Piedmont Ecology

outline of the state of north carolina with a silhouette of a pond scene superimposed on the piedmont area

Piedmont Ecology Tour Description

5th grade

This program focuses on the Piedmont ecosystem. Ecosystems include our wetland, meadow, ponds, streams, and woodland trail. The visit includes a walk in the formal gardens and on the woodland trail. This program can either be a comparative look at different ecosystems or a deeper exploration of one (for example, see a Morning in the Meadow).

Meets NC Standard Course of Study: LS.5.2.1, LS.5.2.3, ESS.5.1.4, LS.5.2.2, LS.5.2.3 + Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs) embedded throughout

Location: Reynolda Gardens – Formal Gardens

Available: September, October, March, April and May

Accommodates: 8-50 people

90 minutes

$5 + tax per student

Questions? Contact Janie Bass, janie@reynolda.org

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