Day Field Trips
Give your class an unforgettable trip to Blue Ridge Discovery Center where they will learn about the local ecology through engaging hands-on activities. Work with our staff to meet your individual classroom goals. Activities generally add up to a 4-6 hour program.
Activities
Day Field Trip program highlights include stream ecology, water quality testing, salamander surveys under cover boards (scientific method), leaf matter decomposition, and use of dichotomous key.
Plan your visit
Day Field trip arrival times and departure times are flexible depending on the School’s schedule and distance from Blue Ridge Discovery Center. Students should be prepared for outdoor activities with proper shoes and clothing. A hot lunch can be provided as part of the program, however, classes are welcome to bring their own packed lunch and picnic in our dining hall or outdoors. Contact us to coordinate your trip.
Financial Assistance
If your school is within our local region including Grayson County, Carroll County, City of Galax, Smyth County, and Washington County there is potential financial assistance to cover all or part of your class participation in our programs. Please contact us to learn more about assistance currently available!