The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Show will be held at the
Von Braun Center in the South Hall on October 9 - 11, 2009.
There will be minerals, crystals, fossils, and jewelry.
The Show will be open on Friday and Saturday from 10 to 6, and on Sunday from 12-5.
Donations of $2.00 are requested at the door (Children under 5 are free).
Friday, October 9, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009
Free Museum Day this Saturday!!!
Free Museum Day this Saturday!!!
These are the participating museums in Huntsville:
Veteran's Memorial Museum
Space and Rocket Center
Sci-Quest
Early Works
On Saturday, September 26th, more than 800 participating U.S. museums celebrate Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day by opening their doors with FREE admission.
Museum locations will give free entry to those who download and print the admission card.
These are the participating museums in Huntsville:
Veteran's Memorial Museum
Space and Rocket Center
Sci-Quest
Early Works
On Saturday, September 26th, more than 800 participating U.S. museums celebrate Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day by opening their doors with FREE admission.
Museum locations will give free entry to those who download and print the admission card
Monday, August 17, 2009
Home School Day at the TN Aquarium
HOME SCHOOL DAY at the TN Aquarium in Chattanooga
(remember they are on Eastern time)
Our Home School Day this fall will be on Monday, September 28, 2009. Mark your calendars. We are offering great discounts for admission to the Tennessee Aquarium, the IMAX Theater, and the gift shops in each facility (See special rates below). Free animal programs will be offered in the auditorium from 11 am to 3 pm and special behind-the-scenes tours will be offered just for that day. So don’t miss this special day of fellowship with other home school students and their families.
Prices:
HS Students (on HS Day only) pay:
$6.50 Aquarium
$5.00 IMAX
$10.25 Combination Aquarium and IMAX
HOURS
The Aquarium ticketing center opens at 9:30 a.m. daily (Eastern Time); first admittance to the Aquarium is at 10 a.m. with last admittance at 6 p.m. The Aquarium closes at 8 p.m.
HOME SCHOOL DAY Q&A
1. Do I need to make a reservation to attend?
No. Simply tell our admissions staff that you are a home school family when you purchase your ticket on the day of the event to receive the discounted rate.
2. My entire home school group would like to attend together. Do we have to make a reservation?
Groups of ten or more students have two choices for home school day: making a group reservation or asking each family to pay separately upon arrival. If you choose to pay separately, there is no need to worry about calling ahead to make a reservation or to collect money in advance. If you choose to make a group reservation, one person will represent the entire group and pay for everyone upon arrival. Your group representative will also be responsible for calling at least one week prior to the event to make the reservation, including the number of students expected to attend. When making an advance reservation only, one adult chaperone for every ten students will be given free admission.
3. Do I need proof of home schooling?
No. Just tell the admissions staff you are a home school family and we’ll take your word for it.
4. Can students tour the Aquarium alone?
As with any other education group, we do require that students be supervised by an adult during the duration of your visit.
5. What education activities will be offered that day?
A detailed schedule of events will be available online soon as well as the day of the event. Feeding dives, behind-the-scenes tours, live animal encounters and other education programs will be offered throughout the day. Educational activities will be available for you to complete with your child.
6. Are there any education materials available to prepare my child for our visit or to complete as we explore the Aquarium?
Yes! Check out our AquaGuide, AquaQuests, Scavenger Hunts and more on our Downloadable Activities page.
7. Where do we go for lunch?
No food or drinks are allowed in the Aquarium; however picnic tables are located just outside the Aquarium for your convenience. Coolidge Park is a local favorite – just a quick walk or drive across the river, this park has plenty of green space for picnics. If you’d like to purchase your lunch, a concession stand is located on the Aquarium plaza. Many restaurants are within walking distance.
8. I can’t attend on the date you have planned. Will you hold another home school day?
We currently offer two home school days per year – one in September and another in January. Specific dates will be posted as they are planned.
for more information about the home school program e-mail brm@tnaqua.org
HS Parents (on HS Day only) pay:
$19.95 Aquarium
$ 7.75 IMAX
$23.95 Combination Aquarium and IMAX
Home school students and parents will receive a 10% discount at the Aquarium Gift Shops. Members of the Aquarium who are home school students or parents can receive a 20% discount on this day only. Tickets for a guided behind-the-scenes tour will be available for $5.00 on this special day and must be purchased at the ticket office when you purchase your tickets for the Aquarium or IMAX. (These discounts are only offered during our home school day.)
