Chenango schools offered 'Trout in the Classroom'
NORWICH – With trout season less than a month away, the Chenango Valley chapter of Trout Unlimited is hoping to find schools interested in its “Trout in the Classroom” program for the 2011-2012 school year.
The environmental education program provides students an opportunity to engage in stream habitat studies, learn to appreciate the county’s water sources, build a conservation ethic and grow to understand local ecosystems – all while raising trout right in the classroom – said local Trout Unlimited President Gary Sweet.
According to Sweet, however, there is much more to the program than just raising the fish and learning about water quality.
“It’s all-encompassing,” said Sweet. “It includes math and science skills, graphing and keeping daily journal entries, all depending on the children’s level of education.”
In other words, said Sweet, teachers can design the program to suit their individual classrooms needs.
Throughout the school year, students raise brown and brook trout right from the egg in special, cold-water tanks, eventually releasing them into area streams and lakes once they’ve matured. The entire process enables students to take a more conservation-minded approach to local ecosystems, and provides teachers an opportunity to reinforce the importance of the local environment, said Sweet.
In the long run, the local chapter of Trout Unlimited is looking to provide equipment for multiple schools up and down the Route 12 corridor, which is why the fundraising process is so important at this point, said Chenango Valley Trout Unlimited Treasurer Sam Scafidi. Cost for the program – and the equipment it requires – is estimated at $1,400 per school, he added.
Scafidi said he hopes educators will be excited to get involved in the program, which has received excellent reviews from parents and students alike across the nation.
“No donation is too small and all are appreciated,” stated Scafidi. “We’re seeking donations from any and all sources, including individuals, businesses and other organizations.”
In addition, Chenango Valley Trout Unlimited is currently seeking new members and will hold a two-day fly fishing class, from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday in room 229 at the Sherburne Middle School. Cost for the class is $45 for adults and $25 for senior citizens and students, and includes a one-year membership with Trout Unlimited.
For more information contact Sweet at 647-5598 or Scafidi at 334-3197. For information online, visit www.troutintheclassroom.org.
The environmental education program provides students an opportunity to engage in stream habitat studies, learn to appreciate the county’s water sources, build a conservation ethic and grow to understand local ecosystems – all while raising trout right in the classroom – said local Trout Unlimited President Gary Sweet.
According to Sweet, however, there is much more to the program than just raising the fish and learning about water quality.
“It’s all-encompassing,” said Sweet. “It includes math and science skills, graphing and keeping daily journal entries, all depending on the children’s level of education.”
In other words, said Sweet, teachers can design the program to suit their individual classrooms needs.
Throughout the school year, students raise brown and brook trout right from the egg in special, cold-water tanks, eventually releasing them into area streams and lakes once they’ve matured. The entire process enables students to take a more conservation-minded approach to local ecosystems, and provides teachers an opportunity to reinforce the importance of the local environment, said Sweet.
In the long run, the local chapter of Trout Unlimited is looking to provide equipment for multiple schools up and down the Route 12 corridor, which is why the fundraising process is so important at this point, said Chenango Valley Trout Unlimited Treasurer Sam Scafidi. Cost for the program – and the equipment it requires – is estimated at $1,400 per school, he added.
Scafidi said he hopes educators will be excited to get involved in the program, which has received excellent reviews from parents and students alike across the nation.
“No donation is too small and all are appreciated,” stated Scafidi. “We’re seeking donations from any and all sources, including individuals, businesses and other organizations.”
In addition, Chenango Valley Trout Unlimited is currently seeking new members and will hold a two-day fly fishing class, from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday in room 229 at the Sherburne Middle School. Cost for the class is $45 for adults and $25 for senior citizens and students, and includes a one-year membership with Trout Unlimited.
For more information contact Sweet at 647-5598 or Scafidi at 334-3197. For information online, visit www.troutintheclassroom.org.
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