C.A.
Vines Arkansas 4-H Center Programs
RES-Q -
Environmental Education Classes
Adventure Games
Adventure Games, unlike traditional games, are more than just fun.
Cooperation, trust, and initiative activities will enhance a group's
cohesiveness and ability to work together. The activities promote
problem-solving skills as well as strengthen communication skills in a
group. Emphasis is placed on enjoyable interactions between students
in a non-competitive, non-threatening, physically active way.
Archery
The lifetime sport of archery "…is one of the
few physical activities that actually teaches success. Regardless of
physical ability, previous experience, social skills, etc….archery
has proven time and time again its ability to break down barriers
and improve self esteem…" (National Archery in the Schools Program)
Students will learn proper safety rules, methods of firing, and
Olympic commands. Each will then participate in a shooting
experience.
Astronomy
Explore the nighttime sky in a unique teaching laboratory.
Discover how ancient travelers used the stars to guide them to their
destinations. A portable interactive planetarium and the dark night
skies at the 4-H Center will provide an ideal environment for
minds-on, hands-on learning about the stars above.
Canoeing
Canoeing is offered on our six-acre lake as an exploration of a
non-competitive recreational activity. Problem solving, working
together and communication, as well as learning a lifetime
recreational skill, are the main objectives of the canoeing class.
Basic water safety is taught before students go onto the lake.
Instructors will explain the parts of the canoe and paddles,
demonstrate strokes, and give examples of movement techniques.
Emphasis is given to the importance of safety around a body of water.
Students are required to have parental/guardian permission and will
wear a personal flotation device at all times. (See
the Health and Activity form for permission.)
Create
a Creature (Indoor or rain day activity)
This class brings out creative skills, imagination, and analysis as
well as allowing students to work together. Students are introduced to
the concepts of animal habitats and adaptations; they will then apply
those concepts as they determine how and where the creature will live
and survive in the real world. Small groups of students will create
their own special creatures with natural and recycled materials.
Discovery
Hike
Explore one of the 4-H Center’s many
trails, such as the Southern Ridge Nature Trail or the Deer Meadow
Trail for a special look into the natural world of Arkansas. Students
will have the opportunity to discover the special animals and their
signs, plants, communities and geologic features of the 4-H Center.
The hike can be geared towards a specific subject or a general ecology
focus.
Fitness Challenge
Using the "My Pyramid" model, students will play games to
introduce and reinforce good exercise and eating habits.
Forest Ecology
This class blends sensory experiences and hands-on activities to
convey appreciation and awareness of the forest as a community of
living things. The class identifies trees and discovers unique
characteristics of each. Students also investigate different parts of
the forest ecosystem.
Hooked on Fishing
Students will learn how to identify fish in
our, cast a cane pole and be safe while fishing. They will learn how fish survive by utilizing their special
adaptations. All will have the chance to test their fishing skills as
well as their patience from the banks of the 4-H Center’s six-acre
lake.
Journaling
Using nature study as the inspiration for creative writing is
basis for this class. Your students will incorporate hearing, touch,
smell and sight into their journaling. Sketching and writing will be
introduced.
Nature Awareness
Our senses play an important part in recognizing and appreciating
the natural world around us. Students will use their senses of smell,
hearing, touch, and vision to heighten their awareness of the
environment and understand their role in taking care of it. This
allows them to see the interdependence of all things.
Nature Photography
Photography is fun and helps
kids look more carefully at the world around them. Your students
will be introduced to the use of digital photography with the use of
our Nikon Cool Pix cameras. They will practice techniques such as
backgrounds, zoom, composition and use of angles.
Orienteering
The orienteering class will engage students in a fun outdoor activity which involves learning new compass skills while making practical application of their math skills. Students will use a compass to navigate cooperatively in teams through a given course.
Wall Climbing
Students will have the opportunity to challenge themselves on an
indoor climbing wall. Students learn about basic rock climbing skills
and equipment. The Leadership Life Skills will be incorporated
through individual and team activities. Students discover how
climbing walls relate to the challenges young people have to face in
their every day lives.
Safety is stressed and permission is required from parents
before students will be allowed to participate. Slick or baggy shorts
or pants and sandals are not recommended for this activity. All
participants will wear the required climbing seat harnesses and
helmets. (See
the Health and Activity form for permission.)
Water
Ecology
The Water Ecology class explores how the water cycle affects lakes,
springs, and streams, as well as the relationships between plants,
animals, macro invertebrates, people and physical features of a body
of water. Students will use skills such as prediction, observation,
and classification. This class increases awareness of the role of
water ecosystems in our world.
Wildlife
Wildlife explores the diverse indigenous animals that inhabit
Arkansas' forests, fields and cities. As stewards and caretakers of
the earth, students realize the important role and responsibilities
they have toward the environment. Ecosystems and habitats are heavily
emphasized in this class.
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