Educational Destinations: Planning Educational Trips

Monnie Leigh S. Meads | 08/09/2011

Imagine you are precariously balanced on the edge of a high platform, and behind you, with arms laced together, stand a group of people that have been instructed to catch you. Your heart beats faster as you shut your eyes, cross your arms over your chest, take a deep breath and tip backwards, hoping that group of people who say they will catch you really know what they are doing. If you have ever been in a Team Building experience you might be familiar with this activity. It is called the Trust Fall, and it has the potential to be either one of the most influential developmental experiences or, unfortunately, one that has faint impact and is ... Read More...

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Bob Bender | 08/04/2011

The motto of the Lowcountry Estuarium based in Port Royal, SC is “Conservation through Education” with a focus on the Port Royal Sound Estuarine system. This unique coastal environment stretches from the barrier islands bordered on the north by St. Helena Sound to the Savannah River. It is arguably the richest ecosystem on earth with regard to the production of biomass. Read More...

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AMY CHILSON | 03/21/2011

At Antler Hill Farm at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC students learn more than just the history of the barn. The unique setting provides opportunities for lessons in biology, physics, ecology, art, social science, history, language arts and more. The entire farm becomes their classroom and age/grade appropriate programs and specialized guided tours are provided. Read More...

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KELLI ROBINSON | 11/19/2010

Natural beauty at the very heart of Florida’s allure beckons to visitors from sunny shorelines, hardwood hammocks, breezy bays, and the world-famous River of Grass. Transporting visitors to these natural splendors are thousands of miles of trails traveled on foot, bicycle, horse, canoe and kayak. Offering a multitude of educational and cultural experiences through museums, festivals and architecture; however, one of its lesser known educational experiences takes place on some of Florida’s oldest and unexplored attractions — its trails. With over 8,000 miles of existing land-based trails and over 4,000 miles of water trails, the Sunshine Stat... Read More...

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| 11/19/2010

Craighead Caverns was named after an Indian chief who at one time owned the property and the cave, and who may well have discovered the tiny opening that was its natural entrance. Chief Craighead acquired the land through either the Ocoee or Hiwassee Land Grants. Artifacts found in the vicinity of the “Council Room” around 1927-28, included pottery, arrowheads, weapons, etc., and indicated deep penetration of Cherokee Indians to this circular room where it is speculated they may have held council meetings. Read More...

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| 11/19/2010

At some point, every child dreams of running away and becoming an Indian. Today, kids — and their parents — can see that dream come true in one of North Carolina’s most unique travel destinations offering an adventurous shift from a routine beach vacation. Legendary Cherokee, nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains in the town of Cherokee, NC, gives families a hands-on, authentic and unforgettable experience of Cherokee culture on the tribe’s protected lands. The destination is the center of the ancestral lands of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians — those who in the 1800s refused to be relocated west and determinedly fought and won their rig... Read More...

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| 08/23/2010

Ten-year-old Evan smiled as he climbed out of the Forest Service helicopter from his tag-along mission to improve habitat for wildlife. The hum of the propellers and the roar of the engine in the flight simulator were something he didn’t want his friend Keisha to miss. He found her across the room holding a wild turkey feather and listening to a wise Native American elder tell stories of how his people used wildlife to sustain themselves long ago. The two fifth-graders and their classmates were in the middle of an exciting field trip to the Wild Turkey Center and Winchester Museum in Edgefield, S.C. Read More...

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| 03/31/2010

Take your students into space at your local Challenger Learning Center and then return to the classroom for your debriefing! Using space exploration as a theme and simulations as a vehicle, Challenger Center for Space Science Education and its network of nearly 50 Challenger Learning Centers, serve more than 400,000 students each year, and engage over 40,000 educators through missions, teacher workshops and other programs. The centers create positive educational experiences that raise students’ expectations of success, foster in them a long-term interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and inspire them to pursue ... Read More...

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| 03/31/2010

Spring heralds the season of warm weather and outdoor activities. It is almost that time of year when school students itch to get out of the classroom and explore the outdoors and partake in hands-on learning experiences. This season, whether during a fieldtrip or weekend stay, students who visit the port city of Norfolk, Va. will find that their schoolbooks come to life. While in Norfolk, not only will they have the opportunity to learn more about history, art, science and the mysteries of the deep blue sea, but experience them as well. Read More...

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Discover Columbus, GA | 11/20/2009

Teachers, tell your students you’re taking them on an adventure outside of the classroom that they will never forget and then bring them to Columbus, Georgia for some exciting activities! Read More...

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MARC RAPPoRT | 11/20/2009

Late fall and winter is a great time to get out and play in South Carolina, for young and old and families of all shapes and sizes. The Palmetto State’s outdoor offerings for those who like to go on foot range from rugged mountain trails, to flat, accessible walkways through peaceful maritime forests, at some of the state’s most popular beachfront parks. And the weather’s great. Fall color dies late in South Carolina and winter itself is mild, with a bit of snow and freezing rain in the Upstate interspersing generally sunny skies and highs in the 40s to 60s, and even the occasional 70s along the southeast coast. Forget ice skating here. How ... Read More...

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| 11/20/2009

Re-defining Adventure Just outside Charleston, SC, is Berkeley County, known for its natural beauty, scenic landscape, rich culture and exciting history. Groups and families especially enjoy the year-round gorgeous weather. Known for its natural beauty, scenic landscape, rich culture and exciting history, Berkeley County is luring more and more visitors each year. Read More...

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FREDRICK REICHLE, MD | 11/20/2009

Approximately one in five young people between the ages of six and 17 are overweight. There is an epidemic of childhood obesity in the United States and around the world. Millions of these young people face a higher risk much earlier in life of developing diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, stroke and some types of cancer. The two main contributing factors are a plentiful supply of food high in calories, fat and sugar and a lack of physical activity. Part of the solution could involve re-introducing mandatory physical activities in public schools. Another important aspect is parents taking a corrective role in their child’s physical activ... Read More...

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ERIN LUNDY | 11/20/2009

This season, whether during a fieldtrip or weekend stay, students who visit the port city of Norfolk,VA will see their schoolbooks come to life.While in Norfolk, not only will they have the opportunity to learn more about history, art, science and the mysteries of the deep blue sea, but experience them as well — and have fun while doing it! Those interested in deep-sea exploration have also come to the right place! Located right next door to USS Wisconsin, Norfolk’s interactive science center, NAUTICUS, features more than 150 nautical exhibits, including a simulated destroyer, saltwater aquariums, computer and video interactive films on a gi... Read More...

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LILLIANM SPENCER | 11/20/2009

Now is a great time to enjoy many educational outdoor activities in the Sunshine State.With cooler temperatures in most states, outdoor activities in Florida abound for all ages. Teachers and students can find outdoor adventures that make learning fun and exciting throughout Florida. Following are destinations and activities to help you explore Florida outdoors! Read More...

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