(remember they are on Eastern time)
Our Home School Day this fall will be on Monday, September 28, 2009. Mark your calendars. We are offering great discounts for admission to the Tennessee Aquarium, the IMAX Theater, and the gift shops in each facility (See special rates below). Free animal programs will be offered in the auditorium from 11 am to 3 pm and special behind-the-scenes tours will be offered just for that day. So don’t miss this special day of fellowship with other home school students and their families.
Prices:
HS Students (on HS Day only) pay:
$6.50 Aquarium
$5.00 IMAX
$10.25 Combination Aquarium and IMAX
HOURS
The Aquarium ticketing center opens at 9:30 a.m. daily (Eastern Time); first admittance to the Aquarium is at 10 a.m. with last admittance at 6 p.m. The Aquarium closes at 8 p.m.
HOME SCHOOL DAY Q&A
1. Do I need to make a reservation to attend?
No. Simply tell our admissions staff that you are a home school family when you purchase your ticket on the day of the event to receive the discounted rate.
2. My entire home school group would like to attend together. Do we have to make a reservation?
Groups of ten or more students have two choices for home school day: making a group reservation or asking each family to pay separately upon arrival. If you choose to pay separately, there is no need to worry about calling ahead to make a reservation or to collect money in advance. If you choose to make a group reservation, one person will represent the entire group and pay for everyone upon arrival. Your group representative will also be responsible for calling at least one week prior to the event to make the reservation, including the number of students expected to attend. When making an advance reservation only, one adult chaperone for every ten students will be given free admission.
3. Do I need proof of home schooling?
No. Just tell the admissions staff you are a home school family and we’ll take your word for it.
4. Can students tour the Aquarium alone?
As with any other education group, we do require that students be supervised by an adult during the duration of your visit.
5. What education activities will be offered that day?
A detailed schedule of events will be available online soon as well as the day of the event. Feeding dives, behind-the-scenes tours, live animal encounters and other education programs will be offered throughout the day. Educational activities will be available for you to complete with your child.
6. Are there any education materials available to prepare my child for our visit or to complete as we explore the Aquarium?
Yes! Check out our AquaGuide, AquaQuests, Scavenger Hunts and more on our Downloadable Activities page.
7. Where do we go for lunch?
No food or drinks are allowed in the Aquarium; however picnic tables are located just outside the Aquarium for your convenience. Coolidge Park is a local favorite – just a quick walk or drive across the river, this park has plenty of green space for picnics. If you’d like to purchase your lunch, a concession stand is located on the Aquarium plaza. Many restaurants are within walking distance.
8. I can’t attend on the date you have planned. Will you hold another home school day?
We currently offer two home school days per year – one in September and another in January. Specific dates will be posted as they are planned.
for more information about the home school program e-mail brm@tnaqua.org
HS Parents (on HS Day only) pay:
$19.95 Aquarium
$ 7.75 IMAX
$23.95 Combination Aquarium and IMAX
Home school students and parents will receive a 10% discount at the Aquarium Gift Shops. Members of the Aquarium who are home school students or parents can receive a 20% discount on this day only. Tickets for a guided behind-the-scenes tour will be available for $5.00 on this special day and must be purchased at the ticket office when you purchase your tickets for the Aquarium or IMAX. (These discounts are only offered during our home school day.)
Thursday, July 23, 2009
March Through Time -- July 25
This Saturday, July 25th at the Railroad Depot experienced re-enactors will be discussing the different American War eras, displaying and demonstrating equipment and weapons. There are around 20 homeschoolers participating in this event, as soldiers, civilians, musicians and dramatic presentation. All have studied some about their particular areas, aided by skilled mentors. Come out and enjoy learning about so many things over such a large span of history and support these homeschool families in this living history endeavor.
This is the advertisement from EARLYWORKS
Military March Through Time
March Through Time is a colorful review of the American military from 1760 - 2009. Saturday, July 25th, from 10am to 4pm, you can experience cannon firings, listen to rousing period music, examine authentic weapons and equipment, meet uniformed historians and participate in musketry demonstrations at the Huntsville Depot. 320 Church Street; Free with General Admission.
This is the advertisement from EARLYWORKS
Military March Through Time
March Through Time is a colorful review of the American military from 1760 - 2009. Saturday, July 25th, from 10am to 4pm, you can experience cannon firings, listen to rousing period music, examine authentic weapons and equipment, meet uniformed historians and participate in musketry demonstrations at the Huntsville Depot. 320 Church Street; Free with General Admission.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Mr. Pettus will finish Lewis & Clark talk
Mr. Pettus will finish Lewis & Clark on May 20 at 1pm
He got them to the west coast last time, now he wants to share with you their trip back and what happened to many of them later.
