Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences

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4-H School Enrichment Programs

Predators in the Classroom School Enrichment Module is a new multimedia curriculum teaching how predators are vital to a healthy ecosystem. It was tested in the 1996-1997 school year and will be available statewide in 1998. The lessons are TAAS oriented, including writing and math elements. Contact Dale Rollins at (325) 653-4576 for more information on the program.

Something's Fishy School Enrichment Module was designed to educate fourth graders about fisheries management as well as water conservation and quality through lesson plans, interactive computer programs, videos and hands-on activities. The program schedule is two weeks long and follows the Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS) methodology. The module can be brought to the school for the two week period. Contact Billy Higginbotham at (903) 834-6191 for more information.

White-Tailed Deer School Enrichment Module is a 4-H enrichment program designed to teach children about the white-tailed deer. It has a display board, a video and lessons aimed to educate a third grade audience. The program is two weeks long and teaches the students about deer body language, wildlife habitat and how to identify other animal=s tracks. Contact Billy Higginbotham at (903) 834-6191 for more information on the program.

Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species School Enrichment Module is designed for a younger audience. The Wildlife Success Stories module teaches third grade children about four different endangered species and how they have been protected. The program also features animals that have recovered in numbers because of wildlife management techniques. It teaches through the use of an 8x10 display board as well as Macintosh computers with educational interactive programs installed. Lesson plans that involve activities that support the teachings from the computers and board are included. Contact Billy Higginbotham at (903) 834-6191 for more information on the program.

Texas Brigades The Texas Brigades is a wildlife-focused leadership development program for high school youth (ages 13-17). There are four different camps: Bobwhite Brigade, Buckskin Brigade, Feathered Forces and Bass Brigade. You will be introduced to habitat management, hone your communication skills, and develop a land ethic. Top wildlife professionals and resource managers serve as instructors and mentors. Each camp is 4 ½ days long.

Marine Education Program is designed to teach students (K-12) and their instructors about marshes, aquaculture, and other parts of marine wildlife as well as how to conserve those resources. Developed by the Texas State Marine Education Center in Palacios. The program includes brochures, audio visuals, nature trails, field trips and day camps. For more information about this program, please contact the Texas State Marine Education Center at (512) 972-5370.