Exploring Nature
Grades Pre K - 12
Examines the properties and characteristics of plants, animals, and other natural objects with a focus on life stages. Also explores interactions between living things and their environment. April-November. | | Animal Homes and Habitats
Grades Pre K - 12
Studies the characteristics of various habitats including fields, wooded and aquatic areas, and how animals adapt to their preferred environments. April-November. |
Nature in Winter
Grades Pre K - 12
A look at how both plants and animals adapt to harsh winter conditions, involving the study of animal tracks in snow. Snowshoeing for 4th graders and older may be requested; contingent on snow conditions. December-March. | | Aquatic Adventures
Grades 3 - 12
Examines the properties and characteristics of plants and animals that live in water and how they interact within an aquatic ecosystem. May-October. |
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Mammals: Trails and Traces
Grades 3 - 12
Distinguish different animals by the paw-prints found in mud, dirt, or snow. Also discover how other traces of animals teach us about their behavior. September-June.
| | Times Beach Nature Preserve “Wetcology” Tour
Grades 4 - 8 only
Visit and learn about the wetland ecology of a newly accessible nature preserve located along the shores of Lake Erie! There are three ecosystems that support a variety of wildlife and vegetation. Students will apply scientific concepts to better understand this physical setting and living environment, learn how plants and animals depend on each other and their environment, and how man has impacted the development of this area. Available Tuesdays in May and June. |
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Tifft Self-Guided Discovery KitsYou and your students will discover nature's mysteries and urban local history as you venture through Tifft's trails using seld-guided Discovery Kits. We will provide the tools and themed activities to encourage student-directed inquiry. Trek at your own pace, stop and observe nature's spontaneity, and weave your teachings into our activites. Self-Guided Discovery Kit Fee: $3.00 per student
Limit: 30 students per session Reservations are required for Self-Guided Discovery Kits. Indoor space during inclement weather may be limited or not available.
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Seasonal Sensory Explorations
Grade Pre-K through Grade 2
Get the most from your visit to the Tifft Nature Preserve by using your eyes, ears, nose, and sense of touch to discover the natural world. This program encourages students to expand their understanding of nature through the use of all their senses. We'll provide you with a digital camera so you can capture the seasons' beauty and natural magic of Tifft Nature Preserve. | | Animal and Plant Adaptations
Grades 3-8
Students will learn how the plants and animals that inhabit the Tifft Nature Preserve adapt to their environment through behavior and evolution. Habitat Is Where It's At
Grades 3-8
Students will explore the different habitats of Tifft Nature Preserve including fields, woods, wetlands, lakes, and thickets. They will study how each unique environment is able to provide the basic needs for the creatures that live there. |
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Tifft Nature Preserve WorkshopsThese 2-3 hour in-depth science activities provide students with hands-on experiences and have both indoor and outdoor components. Engage your class in a unique, inquiry-based learning opportunity. Tuesday through Friday
Fee: $7.00 per person and additional adults
Limit: 45 students per session
Chaperones: one adult is required for every 10 children for all groups
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Animal Homes and Habitats
Grade Pre-K through Grade 5
Students will observe, handle, and examine real animal homes from the collections of the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve. Through these hands-on activities students will learn the important reasons for animals to build homes. A Tifft facilitator will take students outdoors to sense and learn about the animals and their homes and see them in their place in nature. Using natural and recycled materials, students will construct a replica of an animal home.
Available April - November. | | Snow Science
Grade Pre-K through Grade 9
Students will learn about snow and weather as well as plant and animal adaptations. Students will use weather monitoring instruments, work with animal bio-facts, and discover animal survival adaptations on an outdoor hike. Snowshoeing may be included for grades 4-9, weather permitting.
Available December-February |
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Aquatic Ecology
Grades 3-12
Students will look at the characteristics of water plants and animals and will also examine and test properties of the water itself. Students can have the opportunity to learn about fishing techniques and actually go fishing for an additional $2 per student. This informative program is great for older students who are interested in an extensive study of the waters of the Great Lakes region. Available May-October. | | Iroquois Native Americans
Grades 3-12
Students will explore the history and daily lives of the Iroquois. This workshop includes an interpretive walk through the Tifft Nature Preserve and interactive lessons on the domestic responsibilities, inventive tools, and survival of these Native Americans. Available October-February. |
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NEW! Impact E.A.R.T.H
Grades 5-12
Discover the effects on the Environment of Alternative energies, natural Resources, Technology, and the profound impact of Human activities on the EARTH. In this workshop, students will explore ways people can lighten their burden on the planet. Students will learn possible solutions to current environmental problems while examining products, energy use, technologies, and conservation practices. Available November-April. | | |
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Tifft Nature Preserve Teacher WorkshopsWorkshops highlight current teaching methodology and emphasizes local natural history. Other staff development workshops ranging from 3 hours to all-day can be held at Tifft or your site/school. |
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Project WET: Water Education for Teachers
Teachers and youth leaders are invited to attend a hands-on, 6-hour workshop filled with educational and fun activities for your students in grades K-12. The workshop is designed to help support the NYS MST Standards. The activity-based workshop covers the water cycle, water molecules, watersheds, groundwater, historical importance of water and water pollution. It is sponsored nationally by the WATERCOURSE, and in New York State by the Department of Environmental Conservation. Fee includes a 500-page curriculum and activities guide, refreshments and lunch. Workshop limited to 25 participants.
| | Project WILD
Basic WILD focuses on wildlife and the environment. This hands-on workshop offers activities that supplement classroom curricula and help support the NYS MST Standards using hands-on, investigative activities. A free activity guide and supplemental handouts are provided. Aquatic Project WILD
Aquatic WILD focuses on wildlife in fresh and salt water ecosystems.
This hands-on workshop offers multi-curricular activities and helps to support the NYS MST standards. A free activity guide and supplemental handouts are provided.
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For more information or to make reservations call Robin Mancuso 716.896.5200 x338 or email rmancuso@sciencebuff.org |
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