Mr. Pettus will also take some time to discuss with us: Numbers are Relative
He will discuss the comparing of size and population of our country, state and nation to other areas of the world.
This should be our last discussion with Mr. Pettus until August or September (but we all know how that may go! He has so much to tell us, we may have to squeeze in another date!).
We are scheduled to start with the Civil War (um, or the War of Northern Aggression or the War Between the States, trying to please everyone!!) when we start up again. :-)
We now have the last two talks on dvd for sale. The cost is $10 each. After I pay myself back for the film guys all the money will go to Mr. Pettus. I hope to continue filming each talk from now on. Great for watching or listening to in the car.
Thank you all for your commitment and devotion to Mr. Pettus. Tell your friends!
Repeat information and reminders:
1pm
Arrive by 12:45 to have money collected and ready for prompt start time
Kingdom Life Church (on Governor's West, not Governors Drive in Huntsville, directions at bottom)
$3 per person over 5 years of age
Please bring exact amount in cash for your family (no checks or coins)
Please email me and let me know how many will be attending from your family.
If you rsvp for the talk, I will know who to alert in case of last minute change or canel.
Keep in mind that this is a serious commitment. We promise Mr. Pettus his fee. If we ever don't get enough we will have to charge a bit more. This has not happened yet and hopefully it won't! :-) Y'all have been so good about coming. Thank you.
Use this for history credit. Keep track of hours spent on reading, research and/or required writing. Be sure to google the topics Mr. Pettus tells you to!! It is great fun.
NOTE: We cannot use the nursery at Kingdom Life Church. There is a fellowship hall type room you may use, but please do not use any of the church's belongings. You may need to leave with your little ones if they are disruptive during Mr. Pettus' talk. Mr. Pettus cannot raise his voice over the noise. Please put someone in charge of the children you leave from the talk. Thank you for being considerate. If you would, help me to make sure all trash (little pieces of paper, water bottles, etc are picked up from the sancuary and the bathrooms are left tidy).
You may pass this on to your cover schools and friends.
Directions: Kingdom Life is on Governor’s West. From Huntsville: Take I -565 west. Take the first exit after you go under Research Park Blvd. At the light, turn back to your right. The church is just a block or so on your left. Be careful and look hard because it sits off the road a bit and has some trees. From Madison, take Hwy 20/Madison Blvd east toward the entrance for I-565. The last light before your begin entrance is Governor's west to the left. The church is on the left about a block.
Janet knappusa@arilion.com
He got them to the west coast last time, now he wants to share with you their trip back and what happened to many of them later.
Mr. Pettus will also take some time to discuss with us: Numbers are Relative
He will discuss the comparing of size and population of our country, state and nation to other areas of the world.
This should be our last discussion with Mr. Pettus until August or September (but we all know how that may go! He has so much to tell us, we may have to squeeze in another date!).
We are scheduled to start with the Civil War (um, or the War of Northern Aggression or the War Between the States, trying to please everyone!!) when we start up again. :-)
We now have the last two talks on dvd for sale. The cost is $10 each. After I pay myself back for the film guys all the money will go to Mr. Pettus. I hope to continue filming each talk from now on. Great for watching or listening to in the car.
Thank you all for your commitment and devotion to Mr. Pettus. Tell your friends!
Repeat information and reminders:
1pm
Arrive by 12:45 to have money collected and ready for prompt start time
Kingdom Life Church (on Governor's West, not Governors Drive in Huntsville, directions at bottom)
$3 per person over 5 years of age
Please bring exact amount in cash for your family (no checks or coins)
Please email me and let me know how many will be attending from your family.
If you rsvp for the talk, I will know who to alert in case of last minute change or canel.
Keep in mind that this is a serious commitment. We promise Mr. Pettus his fee. If we ever don't get enough we will have to charge a bit more. This has not happened yet and hopefully it won't! :-) Y'all have been so good about coming. Thank you.
Use this for history credit. Keep track of hours spent on reading, research and/or required writing. Be sure to google the topics Mr. Pettus tells you to!! It is great fun.
NOTE: We cannot use the nursery at Kingdom Life Church. There is a fellowship hall type room you may use, but please do not use any of the church's belongings. You may need to leave with your little ones if they are disruptive during Mr. Pettus' talk. Mr. Pettus cannot raise his voice over the noise. Please put someone in charge of the children you leave from the talk. Thank you for being considerate. If you would, help me to make sure all trash (little pieces of paper, water bottles, etc are picked up from the sancuary and the bathrooms are left tidy).
