Field Trips at Lacawac
Lacawac Sanctuary offers standards-aligned educational programs that inspire students to connect with the natural world and bring STEM concepts to life through nature-based learning. Our highly trained environmental educators deliver programming tailored to the developmental needs of children from diverse backgrounds and abilities, ensuring that every participant feels included and engaged.
Through immersive, hands-on, and inquiry-driven activities, students will explore key environmental concepts while navigating Lacawac’s 550-acre preserve. Guided by our educators, students will investigate and learn at interactive stations located in diverse natural settings such as our pond, glacial lake, wetlands, meadow, and forest. These experiences foster curiosity and critical thinking, empowering students to develop a deeper understanding of environmental science and their role in protecting the natural world.
By integrating real-world applications of STEM with outdoor exploration, Lacawac's programs provide a transformative educational experience that enhances learning, builds confidence, and cultivates a lifelong appreciation for the environment.
Through immersive, hands-on, and inquiry-driven activities, students will explore key environmental concepts while navigating Lacawac’s 550-acre preserve. Guided by our educators, students will investigate and learn at interactive stations located in diverse natural settings such as our pond, glacial lake, wetlands, meadow, and forest. These experiences foster curiosity and critical thinking, empowering students to develop a deeper understanding of environmental science and their role in protecting the natural world.
By integrating real-world applications of STEM with outdoor exploration, Lacawac's programs provide a transformative educational experience that enhances learning, builds confidence, and cultivates a lifelong appreciation for the environment.
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Schedule a Field TripScheduling your program with Lacawac is easy! Start by exploring our selection of programs to find the experience that best fits your students’ goals and needs. Once you’ve chosen a program, complete our Program Request Form to begin the scheduling process. We recommend scheduling your program in advance to ensure availability. Once we receive your form, our team will connect with you to confirm details, check availability, and support you every step of the way.
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Weather & Cancellation Policies
As an outdoor education facility, Lacawac closely monitors weather conditions, with student safety being our top priority. Lacawac’s programs run rain or shine; however, in the event of unsafe weather conditions, staff will determine if a program can safely operate and will notify schools of cancellations by 7:30 on the day of the program. In the event that a program is canceled due to weather, we will work with schools to reschedule within the same calendar year.
All other cancellations or rescheduling requests must be submitted in writing at least three weeks prior to the scheduled program date. Please note that Lacawac cannot provide refunds for canceled programs.
All other cancellations or rescheduling requests must be submitted in writing at least three weeks prior to the scheduled program date. Please note that Lacawac cannot provide refunds for canceled programs.
Explore Our Field Trip Experiences
Check out this video about field trips at Lacawac produced by PPL
Funding and support for Lacawac's Outreach Programs and Field Trips are provided by EITC Funding, Corporations and Foundations like:
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