Monday, October 12, 2009

CRSP at the Wyncoop Creek!

Sue Smith Heavenrich with 4th grade students from Chemung Elementary School as they "listen intently for nature's sounds." To learn more about Sue and her program, see the October 6, 2008 post entitled

The students are eager to pay attention to the environment with all their senses. They will write about their experiences in their journals.



Their teacher, Jeanne Gridley, actively engages her students in the presentation.


Many parents are also present as they chaperone the class.



Jean Schultz poses with her daughter, Ashley who says the riverwalk is "really fun!"



J.D. displays a "baby banana slug" she found.



Lisa LaRock stands with her sons, Michael and Matt. Matt was happy to report that he was learning about "a whole bunch of creatures and creeks!"


Carrie Parker and Marcella B. spot something in the water


CRSP naturalist and artist, Sue Heavenrich, points out a water strider to Vinnie.


Mrs. Talada with her son, Dewain.


Jeanne Gridley, Mrs. Talada and Mrs. Schultz discuss the many merits of the riverwalks with the Chemung River School Project.

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