You may pass this on to your cover schools and friends.
Directions: Kingdom Life is on Governor’s West. From Huntsville: Take I -565 west. Take the first exit after you go under Research Park Blvd. At the light, turn back to your right. The church is just a block or so on your left. Be careful and look hard because it sits off the road a bit and has some trees. From Madison, take Hwy 20/Madison Blvd east toward the entrance for I-565. The last light before your begin entrance is Governor's west to the left. The church is on the left about a block.
Janet knappusa@arilion.com
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Student Workshops with Mr. Pettus
My family has attended many of these over the last many years, and we love them!
Mexican War
with
Mr. Pettus
Wednesday, April 29
and
Lewis & Clark
Wednesday, May 6
1pm Arrive by 12:45 to have money collected and ready for prompt start time
Mexican War
with
Mr. Pettus
Wednesday, April 29
and
Lewis & Clark
Wednesday, May 6
1pm Arrive by 12:45 to have money collected and ready for prompt start time
To all Marines, and friends and family of Marines...
To all Marines, and friends and family of Marines...
You are cordially invited to join us May 1st at the 3d Annual Semper
Fi Community Task Force Open house, to be held at the Raytheon
Building, 401 Jan Davis Dr (1.5 miles west of the Bridge Street
Complex on Old Madison Pike). We've gathered local Marines together
for this forum each year since 2007, and along with the Marine Corps
Ball, it is one of those truly inspirational events not to be missed.
Esprit de Corps will be in order as we enjoy the company of fellow
Marines and spouses during the Social Hour which will begin at 5:30
PM. Refreshments and heavy hors d'ouevres will be served.
Following the social, at 6:30 PM, we'll update you on the successes of the Task Force in 2008, and the plans we've made for 2009. And we'll be honored to hear from our special guest, Col Dave Hilmers, USMC (Ret). Dave was a Naval Flight Officer (A-6s) and NASA Astronaut/Mission Specialist who flew 4 Space Shuttle missions. After retiring from NASA, he went to medical school and now serves as a Doctor of Pediatric and Internal Medicine. His commitment to serving others as a Marine, astronaut, and
now as a doctor in Houston, TX is truly amazing, and he's coming to share his story with us.
It promises to be quite an evening.
SF/Bob
SFCTF Chairman
You are cordially invited to join us May 1st at the 3d Annual Semper
Fi Community Task Force Open house, to be held at the Raytheon
Building, 401 Jan Davis Dr (1.5 miles west of the Bridge Street
Complex on Old Madison Pike). We've gathered local Marines together
for this forum each year since 2007, and along with the Marine Corps
Ball, it is one of those truly inspirational events not to be missed.
Esprit de Corps will be in order as we enjoy the company of fellow
Marines and spouses during the Social Hour which will begin at 5:30
PM. Refreshments and heavy hors d'ouevres will be served.
Following the social, at 6:30 PM, we'll update you on the successes of the Task Force in 2008, and the plans we've made for 2009. And we'll be honored to hear from our special guest, Col Dave Hilmers, USMC (Ret). Dave was a Naval Flight Officer (A-6s) and NASA Astronaut/Mission Specialist who flew 4 Space Shuttle missions. After retiring from NASA, he went to medical school and now serves as a Doctor of Pediatric and Internal Medicine. His commitment to serving others as a Marine, astronaut, and
now as a doctor in Houston, TX is truly amazing, and he's coming to share his story with us.
It promises to be quite an evening.
SF/Bob
SFCTF Chairman
Cook Natural Science Museum
Neat place to take kids in Decatur (maybe before or after the skating...):
the Cook Natural Science Museum, a free museum in Decatur http://www.cookspest.com/museum.html
The museum is free. There are a couple of things on their website you can download before you go. Depending on your kids' interests, you might want to plan 30 minutes to an hour for the museum.
the Cook Natural Science Museum, a free museum in Decatur http://www.cookspest.com/museum.html
The museum is free. There are a couple of things on their website you can download before you go. Depending on your kids' interests, you might want to plan 30 minutes to an hour for the museum.
Skate Day in Decatur May 1
The monthly homeschool skate day sponsored by NACHO is coming up. All homeschoolers are invited to attend. May's home school skate day at the Decatur Skate Castle will be this Friday, May 1, from 12:00 – 2:30 pm.
Families may bring their used curriculum to sell. We use one of the party rooms to display books. Please bring an envelope or some other means of collecting money unless you plan to stay with your books.
