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ECOLITERACYSCHOOL

By Megan Barnett Schimek

Activities in Field Experiences

In field experiences at Whitewater state park and Pine Island EcoliteracySCHOOL students were able to build ecological literacy and mentorship relations through various activities.

By Enrique Alvirez Gonzalez

Kayaking

This was done in a part of the Mississippi river. This was an opportunity to build teamwork skills and learn about the role that bodies of water play in our ecosystem.

By Jessie Barnett Schimek

Wild Cave

This was done just outside of Altura, Minnesota. The experience allowed for education about how caves formed and how they have been used by both humans and animals.

By Serena Handrick

Hiking- Chimney Hill

Hiking Chimney Hill in Whitewater state park was a great teambuilding experience and the views allowed for moments of reflection.

By Megan Barnett Schimek

Fire Safety Education

This experience was conducted by Whitewater state park naturalist Sara Grover who demonstrated the importance of fire safety when camping and fire safety in the forest in general.

By Kara Nyhus

Hiking the Elba Fire Tower

The hike up was a great teambuilding experience, and the views were extremely beautiful from the top of the fire tower.

By Megan Barnett Schimek

Waste Disposable Education

Through this experience we gained an understanding of the importance of waste management, and the effects that improper waste management has on our environment and each other.

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