 | | L. Morris, Co-op Member | | This is by far the best place for a field trip in any area of science, history, agriculture, architecture, bird viewing and nature walks in the valley. There is SO much to do. I've been a member for two years and visiting consistently for three years and we STILL haven't seen/done all they have to offer. The real gems are their library and nature exchange buildings. It's a WEALTH of resources and interactive exhibits. What's especially neat is the exchange program which allows children to collect samples of anything in nature (no live specimens or bird feathers), provide an explanation of what they've collected, and they receive points to exchange for other items the preserve has in their collection. At one point, my daughter collected over 350 points for rattlesnake skin and perilite (fool's gold)after trading painted lady butterflies, a stink bug, cicada, pinecones and mesquite pods! Furthermore, through the Education Dept. they provide "self-guided" field trips for homeschoolers free of charge. So, if you have a representative of your homeschool group take a 2 hour class which gives you an overview of their policies and procedures, you may bring your group to the Preserve free of charge with advance reservation. Things book up quickly though because of Clark County schools; however, generally after August, they open their calendar to homeschoolers who wish to participate as well. |
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| | Gwen B., Co-op Member | | I first took my kids to the Springs Preserve when they were 3 and 5. It is amazing that such a huge, natural place exists in Las Vegas. There are TONS of things for kids to see and do, including a zoo, museum, learning about nutrition, digging fossils, nature exploration, etc. It is also great that they have special programs rotating through every month. I highly recommend this field trip! |
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