Be an Ecologist for a Day!

The Outreach Program at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory launched its popular "Ecologist for a Day" in the fall of 1995. Groups of elementary, middle and high school students visit the SREL Conference Center near Aiken, S.C., during the school year for a day-long program of hands-on environmental education activities, both outside and in. Teachers also learn how to create outdoor classroom stations on or near their campuses.

The goal of "Ecologist for a Day" is to enhance environmental awareness and appreciation for elementary, middle, and high school age students and encourage them to consider careers in the sciences.

"Ecologist for a Day" Field Guide [Download PDF (5MB)]

Ecologist for a Day Photo Album

GUIDELINES:

Mondays and Fridays throughout the school year.
Age limit: ALL VISITORS must be at least 6 years old
Group limit: 30 students, plus chaperones and teacher(s)
Wear clothing and footwear suitable for walking on trails in woods.
Consider the weather forecast, in case a coat or rain jacket is needed.
Usual hours 9:30am to 1:30pm.
Participants will need to bring a sack lunch.
Transportation to and from the Conference Center [View map] is the responsibility of the group scheduling the event. [Download map]

To schedule a presentation please contact Sean Poppy at (803) 725-7588 or email poppy(at)srel.edu.

The SREL Environmental Outreach Program is supported by: