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Designed to inspire a life-long love of learning, McWane Science Center has welcomed millions of visitors since opening its doors in 1998. Explorers – from ages 1 to 100 – flock year-round to see, to hear, to touch, and to experience the wonder of science in one of the South’s most unique venues. Read more...
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McWane Science Center is committed to making each field trip the most worthwhile experience for you and your students. Every one of McWane Science Center’s programs is aligned with the Alabama Course of Study Standards as well as the National Science Education Standards Read more...
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Enjoy the diverse wildlife of Birmingham Zoo! At any given time, approximately 700 animals of 230 species call the 122-acre Birmingham Zoo home, including sea lions, rhinos and endangered species from six continents. Read more...
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The Birmingham Zoo makes a great partner in education for schools and educators offering exciting learning programs and experiences for all ages and grades in our 122 acre classroom. Students have access to hundreds of animals, including different species, and endangered species from six continents. Read more...
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At Ruffner Mountain, we pride ourselves in offering fields trips that are fun, hands-on and relevant. Pre-k – 12th grade students learn concepts across all disciplines by exploring the trails found within our 1,000 acre Nature Preserve. Students also have the opportunity to learn from some of our native animal ambassadors that live in our Nature Center. Read more...
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The history of Ruffner Mountain is wild and a little weird, just like the natural world! Learn about both as we explore the mountain together. Read more...
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6th Day Creatures Animal Adventures is a fully licensed and insured educational outreach organization. We provide educational presentations with live exotic animals for schools, church events, summer camps, community events, birthday parties, and other special occasions. We travel to your location with some of our very special animal ambassadors to teach about wildlife. The animals at 6th Day Creatures Animal Read more...
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Educational programming that enhances STEAM with life science, biology, zoology, and ecology. Read more...
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Our versatile lesson program is designed for a broad range of ages and skill levels. We specialize in the English styles of Huntseat and Saddleseat as well as Western Pleasure, all rewarding disciplines that improve balance, concentration and confidence. Instruction focuses on basic horsemanship, including safe horse handling, grooming and care, and a solid riding foundation. Want to improve your Read more...
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Bring your family for some fun on the farm to the Sand Mountain Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch! Read more...
