Education

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Everglades National Park

A Remarkable Classroom

Since 1971, we have partnered with teachers to provide curriculum-based, hands-on education experiences in the park.

Use the links below to plan a field trip and bring the Everglades into your classroom.

 

Everglades Education Programs and Resources

Additional resources for connecting kids and students with the Everglades

Register your class for Day, Overnight, Virtual field trips, and more! Looking to learn more about what education programs are offered and register?

 Learn more by visiting our field trip page.

 

Incorporate the Everglades into your lesson planning! In partnership with teachers, we are proud to offer multidisciplinary, curriculum-based activities that bring relevant lessons from the field into the classroom.
 
Find materials that can be used as pre-site lessons for any in-park field trip here.

Find information regarding our education programs professional development opportunities, including teacher workshops and Teacher-Ranger-Teacher programs. 

Learn more here. 

Join park staff and volunteers to learn about habitats, animals, park science, rangers, and more. The Everglades Mountains and Valleys series is a great introduction to the Everglades ecosystem. 

Find Science and Learning Videos here.

Visit the South Florida Natural Resources Center page to learn more about current research and restoration projects in the Everglades.

Find Current Research here. 

Looking for kid-friendly activity materials or information on becoming a Junior Ranger? Check out this section for some park fun!

Find Kids and Youth Materials here. 

 

More Educational Opportunities

Last updated: July 6, 2023

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Mailing Address:

40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, FL 33034-6733

Phone:

305 242-7700

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