Online Wildlife Academy

Ever wonder what life would be like if you never had a chance to play? Your life, and the lives of many different types of animals would be very different if play was not a part of growing up!  In this program, students will learn what it means to play, why humans and animals play and how playing is an essential part of learning.   Participants will get to watch a variety of animals play, and play a little game themselves!

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 5-8 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observation of a variety of animals
• Discussion of what it means to play, why people and animals play, and how important play is to learning
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group

Groups: Available on demand

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: LS4.D
• 1st Grade: LS4.D
• 2nd Grade: LS4.D
• 3rd Grade: LS1.A
• 4th Grade: LS1.A
• 5th Grade: LS1.A

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There’s a mystery to be solved at Northwest Trek! Investigate clues left around the park to determine what animal is living where, and discuss how different animals survive in the wild.

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 5-8 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observation of a Northwest Trek animal
• Interactive drawing component to engage learners
• Observations on what tools animals use to survive in the wild
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: K-2-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1
• 2nd Grade: 2-LS4-1, K-2-ETS1-2
• 3rd Grade: 3-LS4-2
• 4th Grade: 4-LS1-2
• 5th Grade: 5-ESS3-1

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Explore what makes an animal a mammal and what all mammals, including humans, have in common! Learn about a variety of mammals that make their homes in the Pacific Northwest and at Northwest Trek.

Lesson length:  45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 5-8 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observation of three different mammals
• Discussion of what makes an animal a mammal and how they are different from other types of animals
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: LS4.D
• 1st Grade: LS4.D
• 2nd Grade: LS4.D
• 3rd Grade: LS1.A
• 4th Grade: LS1.A
• 5th Grade: LS1.A

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Discover how animals benefit from their habitat and how animals can actually have positive impacts on the places they live! Learn what we can do to make sure there are healthy habitats and animals here in the Pacific Northwest.

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observation of three different animals and their habitats
• Discussion of what animals need to survive in their habitat and how that is similar, or different, to what humans need
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost:  $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: LS4.D
• 1st Grade: LS4.D
• 2nd Grade: LS4.D
• 3rd Grade: LS1.A
• 4th Grade: LS1.A
• 5th Grade: LS1.A

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Wolverines are big weasels with even bigger reputations!

Learn about the wolverines that live at Northwest Trek and discover why Wolverines are superheroes of the wild.

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observations of Northwest Trek wolverines
• Discussion of wolverine habitats, diet and behaviors
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost:  $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: K-2-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1
• 1^st Grade: 1-LS1-1
• 2^nd Grade: 2-LS4-1
• 3rd Grade: 3-LS3-1, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3
• 4th Grade: 4-LS1-1, 4-LS1-2
• 5th Grade: 5-ESS3-1

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Discover what it really takes to survive in the wild, and explore the many different physical and behavioral features animals have to not only help them survive, but to thrive in their habitats!  Discover some of the amazing ways animals are able to survive through this interactive lesson with a naturalist featuring animal biofacts and videos.

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extend to one hour as needed for Q&A

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
Discussion of what it means to survive, what animals need to survive in the wild
Recorded observation of animals to highlight survival skills
Q&A throughout the program
Cost:  $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: LS4.D
• 1st Grade: LS4.D
• 2nd Grade: LS4.D
• 3rd Grade: LS1.A
• 4th Grade: LS1.A
• 5th Grade: LS1.A

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In this program, explore the history of the first bird-like creatures on Earth and what they have in common with today’s diverse bird species. Discover what makes a bird a bird through an interactive lesson with a naturalist featuring bird biofacts and videos of some of the birds that live at Northwest Trek.

Lesson length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
  Recorded observation of a variety of birds
• Discussion of what makes an animal a bird and how they are different from other types of animals
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost:  $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: LS4.D
• 1st Grade: LS4.D
• 2nd Grade: LS4.D
• 3rd Grade: LS1.A
• 4th Grade: LS1.A
• 5th Grade: LS1.A

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Do animals need to visit the dentist? Learn about how animals take care of their teeth in the wild, and how the shape of a tooth can tell us about how animals survive.

Lesson length: 45 minutes, may be extended up to 1 hour as needed for Q&A

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Discussion of carnivore, omnivore, and herbivore, and how tooth shape can determine what an animal eats and how they care for their teeth
• Recorded observations of animals
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: K-2-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1
• 2nd Grade: 2-LS4-1
• 3rd Grade: 3-LS2-1, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3
• 4th Grade: 4-LS1-1, 4-LS1-2
• 5th Grade: 5-ESS3-1

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Discover flowers native to Washington State and learn how animals keep those flowers healthy and beautiful. Then, explore ways we can welcome pollinators into our own gardens to encourage beautiful plants and flowers.

