naturalist in all your students!
A 60-minute discovery booth featuring a local San Diego animal and hands-on science interaction. Perfect for your next science night or community event. Discovery Stations allow students to explore freely with a Living Coast staff member to answer questions.
Offered At
Living Coast Discovery Center
The Living Coast Discovery Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit zoo and aquarium located on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Founded in 1987 as the Chula Vista Nature Interpretive Center, we have served the San Diego community for over 30 years. The Living Coast Discovery Center is home to many native San Diego species including sharks, fish, lizards, and birds of prey. Students will have the opportunity to visit our animal ambassadors and explore the Sweetwater Marsh through trail exploration.
Details
Subjects
Science, Biology, Animals, Adaptation, Conservation
Capacity
100 students
Duration
60 min.
Activity
School Based Program
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult, K