Stream Science
Week Two:
Stream Science, June 20-June 24
Stream Science Adventures: Ages 5 – 7
Stream Science Explorers: Ages 8 – 11
Description:
Meet and explore a variety of stream habitats, including Wildcat Creek and Strawberry Creek. Follow their pathways to discover unique stream features including riffles and pools, small islands and bridges. Create and float mini nature-boats on creek waterways. Identify aquatic invertebrates and study their amazing adaptations for life in flowing water. Assess the health of a stream habitat, test water quality and compare and contrast natural and urban streams. Identify streamside plants and create beautiful stream art.
Drop Off and Pick Up Locations:
Our main location this week will be Fern Picnic Area in Tilden Park, with one special location day to explore Strawberry Creek which flows through the UC Berkeley Campus, and one special location day at the Environmental Education Center area to explore Wildcat Creek, as well as our fun Friday at Lake Anza.
| Day | Date | Drop-off Location | Pick-up Location |
| Monday | June 20 | Fern Picnic Area | Fern Picnic Area |
| Tuesday | June 21 | Environmental Education Center Parking Lot | Environmental Education Center Parking Lot |
| Wednesday | June 22 | Strawberry Creek, UC Berkeley Campus | Strawberry Creek, UC Berkeley Campus |
| Thursday | June 23 | Fern Picnic Area | Fern Picnic Area |
| Friday | June 24 | Lake Anza Parking Lot | Lake Anza Parking Lot |