We also typically have a free, optional, half hour mini class for moms during the skate time. This month's class will be on low cost/no cost activities and travel ideas for families this summer. The ladies who are doing this class are real experts on traveling and learning on a shoestring budget.
We will be skating to contemporary Christian music. Admission cost is $3 (this includes rental fee) per child ages 3 and over whether they skate or not. Non-skating moms and those 2 and under get in free. If you would like low top skates or roller blades there will be an additional $3 charge. Those paying to get in will receive a free small coke. The lunch choices will be hot dog\chips\drink or one slice pizza\drink – either choice is $1.25. Here is a link to the Skate Castle's website if anyone needs additional information: http://www.myrivertown.com/skatecastle/mainpage.htm.
Hope to see some of you there!
~Pam
Families may bring their used curriculum to sell. We use one of the party rooms to display books. Please bring an envelope or some other means of collecting money unless you plan to stay with your books.
We also typically have a free, optional, half hour mini class for moms during the skate time. This month's class will be on low cost/no cost activities and travel ideas for families this summer. The ladies who are doing this class are real experts on traveling and learning on a shoestring budget.
We will be skating to contemporary Christian music. Admission cost is $3 (this includes rental fee) per child ages 3 and over whether they skate or not. Non-skating moms and those 2 and under get in free. If you would like low top skates or roller blades there will be an additional $3 charge. Those paying to get in will receive a free small coke. The lunch choices will be hot dog\chips\drink or one slice pizza\drink – either choice is $1.25. Here is a link to the Skate Castle's website if anyone needs additional information: http://www.myrivertown.com/skatecastle/mainpage.htm.
Hope to see some of you there!
~Pam
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Heritage Children's Chorale (POSTPONED)
Heritage Children's Chorale has been postponed. Was to be Monday, May 4th at 7:00 pm at Providence Baptist Church in Huntsville. New Date to be determined.
Seventy beautiful children's voices sing praises to God in a concert open to everyone to attend. This chorus began 21 years ago and is still under the talented direction of Mary Stephenson. Comprised of two chapters (Pulaski, TN and Athens, AL), the group combines for four concerts a year. Fortunately this year, one of them is close by at Providence Baptist Church at 1355 Douglass Rd., 1/2 mile west of Jeff Rd. The Chorale has performed with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra, as well as single performances with Amy Grant, Donna Summer, and Christian artist John Starnes. Over the years, the Chorale has travelled our country extensively and been invited overseas multiple times. This is a free concert; donations are accepted, but there's no pressure individually to give. No need to register; just show up. Approximately one hour.
Seventy beautiful children's voices sing praises to God in a concert open to everyone to attend. This chorus began 21 years ago and is still under the talented direction of Mary Stephenson. Comprised of two chapters (Pulaski, TN and Athens, AL), the group combines for four concerts a year. Fortunately this year, one of them is close by at Providence Baptist Church at 1355 Douglass Rd., 1/2 mile west of Jeff Rd. The Chorale has performed with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra, as well as single performances with Amy Grant, Donna Summer, and Christian artist John Starnes. Over the years, the Chorale has travelled our country extensively and been invited overseas multiple times. This is a free concert; donations are accepted, but there's no pressure individually to give. No need to register; just show up. Approximately one hour.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Opal Performance this Friday morning (April 24)
Looking for a neat Friday morning field trip? Plenty of seats are still available for the April 24 (yes, this Friday) 9:30am performance of the musical "Opal" at Church of the Performing Arts located at the corner of Johnston St. and 4th Ave. in Decatur.
"Opal" is set in the early 1900's and is based on the life of Opal Whitely, who was born the daughter of a French aristocrat. A much-anticipated voyage to America turns to tragedy and this young girl suddenly finds herself an orphan in an unfamiliar world. Because she speaks very little English, she is put on an "Orphan Train" and sent to the lumber camps of Oregon, where she must adjust to a new life so different from the one she had known.
The roles of Opal and of two narrators are played by homeschoolers. (I hesitate to list their names in a mailing like this.) The role of Mrs. Potter is played by a homeschooling mom.
Tickets for Friday, April 24 9:30am are $5.00 per student. Teachers (mom) are admitted free of charge.
Please call Aprille Flemons at 256-778-0449 or 256-340-4665
or call Backstage Theater Company at 256-309-0041
by 5pm Wednesday April 22 if you are interested, otherwise this particular performance may need to be cancelled.
Tickets for other performances will be $10 for adults and $8 for students.
Other performances will be held at 7:30 pm on April 24, 25, May 1, 2, 8, 9;
and at 2pm on April 25, May 2, 9.
