Integrating Ecology & Art: Centennial Canoe

Integrating Ecology & Art

While canoeing, camping and hiking, we’ll investigate the natural environment of the river and desert canyons and learn how human, plant, and animal life in these special areas have adapted to this unique environment. During our explorations, we’ll study how people and the passage of time have changed the region. And, like the native peoples, we’ll be inspired by our natural surroundings to create art and poetry, and learn how to gather and prepare plants for food and utilitarian uses. We will also consider how the night sky has influenced various cultures. Join us for an experiential and holistic approach to learning on one of the West’s most beautiful classrooms, the Colorado River.

Centennial teams up with the Colorado School of Mines (303-273-3303) to offer this class for teachers (K-12) and for general interest to the public. This combined one-day class session and 3-day canoe trip earns 2 continuing ed credits for teachers. The pretrip class for students will be at the CO School of Mines, from 9 am to 5 pm, on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Non teachers may take the full course for the student price and have a reserved seat. Non credit, discounted seats, for the canoe trip only (at regular canoe trip prices), are based on space availability. Ages 15 and up.

Teachers who successfully complete this course will receive background material and resource contacts. A resource kit of materials and connections to help you teach the activities you participated in will also be provided.