2018 Programs Bring your class to our outdoor

classroom! Guided school programs are

offered spring and fall in Great Blue

Heron Provincial Park.

Booking:

Accepted year-round on a first come first served basis.

Complete the attached booking form or phone

(306) 953-3571. Book early, as limited dates are available.

Cost:

$1/student per program, park entry is FREE. No charge for

teachers and chaperones.

Program Dates:

Monday to Friday, mid-May to June 28, mid-Aug to Sept 30.

Additional program dates and times may be

accommodated.

Park Quick Facts:

Located 45 minutes (70 km) N of Prince Albert, or 10 km from Christopher Lake.

Amenities are located at Emma and Anglin lakes.

More than 20 km of scenic hiking trails.

Murray Point, Emma Lake, offers a large picnic area with covered shelter and firepit. A wheelchair accessible trail is located in the campground.

Anglin Lake is a shallow, sheltered chain of lakes, great for canoeing. Group camping areas have docks and easy access to lake.

Anderson Point, Anglin Lake, is home to the historic

Anderson trapper’s cabin.

In the Area:

Close proximity to mini-golf at Sunnyside.

Beach store with ice cream!

Education Programs Great Blue Heron Provincial Park

Programs

Critter Dipping

PreK – K (45 minutes to 1 hour)

Discover underwater life in the lake by catching critters

and taking a close-up look at the creepy, cool and

sometimes slimy water bugs. Rubber boots required,

spare socks recommended.

Lake Discovery

Gr 1-3 (1 hour)

Explore the lake. Discover the plants and animals that

live above and below the water’s surface. Slip on your

rubber boots and discover the amazing adaptations of

dragonflies, leeches and loons. Rubber boots required.

Gr 4-7 (1 hour)

Discover the diversity of life in the lake. Complete a

hands-on study of aquatic organisms and shoreline

plants to better understand the interrelationships that

exist within the lake ecosystem. Rubber boots required.

Curriculum Connections: Critter Dipping, Lake Discovery

Kindergarten LTK.1, NSK.1

Grade 1 LT1.1, LT1.2, DS1.2

Grade 2 AN2.1, AW2.1, AW2.2

Grade 3 PL3.2

Grade 4 HC4.1, HC4.2, HC4.3

Grade 5 RW5.1

Grade 6 DL6.3

Grade 7 IE7.2

Celebration of Plants

Gr 3 (1 hour)

Play plant bingo along the trail. Students learn to identify

plant species and how humans have used these plants

for generations.

Curriculum Connections:

Grade 3 PL3.1, PL3.2, ES3.1, ES3.2, DR1.3

Curriculum Connections: Camouflage, Boreal Forest Discovery

Grade 3 PL3.1, PL3.2, ES3.1, ES3.2, DR1.3

Camouflage

PreK – K (45 minutes to 1 hour)

Who’s hiding in the forest? Bugs, animals and birds blend in with their surroundings making them hard to spot. Explore the forest using all your senses and watch for the clues that animals leave behind.

Boreal Forest Discovery

Gr 1-6 (1 hour)

Jump like a fox and hide like a hare. Discover the animals

that are well adapted to life in the boreal forest. Learn about

adaptations through games and activities.

Curriculum Connections: Camouflage, Boreal Forest

Discovery

Kindergarten LTK.1, NSK.1

Grade 1 LT1.1, LT1.2, DS1.2

Grade 2 AN2.1, AW2.3

Grade 4 HC4.1, HC4.2

Grade 6 DL6.3

Discover Geocaching

Gr 5-8 (1 hour)

Geocaching is a fun, high-tech scavenger hunt using a

GPS. Learn to navigate and find hidden caches filled with

clues, questions and treasure. GPS units provided.

Compass 101

Gr 5-8 (1 hour)

Learn to use a compass, take a bearing, follow a bearing

and complete a short course. Compasses provided.

Curriculum Connections: Discover Geocaching,

Compass 101

Grade 5 PE5.7

Grade 6 PE6.10

Grade 7 PE7.9

Grade 8 PE8.8

Anglin Trails Guided Hike

Various grades (1-2 hours)

Interpreters are available to provide guided hikes on the Anglin Lake trails. Contact staff to discuss specific learning outcomes.

