Outdoor Education & Recreation Department Programs Summary
by Three Rivers Park District

Discover the outdoors, explore history, learn about nature and more. Nature-based field trips, group programs, robust school partnerships, public programs, public events, campground programs, clubs, & summer camps are provided by 8 education teams including 4 nature centers, 1 sustainable farm, 1 art-focused park, 1 overnight facility, and 1 outdoor recreation school. These programs occur both at Three Rivers Park District locations and in the community (ie. schools & parks).

OfferingsOfferings
  • Direct teaching, Field trips, Materials & supplies, Professional development/consulting for teachers, Supporting networks (online/in-person)
AudiencesAudiences
  • Pre-K/Early Childhood, Kindergarden, 1st Grade Students / Youth, 2nd Grade Students / Youth, 3rd Grade Students / Youth, 4th Grade Students / Youth, 5th Grade Students / Youth, 6th Grade Students / Youth, 7th Grade Students / Youth, 8th Grade Students / Youth, 9th Grade Students / Youth, 10th Grade Students / Youth, 11th Grade Students / Youth, 12th Grade Students / Youth, Pre-Service Educators/College Students, Teachers/Administrators, Informal Educators, General Public/Family, Senior Citizens, Adults
LocationLocation
TimingTiming
    During school day
  • After school
  • Evenings
  • Summer
  • Weekends
ThemesThemes
  • Climate Change
  • Conservation (Wildlife/Habitat)
  • Environmental Justice
  • Food Systems/Nutrition
  • Outdoor Learning
  • Water
Academic AlignmentAcademic Alignment
    Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
  • State Standards (Write in Other)
LanguagesLanguages
    English
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