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Outdoor Science Education

Programs

Grades 10-12

Wetland or SAV Ecology Study
Environmental Science or
A.P. Environmental Science

Fall and Spring
Locations: Dundee Creek or Days Cove

Essential Question: Why are SAV and wetlands an important component of a healthy estuary?

Students will investigate biotic and abiotic factors of wetlands or SAV to determine their role in the health of the Chesapeake Bay. Students will collect data on water quality using digital and manual data acquisition tools.

Environmental Science Indicators:
13. Students will be able to apply knowledge of abiotic and biotic components of an ecosystem to explain the interrelationships within the biosphere. (LG-3.5)

14. Students will be able to apply environmental principles to analyze the historical, physical, chemical, and biological aspects of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. (LG-2.6, 3.5, 4.6, 5.7)

Canoes at Days Cove
Days Cove canoes waiting to be used by high-schoolers for a Wetland or SAV study.
Green Algae
Green Algae found at Days Cove.

 

 

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