Homeschool Naturalists 2009-2010
The Homeschool Naturalist program is offered as a series of eight different two-hour long visits to the Ogden Nature Center. These programs will be offered once monthly from September to May (no program in December) the last Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each month.
Registration
Pre-registration is required. Please call 801-621-7595 to register for the Homeschool Naturalist program by Monday, September 7th. There are still openings for the program for the 2009-2010 year. Register your child to attend either the Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday group.
Cost and Payment
The fee for the Ogden Nature Center Homeschool Naturalist program is $38 per child for the 2009-10 school year. Please pay this fee by the date of your first visit. We also encourage all homeschool families to become members of the Ogden Nature Center.
Student Age
Students aged 5-12 may register for the program.
Siblings
Children who are not registered for the program should not be brought to class, including all siblings. Please make arrangements for other children on the dates of your visits.
Parents
You are welcome to attend any and all visits with your children and act as a chaperone. If you choose to attend, we would like to stress the importance of your active participation. Please be willing to help with all children, not just your own. We also ask that you turn off all cell phones and other distractions for the duration of the visit.
Weather
Our programs will be held even if weather is inclement. Please be sure your child is adequately prepared for weather conditions including rain, snow, sun, cold, and heat.
West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus has been reported in the Ogden Area this year. As your child will be outdoors for a large portion of the visit, we recommend that you protect him/her with insect repellent containing DEET. The Ogden Nature Center recently had a mosquito abatement treatment. The chance of contracting the disease or of displaying any symptoms is fairly low, but it's always best to take precautions.
Program times
All programs will begin at 12:30 p.m. and end at 2:30 p.m. Please be punctual, as your child may miss some vital information at the start if they are late, and may also cause a distraction for those who are on time. If you will not be attending a visit, be sure to pick your child up on time as well. Teachers often have other assignments right after your program and are not available to supervise children waiting for rides.
Expected Behavior
Please prepare your child by helping him or her to understand appropriate group learning behavior. Raising hands before shouting out questions or ideas, taking turns, staying with the group, and being respectful to class-mates and teachers will be essential for a productive learning experience. Students may also be asked to stand in lines.
Homeschool Naturalists 2009-2010 Schedule
Please call for dates and program topics.
All Programs will be held from 12:30-2:30 pm
