Monitor the Wichita! Become a Citizen Scientist

Students will rotate through four stations including the history of the Wichita River, watersheds, water chemistry, and native Texas fish. This program will also include trail activities at the Wichita River. They will collect data such as temperature, pH, DO, and transparency. Students will also learn to identify plants and animals in a riparian ecosystem.

FAQ’s

What else should we know?

Picnic tables, water fountains, and restroom facilities are available. You are welcome to stay after the program and eat lunch or snacks. Please do not leave children unattended.

What is the field guide to student ratio?

Guides will be secured based on the number of students quoted. We provide one field guide per 8-12 students.

How many of us can visit?

Field Trips can be tailored to up to 80 students. STEAM and STEM programs can be tailored to up to 40 students. Each program has a minimum price (unless grant-funded). If you have a larger group, please call 940-767-0843 early to make special arrangements.

What is the fee?

  • 2-hour field trips have a minimum price of $70 which covers 10 students*, additional students are $7 per student.
  • 3- hour programs have a minimum price of $80 which covers 10 students*, additional students are $8 per student.
  • 4- hour programs have a minimum price of $100 which covers 10 students*, additional students are $10 per student.
  • There is no fee for grant funded programs.
*Groups with less than 10 kids are still required to pay the minimum price for the program.

How do we schedule?

Continue scrolling for this program’s reservation form request. If you would like a different program, visit our program page, click on the program you want to reserve, and fill out the form on that page.

To ensure a favorable time, it is better to schedule as early in advance as possible, 4-6 weeks if possible. Field trips are available throughout the year. Your program date will be confirmed by e-mail after you submit a reservation request.

Monitor the Wichita! Become a Citizen Scientist Reservation Request

  • Please fill out the form below. A confirmation email will be sent to you noting the time and date of your reservation based on your choices below and current availability. Keep in mind your reservation will not be confirmed until you get a confirmation email. For more information contact us at 940-767-0843 or email info@riverbendnaturecenter.org.
  • Please select your first, second, and third choice for your field trip. Dates and times will be filled on a first come first served basis.
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  • The minimum price of $80 covers 10 students, additional students are $8 per student Groups with less than 10 kids are still required to pay the minimum price for the program
  • Total number of chaperones required (N/A for adult groups): 1 Adult per 10 Children (One chaperone/teacher is required to accompany each field guide & will be admitted free. Please bring one chaperone/10 students. Additional adults will be charged the fee per person listed above)
  • A few reminders to make your visit the best!
  • 1. Please wear comfortable, close-toed, sturdy shoes.
  • 2. Be observant of the weather conditions and dress appropriately.
  • 3. Place a name tag on each child.
  • 4. Divide your class/group into groups of 10.
  • Please communicate the above information to any other teachers or chaperones that will be accompanying your group.
  • In the event of inclement weather, the decision to cancel will be yours. Please call on or before 7:00 a.m. the morning of your tour if you are canceling and leave a message.
  • Coronavirus (COVID-19) WARNING & DISCLAIMER: Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an extremely contagious virus that spreads easily through person-to-person contact. Federal and state authorities recommend social distancing as a means to prevent the spread of the virus. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. Participating in River Bend Nature Center Educational Programs or accessing River Bend Nature Center facilities could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. River Bend Nature Center in no way warrants that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in River Bend Nature Center Educational Programs or by accessing River Bend Nature Center facilities.
  • If you have any questions, please call Leslie Fernandes 767-0843. By signing below you agree to follow the above procedures.
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