Guided hikes focus on natural and cultural history of the park. Topics include: history of Anglin Lake; how the lake was formed; trapping and forestry history of the area; importance of lake for loon populations; plant identification; animal track and scat identification; bird identification; and the boreal forest ecosystem.

Anderson Cabin Tour

Various grades (1 hour)

Tour the site of the historic Anderson cabin. Learn about the life of a trapper.

Self-Use Kits

Book a self-use kit for your field trip. Kits are free to

borrow. Contact park staff to discuss availability.

Compass 101

Discovery pack includes everything you will need to

complete the compass activity at Murray Point, Emma

Lake. Kit includes 15 compasses, instruction sheets,

directions for completing the compass course.

Take a Hike

Explore the Anglin Lake trails with your group. Pack

includes trail maps, binoculars, magnifying glasses,

activities and references guides (tracks, plants and insects).

Activities include: Plant bingo, paint chip match, nature art,

match the scat, tree quest.

Lake Discovery

Discover the critters that call the lake home. Pack includes

binoculars, magnifying glasses, observation containers and

dip nets. Activities include: Lake bingo, identification

cards, identification cards.

Know Before You Go

Be Prepared for the Weather:

Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, warm and water proof

clothing. Take note, if rubber boots are required for your

program.

Teachers and Chaperones:

Are required to participate in all programs.

Cell Coverage:

There is good cell service at Emma Lake and intermittent

service at Anglin Lake.

Cancellations:

Programs are not usually cancelled due to weather

unless requested by the school or in extreme/unsafe

situations.

Campfires:

Are allowed in the park. Please bring matches, paper,

roasting sticks and axe. Wood is provided on-site. Please

discuss campfire needs during your booking. In the case

of a fire ban, campfires are prohibited.

Running Water:

May not be available at your program location. Plan

ahead and bring bottled water and hand sanitizer.

Safety:

In case of medical or other emergencies, all groups must

maintain their own transportation while visiting the park.

In the Classroom:

Discuss with students ways that they can reduce their

impact – reduce packaging on food items, recycle

materials and respect the natural environment during

your visit.

Further Information:

Learn more about Great Blue Heron Provincial Park at www.saskparks.com.

Booking Information

Program Times:

To be discussed during the booking. Usual start times are 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Bus departure time is usually 2:00 p.m.

Group Size:

Each program can accommodate 25-30 students. For larger groups, contact the park staff to discuss program options.

Payment:

Cash, cheque or credit card payment is accepted. Payment is due on the day of the program. A receipt will be issued. We cannot invoice for services at a later date.

Group Camping:

Group sites are available by contacting the park, (306) 982-6250. Cost is $12 non-refundable reservation fee, plus $1/person per night. This special rate only applies to school and youth groups during May/June and September/October.

Great Blue Heron Provincial Park

Education Program Booking Form

You will receive a response within 2-3 business days. Bookings will be finalized in May, once Park Interpreters are hired. Group camping must be booked separately, by contacting the park office at (306) 982-6250

Today’s Date: __________________________________________

School Name: __________________________________________ Phone: _____________________ Mailing address: ______________________________________________________________________________ Email address: _________________________________________ Fax: _______________________ Contact person: _________________________ Cell phone: _______________________________________ Name(s) of other teachers who will be attending trip (if different than above): _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Grade(s): _____________ # of students: ____________ # of chaperones: ________ Is your group camping overnight? Y N Preferred Program Date: 1

st Choice: ___________ 2

nd Choice: ___________ 3

rd Choice: _____________

Planned Arrival Time: ______________ Planned Departure Time: _________________

Select desired program(s):

Critter Dipping (PreK-K) Camouflage Hike (PreK-K) Lake Discovery (Gr1-3) Lake Field Study (Gr4-7) Boreal Forest Discovery (Gr1-6) Celebration of Plants (Gr 3) Discover Geocaching (Gr 5-8) Compass 101 (Gr 5-8) Anglin Trails Guided Hike Anderson Cabin Tour Self-Use Kit (please list) _______________________________________

Please list any other curriculum-based themes or inquiry-based learning questions that would help interpretive staff tailor the program to your group.

Are there any special considerations that your interpreter should be aware of? (ie) mobility issues, special needs, allergies, etc. Y N In most cases, programs can be adapted to better suit your group. Please discuss any special needs with a Park Interpreter ahead of time. Return completed form to: Sonnet McGuire Email: sonnet.mcguire@gov.sk.ca Fax:306-953-2502