"Exploring Houston's Backyard" Field Trip

Last week, my students attended an AMAZING field trip. We went hiking in W.G. Jones State Park in Conroe, Texas.  The students hiked through the forest and stopped at three stations along the way.  The stations focused on Water, Wood, and Wildlife.  The students tested the Ph and oxygen levels of water samples from the creek, touched baby alligators and a snake, and learned how foresters find the age of a tree without cutting it down. It was very hot and humid in the forest, but we had a good time and it was an awesome experience for my students.  I have included pictures of our day hiking.

Sweetleaf Nature Trail

Students hiking!

Students testing water samples from a nearby creek.

Students were able to touch baby alligators and snakes.  They loved this part!

I have more pictures that I will add to this post later.  If your school is in or around Houston, I would definitely suggest looking into this field trip (Exploring Houston's Backyard).  We had a great time despite our exhaustion afterwards.