By: Hannah Park, Interpretive Ranger at Bear Brook State Park The week of exploration has commenced for the Interpretive Rangers! I have the pleasure of wandering around Bear Brook State Park. To my surprise, wildflowers are popping up everywhere to greet me! Take a moment to appreciate some of these beautiful blossoms with me and learn […]
Author: Discover Power of Parks SCA Interpreters
Discover the Power of Parks is presented by New Hampshire State Parks in collaboration with the Student Conservation Association and AmeriCorps and made possible by generous financial support from Eversource. The program offers a look into the natural world through hands-on programming.
Interpretive programs focus on connecting participants with nature and building appreciation for New Hampshire's unmatched natural heritage. Programs include guided hikes, interpretive tours, and imaginative environmental workshops for children and families. Programs are offered free to guests with paid park admission fee. No pre-registration is required.
Nature Programs Starting in June!
Interpretive Rangers from the Student Conservation Association will be offering nature programs in various NH State Park locations starting on June 21, 2017 (& continuing through Labor Day)! Our Discover Power of Parks Programs focus on connecting participants with nature and building appreciation for New Hampshire’s unmatched natural and cultural heritage. Programs will include activities […]
The Trails of Bear Brook are Waiting to be Walked on!
When hiking on the trails of Bear Brook State Park you will hear the crunch of leaves rather than the crunch of snow. Spring has finally popped out of the ground creating a different atmosphere just waiting to be discovered. Bear Brook State Park is home to a variety of trails for the curious outdoor […]
The Next Generation of Earth Stewards!
Well it is that time of year again! When the fourth graders of New Hampshire change the world by completing their Earth Stewardship Training! They have been through ten weeks of rigorous lessons about the connections of the natural world. Some were valiant, others not so much. In the end the SCAers determination and witty […]
Habitation Nation
What could you not live without in your own home? Today’s average fourth grader would say WiFi! The SCAers would not be able to live without a wood stove in their cabins! Everyone and everything has different needs for their own habitat or home. This week we focused on habitats of native animals to New […]
Furbearer Beware!
Does anyone know what a furbearer is? Yeah I had that look on my face to when I was asked that question for the first time. A furbearer is not a type of bear but an animal that bears fur. The SCAers main goal of this lesson was for students to understand that furbearers are […]
The Big Idea
Let’s take a few steps back to the very beginning. You are probably wondering the basis of the SCA’s environmental education model used to inspire the next generation of Earth Stewards. (That’s right we really want these students to learn!) I am going to fill you in on our little secret, hint hint, it all […]
Decomp Romp
The SCAers like to take advantage of bringing the natural world into the classroom. That is exactly what we did this week with our slimy friends. But before I introduce you to our friends you have to learn about them just like the fourth graders. This week was all about what’s going on with a […]
Water We Doing?
Did you know that the glass of water that you drank today is likely the same water that a dinosaur drank a long time ago! Yeah we thought fourth graders would think that statement was really cool, just like we think we are really cool! Today in class we thought it would be interesting to […]
Nurturing Earth Stewards
Has the smell of wood smoke suddenly filled the air? Did you see the flash of a blue shirt? Do you hear the sound of nature prevailing?! It is that time of year again when the SCAers come out of hiding from Bear Brook State Park to educate the students in the Manchester, Allenstown and […]