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Sustainable Forestry Tour for Teachers & Counselors

Critical Choices for Our Forests

Learn about the background, management process and current issues facing our public forests.

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National Forest Products Week

National Forest Products Week – October 21 – 27.

Education

Project Learning Tree

Make learning fun! Award-winning professional development classes and teaching materials

Sustainable Forestry Tour for Teachers and Counselors

Teachers and counselors receive VIP treatment while exploring Idaho forests and mills

Student Photo Contest

Spring Arbor Day photo contest for 5th - 12th grade students in Idaho

Student Essay Content

Forest Products Week fall writing contest for students

Forest Education Grants

Newsletters

Resources and opportunities for teachers and students

Forest History Supplement

Classroom set of student readers and a teacher guide. Perfect for 4th grade history!

Tree Cookies

You can learn a lot about a tree by reading its rings!

What's Buggin' the Forest?

Does the forest need a doctor?

Stuff We Get From Trees

Trees provide people with thousands of things we use every day!

Jobs, Careers & People in Idaho Forests

Who works in Idaho's forest sector?

Forest Fast Break Videos

Fun animated short videos on forest-related topics

55 Results in Education

2018 Participants

2018 Tour Agenda

Arbor Day Photo Contest 2013

Arbor Day Photo Contest 2015

Arbor Day Photo Contest 2016

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Arbor Day Photo Contest 2017

Arbor Day Photo Contest 2018

Arbor Day Student Photo Contest

Controversy in the Classroom: Tips for Teachers

Forest Education Grants

FOREST FAST BREAK: Carbon Capture

Learn about carbon dioxide, climate change and how forests can help in this short animated video.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Clearcutting

Learn about clearcutting -- why it is used to manage some forests and how those forests are regenerated.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Ecosystems

Learn what makes a forest ecosystem and its dynamic cycles.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Fire Safety

Learn about fire safety guidelines and tips in and around forests.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Forest Fire

Learn about forest fires - their role in forests, why they've become so severe and what can be done.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Forest Management

Learn how Idaho forests are managed for many different values.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Green Building

Learn why wood is the best environmental choice for building materials.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Photosynthesis

Learn how photosynthesis works and why Idaho's forests are an important part of the process.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Reforestation

Learn how millions of trees are replanted after harvest.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Sustainability

Learn what makes forests sustainable over time.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Tree Biology

Learn about the parts of a tree and how trees work.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Water

Learn about the connection between Idaho forests and clean water.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Wildlife

Learn about different wildlife habitats and why forest animals live where they do.

FOREST FAST BREAK: Wood Products

Learn about wood and why it's one of nature's marvels.

Forest History Supplement

FOREST PRODUCTS WEEK STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST

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Grant Descriptions

How Paper Is Made

Jobs, Careers & People in Idaho Forests

Lesson Plans for Forest-Minded Teachers!!

Newsletters & Articles

Forest Education Update. Teacher resources, student contests, professional development opportunities.

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Photo Contest Flyer

Photo contest guidelines

Project Learning Tree

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Stuff We Get From Trees

Sustainable Forestry Tour

Sustainable Forestry Tour – Sponsor Information

Sustainable Forestry Tour for Teachers and Counselors

Sustainable Forestry Tour for Teachers and Counselors FAQ

Sustainable Forestry Tour Photos

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Thanks to our 2018 Tour Sponsors

Tree Cookies

Trees of The Idaho Forest

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What’s Buggin’ the Forest

PLT Engaging Elementary (Boise) - Oct 19-20, 2018 - Canceled. Contact plt@idahoforests.org with questions..

WHEN:
Friday, October 19, 2018. 4:30-8 pm
Saturday, October 20, 2018. 8:30 am - 4 pm

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with students right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning Project Learning Tree PreK-8th Grade Environmental Education activity guide.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT Engaging Elementary Workshop (Idaho Falls) - November 2-3, 2018

WHEN:
Friday, Nov 2, 2019. 4:30-8 pm
Saturday, Nov 3, 2019.. 8:30 am - 4 pm

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with students right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning Project Learning Tree PreK-8th Grade Environmental Education Activity Guide.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT: Three Cheers for Trees (Early Childhood). Coeur d'Alene. Nov 3, 2018

WHEN:
Saturday, November 3, 2018. 9 am - 1 pm.

