Nature Appreciation
As an Adventurer, we take time to read God's Second Book - the Book of Nature. That's why most of our field trips are focused on nature appreciation. Check out our calendar page for our upcoming nature outings! Meanwhile, focus on developing your nature appreciation skills at home through observation and collection. Here are some ideas to help you get going.
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Observing Nature is a lot of fun. You can observe with your eyes, ears, hands, and nose. Below are some resources to help you get to know the wildlife native to Virginia.
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To make sure you observe with all your senses, create a senses checklist in your Nature Journal, like this one!
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Conducting a nature scavenger hunt is a great way to focus your exploration. Below is a link to a fun nature scavenger hunt with things you will likely encounter in your own backyard.
Here are a couple of fun ways to collect items on a scavenger hunt or walk.