Spring STEAM

Join us for an after school hands-on, outdoor STEAM adventure for children 8 to 12 years old! This program blends science, technology, engineering, art, and math with nature-based exploration to inspire curiosity, creativity, and environmental stewardship. Students will participate in engaging, seasonal activities. Each session includes a short interactive lesson followed by hands-on projects that students can take home, helping them connect learning to real-world conservation and sustainability.

This session is titled: Birds as Environmental Indicators. We will observe birds and learn how bird presence reflects habitat health. Children will go for a hike to identify birds by behavior and sound. They will work on a Mini Bird Observation Journal.

Leader: Julie Anderson

Location: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East, Huntsville, AL 35811

Directions: Coming from Huntsville, cross Chapman Mountain and u-turn at Moores Mill Road. When safe, get into the merge lane on the right (plenty of time). When the silver guard rail ends, be ready to turn right onto the paved entrance. Drive through the gate and down the gravel road to the parking area at the bottom of the hill.

• Cost: This program is currently offered free of charge with support from Northrop Grumman and Toyota Motor Manufacturing Corporation.  As always, your membership to support our mission is very much appreciated.
• Reservations: Reservations are required. Space is limited. Please register using parent/guardian’s information and reserve one spot per child. There are no wait lists for these events. If spaces become available, registration will reopen so please check back if you’re interested in attending.
• Ages: 8 – 12 years. An accompanying adult is required for all programs.
• What to Bring: Closed toe shoes are required. We also recommend long pants, bug spray, sunscreen, and water.

In the event this hike has to be canceled due to weather or trail conditions, we will send a notification to the email address you use to register.

This program is currently provided free of charge with support from Northrop Grumman and Toyota. 

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