School Forest Education Liaison Assistance Form (Internal Use Only)
After you have worked with your teaching team to finalize the plans for your field trip to CAVOC, please complete the School Forest Education Liaison Assistance Form. This will inform the School Forest Education Liaison how to best assist you so your day runs as smoothly as possible. Please do this no later than one week prior to your visit. All scheduling, including ROPES Course, is done by calling Mike Cheslock at (715) 365-9745.
What is available for teachers at CAVOC?
A School Forest Education Liaison – Mike Cheslock is happy to help make your visit run as smooth as possible. He can take care of set-up, manage curriculum materials, lead rotations, and teach lessons. You can contact Mike by phone at (715) 365-9745.
Curriculum and Lesson Plans – CAVOC has traditional lesson plans available for grades K-8 and newer lessons for grades K-3 that were created by our teachers in 2017. Both sets of plans can be viewed here. You are always welcome to bring your own lesson plans and activities to CAVOC.
Technology – Two laptop computers, projectors, and large screens are used for presentations and videos. CAVOC also has microphones and a PA system.
Tubes for sledding – Inner tubes are available at CAVOC. There are two sled hills - a larger hill for older students, and a smaller hill for the little ones.
Snowshoes – CAVOC has several snowshoes designed to fit youth to adult. There is a special area designated for snowshoeing.
Playscape Area (Our Kinder Forest) – This area is an active learning area designed for younger students (4K-3rd). It can be set up for supervised free play.
Lu Berndt Active Learning Center – An area that has been redesigned to accommodate younger active learners. There is a sensory table, art area, music area, building area, microscopes, binoculars, and more. This area is designed for
Pre-K - 2nd grade.
Ropes Course – Starting in 4th grade, students and teachers are encouraged to use the Challenge Ropes Course. More information can be found on the website here.
Pollinator Guide – It was built and planted in 2019. Various lessons and activities for pollinator gardens can be found on the Internet.
Trails – CAVOC has many miles of trails that can be used for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Since the trails are groomed for skiing during the winter, there are some special rules involving other activities. Please check with the School Forest Education Liaison to find out about proper trail usage.
Other – Check with the School Forest Education Liaison to inquire about other options available for you at CAVOC.
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