"Opal" is set in the early 1900's and is based on the life of Opal Whitely, who was born the daughter of a French aristocrat. A much-anticipated voyage to America turns to tragedy and this young girl suddenly finds herself an orphan in an unfamiliar world. Because she speaks very little English, she is put on an "Orphan Train" and sent to the lumber camps of Oregon, where she must adjust to a new life so different from the one she had known.
The roles of Opal and of two narrators are played by homeschoolers. (I hesitate to list their names in a mailing like this.) The role of Mrs. Potter is played by a homeschooling mom.
Tickets for Friday, April 24 9:30am are $5.00 per student. Teachers (mom) are admitted free of charge.
Please call Aprille Flemons at 256-778-0449 or 256-340-4665
or call Backstage Theater Company at 256-309-0041
by 5pm Wednesday April 22 if you are interested, otherwise this particular performance may need to be cancelled.
Tickets for other performances will be $10 for adults and $8 for students.
Other performances will be held at 7:30 pm on April 24, 25, May 1, 2, 8, 9;
and at 2pm on April 25, May 2, 9.
MILESTONES DEBATE & SPEECH CLUB Orientation Mtg
Ok, so not really a field trip, but it is something "to do":
MILESTONES DEBATE AND SPEECH CLUB
will be holding an orientation meeting on:
DATE:
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
LOCATION:
Redeemer Presbyterian Church
9580 Madison Blvd.
Suite 6 Putman Plaza
Madison, AL
Parents and home schooled students (age 12 or over by January 1, 2010) will be introduced to the art of debate and public speaking. Samples of debate rounds and individual speeches will be demonstrated, and you will learn how your children can gain the lifetime skills of effective communication, research, and critical thinking.
To sign up or for more information, please email or call Joanne Quan at yihhaw@gmail.com or 256-489-1380.
We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!!
MILESTONES DEBATE AND SPEECH CLUB
will be holding an orientation meeting on:
DATE:
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
LOCATION:
Redeemer Presbyterian Church
9580 Madison Blvd.
Suite 6 Putman Plaza
Madison, AL
Parents and home schooled students (age 12 or over by January 1, 2010) will be introduced to the art of debate and public speaking. Samples of debate rounds and individual speeches will be demonstrated, and you will learn how your children can gain the lifetime skills of effective communication, research, and critical thinking.
To sign up or for more information, please email or call Joanne Quan at yihhaw@gmail.com or 256-489-1380.
We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!!
Sunday, April 19, 2009
National Parks
For the Fuller Family, some of our favorite trips have included stops at our country's National Parks. We have driven thousands of miles to Yellowstone and Death Valley, hundreds of miles to Big Bend and The Great Smokey Mountains, and just over 50 miles to Little River Canyon and Russell Cave. If we are crossing the country or the state, we love checking out National Parks.
At most parks kids can become Junior Rangers. This is a program set up to help the kids learn more about the parks in a fun way. They have a booklet of activities to complete. When they finish the book, they turn it in to a ranger and get a patch or a pin. Our kids have done dozens of these programs, and they LOVE them!
We love the Parks even when we can't travel to them. We visit the website of individual parks and do research, play games, print activities, and more. There is an almost endless amount of historical and scientific information.
So whether you are planning a trip, or just looking for more information, check out
www.nps.gov
***
At most parks kids can become Junior Rangers. This is a program set up to help the kids learn more about the parks in a fun way. They have a booklet of activities to complete. When they finish the book, they turn it in to a ranger and get a patch or a pin. Our kids have done dozens of these programs, and they LOVE them!
We love the Parks even when we can't travel to them. We visit the website of individual parks and do research, play games, print activities, and more. There is an almost endless amount of historical and scientific information.
So whether you are planning a trip, or just looking for more information, check out
www.nps.gov
***
2009 “Spring Burst” Guided Hike Series
Local Area Guided Hikes:
Hiking Equipment: long pants, comfortable shoes with good tread & bottled water.
In case of rain, hikes will be canceled.
Hikes are free to the public – donations are gratefully accepted.
Upcoming hikes scheduled for: May 16, May 17, June 21
More details at the Land Trust Website:
http://www.landtrust-hsv.org/events/post/spring-burst-hike-series---updated
Hiking Equipment: long pants, comfortable shoes with good tread & bottled water.
In case of rain, hikes will be canceled.
Hikes are free to the public – donations are gratefully accepted.
Upcoming hikes scheduled for: May 16, May 17, June 21
More details at the Land Trust Website:
http://www.landtrust-hsv.org/events/post/spring-burst-hike-series---updated
Folk Life Festival at Constitution Village April 20 - 24
Folk Life Festival this week at Constitution Village, April 20-24, 8:30am to 3pm.
