Garden - Plants

On-site Program

Interactions & Ecosystems (6-7)

From the tiniest puddle to the highest mountain range, our world is full of ecosystems in which plants and animals depend on one another for survival. Get an in-depth look at the fine balance that exists in natural ecosystems and how quickly organisms become endangered when this balance is disrupted. Through the lens of some of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s conservation research programs, learn how we can all reduce our impact on natural habitats to maintain healthy ecosystems.  

Location: In a designated zoo classroom and outdoors
Length:
4 hours
Program times: 10:00 a.m.
Maximum students: 37
Cost:

  • September-March: $365
  • April: $375

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Curricular Connections

This program is designed to complement the Alberta grade 7 Science curriculum: Unit A – Interactions and Ecosystems. This program addresses the following key concepts from that unit. 

  • Environmental monitoring 
  • Trophic levels 
  • Species distribution 
  • Endangered species 
  • Environmental management 

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