School Groups
Field Trips for Students
The TREE (Totally Rad Environmental Education) Program at Camp Canaan invites students in Kindergarten through 7th grade to come to The Island for an enriching day of hands-on learning. Choose from popular environmental education topics, or work with our team to create a fun field trip experience that directly aligns with grade-level standards.
Duration: 3+ hours
Age: Grades K-7
Chaperone ratio: 1:12
Season: Year round
TREE Program
Totally Rad Environmental Education Program
Through our TREE Program, we strive to ignite a deep and lasting commitment to environmental stewardship by empowering individuals of all ages and backgrounds with the knowledge, skills, and passion necessary to become informed and responsible stewards of God’s Creation.
Field Trips at Camp Canaan
Curricular Connections
TREE programming is designed to cultivate critical thinking by teaching curricular connections that foster opportunities for experiential learning. Tell us what your classes are working on, and we can either deliver one of our grade-level appropriate programs or co-design the perfect field trip experience just for your students.
We cater to groups of all sizes – there’s no minimum or maximum required to book a field trip at Camp Canaan!
Popular Field Trip Topics
Science Exploration
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Ecosystems and habitats
Identify plant and animal species and their roles within the environment
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Water cycle
Witness the importance of clean water sources right on the Catawba River.
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Conservation and biodiversity
Explore the role biodiversity plays in maintaining a healthy environment.
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Weather and climate
Study the impact of weather on ecosystems; discuss weather vs. climate.
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Wildlife Interactions
Discover how various species communicate, compete, and cooperate.
Add-Ons
Maximize Your Island Time
Interweave adventure into your field trip! Many school groups come to The Island for education as well as group development. Adventure activities get participants out of their comfort zone and into a growth mindset. These activities seamlessly flow with the TREE Program! Have questions? Get in touch!
Overnight Retreats
Immersive Learning Experience
Our overnight field trips are far and away from a rustic camp experience. Our climate-controlled cabins are modern, feature indoor bathrooms, and have dedicated gathering spaces. Retreat groups have full island access, use of our well-appointed Multi-Purpose building, and can self-cater or use our catering service. Students and chaperones will give this educational getaway a gold star!