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with young learners right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning guide, Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood. The activities integrate nature-based exploration, art, literature, math, music and movement, and outdoor play into early childhood education programs. We’ll highlight the importance of kinesthetic learning and engagement by incorporating music and movement using an accompanying music CD.

CREDIT: 4 Idaho STARS hours are provided. (No university credit.) If you need credit, look for our 2-day “Focus on Early Childhood” course.

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT Engaging Elementary Workshop (Lewiston) - November 16-17, 2018

WHEN:
Friday, Nov 16, 2018. 4:30 - 8 pm
Saturday, Nov 17, 2018. 8:30 am - 4 pm

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with students right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning Project Learning Tree PreK-8th Grade Environmental Education Activity Guide.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

Focus on Literature with WILD, WET and PLT - Emmett. Nov. 30-Dec 1, 2018

WHEN:
Friday, November 30, 2018. 4:30-9 pm
Saturday, December 1, 2018. 8 am - 4:30 pm

WHAT: Three leading Environmental Education programs team up for this fun workshop. Explore children's literature paired with activities from Project's Learning Tree, WILD and WET. Leave with an activity guide and a book-centered integrated unit you design for your students.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061, 208-863-1512-c

PLT Talk Trash Workshop (Boise) - February 22-23, 2019

WHEN:
Friday, February 22, 2019. 4:30-8 pm
Saturday, February 23, 2019.. 8:30 am - 4 pm

WHAT: Explore the fascinating world of where stuff comes from and where it ends up. Topics include recycling, energy, resources, compost, green building, and more. Have fun and get activities you can use with students right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning Project Learning Tree PreK-8th Grade Environmental Education Activity Guide and/or PLT Exploring Environmental Issues: Municipal Solid Waste high school module.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT Focus on Early Childhood Workshop - Boise - March 29-30, 2019

WHEN:
Friday, 3/29, 4:30-8:30 pm

Saturday, 3/30, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with young learners right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning guide, Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood. The activities integrate nature-based exploration, art, literature, math, music and movement, and outdoor play into early childhood education programs. We’ll highlight the importance of kinesthetic learning and engagement by incorporating music and movement using an accompanying music CD.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061, 208-863-1512-c

PLT Engaging Elementary (Boise) - April 5-6, 2019

WHEN:
Friday, April 5, 2019. 4:30-8 pm
Saturday, April 6, 2019.. 8:30 am - 4 pm

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with students right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning Project Learning Tree PreK-8th Grade Environmental Education Activity Guide.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT: Three Cheers for Trees (Early Childhood). Idaho Falls. April 13, 2019

WHEN:
Saturday, April 13, 2019. 9 am - 1 pm.

WHAT: Have fun and get activities you can use with young learners right away! Experience hands-on minds-on activities both indoors and out. Receive the award-winning guide, Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood. The activities integrate nature-based exploration, art, literature, math, music and movement, and outdoor play into early childhood education programs. We’ll highlight the importance of kinesthetic learning and engagement by incorporating music and movement using an accompanying music CD.

CREDIT: 4 Idaho STARS hours are provided. (No university credit.) If you need credit, look for our 2-day “Focus on Early Childhood” course.

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

PLT Walk in the Forest Workshop (Idaho City) - June 6-7, 2019

WHEN:
Thursday, June 6, 2019. Afternoon-early evening. Hours TBD.
Friday, June 7, 2019.  Morning - late afternoon. Hours TBD.

WHAT: Celebrate the end of the school year, by learning in the forest and interacting with professional foresters for two days! Experience engaging hands-on, minds-on multidisciplinary Project Learning Tree activities. Learn about tree identification, forest ecology, forest management and how to help students learn outside.  Co-sponsored by Society of American Foresters, Intermountain Society - Snake River Chapter.

FREE camping available but not required.

CREDIT: One optional professional development graduate semester credit available from choice of NNU or BSU. $60 payable to university. (Links will be provided to you in a emailed memo prior to class.)

QUESTIONS: plt@idahoforests.org, 208-334-4061-o or 208-863-1512-c.

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