Kootenay Trout Hatchery Field Trips

Kootenay
Trout Hatchery
Field Trips
THE NATURAL WAY TO LEARN
A visit to the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC’s Kootenay Trout Hatchery is a one-of-a-kind
experience for students and teacher alike. Whichever program you choose, our interpreters
will tailor your visit to your group’s age and interests. Activities can include a visit to our fish
and turtle ponds, nature-based crafts and age-appropriate games. Students have so much
fun, they don’t even know they’re learning!
Our Programs
1. Learn to Fish
Everything kids need to know to get started, including fish
biology and conservation, fishing ethics, fishing techniques,
safety and equipment set-up. Students also get to test their new
skills in our fishing pond. All equipment is provided. Space is
limited to one class per session. Extra volunteers required.
2. Hatchery Tour
Discover what goes on behind the scenes at our hatchery.
Includes a close-up look at trout, char and endangered white
sturgeon (the dinosaurs of the fish world) – plus a chance to
learn about their life cycle, habitat and reproduction.
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3. Wildlife Walk
See the wild osprey nests, swallow and bluebird
boxes, and maybe even baby bluebirds! Students
learn about the birds’ lifecycle, habitat and nesting
behaviour. Other local critters highlighted on the walk
include grizzly bears and bighorn sheep.
4. Senses & Scents
Learn how wild animals use their sense of touch,
taste, sight, hearing and smell to survive. It’s a fun
way to put your students in touch with their natural
instincts.
5. SOS! Save Our Sturgeon
Programs run from
10:00 am to 2:00 pm,
with half hour lunch break
included. (Shorter visits
arranged on request.)
Remember to bring lunch
and dress for the weather.
COST
$100 per class per program
(GST included)
MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE
30 students
Hatchery is located
at 4522 Fenwick Road,
Fort Steele V0B 1N0
Through games and activities, our tour guides
introduce your students to white sturgeon – how
this fascinating fish became endangered, and what’s
being done to save them.
6. Our Wish for BC Fish (for Grade 5)
This three part program consists of 1) an in-class
presentation; 2) science unit for teachers to deliver in
class; 3) a visit to the hatchery – and a chance to see
our giant adult sturgeon. Covers Grade 5 curriculum
outcomes, focusing on biology, habitat preservation,
conservation efforts and recreational enjoyment of
BC’s fisheries.
We gratefully acknowledge
funding by
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK YOUR PROGRAM:
Phone 250-429-3214 E-mail [email protected]
Fraser Valley
Trout Hatchery
Field Trips
THE NATURAL WAY TO LEARN
A visit to the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC’s Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery is a one-of-akind experience for students and teacher alike. All programs support the Prescribed Learning
Outcomes of the BC school curriculum, and our interpreters tailor everything to your group’s
age and interests. Students have so much fun, they don’t even know they’re learning!
Our Programs
1. It’s a Trout’s Life
(Preschool, K to 2 – 1 hour) Kids join Myki the rainbow trout
to discover the adventures fish face on their journey through
life from egg to adult. This hands-on program includes an
interactive felt board story, role playing, a hatchery tour,
and drawing. $3 per child
2. What’s That Habitat?
(Grades 2 to 5 – 2 hours) Students will explore the unique
features of trout habitat and ways of caring for our freshwater
ecosystems. Our interactive “Pollution Soup” demonstration
and stream mapping segment are always favourites!
$75 per class
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3. Trout Fast Food
(Grades 2 to 5 – 4 hours) In this exciting program
kids collect aquatic insects on-site and discover how
they adapt to escape hungry trout. Microscopic study,
aquatic insect identification and life history strategies
are the main focus of this exploration day.
$100 per class
4. ScientiFish
(Grades 5 to 7 – 5 hours) Students examine the water
quality of several outdoor sites and use the scientific
method to form a hypothesis. Junior scientists will
conduct water quality tests, collect aquatic insects
and interpret data to draw a conclusion regarding the
health of a freshwater ecosystem. $100 per class
Remember to bring lunch
and dress for the weather.
MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE
30 students
For most programs we
can accommodate up to
2 classes at the same time.
The Fraser Valley Trout
Hatchery & Visitor Centre
is located at:
34345 Vye Road,
Abbotsford, BC
All prices include GST/PST
5. Learn To Fish
(All ages – 4 hours) Participants learn how to become
responsible anglers and respect our freshwater
resources. includes lessons on the role of hatcheries,
fish identification and biology, freshwater habitats and
conservation, technical angling technique, knot tying
and rod rigging, safety, and proper fish handling and
ethics. The highlight: Catch and release fishing for
trout at our on-site ponds! $100 per class
6. Hatchery Tours
(All ages) Your customized tour includes information
on the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC and the
role of hatcheries, as well as a tour of our facility and
live fish displays. All content is age-appropriate and
tailored to your specific learning objectives, so length
of time can vary.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK YOUR PROGRAM:
Phone: (1) 604-504-4716 E-mail: [email protected]