Educational Field Trips
For Schools & Summer Camps 2024
(Available Wednesday- Friday only)
Call 610-222-9060 to book your trip today.
Option 1 Pond Ecology Lesson
Time: 1 1/2 hour
Cost: $15.00/child
Minimum: $250/per session
Maximum: 25 children
We can teach you about the life cycle of a frog and the anatomy of fish. Use our microscope to view algae and insects. Individualized for children of all ages. This fun filled day can be spent with:
Age appropriate teaching on fishing, fish anatomy, frog life cycle, &/or pond ecology
Educational time with a microscope to view water plants and pond critters
Picnic grove with charcoal grill for your use
The day will start with age appropriate education on fishing/ pond related topics as well as hands on time with a microscope. Approximate time 30-45 minutes. Remaining time can be used for picnicking or field games.
Option 2 Pond Ecology Lesson and Hands on Fishing
Time: 2 hours
Cost: $15.00/child
Minimum: $250/per session
Maximum: 60 children
A nice combination of option 1 &3 that provides both hands on fishing & pond education. Designed for children ages 5 & up. This fun filled day can be spent with:
Age appropriate teaching on fishing including how to bait a hook and how to reel ‘em in
Rods, tackle, & bait for all children to fish
Age appropriate teaching on fishing, fish anatomy, frog life cycle, &/or pond ecology
Picnic grove with charcoal grill for your use
After learning about fishing, the children are given rods to fish. Assistance is provided as needed. Fishing education & experience approximate time is 45 minutes to1 hour. After fishing, the group gathers to learn about fish/ pond related topics as well as how to use a microscope. Approximate time is 30- 45 minutes. Remaining time can be used for picnicking or field games. Teacher & parent supervision is always welcome and encouraged as it makes the fishing experience better for the students. There are no fees for chaperones/ parents assisting in supervision.
Option 3 Hands on Fishing
Time: 2 hours
Cost: $15/child
Minimum: $250. per session
Maximum: # of children varies with age up to 30 children max
Looking for something different and fun as well as educational? Designed for children ages 5 & up, the day is filled with hands on fishing experiences.
Age appropriate teaching on fishing including how to bait a hook and how to reel ‘em in
Rods, tackle, & bait for all children to fish
Picnic grove with charcoal grill for your use
The day begins with the children learning how to bait a hook, cast, and handle a fishing rod as well as how to catch & release fish. After learning and practicing, the children are given their own rods to fish. Assistance is provided as needed. By the end of the session, the child should be able to bait a hook and catch & release fish safety. Fishing education & experience is 1 1/2 hours. Remaining time can be used for picnicking or field games. Teacher & parent supervision is always welcome and encouraged as it makes the fishing experience better for the students. There are no fees for chaperones/ parents assisting in supervision.
Terms
A 50% deposit to book date is required with the following minimum deposits. Minimum deposit amounts: Option 1 requires a min. $250 deposit, Option 2 requires a min. $250.00 deposit, and Option 3 requires a min. $250. deposit. Remaining balance due date of event. Educational options available Wednesday through Friday only. Please see group parties for weekend option. Rain dates scheduled as needed.
If event cancelled prior to 3 weeks of date: Full refund less $10.
If event cancelled after 3 weeks of date for reasons other than rain: No refund of deposit.
Information subject to change without notice.
