NATURE’S RECIPE
K-5 Field Trip
What INGREDIENTS Make a Good ecosystem?
Come explore at Thorne’s signature 2nd-grade field trip, now adaptable for grades K through 5 and hosted at our new home—the Lafayette Nature Center! This immersive experience invites students into the heart of Colorado’s natural landscapes to discover what makes a habitat healthy for plants, animals, and people alike.
Program Details
Students rotate through four to five interactive stations in small groups of 10–15, using field guides and their observation skills to investigate the unique features of local riparian and grassland ecosystems.
Through scientific inquiry, data collection, and real-world exploration, students examine biodiversity and consider the impact of humans on the environment.
Aligned with Colorado Academic Standards, this program:
Deepens observation skills
Builds confidence in outdoor learning
Fosters a sense of place
For the cost of $15*/per child, students leave with a stronger connection to nature and a growing sense of environmental stewardship.
*transportation not included
For more information about the Program and Financial Assistance*
Contact Natalie Becker, Director of Education Programs
at 303.499.3647 x103 or via email at natalie@thornenature.org
Lafayette Nature Center:
300 Old Laramie Trail E, Lafayette, CO 80026
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Trip Today!
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FIELD TRIP RESOURCES
Get the most out of our Nature’s Recipe field trip program with these helpful resources.