Tickets are not cheap, but it is a great field trip!
Tickets are not cheap, but it is a great field trip!
Friday, April 17, 2009
USLI Rocket Launch --- April 18
If you like model rockets, make your way out to Bragg Farms in Meridianville (1180 Grimwood Rd, Toney, AL 35773) Saturday, April 18, 10am to 5pm.
There will be universities and high school teams there participating in the University Student Launch Initiative (USLI) competition.
The goal of the competition is to build a rocket that will reach an altitude of 1 mile, take scientific data, and survive. The rockets put on a good show when they work right, and a sometimes spectacular show when they don’t…
The UAHuntsville team - “Charger Rocket Works”. Their entry this year is the “Osprey” .
For those interested in it:
The Osprey is made of carbon fiber and stands a little over 8 feet tall.
Onboard are:
· Three flight computers
· GPS
· Multiple accelerometers (3-axis)
· A pitot static probe (for velocity measurement)
· Load cells and strain gauges on the motor casing
· Camera that sends a live feed back to our trailer with GPS coordinate overlay
Here is our website with video and presentations from this semester at the bottom of the page: http://www.sli.uah.edu/
If you have questions, call
Julie D. Clift
NASA Education Specialist
961-1334 office
There will be universities and high school teams there participating in the University Student Launch Initiative (USLI) competition.
The goal of the competition is to build a rocket that will reach an altitude of 1 mile, take scientific data, and survive. The rockets put on a good show when they work right, and a sometimes spectacular show when they don’t…
The UAHuntsville team - “Charger Rocket Works”. Their entry this year is the “Osprey” .
For those interested in it:
The Osprey is made of carbon fiber and stands a little over 8 feet tall.
Onboard are:
· Three flight computers
· GPS
· Multiple accelerometers (3-axis)
· A pitot static probe (for velocity measurement)
· Load cells and strain gauges on the motor casing
· Camera that sends a live feed back to our trailer with GPS coordinate overlay
Here is our website with video and presentations from this semester at the bottom of the page: http://www.sli.uah.edu/
If you have questions, call
Julie D. Clift
NASA Education Specialist
961-1334 office
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Train Rides this Saturday, April 18
The North Alabama Railroad Museum, 694 Chase Rd., has train rides this Saturday leaving at 10am and 1pm.
The rides last 1 hour and 20 min. and costs $12 for adults and $8 for children.
Reservations can be made by calling 851-6276 on Wednesday or Saturday morning.
For more info, see www.northalabamarailroadmuseum.com
We've never had a chance to do this -- maybe one of these days!
The rides last 1 hour and 20 min. and costs $12 for adults and $8 for children.
Reservations can be made by calling 851-6276 on Wednesday or Saturday morning.
For more info, see www.northalabamarailroadmuseum.com
We've never had a chance to do this -- maybe one of these days!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Bloom's Taxonommy
I have been rediscovering Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge, Comprehension, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis...My question: Where do textbooks fit into this versus field trips?
Sunday, April 12, 2009
A special AiG video outreach coming to Florence, Alabama, on Saturday, April 18
Emmanuel Baptist Church in Florence, Alabama, will be hosting a special Answers in Genesis video outreach on Saturday, April 18, 2009:
9:00 AM DVD—“Genesis, the Key to Reclaiming the Culture” (All Ages)
10:00 AM DVD—“Where did God come from?” (All Ages)
11:00 AM DVD—“Six Literal Days” (All Ages)
12:45 PM DVD—“The Bible Explains Dinosaurs” (All Ages)
1:35 PM DVD—“One Race” (All Ages)
2:45 PM DVD—“Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” (All Ages)
3:45 PM DVD—“Dinosaurs, Genesis & the Gospe” (All Ages)
5:00 PM DVD—“Why Won’t they Listen” (All Ages)
The event will be held at the following location:
Emmanuel Baptist Church
4445 Chisholm Rd.
Florence, Alabama 35630
United States
For more information please call 256-764-2309.
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Answers in Genesis
2800 Bullittsburg Church Road
Petersburg, KY 41080
9:00 AM DVD—“Genesis, the Key to Reclaiming the Culture” (All Ages)
10:00 AM DVD—“Where did God come from?” (All Ages)
11:00 AM DVD—“Six Literal Days” (All Ages)
12:45 PM DVD—“The Bible Explains Dinosaurs” (All Ages)
1:35 PM DVD—“One Race” (All Ages)
2:45 PM DVD—“Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” (All Ages)
3:45 PM DVD—“Dinosaurs, Genesis & the Gospe” (All Ages)
5:00 PM DVD—“Why Won’t they Listen” (All Ages)
The event will be held at the following location:
Emmanuel Baptist Church
4445 Chisholm Rd.
Florence, Alabama 35630
United States
For more information please call 256-764-2309.
