Saturday, November 17, 2007

10 Creative Field Trip Experiences

1. Carrollton Cultural Arts Center· 251 Alabama St. Carrollton, GA 30118 770-838-1083·New and exciting art programs are being offered for children. Hours: 8:30am to 5pm· Free Admission for general tour of center. Students can bring sack lunch.

2. John Tanner State Park· 354 Tanners Beach Rd Carrollton , GA 301179134. Reservations (800) 864-7275 Park (770) 830-2222· Hours of Operation: Park: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Office: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.· Field Trip Fees: $1 per student. Small parking fee, school vehicles are free.· Park Description: This wooded park in west Georgia is famous for the largest sand swimming beach of any Georgia state park. The park includes two lakes, hiking and bicycle trails, picnic shelters, playgrounds, fishing, swimming and boating. Camping, cottages, a group lodge, and seasonal canoe and fishing boat rentals are available. Field Trip Information: Park staff present programs on Georgia wildlife, ecology and protecting animal habitats. Nature hikes and other activities are available.· 1 adult per 20 students. Students can bring sack lunch.

3. Imagine It! Children's Museum of Atlanta- 275 Centennial Olympic Park, GA 30313(404) 659-5437. During the field trip, children will make exciting discoveries that will engage them in an exploration of learning. Children will be learning in the subject areas of Art, Math, Language Arts and Science: 1 chaperone per every 5 children.Price: Student discount rate is $6.50 with one free chaperone for every five students. Additional adults pay the full price of $11.00. The museum charges sales tax unless a tax exemption form (ST-5 or Letter of Authorization) is submitted prior to visit.Contact Info: Tawana Francisco, Education Coordinator Phone: 404-527-5967Email: mailto:beth.thomsen@imagineit-cma.org. Students can bring a sack lunch.

4. Center For Puppetry Arts- The museum is to entertain and enlighten audiences, nurture the world community of artists, expand the puppetry art form, and explore the past, present, and future of puppetry. Group Inclusive Ticket- $13.02. Hours- Tuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm, and Sunday 11am - 5pm. Extended hours during evening performances. 1 charperone per every 10 children. Parking- Limited free parking is available at the rear of the building. Limited handicapped parking is available. The Center for Puppetry Arts is not responsible for ticketing or towing if you park elsewhere. 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309. 404-873-3391. Students can bring a sack lunch.

5. Stone Mountain Park· U.S. Highway 78 East, Exit 8Stone Mountain, GA 30087· 770-498-5690· Admission for Crossroads Program/Tour Including all other Open Attractions-$13 per student-$24 per adult· Learn the customs and ways of 1870s Georgia with live craft demonstrations by our glassblower, blacksmith, candle maker, and candy maker.* While in Crossroads be sure to enjoy storytelling from the 1870s. Available attractions will include the Treehouse Challenge, the Scenic Railroad, the Great Barn, the 4D Theater, Memorial Hall Museum, and the Summit Skyride.· 1 adult per 10 students. Students can bring a sack lunch.

6. Callaway Gardens- Part of Callaway Gardens' mission is to "provide a better understanding of the living world." Discovery programs also include trail hikes, environmental education sessions. Groups of 15 - 99 - Adult $10.80, Child (6-12) $5.40, children under 6 free. Not specific on student adult ratio, but at least 1 adult per 10 students. Admission gate opens daily at 9:00 a.m. 17800 US Hwy 27Pine Mountain, Georgia 31822 Tel: 706-2281. email: info@callawaygardens.com. Studeents can bring a sack lunch.

7. GA Aquarium- 225 Baker Street Atlanta, GA 30313404-581-4000. $10 per student for educational experience correlated to Georgia Performance Standards and led by an environmental educator.1 adult per 20 students. Students can bring money for lunch.

8. High Museum of Art- After the gallery experience, students participate in a hands-on studio workshop with a teaching artist. Students respond to the masterpieces they have seen by creating their own inspired works of art. Geared for students in grades K-5, these art activities include, landscape drawing, painting, and paper collage. Total tour time is about 1 ½ hours (45 - 60 minute audio tour and 30 minute workshop). Student group admission prices are $8 per student for The Inspiration Station. One chaperone for every seven students is required (one chaperone admission is free; additional chaperones discounted to $12 each). 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E.Atlanta, Georgia 30309
General inquiries, please e-mailmailto:e-mailhighmuseum@woodruffcenter.org. 404-733-4468. Students can bring a sack lunch.

9. Fernbank- Expose your students to a world of prehistoric creatures, cultural treasures, science interactives, exotic wildlife, ancient fossils, spectacular IMAX® films and the largest dinosaurs ever discovered. Distinctive special exhibits ensure there’s always something NEW to discover.. 767 Clifton Road, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30307Recorded Information: 404.929.6300 Ticket . Sales: 404.929.6400. Museum & Imax Admission for students: $11; For adults: $15. 1 adult per 20 students. Students can bring money for lunch.

10. Atlanta Zoo- 800 Cherokee Avenue Atlanta, GA 30315(404) 624-5600Email: info@zooatlanta.orgmailto:info@zooatlanta.orgwww.zooatlanta.org. Adults ($17.99)/ Students($12.99)· Don't miss the fun and excitement this summer at Zoo Atlanta, home to 39 acres of fascinating animals from around the world. Zoo Atlanta provides the animals with naturalistic environments that simulate their native homes. Enjoy seeing the animal shows and magnificent exhibits, riding the train and carousel, picnicking in the park and much more at Zoo Atlanta.. Free Parking. 1 adult per 10 students. Students can bring a sack lunch.

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