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Soil Field Study Tour


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Animals Field Study
Plants Field Study
Soil Field Study
Water Field Study
Other Academic Program Elements
See also: Outdoor School Curriculum
Field Study Curriculum Outline: Animals • Plants •  Soil • Water

​Field Study Tour: Animals • Plants • Soil • Water 
Next Generation Science Standards:
 Animals • Plants • Soil • Water
Student taking notes
Absorption / Compaction / Permeability
Students test a variety of locations for absorption rate and discuss the relationships among human activity, permeability and plant and animal habitat.
students watching intro
Apple Earth
Students examine and discuss the concept of soil as a limited resource.
students digging in worm bin
Compost / Worm Bin
Students observe a worm bin and explore the role organic decomposition plays in soil formation as well as the role composting plays in waste reduction.
student pointing out evidence of erosion
Erosion
Students identify types of erosion and discuss human activity and the impact of erosion on soil and ecosystem health.
student holding rock
Geology
Students analyze geologic profiles on site and discuss the geologic history of the local area.  The rock cycle is discussed and rocks are categorized as igneous, metamorphic or sedimentary.
students digging in mud
Mud City
Students take on the role of farmers to try to reduce erosion on a plot of land.
three different particle sizes in student's hand
Particle Size
Students categorize inorganic matter by size and characterize loam as a combination of sand, silt and clay.
pH
Students test pH of soil and discuss the relationships among pH, plant growth and human activity.
students on soil slope
Slope and Aspect
Students measure slope and aspect of the land and discuss the implications of slope and aspect on land management decisions.
student using magnifying glass
Soil Life Survey
Students collect and examine soil organisms and discuss the role of organisms in soil health.
students filling soil profile cards
Soil Profile
Students collect and describe local soil horizons and discuss soil formation.
students learning soil recipe
Soil Recipe
Students attempt to "make" soil, examine the importance of time in the natural formation of topsoil, and characterize soil as either a renewable or non-renewable resource.
student with trowel full of soil
Soil Texture and Structure
Students characterize soil particles by texture and structure.
students observing mountain and valley
Topography
Students observe the local landscape and use topographic maps to explore the factors that create the shape of the land. 
Weathering
Students examine evidence of chemical and physical weathering and experiment with both types.
Skip Field Study Navigation
Animals Field Study
Plants Field Study
Soil Field Study
Water Field Study
Other Academic Program Elements
See also: Outdoor School Curriculum
Field Study Curriculum Outline: Animals • Plants •  Soil • Water

​Field Study Tour: Animals • Plants • Soil • Water 
Next Generation Science Standards:
 Animals • Plants • Soil • Water
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  • About
    • Mission
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Session Calendar
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Merchandise
    • Partners
    • Contact
  • Programs
    • Outdoor School >
      • Program Tour
      • Field Study Tour >
        • Animals Field Study Tour
        • Plants Field Study Tour
        • Soil Field Study Tour
        • Water Field Study Tour
        • Academic Program Elements
      • Sample Daily Schedule
      • Register Your Class for ODS
      • Session Calendar
    • 4th Grade Overnight
    • StarLab >
      • Presentations
      • Space Requirements
      • Adjustments & Fees
  • Sites
    • Angelos / Sandy River >
      • ASR Location & Directions
      • ASR Facilities
      • ASR Science & Nature
      • ASR Land & History
      • ASR Meet the Staff
    • Collins >
      • CL Location & Directions
      • CL Facilities
      • CL Science & Nature
      • CL Land & History
      • CL Meet the Staff
    • Kuratli / Trestle Glen >
      • KR Location & Directions
      • KR Facilities
      • KR Science & Nature
      • KR Land & History
      • KR Meet the Staff
    • Namanu >
      • NM Location & Directions
      • NM Facilities
      • NM Science & Nature
      • NM Land & History
      • NM Meet the Staff
    • Westwind >
      • WW Location & Directions
      • WW Facilities
      • WW Science & Nature
      • WW Land & History
      • WW Meet the Staff
  • History
    • History by Decade >
      • The 1960s
      • The 1970s
      • The 1980s
      • The 1990s
      • The 2000s
      • The 2010s
      • The 2020s
    • Retired Sites >
      • Adams / Milk Creek
      • Adams / Nate Creek
      • Arrah Wanna >
        • AW Location & Directions
        • AW Facilities
        • AW Science & Nature
        • AW Land & History
        • AW Meet the Staff
      • Canby Grove >
        • CG Location & Directions
        • CG Facilities
        • CG Science & Nature
        • CG Land & History
        • CG Meet the Staff
      • Cascade >
        • CAS Location & Directions
        • CAS Facilities
        • CAS Science & Nature
        • CAS Land & History
        • CAS Meet the Staff
      • Colton
      • Crestview
      • Eagle Fern
      • Howard >
        • HO Location & Directions
        • HO Facilities
        • HO Science & Nature
        • HO Land & History
        • HO Meet the Staff
      • Kiwanis >
        • KW Location & Directions
        • KW Facilities
        • KW Land & History
        • KW Staff
      • Scouter's Mountain
      • Sports Acres
      • Trout Creek
      • Yamhill
    • Outdoor School Staff Photos
  • For Parents
    • Dear Parents and / or Guardians
    • Frequently Asked Questions >
      • English
      • Español
      • русски
      • tiếng Việt
    • Forms for Parents
    • Sample Daily Schedule
    • Sample Menu
    • Students with Specific Needs
    • Parents of Student Leaders
    • Session Calendar
  • For Teachers
    • Outdoor School Curriculum
    • Preparation & Follow-Up Ideas
    • Special Needs - Outdoor School
    • Supporting Transgender Youth
    • Forms for Teachers
    • Translated Parent Info
    • Sample Teacher Schedule
    • Ideas for Class Meetings
    • Fundraising Ideas
    • Next Gen Science Standards >
      • NGSS Alignment: Animals
      • NGSS Alignment: Plants
      • NGSS Alignment: Soil
      • NGSS Alignment: Water
    • Teacher Calendar
  • For Student Leaders
    • Criteria for Participation
    • SL Workshop Training
    • Register for Workshop
    • Makeup Workshop
    • Student Leader Recruiters
    • Student Leader Calendar
    • Bus Schedules
    • Forms for Student Leaders
    • Parents of Student Leaders
    • 10 Reasons to Participate
    • Handbook, Songbook, & Skits >
      • Beginner Handbook
      • Advanced Handbook
      • Outdoor School Songbook
    • SL Sample Weekly Schedule
    • Evaluation Rubric
    • College Credit & Scholarships >
      • PCC College Credit
      • Student Leader Scholarship
    • Jobs, Internships & Programs
    • Support Resources
    • Social Media
    • Special Needs Volunteers
  • For Staff
    • Trainings & Certifications
    • Incident Reporting
    • Wildlife Handling Guidelines
    • How to Field Instructor
    • How to Program Leader
    • Staff & Field Study Songs
    • Professional Resources
    • Seasonal Employment
    • Job Listings
    • Merchandise Payment
    • Staff Calendar
  • MESD