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By Kalsa Parker- Browning, Education Director- Gahagan Nature Preserve
ROSCOMMON– This spring, bring your students to the Gahagan Nature Preserve for an unforgettable outdoor learning experience. Our environmental education field trips for grades K–7 are designed to spark curiosity, inspire exploration, and deepen understanding of the natural world.
Each program aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and can be customized to your classroom’s needs—perfect for both elementary and middle school students. Whether your focus is pond ecosystems, plant and animal adaptations, seasonal changes, food webs, or watershed science, our naturalists tailor each visit to grade-level objectives and teacher requests.
At Gahagan, students don’t just learn about nature, they experience it. Through hands-on, sensory-rich exploration, your class will engage in critical thinking, teamwork, and observation in ways that indoor classrooms simply can’t offer. In an age of screens and technology, these outdoor adventures nurture not only knowledge but also social, physical, and emotional well-being.
Field trips are available throughout the spring and can also be scheduled during the summer for year-round and summer school programs. 90-minute programs can be booked at a flat rate of $75 per classroom.
Ready to inspire your students? Contact us at info@gahagannature.org to book your field trip today! The Gahagan Nature Preserve is located at 585 Southline Rd, Roscommon.
