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Please note that all program costs are valid until September 1, 2008. For updated pricing on all programs taking place after this date, please call 603-626-3474. Maximum number of students per program is 30. Minimum number of students is 10. Native Americans, River Ecology, Electricity and Preschool programs are offered between Sept 15 and April 15. Fish Season Tours are offered in May and June. Please call 626-3474 to register. *Fishways programs can come to you! We now travel with some of our popular group programs. These programs are marked below*. River Ecology Wildlife of the River Community* What animals live along the Merrimack River and why are they found there? Hands-on activities and observation of live animals help students explore adaptation, life cycles, food webs, and human impact on wildlife. Age Level: Grades 3-6 River Life* From microscopic life to large vertebrates, NH's own Merrimack River hosts a wide variety of aquatic creatures. This program looks closely at the river's living systems. Through hands-on activities and observation of live organisms, students will explore food webs of the river and the unique adaptations of river wildlife. Age Level: Grades 4-8 Fabulous Fish Hook your students on the fascinating behavior and adaptations of Merrimack River fishes! Observe live fish, simulate migration, and explore the relationship between a fish and its environment. Age Level: Grades 1-5 Down the Drain* Follow a raindrop through the water cycle to learn about watersheds and water conservation. Students will build their own watersheds and participate in water cycle modeling. Age Level: Grades 3-8 Merrimack Magic What living things can be found in the Merrimack River ecosystem? And how is matter cycled through the system? Using a video-microscope and direct observation of living things, students will explore the concepts of photosynthesis, producers, consumers, and decomposers within a river system. Age Level: Grades 4-8 Slithery, Slimy and Scaly: Reptiles and Amphibians* Reptiles and amphibians are among the most interesting and amazing creatures on earth. Learn the difference between these two groups as we discover which ones make their home in and around the Merrimack River. Hands-on activities and observation of live animals help students explore the life cycles, adaptations and fascinating behaviors of snakes, turtles, frogs and salamanders. Age Level: Grades 1-8 Birds in your Neighborhood* Birds are all around us, even in the city. In this program students view actual bird wings, feet, skulls and a skeleton, and engage in activities that help them understand special bird adaptations and behavior. Outdoor observation increases students' awareness by viewing birds they might not have noticed before. Age Level: Grades 3-6 River Ecology Series This four-part series explores concepts of hydrology,
living systems, water quality and conservation through direct observation
and hands-on activities. The series is offered over the course of 4 parts,
each part lasting 2 hours. Age Level: Grades 4-8 Native Americans A Village Along the Merrimack Students are taken back to the days when the Amoskeag Falls was the site of large Penacook fishing villages. The program naturalist helps students explore the every day world of the Penacook people and interpret authentic artifacts that are over 400 years old! Students even play games that Penacook children played long ago. Age Level: Grades 1-12 Electricity Edison's Workshop Turn back the clock and explore Thomas Edison's Workshop. Students learn the basics of electricity and how the great inventor created some of the most common items in our houses today. This exciting program culminates with the students conducting a basic scientific experiment and creating their own light bulb! Age Level: Grades 4-8 You Can Turn Water Into Watt? Tour the Amoskeag hydroelectric station and learn how electricity is made using water power. This program will also help students understand environmental impacts and benefits of hydroelectricity and dams. Age Level: Grades 4-12 Edison Meets the 21st Century Explore the use of solar panels while learning about basic electrical concepts. Students will measure volts, amps and watts with various appliances connected to solar panels, and will learn about the relationship between electrical generation, environmental impacts and energy conservation. This is a cutting-edge technology program you won't want to miss! Age Level: Grades 4-12 Preschool Programs For Ages 4-5 Mad About Mammals* What are warmblooded, furry, and can be seen in your own backyard? Mammals, of course! Come to the Fishways to learn all about our local mammals. The program includes hands-on activities. Program Length: 60 minutes Village Along the Merrimack Long before there were cities, cars, planes, and trains, Native Americans lived along the rivers of New Hampshire. Students will learn all about the culture and customs of the people who lived along the Merrimack River through hands-on activities and a chance to view authentic Native American artifacts. Program Length: 60 minutes Slithery, Slimy and Scaly: Reptiles and Amphibians* What are slithery, slimy and scaly and can be found in and around the Merrimack River? Reptiles and amphibians, of course! Students will learn all about our local turtles, frogs, snakes, and salamanders through hands-on activities and observation of live animals. Program Length: 60 minutes Fabulous Fish Have you ever really looked at a fish up close? Observe live fish while learning about their amazing adaptations and how they survive under water. Program Length: 60 minutes Fish Season This walking tour will teach students about the history of the Merrimack River, hydroelectric power generation, how the fish ladder works and which migratory fish use the ladder to bypass the dam each spring. The tour ends with an underwater look into the ladder. Groups larger than 30 can be accommodated. Program Availability: May and June (call for exact dates) |
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