In this inquiry-based activity provided by Around the Bend Nature Tours through the Sarasota Audubon Society, and Manatee Audubon students discover the basic characteristics that make an animal a bird, and learn how to use visual clues to identify different species of birds. Students also learn the basics of using binoculars. Students will discover the agricultural and natural history of the Celery Fields and its importance as a storm water management area for Sarasota County.
Students can participate in 3 activities based on teacher needs and age level. Options include:
While engaging in a Limpkin (or Osprey) role-playing game students will discover how difficult it is to survive as a Limpkin (or Osprey). Students will learn that the Limpkin has a specialized diet of apple snails (Osprey: fish). Students will understand that Limpkins and Ospreys have a difficult time surviving due to habitat loss.
Students can participate in 3 activities based on teacher needs and age level. Options include:
- Birds-Eye-View Basic Bird ID
- Native Plant Walk
- Limpkin Game (Celery Fields) or Osprey Game (Felts Preserve)
- Water Quality Testing
While engaging in a Limpkin (or Osprey) role-playing game students will discover how difficult it is to survive as a Limpkin (or Osprey). Students will learn that the Limpkin has a specialized diet of apple snails (Osprey: fish). Students will understand that Limpkins and Ospreys have a difficult time surviving due to habitat loss.
The best time for scheduling birding field trips is in January, February and March when migratory birds are here.
Funding is currently in place for both field trips for 2022-23 school year - thanks to:
Manatee Audubon - Felts Preserve
Sarasota Audubon - Celery Fields
Funding is currently in place for both field trips for 2022-23 school year - thanks to:
Manatee Audubon - Felts Preserve
Sarasota Audubon - Celery Fields