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The mission of
the PEBC
is
to be a vehicle for understanding
and appreciating the natural
wonders in our own backyards.
Community Education |
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The Prairie Ecology Bus Center offers a wide variety of classes for ages Pre-K, K-2, and 3-6 in SW Minnesota. The programs listed are options available for CE organizations wishing to bring in additional programs. Programs are available where PEBC staff will come to you to present classes in your communities. Community Education Programs vary by season and are available primarily in summer and winter months and change each season. Programs listed are also available to youth groups and organizations. For a printable copy:Download
CE Programs |
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Program Name |
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K-2 |
3-6 |
Program Description |
Animal Record Breakers |
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What animal is the fastest? Which one is the longest? What about the largest? We will take a look at some of these animal record breakers from around the world and also the record breakers right here in Minnesota. Find out who would win if they had an animal Olympics! |
Beautiful Butterflies |
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How do butterflies smell? How do they see? Where do they come from? What kinds live where we do? You’ll learn the answers to these questions and much more in this program! Learn the life cycle of butterflies and make a butterfly craft to hang in your room! |
Bees, Wasps and Hornets |
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See what all the buzz is about! Because of their sting, most people are scared of these wonderful insects. That fear sometimes prevents us from seeing the amazing abilities they have and their interesting lifestyles. Through games and activities, we will look at some of these abilities such as the way they communicate and the many benefits they provide to us. |
Bison - Home on the Range |
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Bison once roamed the native prairies of Minnesota in large numbers. Now, the only ones you will find in our state are located in fenced-in areas. Join us as we take a look at this magnificent animal. Through games and activities, you’ll even get a chance to feel what it is like to be one of these prairie giants! |
Bugs Galore! |
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What do you think is one of Earth’s smallest creatures? That’s right - the insect! Learn about these mini-beasts through songs and dance. Discover where to find them, how they live and make an insect to take home! |
Going Batty |
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Minnesota is home to seven types of bats. Although they have a bad reputation, they do a wonderful job of eating mosquitoes and other insects. We will also find out if there really are vampire bats and if we have anything to worry about. Play a few bat games, make a bat craft and, when we’re done, you might just feel a little bit batty! |
Minnesota Weird |
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When it comes to the strange and unusual, you don’t have to look far to find it! Minnesota has its own collection of odd and unusual animals that call this state home. Come find out which ones top the list as the weirdest critters and discover what makes them so unusual. |
Papermaking Pizzaz! |
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Do you have old newspapers at home, like to be messy and enjoy making crafts? Then we’ve got a perfect class for you! Learn how to recycle your old newspapers and give them a new life by making your own decorative papers! You’ll not only practice making paper, but also learn really cool facts about paper, too! |
Radical Raptors |
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It’s a plane! It’s Super Man! No, wait - it’s really a raptor! Did you know there are 7 different types of raptors? To learn more about these amazing birds, we will explore skulls, talons, and wings. If you’re really adventurous, you can even try your hand at dissecting owl pellets! |
Rockin' Rockets |
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Three, Two, One… We have lift off! Ever wonder how rockets work or what it’s like to launch one? This class will help you learn the basics of how rockets work and you’ll have a blast making rockets of your own and even launching them, too! |
Spiders and Arachnids |
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Spiders and Scorpions and Ticks, Oh my! Some people are frightfully afraid of these eight-legged wonders, but a closer look reveals some fascinating creatures. The popularity of Spider-Man has caused a few of us to take a look at some of the spider’s amazing adaptations and abilities. We will explore some of these, as well as, other arachnids. To help you remember our amazing eight-legged friends, we’ll make our own spider to bring home! |
Terrific Trees |
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How many different leaf shapes do you think there are? We will explore the many different shapes of leaves and find out what tree they are from. We’ll learn what parts make up a tree and how trees work. To help you remember these amazing plants, you’ll be able to make a tree craft to take home! |
The lower elementary programs are designed for children having
completed grades K-2. |
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Program rates: $65 plus $0.485/mile mileage (non-bus programs) For programs located more than 75 miles driving distance one way, the program rate is $75/class plus mileage. (Please note, mileage rate subject to change, up or down, in response to current fuel costs at time of program.) Simultaneous or consecutive programs on same day will only have one mileage rate applied. |
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or would like to register, please call 507.662.5064 or e-mail us at: ecologybus@ecologybus.org