Explorer Field Trips
School Field Trips at Fairchild
Our school field trips are designed to encourage exploration while applying STEM concepts. They build students’ critical thinking, foster a better understanding of the important role plants and animals play in our ecology, and provide real world application of the science knowledge they’ve learned during their in-person or virtual visit to Fairchild.
We offer in-person guided and self-guided field trips.
In-Person Guided Field Trip Programs
October – May, 10 AM- 1 PM, 60 students max
$10 per student; Complimentary admission for 1 chaperone per 10 students. $24.95 additional chaperones
In-Person Self-Guided Field Trip Program
Year-round, 60 students max
$8 per student; Complimentary admission for 1 chaperone per 10 students. $18.00 additional chaperones
Teachers, download the Self-Guided Field Trip Guide HERE!
Guided: Flowers to Fruits
Ever wonder where the fruits and vegetables at the grocery store come from? Join us on an exploration of the Native Butterfly Garden to identify important pollinators! Then, go behind-the-seeds to learn about the parts of a plant and how everything isn't always what it seems.
Guided: Clever Conservation
Journey through the only tropical rainforest in the continental United States and discover the wonders of this biodiverse ecosystem. We’ll discuss the clever roles of plants and how changing factors impact their health. You’ll learn first-hand what it takes to protect tropical butterflies in our Wings of the Tropics exhibit.
Guided: Living Labs
Shrink down to the size of an orchid seed and take a trip through our state-of-the-art Million Orchid Project Micropropagation Lab. In the Innovation Studio, learn about Growing Beyond Earth and how we pioneer space crop production research that can be done almost anywhere, including schools! Discover how science can be done using various tools, techniques, and most importantly: good questions!
Self-Guided: Explore Fairchild
Create your own Garden adventure! As part of your Self-Guided Field Trip, you’re free to explore Fairchild as you please during your visit. The program includes a welcome orientation and self-guided maps for your group. We encourage you to enjoy lunch during your visit.
