Field Trips

Fun for all ages. Grades K-6 will enjoy the planetarium show Family of the Sun, then have lots of time to explore the museum. Grades 7-12 will start with the Discovery Experience Stellar Forensics before exploring the museum exhibits.

The cost is $7 per person ages 3 and up; ages 2 and under are free.

I will need a few moms willing to be chaperones. Each Chaperone must be able  to play an active role in supervising the students, not just your own children. Just indicate, for now, if you are able and willing to fill this role.

Chickens, Ducks, and Bugs--Oh My!

• Distinguish different breeds of chickens, including the Americanas--also known as "Easter Eggers"
• Visit with the social ducks and try to mimic a duck call, and
• Find as many bugs as possible...the cows and horses probably have some flies they would be willing to part with!

Join us at Squam Lake Natural Science Center to learn more about the flying creatures we will be studying this year. We will arrive around 10 am. The classes begin promptly at 10:30 am. Pack a lunch so you can stay longer and explore the live animal nature trails with lots of New Hampshire wildlife.  After the classes, we will enjoy a picnic lunch together, then explore the trails. Plan at least two hours to walk the 3/4 mile live animal exhibit trail which meanders through open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks on a packed gravel path.

Join us for a fun afternoon exploring the corn mazes at Beech Hill Farm. this year's themes are "Birds of Prey" and "A Very British Maze".  Have fun feeding their small farm animals. Ages 3 & under are free.

Don't forget our group photo on the rock and to bring money for their amazing ice cream.

Rain date is Friday, October 11th.

Join us for a fall hike and bird watching! We will climb South Uncanoonuc via Summit Trail and Walker Trail, which is a 2.3 mile moderately trafficked loop trail in Goffstown, NH that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The loop trail that leads around the sides of the mountain provides access to five fine ledge outlooks. Although it is tiny even compared to southern NH hills, the prominence and isolation of the two Uncanoonucs make them landmarks on the horizon when seen from nearly anywhere in the state. Smaller hikers are welcome to simply play at the base of the mountain and by the lake.

Trailhead is at the end of Mountain Base Road in Goffstown, NH. Take Wallace Road from a traffic circle on Rt. 114, 0.6 miles east of the southern junction of Rt. 13 and Rt. 114 and 3.2 miles west of Rt. 114A. Drive 1.5 miles down Wallace Road and turn right onto Mountain Base Road. Follow it 0.9 miles to its end at the lake and park at the small dirt parking area near the kiosk.

Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Wednesday, February 5th, 10:30 am

Cost: $9/student for program + museum pass

$7/person for younger or older siblings not participating in the program

$5/parent

Come visit the amazing Children's Museum and participate in a class on Nocturnal Animals perfect for the bats and owls our kids will be studying this semester!  The program will introduce our students to the wonders of New England's nocturnal animals. Why do these animals stay awake at night and sleep during the day? What special senses do owls have to help catch their prey in the dark? Students will also participate in interactive stations with experiments, games, and a craft.

After the program families can break for lunch and then visit all of the exciting, hands-on exhibits offered by the museum.

As winter ends and spring begins, New England enjoys its sweetest — and shortest — season: the maple sugaring season, when maple syrup is made. Join us for a surgery tour of Parker's Maple Barn at 10 am. You're welcome to come early for breakfast, or stay later for lunch! There are also fun trails, donuts, and a neat gift shop to visit and enjoy.

Details of this exciting presentation will be posted soon! This event will be Live Streamed. You must register to receive the video link the day of the presentation.

Join us on a ride with Granite State Whale Watch out of Rye, NH! On the expedition we have a chance of encountering 40 ton Humpback Whales, 70 ft. Finback Whales, Minke Whales and highly endangered Right Whales. Other species sighted include Atlantic White Sided Dolphins, Harbor Porpoises, Pilot Whales, Harbor Seals, Sharks, Tuna and Ocean Sunfish. The whale watch will be led by experienced and qualified naturalists who enjoy sharing their love of the marine environment with our passengers.  Onboard are educational materials, kids books, and posters.

Please arrive at 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1-A), Rye, NH 03870 at 10:30, the boat departs at 11 am. There is a $5/car parking lot right next to the docks. 

Registration Categories:

Students age 4 yrs & up: $18
Parents: $18
Under 4: free (but need to register)