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The McDowell Environmental Center (MEC) is a unique learning experience for thousands of students and teachers throughout the region every year. Instruction and activities take place outside, among forests, canyons, and streams, where students can see and feel exactly what they are being taught. Respect for the environment, recycling fundamentals, team building, confidence enrichment, and zero-waste concepts are only some Read more...
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McDowell Environmental Center and The Farm School announce a new way to safely get away during COVID-19. McDowell “Family Field Trips” are an educational and relaxing three-day experience of exploration. At McDowell, we believe that experiential education, through inquiry and self-discovery leaves long-lasting impressions and a deeper understanding of the world around you and yourself. Bring your family for this Read more...
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the Little River Canyon Center is a Jacksonville State University building located in Northeast Alabama that adjoins the Little River Canyon National Preserve in the city of Fort Payne. the facility features a Grand Hall, HD movie theater, gift shop, natural history library, exhibits, classrooms, back deck, outdoor amphitheater and trails for both education and adventure. The Canyon Center features Read more...
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Nestled in a forested hillside, Manitou Cave is a hidden treasure with a rich history and ancient geological origins. Stand beside Great Spirit Mountain, a natural formation within the cave standing over 40 feet tall. Study sacred Cherokee syllabary inscriptions and ponder how they could have appeared on a 50-foot high ceiling. Travel deeper and reflect in the grand ballroom Read more...
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Tigers for Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain is home to over 160 animals including tigers, mountain lions, African lions, bears, wolves, black leopards and so many more wonderful animals. As a last stop preserve, the animals that come to live with us remain here for the rest of their lives. Located on 140 acres in Dekalb County, Alabama, Untamed Mountain, home Read more...
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Students will love this fun, educational visit to the farm including: Private Guided Tour, Hay Ride, Maze, Animals, Educational Outdoor Classrooms, Jumping Pillow, Corn Crib, Barnyard Playground, and Pick Your Own Pumpkin from the Vine. Read more...
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Burritt on the Mountain’s educational programs provide a variety of quality education experiences that meet national and state standards for social studies, environmental education, science, math, language arts, and the creative arts. Read more...
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The Cook Museum of Natural Science is a state-of-the-art natural science museum in downtown Decatur, AL. It provides a hands-on, immersive experience where kids can explore, interact with, and learn about nature. Families leave the Cook Museum feeling fulfilled by their time together and inspired by the things they saw and learned. It truly is an amazing experience for families Read more...
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Huntsville Botanical Garden is the place to be to make science come alive for your students. By providing learning experiences that are an extension of your classroom and in-line with National and Alabama Science Standards, your students will discover the amazing world around them in our action-packed field adventures. Read more...
