Middle School
About This Program
Our middle school programs have been designed to get students physically in touch with nature through hands on activities and outdoor learning experiences. Middle school students will have the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, build self-confidence, and develop team-work skills, all while navigating a 530-acre nature preserve. Our programs will push students outside of their comfort zone and challenge them to make environmentally conscious decisions when they leave our preserve. While visiting Crystal Springs Preserve students will have the opportunity to hike our boardwalks while being immersed in our wilderness habitats. We can customize a program to meet your needs, if requested!
Programs
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GPS @ CSP
Discover the Crystal Springs Preserve as you hunt for hidden treasure!
Freshwater Chemistry
Collect and analyze water samples from the spring and river.
River Biodiversity
Investigate the macroinvertebrates that live in the Hillsborough River!
Survival
Learn what it takes to survive if you ever get lost in the wilderness.
Microscopes and aquatic life
Join your students on a journey into the unseen world of microorganisms.
Reptiles
Meet our reptile ambassadors and learn about habitats, niches, ecosystems and food webs.
River Biodiversity Extended
Extend your search along the Hillsborough River corridor for macroinvertebrates.
Advanced Spring Biodiversity
Immerse yourself in a spring habitat while snorkeling over the top of a Floridan aquifer.
Support the Preserve
Help us develop the next generation of environmental stewards.