Lesson length: 45 minutes, may be extended up to 1 hour as needed for Q&A

Age: 8-12 years

Includes:

• Naturalist Introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Discussion of native pollinators to Washington State, what it means to be a pollinator, and how pollinators determine which plants to pollinate.
• Recorded observations of animals
• Q&A throughout program

Cost: $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: K-2-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1
• 1st Grade: 1-LS1-2
• 2nd Grade: 2-LS4-1
• 3rd Grade: 3-LS2-1, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3
• 4th Grade: 4-LS1-1, 4-LS1-2
• 5th Grade: 5-ESS3-1

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Wildlife is all around us! Our animal neighbors can be found living in the busiest of cities, to the smallest of rural towns. Discover animals that live in the urban jungle and learn about their behavior to unravel common human-wildlife conflicts, foster safe neighborhoods and encourage positive associations with our wild neighbors to encourage coexistence in our communities.

Lesson Length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 10-14 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observation of examples of urban wildlife
• Discussions on how human-wildlife conflicts tend to occur, and ways humans can mitigate those issues
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group Availability:

Availability: Groups only

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Do you ever wonder if animals can get bored?

• Explore why it is important for animals to have enrichment in their lives and how the staff at Northwest Trek keep the animals in their care both mentally and physically challenged every day. Learn how simple activities and homemade items can keep all animals in human care, including our own pets, active and engaged. Collect supplies at home to create your own animal enrichments!

Lesson length: 40 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 10-14 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Recorded observations of Northwest animals
• Discussion of different types of enrichment, how to make them and why they are important
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost:  $75/group

Availability: Groups only

Standards Alignment:

• Kindergarten: K-2-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1
• 1^st Grade: 2-PS1-2
• 3rd Grade: 3-LS4-4, 3-5-ETS1-1
• 4th Grade: 4-LS1-2
• Middle School: ETS1-1

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Have you ever dreamed of working at a zoo? Do you think it would be amazing to work around animals every day? Explore a variety of jobs that can be had within a zoo and learn what you need to do now to help set you on the path towards your dream career at a zoo!

Lesson Length: 45 mins, may be extended to one hour as needed for Q&A

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Age: 10-14 years

Includes:

• Naturalist introduction and brief overview of Northwest Trek
• Introduction to different Zoo careers
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $75/group

Availability: Groups only

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Bring a Northwest Trek expert into your home or classroom! Staff will work with you to develop a program that supports your learning goals using props, photos, videos and discussion. Programs are designed to be interactive so participants can engage in Q&A throughout the session. After you book, we’ll contact you to learn more about the projects and topics your students are working on to create a custom program experience.
*Custom programs require a minimum of three weeks advanced booking for preparation.
*Live animals are not included in programs.

Lesson length: 45-60 minutes, depending on topic and special requests

Platform: Video conference via webcam/desktop using Zoom (other platforms may be available for group bookings)

Ages: Customizable for all ages

Includes:

• Props, biofacts, photos, videos and personal experiences or stories to enhance the learning experience
• Q&A throughout the program

Cost: $200/program

Availability: Groups only

Goals:

• Explore topics relating to Northwest wildlife
• Engage in discussion
• Develop an appreciation for Pacific Northwest wildlife, wildlife parks, and careers in the zoo and aquarium field

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Is this program interactive?

• Yes!
• Participants will be immersed into Northwest Trek in this live experience, and each program includes built-in Q&A time.

What technology is required?

• All you need is internet access and device with speakers! Having a camera and mic will allow the participants to be seen and heard during the program, but it is not required.

What is Zoom?

• Zoom is a video conferencing software, and it is a simple and easy way for participants to connect with Northwest Trek using minimal technology.
• It can be used across Windows, Mac, Linus, Zoom Rooms and H.323/SIP room systems.
• Zoom does not require any special administrator credentials in order to run, and you will not need to download anything prior to your scheduled program.

What happens once I book?

• You will receive an email confirmation upon purchase. The week before the program is scheduled, a Northwest Trek staff member will send a link with the Zoom login information.

Can you tailor a program to fit my class curriculum?

“Ask a Northwest Trexpert” is designed to align with your current topic of study and can be altered to meet your group needs. A Northwest Trek staff member will contact you after your program is booked to discuss details.

Cancellations:

• Programs are non-refundable but circumstances may allow for programs to be rescheduled.
• For group bookings, if a group encounters technical problems on the scheduled date of a program, there will be a 15-minute grace period after the scheduled start time to determine if the problem can be resolved. If not, the program will be canceled for that date. The school then has the option to reschedule the program.
• If the group chooses not to reschedule, or if the technical issues cannot be resolved on another program date, the full program fee will still be charged.
• Inclement weather, technological problems on our end, and any other uncontrollable factors will be taken into account. In the event of weather related park or school closings, every reasonable attempt will be made to reschedule the program.
• If the program cannot be rescheduled, a full refund will be issued.

NOTE: Recording of the lesson is not allowed.