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2800 Bullittsburg Church Road
Petersburg, KY 41080
Homeschool Quotes
Ok, so we've only just begun this blog, and I'm already going off-topic!
But this seemed like a good place to put this link to quotes related to homeschooling...I'm sure there are some here somewhere that have to do with field trips!: http://www.squidoo.com/homeschoolquotes
Such as:
"There is more to life than increasing its speed." Gandhi
"I never teach my pupils. I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn." Albert Einstein
"Nobody is bored when he is trying to make something that is beautiful, or to discover something that is true." William Inge
"I have never let my schooling interfere with my education." Mark Twain
“Try not to have a good time…this is supposed to be educational.” - Charles Schulz
But this seemed like a good place to put this link to quotes related to homeschooling...I'm sure there are some here somewhere that have to do with field trips!: http://www.squidoo.com/homeschoolquotes
Such as:
"There is more to life than increasing its speed." Gandhi
"I never teach my pupils. I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn." Albert Einstein
"Nobody is bored when he is trying to make something that is beautiful, or to discover something that is true." William Inge
"I have never let my schooling interfere with my education." Mark Twain
“Try not to have a good time…this is supposed to be educational.” - Charles Schulz
April 15 Tax Day TEA Party
This week there will be T.E.A. (Taxed Enough Already) Parties across the country. Here in Huntsville, one is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, from 12 - 1 p.m. in the VBC parking lot (Lot K) across the street from the Post Office.
HSV: The Wildflower Trail in Blossomwood
Thanks, Sharon, for the following info:
The Wildflower Trail in Blossomwood
(1 hour, easy with moderate incline)
Directions: In Huntsville: From Governors Dr. SE, turn north onto California, then right onto Hermitage Avenue, left onto Cleermont; Wildflower Trailhead at end of street.
This is a beautiful trail to go on any time.
The Wildflower Trail in Blossomwood
(1 hour, easy with moderate incline)
Directions: In Huntsville: From Governors Dr. SE, turn north onto California, then right onto Hermitage Avenue, left onto Cleermont; Wildflower Trailhead at end of street.
This is a beautiful trail to go on any time.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
North Alabama Birding Trail
This is a trail that I stumbled upon about 2 years ago. There are 50 birding sites across North Alabama. Some of the sites are places like Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, Russell Cave, and Goose Pond Colony. There are lots of much smaller sites.
We spent a year following the trail. Many of the sites are on or near Highway 72. Oftentimes there are 2 or 3 sites close together. We saw dozens of species including the following water and shore birds - herons, seagulls, kingfishers, kestrels, ospreys, and many different kinds of ducks.
You can get a small brochure at Wheeler Refuge, but you can get a better, bigger and more detailed booklet at the Huntsville Madison County Visitor Center on Church Street. They don't have them out, but if you ask they will get you one from the back room.
You can also check it out at www.NorthAlabamaBirdingTrail.com
It is a great way to "do" science class!
We spent a year following the trail. Many of the sites are on or near Highway 72. Oftentimes there are 2 or 3 sites close together. We saw dozens of species including the following water and shore birds - herons, seagulls, kingfishers, kestrels, ospreys, and many different kinds of ducks.
You can get a small brochure at Wheeler Refuge, but you can get a better, bigger and more detailed booklet at the Huntsville Madison County Visitor Center on Church Street. They don't have them out, but if you ask they will get you one from the back room.
You can also check it out at www.NorthAlabamaBirdingTrail.com
It is a great way to "do" science class!
Welcome to CLC Field Trips
Born out of a brainstorm session between Cathy, Dee, Jill, and a new homeschooling mom! Our objective here is at least two fold -- to let you know of great educational opportunities in the greater Huntsville area (you know, Nashville, Chattanooga, Birmingham, and the likes!) and to give you a place to ask questions about those or share more information.
We obviously don't know ALL of the cool places within 100 miles of here that you might want to take your family to, but between the 3 of us we know LOTS!
Stay tuned for some great Field Trip Suggestions!
We obviously don't know ALL of the cool places within 100 miles of here that you might want to take your family to, but between the 3 of us we know LOTS!
Stay tuned for some great Field Trip Suggestions!
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