Science Geocaching
by Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge

Grade: 5th Grade
Length: 2.5 Hours
NGSS: 5-PS3-1; 5-LS1-1; 5-LS2-1
Location: AK Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
Teacher's Classroom: School must be within 50 miles of Homer, AK
Description: Students learn the basics of geocaching and how it applies to both scientific research and recreational activities. They are then given a brief introduction on how to use a GPS unit and will complete a scavenger hunt based on real time scientific research.

OfferingsOfferings
  • Classroom volunteers/presenters, Field trips
AudiencesAudiences
  • 5th Grade Students / Youth
LocationLocation
    On K-12 school campus
  • Other Location
TimingTiming
    During school day
ThemesThemes
  • Conservation (Wildlife/Habitat)
  • Outdoor Learning
  • STEM
Academic AlignmentAcademic Alignment
    Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
LanguagesLanguages
    English
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