Green Teens Field Studies

As part of our Green Teens program, the Civic Garden Center’s Green Learning Station is home to hands-on sustainability and ecology field studies that empower students in grades 7-12 to practice innovative solutions to today’s environmental issues.

A student points out features on an urban stormwater model while classmates and a field trip facilitator look on.
A group of high school students explores the green roof of the Green Learning Station as part of a STEM field trip.
Field trip participants pour water from watering cans on pervious pavers in the Green Learning Station's parking lot.
A group of students on a field trip explores the Green Learning Station's roof.

How It Works

Trained guides lead groups of students through a series of inquiry-based, hands-on activities that build on previous knowledge and immerse learners in the fascinating world of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Throughout the field study, students observe the intentional preservation of natural cycles, work together to identify and discuss problems, learn progressive actions around the globe that build sustainable futures for generations to come and determine personal actions they can take to contribute to a healthy planet.

The Details

  • Schedule: 2.5 hours / 9:30am-noon / Fall & Spring dates available

  • Number of Students: Maximum of 40; for larger groups, please schedule multiple trips

  • Number of Chaperones: One chaperone per 10 students; we recommend three chaperones (including the teacher)

  • Lunch: Groups are welcome to have lunch on our outdoor patio after the field study

  • Cost: We suggest a donation of $100 to cover field study supplies and training for guides, but it is not required. If you need busing assistance, ask us how we can help!

  • Ongoing Support: Each group that participates in a field study at the Civic Garden Center will receive follow-up support to help students put their learning into action! This support is customized to each group’s needs and can include free seeds, mentorship, in-class presentations, after-school programming, professional development workshops and much more.

Ready to take the next step? 

We’re currently fully booked for the 2023-24 school year. We will post fall 2024 dates in July!

If you have questions, please reach out to our Ecology Education Manager, Mary Dudley: mdudley@civicgardencenter.org