Royal Botanical Gardens
OUTDOOR EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION (SCHOOL AND YOUTH PROGRAMS)
Come discover a living museum covering 1,100 hectares of display gardens and natural areas that celebrate the relationship between humanity and nature. We are Canada’s biodiversity hotspot, home to more wild plant species than any other area in the country.
What makes RBG UNIQUE:
• Our programs: meet Ontario curriculum requirements, are developed by certified teachers and facilitated by trained outdoor educators to meet Ministry of Education expectations. • Students experience – hands-on learning in a living laboratory, using 21st century technology like data loggers, digital cameras and GPS units.
• Our experience: 65 years of education programming that builds meaningful connections with nature and a sense of environmental stewardship.
• Our commitment: provide exceptional and accessible service, and accommodate your needs. Mention this ad when making a booking and we’ll put your school name into a draw for a free class trip!
CONTACT: 905-527-1158 ext. 276 or toll-free 905-825-5040 ext. 276
WEBSITE: www.rbg.ca/schools or www.rbg.ca/videoconferencing for virtual field trips
LOCATION: 680 Plains Road West, Burlington ON, L7T 4H4
GRADES ECE – 12
Min Group Size: 20 Participants
Max Group Size: 120 participants per location
Length: 90 min – 4 hrs, Custom
Subject Areas: Environmental Education, Science and Technology, Geography/Social Studies, Physical Education, Other